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News 7 - Remember these 6 points regarding Aviation Security👇 • Directorate General of Civil Aviation (India): The main regulatory body for safety oversight, crew licensing, aircraft registration, and issuing Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR). • Bureau of Civil Aviation Security: Responsible for security protocols, airport screening, and anti-hijacking measures. • Airports Authority of India: Manages and develops airport infrastructure across the country. • The Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024 & Aircraft Rules, 1937: Govern the manufacture, possession, operation, maintenance, and airworthiness of aircraft, alongside accident investigations. • Aircraft (Security) Rules, 2011: Enforce physical and operational security standards for flights and aerodromes. • Carriage by Air Act, 1972: Regulates the liabilities and rights of air carriers concerning domestic and international passengers and cargo.

15. Drug Price Markups: Karnataka Seeks Central Intervention - Current Affairs: Karnataka's reported request for central intervention over medicine-price markups has highlighted concerns about affordability and transparency in pharmaceutical pricing. - Fact 1: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) implements and enforces pharmaceutical price controls under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013. - Fact 2: The Essential Commodities Act, 1955, provides the legal basis for regulating the production, supply and distribution of essential commodities, including specified medicines. 16. Tata–Javelin Partnership: New Push for Missile Manufacturing in India - Current Affairs: The reported Tata–Javelin partnership has brought attention to India's efforts to expand domestic defence manufacturing and strengthen private-sector participation in missile production. - Fact 1: The Javelin is an American man-portable, fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile system. - Fact 2: India's defence-indigenisation policy aims to reduce import dependence and develop domestic design, development and manufacturing capabilities. 17. India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Fall by $18.3 Billion - Current Affairs: India's foreign-exchange reserves declined by $18.3 billion to $747.5 billion in the week ended 25 September 2026, according to the latest RBI data. - Fact 1: India's foreign-exchange reserves comprise foreign currency assets, gold, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and the reserve position in the IMF. - Fact 2: The Reserve Bank of India manages the country's foreign-exchange reserves and may use them to address disorderly movements in the foreign-exchange market. 18. Jawahar Dweep Becomes India’s First Plastic-Free Oil Terminal - Current Affairs: Mumbai Port Authority declared Jawahar Dweep a plastic-free marine oil terminal on 2 October 2026 during Swachhata Abhiyan activities. - Fact 1: Jawahar Dweep is an offshore oil-handling facility associated with Mumbai Port. - Fact 2: Mumbai Port is a major natural harbour on India's western coast, located along the Arabian Sea. 19. India–ASEAN Maritime Exercise Begins at Subic Bay - Current Affairs: The reported India–ASEAN maritime exercise at Subic Bay has highlighted cooperation on maritime security, operational coordination and regional engagement. - Fact 1: ASEAN was established in 1967 through the Bangkok Declaration. - Fact 2: Subic Bay is located in the Philippines, on the western coast of Luzon facing the South China Sea. 20. Quantum Cryptography: IIT Madras Demonstrates Secure Communication Technology - Current Affairs: The reported demonstration of quantum-secure communication technology has drawn attention to India's efforts to develop indigenous quantum communication capabilities. - Fact 1: Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) uses principles of quantum mechanics to establish secure cryptographic keys and detect certain forms of eavesdropping. - Fact 2: Under the National Quantum Mission, IIT Madras is associated with the Quantum Communication Thematic Hub, working on quantum networks, quantum repeaters and related technologies.

8. Strait of Hormuz Attack: India Evacuates Five Crew Members - Current Affairs: The reported evacuation of five Indian crew members following an attack in the Strait of Hormuz has highlighted the importance of maritime safety and consular assistance in conflict-affected waters. - Fact 1: The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. - Fact 2: It is a major global energy chokepoint through which a substantial share of internationally traded petroleum passes. 9. SEBI’s Project Jagrook Targets Investor Awareness - Current Affairs: Project Jagrook has brought renewed attention to investor education, awareness of financial risks and protection against fraudulent investment schemes. - Fact 1: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) was established in 1988 and received statutory powers under the SEBI Act, 1992. - Fact 2: SEBI regulates the securities market and works to protect investors while promoting market development. 10. Chenab and Anji Bridges: Vande Bharat Crosses 100 kmph - Current Affairs: The reported Vande Bharat trial crossing at speeds exceeding 100 kmph has drawn attention to railway infrastructure in the challenging Himalayan terrain of Jammu and Kashmir. - Fact 1: The Chenab Rail Bridge is a steel arch railway bridge over the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir. - Fact 2: The Anji Khad Bridge is India's first cable-stayed railway bridge and forms part of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link. 11. Supreme Court Rejects Plea on Election Commissioner Appointment Verdict - Current Affairs: The reported rejection of a plea concerning the Election Commissioner appointment verdict has renewed debate over the legal framework governing appointments to the Election Commission. - Fact 1: Article 324 of the Constitution vests the superintendence, direction and control of elections in the Election Commission. - Fact 2: The Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023, provides the statutory framework for their appointment and service conditions. 12. GOBARdhan Scheme: Push to Expand Compressed Biogas - Current Affairs: The GOBARdhan initiative continues to promote the conversion of cattle dung and other biodegradable waste into compressed biogas and organic manure. - Fact 1: GOBARdhan stands for Galvanising Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan. - Fact 2: Compressed biogas can be used as a transport fuel and industrial energy source, while digestate can be processed into organic fertiliser. 13. RoDTEP Scheme Extended Until December 2026 - Current Affairs: The government extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme until 31 December 2026, retaining the existing rates and value caps. - Fact 1: RoDTEP seeks to refund embedded central, state and local duties and taxes that are not otherwise reimbursed to exporters. - Fact 2: The scheme is designed to improve the competitiveness of Indian exports by preventing the cascading of unrefunded taxes. 14. Yanadi and Chenchu Communities Face Land Insecurity - Current Affairs: Reported concerns over land insecurity among Yanadi and Chenchu communities have brought attention to the protection of tribal land rights, forest access and livelihood security. - Fact 1: The Chenchu are a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) associated mainly with the Nallamala forest region of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. - Fact 2: The Yanadi are a tribal community primarily associated with Andhra Pradesh, with traditional livelihoods linked to fishing, forest resources and agricultural labour.

1. Gujarat’s Uniform Civil Code Gets Presidential Assent - Current Affairs: The President assented to the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code Bill on 17 September 2026; the legislation was published in the Extraordinary Gazette on 1 October. Gujarat becomes the second state after Uttarakhand to enact a UCC. - Fact 1: Article 44, under the Directive Principles of State Policy, directs the State to endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code for citizens. - Fact 2: Marriage, divorce, adoption and succession fall under Entry 5 of the Concurrent List, allowing both Parliament and State Legislatures to legislate on these subjects. 2. Great Indian Bustard: Captive-Bred Birds Prepare for Release - Current Affairs: Two captive-bred male Great Indian Bustards are scheduled for a pilot release into enclosures in Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, under Project GIB's rewilding programme. - Fact 1: The Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is the state bird of Rajasthan. - Fact 2: Its major threats include habitat loss, predation and collisions with overhead power lines. It is protected under Schedule I of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972. 3. Ladakh Renames 28 Geographical Features - Current Affairs: The Survey of India has standardised names for 28 geographical features in Ladakh, including mountains, passes, glaciers and water bodies, in consultation with the Union Territory administration. - Fact 1: The Survey of India, established in 1767, is India's national mapping agency. - Fact 2: Standardised geographical names help maintain consistency in official maps, geographical records and administrative documentation. 4. National Tribunals Commission: New Rules for Appointments - Current Affairs: The proposed institutional framework for tribunal appointments and administration has renewed attention on the need for transparent selection processes and institutional independence. - Fact 1: Tribunals are quasi-judicial bodies established to adjudicate specialised disputes, including matters relating to taxation, service conditions and company law. - Fact 2: Articles 323A and 323B provide constitutional foundations for the establishment of administrative tribunals and tribunals for other specified matters, respectively. 5. G7 Plans Emergency Oil Release to Tackle Price Surge - Current Affairs: G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil over four months, with the International Energy Agency coordinating the release to address rising fuel prices. - Fact 1: The International Energy Agency was established in 1974 following the global oil crisis. - Fact 2: IEA member countries maintain emergency oil stocks to reduce the impact of major supply disruptions. 6. Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Return to Appraisal - Current Affairs: Following the Supreme Court's July 2026 ruling in Vanashakti v. Union of India, the Environment Ministry directed authorities to process certain pending post-facto environmental-clearance cases, while prohibiting fresh applications. - Fact 1: The Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2006, generally requires prior environmental clearance for specified projects before construction or operation. - Fact 2: The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, provides the statutory basis for the Central Government's environmental regulatory powers. 7. Aviation Security Review After Failed Hijacking Attempt - Current Affairs: The reported aviation-security breach has brought renewed focus on airport screening, threat assessment and coordination among aviation-security agencies. - Fact 1: The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) is India's primary regulatory authority for civil-aviation security. - Fact 2: The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) establishes international standards and recommended practices for aviation security under Annex 17 to the Chicago Convention.

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Here are top headlines (03rd October 2026) from The Hindu and The Indian Express: 1. Gujarat’s Uniform Civil Code Gets Presidential Assent 2. Great Indian Bustard: Captive-Bred Birds Prepare for Release 3. Ladakh Renames 28 Geographical Features 4. National Tribunals Commission: New Rules for Appointments 5. G7 Plans Emergency Oil Release to Tackle Price Surge 6. Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Return to Appraisal 7. Aviation Security Review After Failed Hijacking Attempt 8. Strait of Hormuz Attack: India Evacuates Five Crew Members 9. SEBI’s Project Jagrook Targets Investor Awareness 10. Chenab and Anji Bridges: Vande Bharat Crosses 100 kmph 11. Supreme Court Rejects Plea on Election Commissioner Appointment Verdict 12. GOBARdhan Scheme: Push to Expand Compressed Biogas 13. RoDTEP Scheme Extended Until December 2026 14. Yanadi and Chenchu Communities Face Land Insecurity 15. Drug Price Markups: Karnataka Seeks Central Intervention 16. Tata–Javelin Partnership: New Push for Missile Manufacturing in India 17. India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Fall by $18.3 Billion 18. Jawahar Dweep Becomes India’s First Plastic-Free Oil Terminal 19. India–ASEAN Maritime Exercise Begins at Subic Bay 20. Quantum Cryptography: IIT Madras Demonstrates Secure Communication Technology

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