📌 One-Liners
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- Read the bold title then the short sub-line for context.
- Watch for acronyms—today’s quiz/notes expand them.
🧠 Mini-Quiz
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- Note why an option is correct—this locks facts into memory.
📒 Short Notes
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- Use them for a quick recap or add to your personal notes.
- Great for mains/PI: definitions, timelines, and “why it matters”.
🗓️ Important Days (Oct 4)
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World Animal Day 2025Observed on October 4, marking 100 years of global animal welfare; theme: “Save Animals, Save the Planet!” stressing eco-animal harmony.
🇮🇳 National News
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Cabinet Approves BRCP Phase III (2025–31)Govt cleared ₹1,500 cr Biomedical Research Career Programme; aims to train 2,000+ scientists, promote innovation & women in STEM.
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Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses₹11,440 cr six-year mission (2025–31) to achieve self-sufficiency in pulses; MSP assured for Tur, Urad, Masoor for 4 years.
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NIELIT Digital University PlatformAshwini Vaishnaw launched NIELIT Digital University in Delhi; focuses on AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Semiconductors.
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UPSC 100th AnniversaryUPSC celebrated 100 years of civil services (1926–2025); reaffirmed integrity, AI-driven transparency & merit-based recruitment.
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Dugong Conservation Reserve Gets IUCN RecognitionPalk Bay, Tamil Nadu reserve (448.34 sq km) recognized by IUCN; safeguards dugongs & seagrass ecosystems.
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Bathukamma Festival Sets Guinness RecordsTelangana’s Bathukamma festival set two world records – largest floral display & synchronized women’s dance honoring Goddess Gauri.
🌍 International News
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India Re-Elected to ICAO Council (Part II)India retained seat in Part II of ICAO Council; reaffirmed commitment to aviation safety & sustainability at Montreal Assembly.
💼 Business News
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RBI Sets Up Payments Regulatory Board (PRB)RBI formed six-member PRB headed by Gov. Sanjay Malhotra; replaces BPSS to regulate domestic & cross-border payments.
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GST Collections Hit ₹1.89 Lakh Crore (Sep 2025)GST up 9.1% YoY; reforms under GST 2.0 boosted demand; FY26 monthly avg near ₹2 L cr, showing economic resilience.
📰 Summits & Conferences
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11th World Green Economy Summit – DubaiOver 3,300 participants (30+ nations) met under theme “Innovating for Impact”; launched GAGE 2024–25 green initiatives.
🏅 Sports News
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Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver at World ChampionshipsLifted 199 kg total (48 kg category) at Førde; set national record (115 kg C&J) securing silver & strong comeback.
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India’s One-Two Finish in Men’s Javelin F44Sandip Sargar (Gold, 62.82 m) & Sandeep Chaudhary (Silver, 62.67 m) led India’s medal tally to 8 at World Para Athletics.
📰 Obituaries News
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Freedom Fighter G G Parikh Passes Away at 100Veteran Gandhian & socialist G G Parikh died at 100; led freedom, student & labour movements; hailed as “Saint of the Socialists.”
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Pandit Chhannulal Mishra Passes Away at 89Eminent Banaras Gharana vocalist, Padma Bhushan awardee; known for Thumri & Bhajans, mourned nationwide for his cultural legacy.
🧠 Mini-Quiz: Add to Your Knowledge (3 MCQs)
📒 Short Notes: Why Stop at One-Liners?
BRCP — Biomedical Research Career Programme (Phase III, 2025–31) Science funding
What: The Cabinet approved the ₹1,500 crore Biomedical Research Career Programme to strengthen India’s research workforce through competitive fellowships, clinician–scientist pathways, and institutional grants.
How: Funds back mentoring, lab capability, and multi-year support for early, intermediate, and senior investigators; emphasis on translational projects and inclusion of women in STEM to widen the talent pipeline.
Why: Sustained careers and better infrastructure increase high-impact publications, patents, and health innovation, helping India reduce disease burden and improve bioeconomy competitiveness.
Aatmanirbhar Pulses Mission — Self-Sufficiency Drive in Pulses Agriculture policy
What: A six-year, ₹11,440 crore mission aims to achieve domestic self-reliance in key pulses with an assured Minimum Support Price for Tur, Urad, and Masoor for four years.
How: Expansion of acreage and productivity via quality seed, cluster demonstrations, irrigation support, procurement, and market linkages; coordinated Centre–State actions to cut import dependence.
Why: Higher local supply stabilizes prices, improves farmer incomes, and supports nutrition security, as pulses are India’s primary plant protein source.
NIELIT — National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology Digital University Platform EdTech skilling
What: Launched in New Delhi, the platform offers modular learning in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Semiconductors to expand access to advanced tech education.
How: Stackable certificates, virtual labs, and industry-aligned curricula allow learners to progress from foundation to advanced levels; partnerships enable internships and project-based assessments.
Why: Scalable, job-ready skilling supports India’s digital public infrastructure, semiconductor ambitions, and cyber resilience while upskilling students and working professionals.