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The move can put vulnerable populations with diseases where iron is contraindicated, such as thalassemia and sickle cell anaemia

India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, faced a narrow defeat against Australia in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, putting their semi-final hopes at risk. Despite Harmanpreet's valiant 54, India finished their chase at 142/9. However, they still have a chance to progress, depending on the outcome of New Zealand vs Pakistan.

India's Women's T20 World Cup semifinal hopes hinge on Pakistan's performance against New Zealand. If Pakistan wins, India advances due to a higher net run rate. Otherwise, New Zealand secures the final semifinal spot. Australia remains undefeated and qualifies from Group A. A victory for Pakistan would clear the path for India to advance to the semifinals.

In place of seminars or panel discussions on various topics, this time there were performances, presentations followed by discussions

West Bengal’s healthcare expenditure is 1% of its gross state domestic product and 68% of healthcare expenses in the state are out-of-pocket, the second-worst in India after Uttar Pradesh

Arfeen Khan and Karan Veer Mehra engage in a heated discussion about Mehra's personality traits, with Khan suggesting he has aggressive tendencies. Mehra defends himself, denying any violent behavior despite his past hardships, including two divorces. The conversation is spurred by comments made during the Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 Grand Premiere.

Uttar Pradesh Chief minister Yogi Adityanath directed concerned authorities to take strict action against the culprits

West Rajasthan, the driest region in India's plains, received excess rainfall this monsoon, continuing a trend of higher-than-normal rainfall for the past two decades. IMD data reveals that the region has experienced above-normal or excess rainfall in 12 of the last 20 years, signaling potential shifts in monsoon patterns due to climate change.

Some suggest that the assailant planned the murder due to his wife’s alleged moral turpitude, while others say he was frustrated with the delay in their divorce case pending at a family court

Over 50 protesters, including women, were detained near Ladakh Bhawan in New Delhi as they showed silent support for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Wangchuk's fast aims to include Ladakh in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution for tribal protections. Police noted the protest lacked permission and released most detainees shortly after.

Dalit activist Daulat Kunwar reveals ongoing caste discrimination in Indian prisons. Following a Supreme Court order invalidating colonial-era prison rules, hope emerges for improved treatment. The ruling, hailed by UP’s DGP, demands reforms to end caste-driven labor. Activists emphasize the need for societal change and strict compliance to ensure equality in prisons.

Saturday's killing of NCP functionary Baba Siddique in Mumbai resembles the murders of UP gangsters Atiq Ahmed and Ashraf, and Sanjeev Maheshwari. Unknown shooters with limited criminal histories were contracted by hidden players, using sophisticated weapons to execute high-profile killings with precision.

Police are probing multiple angles in the murder of ex-minister Baba Siddique, including disputes over Slum Rehabilitation Authority projects. Siddique, previously investigated by the ED for his role in the Jamaat-e-Jamhooria slums project, had faced allegations of fraud involving forged documents and fictitious slum dwellers, drawing increased scrutiny from authorities.

Baba Siddique, a Bandra politician known for his helpful nature and civic work, was admired for his dedication to social causes and inclusiveness. He supported many community initiatives and frequently attended and contributed to local events. Siddique's generosity and accessibility to people, regardless of their background, gained him widespread respect.

Former MLA Baba Siddique was shot outside his son's office in Bandra East. Assailants fled through a Durga Puja procession, neutralizing Siddique's police guard with pepper spray. Police apprehended two suspects in a nearby park, seizing automatic pistols and magazines. A case has been registered.

The motive behind the murder of former Maharashtra MLA Ziauddin Siddique remains uncertain after the arrest of two shooters and their handler. Links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a possible dispute over a slum rehabilitation project are being investigated by Mumbai Police.

Rahul Gandhi has urged PM Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to address the unequal treatment of deceased Agniveers compared to other martyred soldiers. Following the deaths of Agniveers Gohil Vishwaraj Singh and Saifat Sheet during training in Nashik, Gandhi questions why their families won't receive equivalent compensation, pension, and other government benefits.

In response to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's comment labeling BJP as a 'party of terrorists,' BJP president J P Nadda criticized Congress for ideological bankruptcy, highlighting its electoral failures and alleged support for anti-national forces. Nadda also suggested Kharge introspect on the party's declining public trust.