Overview This news compilation from October 24, 2025 , covers a diverse range of topics relevant to the UPSC Civil Services exam. These include political campaigns, disaster relief, environmental concerns, law and order issues, and allegations of misconduct. The events span multiple states in India, providing a broad overview of current affairs. Key Developments Political Campaigns: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Bihar Assembly poll campaign , asserting that the NDA under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will break all previous electoral records. Disaster Relief: The Telangana government announced an ex-gratia of ₹5 lakh for the families of those deceased in the Kurnool bus fire . Injured individuals will receive ₹2 lakh . Environmental Concerns: Mumbai-based advocate Hitendra Gandhi petitioned the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) regarding public health, environmental, and animal welfare harms caused by firecracker bursting during festivals like Deepavali . Law and Order: The Mahagathbandhan in Bihar is prioritizing law and order in its manifesto, focusing on depoliticization of the police force and transparent appointment processes. Allegations of Misconduct: A woman doctor in Maharashtra was found dead, leaving a note accusing two police personnel of rape and mental harassment. Eviction Controversy: Congress leader Udit Raj alleged forcible eviction from a government bungalow in New Delhi . Sports: Pakistan withdrew from the Junior Hockey World Cup to be held in India . Crime: Bollywood singer Sachin Sanghvi was arrested for sexually assaulting a woman. UPSC Relevance This compilation touches upon several areas relevant to the UPSC syllabus: GS2: Government Policies and Interventions: The ex-gratia announcement by the Telangana government falls under this category. GS2: Social Justice: Issues related to vulnerable sections, such as the bus fire victims and the allegations of sexual assault, are relevant. GS3: Environment: The petition to NHRC regarding Deepavali pollution is directly related to environmental concerns. GS3: Law and Order: The Mahagathbandhan manifesto and the allegations against police personnel are relevant to this. Important Facts The Kurnool bus fire resulted in over 19 deaths . The Telangana government is providing ₹5 lakh ex-gratia to the deceased's families. Hitendra Gandhi petitioned the NHRC regarding firecracker pollution. Sachin Sanghvi was arrested on October 23, 2025 .