Current Affairs
1. Hungarian Writer Wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his profound and philosophical storytelling.
Films have been made on his acclaimed novels Satantango and The Melancholy of Resistance.
The award carries a cash prize of 11 million Swedish Krona (₹10.3 crore), along with a gold medal and certificate, to be presented in Stockholm on December 10.
2. Nine British Universities to Open Campuses in India
In a major education partnership, nine British universities are set to establish campuses in India.
The announcement came during British PM Keir Starmer’s visit to Mumbai, where he and PM Narendra Modi signed multiple trade and defense cooperation agreements.
As part of the new defense pact, Indian Air Force instructors will train with Britain’s Royal Air Force, strengthening military collaboration.
PM Modi said the agreements would boost trade, simplify imports, and create new employment opportunities for Indian youth.
3. Karnataka Introduces Period Leave Policy
The Karnataka government has approved the Menstrual Leave Policy 2025, granting 12 days of paid leave annually to women employed in government departments, IT firms, garment factories, and private companies — making Karnataka the first Indian state to implement such a policy across multiple sectors.
4. IAF to Receive First Tejas Mk1A Fighter Jet
The Indian Air Force will receive its first Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A on October 17 in Nashik.
The handover ceremony, attended by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, will include two aircraft — part of an order for 68 single-seat fighters and 29 twin-seat trainers built by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
Top Job Openings
1. 938 Vacancies in Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
The MPSC Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Exam 2025 notification is now out.
- Total Vacancies: 938
- Exam Date: January 4, 2026
- Application Mode: Online at mpsc.gov.in
2. Indian Army Technical Graduate Course (TGC-143)
The Indian Army has opened applications for the 143rd Technical Graduate Course.
- Eligibility: Unmarried male engineering graduates
- Training Duration: 12 months
- Apply at: joinindianarmy.nic.in
Top Stories
1. MPSC Cancels Appointment of 10 Candidates
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission has cancelled the appointments of 10 selected candidates who failed to report for duty within the required time frame.
As per a 2019 circular, any candidate not joining within one month of receiving the call letter automatically forfeits their appointment.
2. SSC Launches Official Account on X (Formerly Twitter)
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially joined X to improve communication with candidates.
All key updates — including exam notifications, results, and announcements — will now be shared via social media.
SSC Chairman S. Gopalakrishnan also confirmed that the commission will soon expand its presence to Facebook and Instagram.
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