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Ten central trade unions have called for a nationwide strike, Bharat Bandh, on Wednesday, supported by rural and agricultural labor organizations. The unions are protesting government policies favoring big businesses at the expense of workers and farmers. They are demanding better wages, more government jobs, and opposing new labor codes,…

A recent study reveals that Indian children under 5 spend an average of 2.2 hours daily on screens, exceeding recommended limits. This excessive screen time is linked to developmental delays and behavioral issues. Experts advise parents to establish tech-free zones, limit screen time, and engage children in offline activities to…

In Himachal’s Mandi district, Tuneja Thakur, a 20-year-old woman, displayed incredible resilience after being buried in a landslide. For five hours, she clawed through mud and debris, creating a breathing space and digging her way out. Her determination to survive amidst the devastating flash floods has been hailed as a…

A dispute has erupted between X and the Indian government following the blocking of Reuters and ReutersWorld accounts on the platform. X claims the government ordered the blocks under threat of criminal liability, while the government denies issuing a fresh order and accuses X of delaying the unblocking process. …

BRICS nations have strongly condemned the European Union’s carbon border tax, deeming it discriminatory and a barrier to their development. They argue the CBAM, set to begin next year, unfairly burdens developing countries and disrupts global trade. …

Additional solicitor general SV Raju argued in a Delhi court that the transaction between Associated Journals Ltd and Young Indian Pvt Ltd was a sham. He alleged a criminal breach of trust, claiming that funds given to the All India Congress Committee were misused. The court has scheduled further proceedings…

National Conference will observe July 13 as Martyrs’ Day, honoring the 22 Kashmiris killed by Dogra soldiers in 1931, emphasizing their struggle against monarchy. Despite the government removing it as a public holiday post-Article 370 abrogation, other parties like Apni Party and PDP have called for its reinstatement, while BJP…

Karnataka’s health department mandates notification and autopsies for out-of-hospital sudden deaths, particularly for those under 45, following a concerning report. This initiative aims to understand the causes better, enabling effective health policies. Cardiac screenings will be widespread, including schools and workplaces, alongside increased defibrillator availability in public areas to prevent…

The FATF highlights the increasing use of e-commerce and online payment platforms for terrorist financing, citing the Pulwama attack and Gorakhnath Temple incident. State-sponsored terrorism is identified as a significant concern, with nations providing financial and logistical support to terrorist organizations. …

Alipore Court remanded the four accused, including prime suspect Monojit Mishra, in the South Calcutta Law College gang rape case to 14 days of judicial custody. Kolkata Police’s detective department is investigating discrepancies in the attendance register. Meanwhile, SFI activists protested outside a Howrah college, demanding action against TMCP leader…

Yogi Adityanath stated Jalaluddin’s activities are anti-national. Properties of Jalaluddin and his gang will be seized. UP Anti-Terrorism Squad arrested Chhangur Baba and Neetu alias Nasreen. They are accused of unlawful religious conversions. Victims were lured with incentives. Earlier, Naveen alias Jamaluddin and Mehboob were arrested. …