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Women form 49% of total hospital admissions with Ayushman Bharat, Pg9
Ayushman Bharat reports 49% women beneficiaries, signalling improved healthcare access; scheme expands to cover elderly and frontline workers.
Women form 49% of total hospital admissions with Ayushman Bharat, Pg9
Ayushman Bharat reports 49% women beneficiaries, signalling improved healthcare access; scheme expands to cover elderly and frontline workers.
At IMO, 57 nations vote for delaying framework for carbon-free shipping, Pg9
IMO delays vote on carbon-free shipping framework amid U.S. pressure, raising concerns about climate action progress and international cooperation.
At IMO, 57 nations vote for delaying framework for carbon-free shipping, Pg9
IMO delays vote on carbon-free shipping framework amid U.S. pressure, raising concerns about climate action progress and international cooperation.
Gudalur’s Violet Revival: The Kurinji Blooms Again, Pg9.
The rare kurinji flower (Strobilanthes), known for its cyclical blooming, has reappeared in Gudalur, Tamil Nadu, after eight years. The event marks a significant sign of ecological recovery and biodiversity revival in the Western Ghats, one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots.
Gudalur’s Violet Revival: The Kurinji Blooms Again, Pg9.
The rare kurinji flower (Strobilanthes), known for its cyclical blooming, has reappeared in Gudalur, Tamil Nadu, after eight years. The event marks a significant sign of ecological recovery and biodiversity revival in the Western Ghats, one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots.
Undulating field, Pg11
Earth's magnetic field's 'weak spots' expand due to uneven movement of molten iron, nickel in outer core: ESA Swarm mission data.
Undulating field, Pg11
Earth's magnetic field's 'weak spots' expand due to uneven movement of molten iron, nickel in outer core: ESA Swarm mission data.
Many insects are moving from taboo to the table, Pg11
Insects emerge as sustainable food source, offering high protein and low environmental impact, consumed across Northeast India and globally.
Many insects are moving from taboo to the table, Pg11
Insects emerge as sustainable food source, offering high protein and low environmental impact, consumed across Northeast India and globally.
Study recreates mean sea level over 4.5M years, Pg11
Study reveals past sea levels 20m higher than today, challenging orbital theory of ice age cycles using marine sediment data.
Study recreates mean sea level over 4.5M years, Pg11
Study reveals past sea levels 20m higher than today, challenging orbital theory of ice age cycles using marine sediment data.
The most ancient Indian wolf is set to be a new species, Pg11
IUCN may classify Indian wolf as new species; population at 3,000, faces habitat loss and retaliatory killings.
The most ancient Indian wolf is set to be a new species, Pg11
IUCN may classify Indian wolf as new species; population at 3,000, faces habitat loss and retaliatory killings.
Ants’ defence against disease includes the nest, Pg11
Black garden ants exhibit 'architectural immunity,' altering nest structure to combat fungal pathogens by reducing contact and isolating brood chambers.
Ants’ defence against disease includes the nest, Pg11
Black garden ants exhibit 'architectural immunity,' altering nest structure to combat fungal pathogens by reducing contact and isolating brood chambers.
Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11
Microbial imbalance in rice paddies linked to arsenic buildup, yield loss, and straighthead disease, posing threat to global rice production.
Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11
Microbial imbalance in rice paddies linked to arsenic buildup, yield loss, and straighthead disease, posing threat to global rice production.
Why Do Elephants Face a Jumbo Challenge?, Pg12.
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) released the report ‘Status of Elephants in India’ on October 14, estimating 22,446 elephants across four landscapes. This marks a decline from the 2017 estimate of 29,964, highlighting severe challenges like habitat fragmentation, human–elephant conflict, and land-use change.
Why Do Elephants Face a Jumbo Challenge?, Pg12.
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) released the report ‘Status of Elephants in India’ on October 14, estimating 22,446 elephants across four landscapes. This marks a decline from the 2017 estimate of 29,964, highlighting severe challenges like habitat fragmentation, human–elephant conflict, and land-use change.
What Are the New PF Withdrawal Guidelines?, Pg12.
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), in its Central Board of Trustees (CBT) meeting on October 13, announced revised norms for partial withdrawals from Provident Fund (PF) accounts. The move aims to “enhance ease of living” for subscribers, but has drawn criticism from Opposition parties and trade unions for allegedly restricting access to workers’ savings.
What Are the New PF Withdrawal Guidelines?, Pg12.
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), in its Central Board of Trustees (CBT) meeting on October 13, announced revised norms for partial withdrawals from Provident Fund (PF) accounts. The move aims to “enhance ease of living” for subscribers, but has drawn criticism from Opposition parties and trade unions for allegedly restricting access to workers’ savings.
How Are India–Taliban Relations Changing?, Pg12.
Acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to New Delhi marks a major shift in India’s Afghanistan policy. With India deciding to upgrade its ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to an embassy, the visit indicates growing engagement with the Taliban regime, despite concerns over women’s rights and regional security.
How Are India–Taliban Relations Changing?, Pg12.
Acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to New Delhi marks a major shift in India’s Afghanistan policy. With India deciding to upgrade its ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to an embassy, the visit indicates growing engagement with the Taliban regime, despite concerns over women’s rights and regional security.
Iran says restrictions ‘terminated’ as 2015 nuclear deal expires, Pg14
Iran declares end to nuclear deal restrictions, reaffirming commitment to diplomacy amidst international concerns over nuclear program.
Iran says restrictions ‘terminated’ as 2015 nuclear deal expires, Pg14
Iran declares end to nuclear deal restrictions, reaffirming commitment to diplomacy amidst international concerns over nuclear program.
Afghanistan pulls out of tri-series in Pakistan after 3 players killed in attack, Pg1.
Afghanistan cancels Pakistan tri-series after airstrikes kill cricketers amid rising border tensions and cross-border terrorism concerns.
Afghanistan pulls out of tri-series in Pakistan after 3 players killed in attack, Pg1.
Afghanistan cancels Pakistan tri-series after airstrikes kill cricketers amid rising border tensions and cross-border terrorism concerns.
GST cuts passed on, spurred consumption, may show in GDP: Govt, Pg1.
GST 2.0 triggers consumption boom, with electronics sales soaring 20-25% and prices of 54 daily-use items reduced.
GST cuts passed on, spurred consumption, may show in GDP: Govt, Pg1.
GST 2.0 triggers consumption boom, with electronics sales soaring 20-25% and prices of 54 daily-use items reduced.
2 Days Before Diwali, Delhi Gasps, Pg5.
Two days before Diwali (October 18), Delhi recorded hazardous air quality levels, with particulate matter (PM10) readings spiking to 843 µg/m³ at Anand Vihar — over 16 times the WHO safe limit. Experts warn of further worsening during festive celebrations despite restrictions on firecrackers.
2 Days Before Diwali, Delhi Gasps, Pg5.
Two days before Diwali (October 18), Delhi recorded hazardous air quality levels, with particulate matter (PM10) readings spiking to 843 µg/m³ at Anand Vihar — over 16 times the WHO safe limit. Experts warn of further worsening during festive celebrations despite restrictions on firecrackers.
Blackbucks, ‘locally extinct’ for 50 years, make comeback in Chhattisgarh sanctuary, Pg9.
Chhattisgarh's Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary witnesses successful blackbuck reintroduction after 50 years, population reaches 190, conservation model to be replicated.
Blackbucks, ‘locally extinct’ for 50 years, make comeback in Chhattisgarh sanctuary, Pg9.
Chhattisgarh's Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary witnesses successful blackbuck reintroduction after 50 years, population reaches 190, conservation model to be replicated.
Gold ETF inflows surge over 6x: What is driving investor interest?, Pg13.
Gold ETF inflows surge 578% in September 2025 amid geopolitical tensions and tax clarity, reaching ₹8,363.13 crore.
Gold ETF inflows surge over 6x: What is driving investor interest?, Pg13.
Gold ETF inflows surge 578% in September 2025 amid geopolitical tensions and tax clarity, reaching ₹8,363.13 crore.
Rangarajan Line: 15 years on, how poverty is measured today in India, Pg13.
RBI study updates Rangarajan poverty line, revealing significant poverty reduction in Odisha and Bihar between 2011-12 and 2022-23.
Rangarajan Line: 15 years on, how poverty is measured today in India, Pg13.
RBI study updates Rangarajan poverty line, revealing significant poverty reduction in Odisha and Bihar between 2011-12 and 2022-23.
India-EU trade talks: Goyal to visit Brussels later this month, Pg13.
Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels for India-EU FTA talks after Berlin Global Dialogue, aiming to boost trade relations.
India-EU trade talks: Goyal to visit Brussels later this month, Pg13.
Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels for India-EU FTA talks after Berlin Global Dialogue, aiming to boost trade relations.
China Eastern Airlines to resume flights to India, Pg13.
China Eastern Airlines to resume Shanghai-Delhi flights from November 9, signaling thaw in India-China relations after five-year freeze.
China Eastern Airlines to resume flights to India, Pg13.
China Eastern Airlines to resume Shanghai-Delhi flights from November 9, signaling thaw in India-China relations after five-year freeze.
Emirates NBD to acquire majority stake in RBL Bank in ₹26,850-cr deal, Pg13.
Emirates NBD invests ₹26,850 crore for 60% RBL Bank stake, triggering open offer and branch amalgamation, strengthening India-UAE ties.
Emirates NBD to acquire majority stake in RBL Bank in ₹26,850-cr deal, Pg13.
Emirates NBD invests ₹26,850 crore for 60% RBL Bank stake, triggering open offer and branch amalgamation, strengthening India-UAE ties.
US-India trade talks ongoing; will ensure farmer, MSME interests protected: Goyal, Pg13.
India-US trade talks progress amid tariff concerns; both nations aim to protect farmer and MSME interests for bilateral agreement.
US-India trade talks ongoing; will ensure farmer, MSME interests protected: Goyal, Pg13.
India-US trade talks progress amid tariff concerns; both nations aim to protect farmer and MSME interests for bilateral agreement.
When AIIMS clinic gives a breather, PgIV.
AIIMS clinic offers hope as India sees decline in tobacco use; WHO lauds control efforts.
When AIIMS clinic gives a breather, PgIV.
AIIMS clinic offers hope as India sees decline in tobacco use; WHO lauds control efforts.
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