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MPSC Postpones Maharashtra State Services Mains Exam 2026

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has postponed the State Services Main Examination 2026, originally scheduled to start on October 3. The decision follows demands from aspirants, parents, and student groups for a review of the exam process amid concerns over question paper security and ongoing changes to the examination system. A committee led by V Radha is reviewing the process and will submit recommendations.

News18·3h ago

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Disagreement and Dissent Within India's Election Commission

The Election Commission of India (ECI), a constitutional body safeguarding citizens' voting rights, faces internal dissent over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi raised objections on 14 occasions regarding voter registration processes and centralization of the electoral database under Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Such disagreements highlight challenges in maintaining the ECI's credibility and democratic integrity.

Deccan Herald·44m ago

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Business

US Treasury Yields Rise Amid Middle East Talks and Rate Hike Bets

US Treasury yields rose to multi-year highs as investors reacted to increased bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike and ongoing Middle East tensions. The 10-year yield reached 5.2741%, the highest since 2007, before easing slightly. Qatari mediators are expected to hold separate talks with Iran and the US, raising hopes for negotiations. Fed hike bets increased to 68% from 64%, according to CME Group's FedWatch tool.

Mint Markets·36m ago

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Spain Housing Protests Continue as PM Plans New Law

Protesters in Madrid camped for a third night demanding action on Spain's housing crisis after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, whose rent was raised by 275 percent. Around 100 tents were set up in Puerta del Sol, with nationwide protests ongoing. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez aims to present a new housing law to cabinet amid rising costs and eviction concerns.

HT World·43m ago·Madrid

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Science

Experts Investigate 19th-Century Shipwreck Exposed by Nor’easter in Nantucket

Maritime experts from the Egan Maritime Institute visited a Nantucket beach to examine wooden beams revealed by a recent nor’easter. The beams, possibly from the 1884 Warren Sawyer schooner, were found near the island’s southern shore. The institute will report findings to state underwater archaeologists to identify the wreck. The nor’easter caused heavy rain, flooding, and power outages along the Northeast coast.

HT World·1h ago·Nantucket

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Politics

UN Considers First Woman Secretary-General as 2026 Term Ends

The United Nations has never had a woman Secretary-General in its 80-year history. As António Guterres' term ends on December 31, 2026, the selection process is underway. Michelle Bachelet, a former Chilean president and UN official, withdrew after receiving minimal support in the Security Council's informal poll. This highlights ongoing gender issues in global leadership roles at the UN.

Deccan Herald·50m ago

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