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Indian Institute of Science researchers highlight India’s need for national dementia policy with focus on cultural factors
The policy should integrate dementia care into both geriatric and mental health plans, stated the paper published in The Lancet Psychiatry
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70% in age group of 14 to 16 were active on social media, 52% were able to block/report profiles
ASER-2024 shows that Karnataka saw a decline in enrolment between the age group of six to 14 in government schools
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Isro’s 100th rocket launch successful; GSLV-F15 places navigation satellite in orbit
The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully launched a second-generation navigation satellite, NVS-02, into a geosynchronous transfer orbit using a GSLV rocket in its 100th launch from Sriharikota. This satellite, which incorporates both indigenous and procured atomic clocks, will replace IRNSS-1E and enhance the NavIC base layer constellation.
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FMGs continue protest over Permanent Registrations, seek appointment with CM
APMC says it is verifying degrees of FMGs through the Indian Embassies concerned before granting PRs and the process is under way
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Maha Kumbh stampede LIVE updates: PM Modi, Amit Shah offer condolences to devotees who lost loved ones
While there is no confirmation on death toll, PM Modi and Amit Shah have mourned the loss of lives; Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says few devotees “seriously injured”; opposition blames “mismanagement”
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Maha Kumbh: Near stampede on Mauni Amavasya, casualties feared; Akharas call off Amrit Snan
The Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya is the most significant ritual of the Maha Kumbh and is expected to draw around 10 crore pilgrims
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ASER: Government school enrolment down to 67% in rural India
Government school enrolment for children aged 6-14 has dropped significantly from 72.9% in 2022 to 66.8% in 2024, indicating a shift towards private education post-pandemic. Learning gaps persist, with only 45.8% of Class 8 students able to perform basic arithmetic. Digital literacy showcases a notable gender gap.
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China still boosting infrastructure, defence positions along LAC
China continues to strengthen its military positions and build infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control from eastern Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh. Despite disengagement efforts, new roads, military camps, and other developments are observed, raising concerns about potential troop surges and strategic advantages.
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U.P. CM hits out at Akhilesh over Maha Kumbh dip
Mr. Adityanath added that to expect those who have never respected the faith of India will respect the faith in Sanatana Dharma will be a mistake
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Ahead of polls, Dera chief Ram Rahim out on parole again; 12th since 2020
Gurmeet Ram Rahim, head of Dera Sacha Sauda and convicted for rape and murder, was released on a 30-day parole from Sunaria jail. His release coincides with the upcoming Haryana civic elections and Delhi polls. Ram Rahim has been out of jail for a total of 305 days since October 2020, often around election periods.
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Small tea growers of north Bengal welcome CM’s move to investigate tea board’s decisions
According to their official statement, the small tea growers contribute over 64% of the total tea produced in the State and “free entry of Nepal tea harms mainly Darjeeling & Dooars, Terai tea”
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Haryana CM Saini says Kejriwal’s ‘poisonous water’ jibe an attempt to deflect attention from AAP govt’s failures
Mr. Saini said that ensuring a reliable water supply to the national capital is a collective responsibility, which Haryana is fulfilling diligently and without any shortcomings
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Ex-Madhya Pradesh transport constable, accused of amassing assets of crores, arrested
Mr. Sharma had been appointed a constable in the State Transport Department on compassionate grounds in 2015 after his father’s death. He, however, opted for voluntary retirement in 2023
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Moose Wala aide played key role in Akali neta's murder, says court
Sidhu Moose Wala's manager, Shaganpreet Singh, played a pivotal role in the 2021 murder of Youth Akali Dal's Vicky Middukhera. A local court directed the Mohali SSP to initiate extradition proceedings against Shaganpreet, who fled to Australia, and other fugitives involved in the crime.
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Dibrugarh as Assam’s second capital: behind BJP’s gambit for 2026 Assembly election
Five of the six communities seeking Scheduled Tribe status, including the Adivasis and Ahoms, dominate the eastern part of the State
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Gukesh becomes sole leader; Praggnanandhaa beaten for first time
Gukesh Dommaraju has taken the lead in the Tata Steel Chess Masters standings after defeating compatriot Leon Luke Mendonca. In other matches, Nodirbek Abdusattorov drew against Fabiano Caruana, while Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu was defeated by Anish Giri. Arjun Erigaisi drew with defending champion Wei Yi, and Pentala Harikrishna lost to Vladimir Fedoseev.
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Waqf panel exceeded limits, alleges Muslim Personal Law Board
Board critical of the BJP allies for their support to the Waqf Bill
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Scientists find signs of Earth's crust peeling away beneath California
Scientists have discovered portions of the Earth's crust sinking into the mantle beneath California's Sierra Nevada mountains. This phenomenon, occurring over millions of years, helps explain continental formation through the process of differentiation, where denser crust layers are absorbed into the mantle, leaving lighter layers behind.
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Former JD(U) MP Ali Anwar Ansari, ‘Mountain Man’ Dashrath Manjhi’s son among activists to join Congress
They joined the party at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) office in the presence of senior AICC leader Pawan Khera and Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee president Akhilesh Prasad Singh.
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath challenges minorities to say Ram is ancestor
UP CM Yogi Adityanath challenged the minority community to accept Lord Ram as their ancestor, citing Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's pride in Indian DNA. At an event in Lucknow, Yogi supported Uttarakhand's uniform civil code and highlighted measures against 'land jihad' and 'love jihad' in UP. He also criticized the Delhi government and questioned the opposition's stance on faith matters.
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