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In Frames: For India's Garbage Pickers, A Miserable And Dangerous Job Made Worse By Extreme Heat

India generates at least 62 million tons of waste annually, according to federal government records, and some of its landfills are literal mountains of garbage, like the Ghaziabad landfill outside New Delhi. And while a 2016 law made it mandatory to segregate waste so that hazardous material doesn't make its way to landfills, the law has been poorly enforced, adding to the risk of waste pickers.

ETV Bharat English Team

Explained: How Fiscal Data For First 2 Months Comes As Relief For FM Sitharaman Ahead of Budget 2024-25

Revenue collection exceeding expectations in the first two months of the current fiscal comes as a relief for Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ahead of the maiden full budget is likely to be tabled after the commencement of Monsoon Session of the Parliament next month. Krishnanand explains why.

Explained: How US Obesity Drug May Help Treat Sleep Apnea; India Will Have To Wait

Tirzepatide, a drug used to treat diabetes and obesity, may help reduce sleep apnea and can completely resolve the disorder, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Sleep apnea is a dangerous disorder, making people struggle to breathe during their sleep. In India, at least one million persons are diagnosed with sleep apnea every year.

J K Tripathi

Renewal of USA's Focus On Tibet

The United States of America has renewed its focus on Tibet. Recently, a seven-member bipartisan congressional delegation of the US Congress led by Michael McCaul, the Republican chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met the 14th Dalai Lama in Dharmshala in Himachal Pradesh.

Cairn accepts $1bn refund offer, to drop cases against India within days: CEO

India asks US court to reject Cairn's $1.2 billion suit

Corrected past mistake by abolishing retrospective tax: PM Modi

India offers Cairn Energy $1bn refund: Report

Explained: Why Centre stepped back in Vodafone, Cairn tax case

US body hails Indian gov's move to withdraw retrospective tax law

Govt moves to end legal battle with Vodafone, Cairn on retro tax

Cairn arbitration: Govt confirms French court order against Indian assets

Explained: Why has Cairn Energy sued Air India in US court?

Cairn says taking action to access value of $1.7 bn arbitration award against India

Cairn one step closer to seizing India's assets if the Centre doesn't pay up

Voda tax case: India files application in Singapore High Court against arbitration panel verdict

Vodafone wins tax case against India

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US Independence Day 2024: From Mock Funerals for Monarch to Triumph of Liberty

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Over the centuries, the USA Independence Day (July 4) has been seen as a celebration of freedom and democracy, reflecting a historical struggle. On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted marking the separation of the thirteen American colonies from British rule. Here's what you need to know about the USA Independence Day.

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Heroes' Homecoming Amid Rousing Welcome: T20 World Champions Land in New Delhi After Historic Win

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Following their T20 World Cup triumph, the Indian cricket team arrived in New Delhi by a special chartered flight arranged by the BCCI. The team will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi before proceeding to Mumbai for a victory parade from NCPA to Wankhede Stadium, where they will be honoured by top BCCI officials, writes Meenakshi Rao.

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Best Way To Manage Passwords: What To Do When You Have Too Many To Remember

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An average person has dozens of passwords. That's a lot to keep track of. You might be tempted to recycle them, but it's one of the bad password habits that cybersecurity experts warn against. So, how to manage passwords? Read on.

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RBI Grants Payment Aggregator License To SRS Live Technologies

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A leading payment solutions provider, SRS Live Technologies Private Limited (SabPaisa), witnessed remarkable growth over the past two financial years, with a 2X increase in revenue and forecasting the same for 2024–25.

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Delhi Water Tanker Driver Crushes Youth While Escaping From Stone-Pelters; Auto Driver Critical After Stabbing

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A tanker driver tried to escape to save his life from a group of angry locals who were pelting stones at his vehicle, a young man came under the wheels of the tanker. He died on the spot. An auto driver who came to the spot and opposed the stone pelting and got stabbed by those who were pelting stones.

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Renewal of USA's Focus On Tibet