UPSC CAPF notification 2026 out; check eligibility criteria, application fee, steps to apply
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Exam on its official website. Candidates who wish to apply for UPSC CAPF 2026 exam can submit their application forms through the official website, upsc.gov.in. The last date to apply for UPSC CAPF post is March 12, 2026.
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Prayagraj: Court orders FIR against Swami Avimuktateshwaranand in child sexual abuse case
In a big development for India’s spiritual circles, the ADJ Rape and POCSO Special Court in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj has ordered police to register an FIR against Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and his disciple Swami Mukundanand Giri over grave sexual exploitation allegations. Judge Vinod Kumar Chaurasia mandated the Jhoansi police station to file the case and launch an investigation, rejecting prior police inaction. This ruling escalates a controversy that has gripped the region since claims surfaced during the ‘Magh Mela’.
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US Supreme Court quashes Trump’s tariff orders: Does it mean zero tariff on India? Explained
The US Supreme Court on Friday struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda. The 6-3 decision of the US Supreme Court centres on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs he imposed on nearly every other country. It’s the first major piece of Trump’s broad agenda to come squarely before the nation’s highest court, which he helped shape with the appointments of three conservative jurists in his first term.
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Donald Trump mulls limited strike on Iran amid nuclear talks deadline
President Donald Trump revealed on Friday (February 20) that he’s weighing a targeted military strike on Iran, intensifying pressure on Tehran to finalise a nuclear deal as US naval forces mass in the Middle East.
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Hrithik Roshan trolled for praising O’Romeo, X users remind him of Dhurandhar review
The release of Vishal Bhardwaj’s action-thriller O’Romeo came with a fair share amount of disappointment. While fans and the makers were hoping for something good with the film, the film turned out to be underwhelming for several. The film also failed to impresses critics. However, at the same time, the cast’s performance and Vishal Bharadwaj’s compositions in the film is winning hearts.
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Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs: What options does US President have now?
In a major setback to US President Donald Trump’s signature trade policy, the US Supreme Court on Friday struck down most of his sweeping tariff measures. The US apex court stated that the President did not possess the authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose extensive import duties on goods from nearly all US trading partners. The ruling is expected to have wide-ranging consequences for global trade, businesses, consumers, inflation trends and household finances across the country.
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‘India will be under a lot of pressure’: South Africa head coach starts mind games ahead T20 WC Super 8 clash
South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad feels India will be under a lot of pressure in their opening Super 8 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday (February 22). He feels that the men in blue are not only expected to win vs South Africa but also make it to the semis and finals of the ongoing T20 World Cup and that pressure can play into Proteas’ hands.
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BJP slams Rahul Gandhi’s ‘topless, brainless’ Youth Congress as Gen-Z fury erupts over AI Impact Summit 2026
India’s youth, particularly Gen-Z, are seething with anger over actions taken by Congress party workers on Friday (February 20) at Rahul Gandhi’s behest, viewing it as a blatant attempt to undermine the nation’s global image during a prestigious international event. The controversy unfolded at the AI Impact Summit in Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, where Youth Congress activists staged a provocative shirtless protest, leading to swift police action and a fierce backlash from across the political spectrum.
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AI can accelerate global growth by 0.8%, India’s Viksit Bharat goal achievable: IMF MD
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Wednesday said artificial intelligence can lift global growth by 0.8 per cent, and India’s goal of becoming a Viksit Bharat or a developed nation is achievable. Speaking at a panel discussion at the AI Impact Summit here, Georgieva said a research by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggests that AI has the potential to significantly accelerate global growth.
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