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Maharashtra MPSC Protest: Pune Update, Student Demands and What We Know
Maharashtra MPSC protest update: Pune student concerns, political reactions and verified developments from 5 October 2026.
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City and state stories that national coverage tends to skip.
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Kerala Rain Warning October 4-6: IMD Forecast, District Alerts and Safety
IMD forecasts isolated heavy rain and thunderstorms across Kerala through October 6. Check the daily district alerts, wind risk and safety guidance.
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India Weather October 3: Heavy Rain Risk Across Multiple States
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast across parts of southern, eastern and northeastern India on October 3. Check the affected regions and travel advice.
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India's 2026 Monsoon Ends 12.6% Below Normal, IMD Data Shows
India recorded 759.4mm of rain in the 2026 southwest monsoon, 12.6% below the long-period average of 868.6mm, according to IMD figures.
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Rajasthan September 28 Weather Alert: IMD Thunderstorm and Lightning Warning Explained
IMD warned East and West Rajasthan of thunderstorms and lightning on September 28. Here is what the archived alert meant and where to check today's warnings.
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Delhi-NCR Rain Alert Today: Thunderstorm Risk, Travel Impact and IMD Safety Guide
Delhi-NCR faces another spell of rain and thunderstorms on September 27. Check the latest IMD warning before travel and follow these safety steps.
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IMD Rain Alert: Depression Keeps Central India on Watch
An IMD-tracked depression over south Chhattisgarh and adjoining Odisha is driving heavy-rain risk across central and eastern India. Here is what to check.
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Typhoon Dujuan Near Japan: Flood and Landslide Warnings, Travel Impact
Typhoon Dujuan has brought heavy rain to eastern Japan, with authorities warning of landslides, flooding and delayed travel.
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Diwali 2026: Date, Public Holiday Notes and India Travel Planning
Diwali (Deepavali) falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026 in central government holiday listings. Plan travel around state-specific public holiday notices.
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India Protests to Pakistan After Reported Naval Collision at Sea
India has formally protested to Pakistan after an incident involving naval units at sea, adding a fresh point of tension to regional ties.
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Hashim Thaci Hague Verdict: Why Kosovo Is Watching the War-Crimes Case
A Hague tribunal is set to rule in the case against Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci and three ex-KLA commanders.
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Toronto Protest Targets Mark Carney's Canada Investment Summit: What Demonstrators Want
Hundreds marched in Toronto against Mark Carney's Canada Investment Summit, raising concerns about fossil fuels, defence and privatization.
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Maharashtra Date and Mumbai-Pune Visit Checklist
Ganesh Chaturthi is on September 14 in Maharashtra's 2026 holiday calendar. Plan Mumbai or Pune visits with verified dates and local updates.
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Southern Railway Reaches 100% Electrification: Routes and Benefits Explained
Southern Railway completed electrification of its 5,068-route-km broad-gauge network after the final Pattukkottai-Karaikkudi section was commissioned.
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European Shares Hit Two-Month Low After ECB Rate Hike and Energy Shock
European stocks fell to a two-month low after the ECB raised rates to 2.5% and warned that the energy shock is keeping inflation pressure elevated.
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Gujarat Rain Alert: Heavy Showers Forecast as Kutch and Saurashtra Face Deficit
Heavy to very heavy rain is forecast in parts of Gujarat from September 12, but Kutch and Saurashtra remain nearly 40% below normal rainfall.
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Costa Rican Man Reported to Be 119 Seeks World's Oldest Person Recognition
Jose Flores' Costa Rican records say he was born in 1907, but international specialists must verify the documents before any longevity record is recognised.
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Himachal Pradesh Reaches 99.55% Literacy Under ULLAS and Wins National Honour
Himachal Pradesh has reported 99.55% literacy under ULLAS, ranking behind Goa and targeting 100% during 2026-27 after work across all 12 districts.
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Kadana Dam Floating Solar Project: What the 110MW Gujarat Plan Means
A 110MW floating solar project at Gujarat's Kadana Dam is among the infrastructure projects announced during the Prime Minister's September 8 Vadodara visit.
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Western Dedicated Freight Corridor Nears Completion: What the New Gujarat Sections Change
Three Gujarat sections are set to mark completion of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor. Here is the route, purpose and regional impact explained.
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Mumbai Metro Line 3 Guide: Route, Key Stations and Interchanges
Mumbai Metro Line 3 connects the city's southern business districts with BKC, the airport corridor, SEEPZ and Aarey. Here is how to understand the route.
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GNWL, RLWL and PQWL: Indian Railway Waitlist Codes Explained
GNWL, RLWL and PQWL refer to different railway quotas, not different seat classes. Here is what each code means before confirmation.
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Mumbai to Konkan Train Booking: Waitlist, Confirmation and Travel Tips
Konkan trains fill quickly around festivals. Here is how to compare stations, understand RAC and waitlist status, and avoid timetable misinformation.
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Mumbai-Sawantwadi New Train: What the Konkan Service Changes
A new CSMT-Sawantwadi Road service has begun, strengthening direct rail connectivity from Mumbai to Thane, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg.
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Delhi-NCR GRAP Explained: What Each Air-Pollution Stage Can Change
Delhi-NCR's Graded Response Action Plan tightens controls as air quality worsens. Here is how the four stages work and where to verify current restrictions.
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How India's AI-Enabled Mining Tenement System Is Supposed to Work
India's Mining Tenement System is designed to move mineral-concession records and regulatory workflows online. Here is what the platform does.
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Fit India Sundays on Cycle Comes to Surat on September 6
Surat hosts the 89th Fit India Sundays on Cycle event on September 6, combining community cycling with a drug-free youth campaign.
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Ladakh Nautor Land Rules 2026: Who May Get Ownership Rights?
Ladakh has approved draft rules offering eligible Nautor landholders ownership rights for up to 10 acres, subject to cut-off dates, verification and payment.
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Drass Festival 2026 Showcases Ladakh's Culture, Polo and Community Tourism
Drass Festival 2026 brought together poetry, polo, local food, nature activities and artisans as the new district promotes community tourism.
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Chennai Sanitation Workers Suspend 16-Day Protest: What Was Agreed
Chennai sanitation workers have temporarily suspended a 16-day protest after welfare agreements with the Tamil Nadu government. Several core demands remain unresolved.
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Sardar 2 Releases September 10: Karthi, Cast and Trailer Guide
Karthi returns in Sardar 2 on September 10, facing SJ Suryah's Black Dagger in a Tamil spy sequel released in multiple languages.
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Immortal Tamil Movie: Release Date, Cast, Trailer and OTT Status
Immortal opened in cinemas on September 4. Here is the cast, trailer guide and the latest confirmed status of its OTT date and platform.
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Kenya Airport Strike Ends: What JKIA Passengers Need to Know Now
Kenya's aviation workers have ended a two-day strike that disrupted JKIA and flights across East Africa. Operations are resuming, but passengers should expect recovery delays.
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Guinea-Bissau Approves New Constitution: What Changes Before Election
Guinea-Bissau's referendum passed with 70% support, expanding presidential powers and cutting parliament from 102 seats to 65 before December's election.
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India Manufacturing Growth Slows to Five-Year Low as Factories Cut Jobs
India's manufacturing PMI fell to 52.8 in August as new orders weakened and factory employment declined for the first time in 30 months. Here is what the data means for growth, inflation and exporters.
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Land Subsidence Explained: Why Cities Sink and What Can Slow It Down
Groundwater pumping, soft sediments and heavy construction can make land sink gradually. Here is how subsidence is measured and why flooding becomes worse.
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Congestion Pricing Explained: Why Cities Charge Drivers to Enter Busy Zones
Congestion pricing charges some drivers for entering crowded urban areas. Here is how the zones, tolls, exemptions and public-transport goals work.
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Why Nairobi Traders Protested KRA Customs Valuation Rules
Nairobi traders closed shops and protested new customs valuation benchmarks. Here is what the KRA dispute means for import costs and consumers.
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South Indian Movies Releasing in September 2026: The Paradise, I’m Game and More
A practical guide to the major Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam theatrical releases arriving through September 2026.
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Odisha Rain Red Alert: Five Districts Face Extremely Heavy Rain Through August 31
IMD has warned of extremely heavy rain in parts of Odisha through August 31. Here are the districts at highest risk, the forecast and practical safety advice.
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Why Metro Feeder Networks Matter More Than New Stations
A metro station is useful only if people can reach it easily. Feeder buses, walking routes and shared mobility solve the last-mile gap.
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How Indian Cities Issue Urban Flood Alerts
Rain radar alone cannot predict every flooded street. Here is how Indian cities combine forecasts, sensors and local reports to issue alerts.
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South Delhi Traffic Gridlock: Projects, Choke Points and Routes to Check
Simultaneous road, Metro and bridge work is slowing Ring Road, Outer Ring Road and MB Road. Here are the main South Delhi choke points.
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Gurugram Metro Update: Cyber City Loop, Dwarka Expressway Spur and 27 Stations
The 28.5-km Gurugram Metro will link Millennium City Centre, Old Gurugram, Cyber City and Dwarka Expressway through 27 stations.
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Bengaluru's First Toll Flyover: Route, Cost and Opening Timeline
Bengaluru's proposed 28-km Yeshwanthpur-KR Puram toll flyover: route, ₹3,536-crore cost, construction timeline and key concerns.
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Nagpur Metro Airport Feeder Plan: How the New Link Could Improve Last-Mile Travel
Nagpur has introduced an airport feeder plan aimed at improving last-mile connectivity and encouraging more passengers to use the city’s metro network.
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Mumbai Metro 7A Viaduct Error: Why a ₹250 Crore Stretch May Need to Be Rebuilt
A design issue near Mumbai airport could force reconstruction of part of Metro Line 7A, potentially delaying the project further.
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Bengaluru Hebbal Tunnel: Why a New Study Raises Congestion and Flood Concerns
A study has raised questions about Bengaluru’s proposed Hebbal tunnel, arguing that it could shift congestion and may add flood risks.
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Total Solar Eclipse 2026: What Happens During Totality and How to Watch Safely
A total solar eclipse turns day into twilight along a narrow path. Learn how totality works, why it is rare and how to protect your eyes.
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Why So Many Indian Cities Are Racing to Build Metro Rail
From Delhi's early lead to a wave of Tier-2 cities now building their own networks — why metro rail became the infrastructure project every growing Indian city wants.
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Why Some Indian States Flood While Others Face Drought in the Same Monsoon
The same monsoon season can drown one state and barely reach another — how India's monsoon actually works, and why "normal rainfall" hides huge regional gaps.