Tamil Nadu polls: Paid holiday announced for voters living in Kerala on polling day

A paid holiday has been declared for Tamil Nadu residents in Kerala on Thursday, the polling day. The high-stakes election campaign concluded Tuesday, featuring sharp exchanges on key issues. Security is heightened across Tamil Nadu’s 234 constituencies, where over 4,000 candidates are vying for votes. …

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‘Indeed a delightful experience’: Uttarakhand CM Dhami attends Kedarnath opening ceremony, lauds temple committee

“This is indeed a delightful experience… The temple committee has made excellent arrangements here, ensuring that even ordinary people can now easily have ‘darshan’ of ‘Baba’ in a relatively short span of time… As of now, thousands of devotees have already had the privilege of catching a glimpse of ‘Baba’,…

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2 landfills in India among world’s top 25 super-polluting methane emission waste sites

Hyderabad’s Jawahar Nagar and Mumbai’s Kanjurmarg landfills are among the world’s top 25 super-polluting methane emission sites, a UCLA study reveals. These facilities are releasing significant amounts of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, contributing heavily to global warming. The findings highlight the urgent need for improved waste management practices globally….

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‘We will not grant you permission’: Mamata accuses EC of bias, claims denial of public meeting permission

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of bias, alleging unequal treatment in granting permissions for political rallies. She highlighted a denied meeting in Kolkata while Prime Minister Modi’s event received swift approval. Banerjee also claimed the BJP deliberately delayed her travel and obstructed her party’s…

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‘They will never be forgotten’: PM Modi pays tribute to Pahalgam victims on first anniversary

India marked the first anniversary of the horrific Pahalgam terror attack with Prime Minister Modi and the Army vowing unwavering resolve. The nation remembers the 26 innocent lives lost, with a strong message that terror will not succeed. India’s decisive response, ‘Operation Sindoor,’ and subsequent ‘Operation Mahadev’ neutralized perpetrators, ensuring…

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Day before Pahalgam attack anniv, Shinde hands over new house to ponywallah’s family

A new home was gifted to the family of a brave ponywallah, Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who died saving tourists in Pahalgam. Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde virtually handed over the house, built by Shiv Sena, honoring Shah’s sacrifice. The family expressed pride and gratitude for the support received. …

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‘Submit public apology’: BJP moves EC against Mallikarjun Kharge over ‘terrorist’ remark, seeks action under poll code

The Bharatiya Janata Party has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission of India. The party seeks action against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for his recent statement. Kharge reportedly called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a ‘terrorist’. The BJP deems this a violation of the Model Code of Conduct. …

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From wards to homes: Where India’s maternal care breaks down

Maternal care in India shows improved access but uneven postnatal experiences, with breastfeeding struggles, weak follow-ups, and limited mental health support hindering recovery. Experts emphasize continuous guidance and a shift from delivery-centric to mother-centric care, highlighting the crucial role of family and early preparation for better outcomes. …

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