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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.

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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.

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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.

Israel Confirms Deaths of 31 Hostages in Hamas custody

175 people killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza as ceasefire with Hamas ends, health officials say

Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, and free more hostages and prisoners

Biden says Hamas released 4-year-old American girl, hopes more US hostages will be freed

Biden hopes Israel-Hamas ceasefire will last longer than four days, more hostages released each day

Israel-Hamas war: 4-day ceasefire begins, both sides to swap hostages

Israel-Hamas ceasefire remains fragile: UN envoy

India at UNHRC welcome ceasefire between Israel, Palestine

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National Doctor's Day 2024: History, Significance & Challenges

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National Doctor's Day marks the birth anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy who was a renowned physician. Dr Roy who was also the former Chief Minister of West Bengal dedicated his life in the medical field.

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Delhi HC Denies Bail to KCR's Daughter K Kavitha in CBI and ED Liquor Scam Cases

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The Enforcement Directorate rejected the argument that K Kavitha, who is an accused in the Delhi liquor scam case, should be granted bail because she is a woman. The agency told the court that Kavitha can influence witnesses and added that she, along with the other accused, took a bribe of Rs 100 crore.

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RCB Appoints Dinesh Karthik As Batting Coach And Mentor

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Dinesh Karthik has been appointed as the new Batting Coach and Mentor for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). With extensive experience in international and IPL cricket, Karthik aims to nurture talent and enhance RCB's batting prowess ahead of the upcoming seasons.

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Rs 2000 Notes: 97.87 PC Returned; Rs 7,581 Cr Worth Notes Still With Public

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In November 2016, the Rs 2000 banknotes were introduced post-demonetisation of the then-prevailing Rs 1000 and Rs 500 banknotes.

Rs 2000 Notes: 97.87 PC Returned; Rs 7,581 Cr Worth Notes Still With Public|episode|all

Section 325 Of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita: Jacqueline Fernandez, Malaika Arora Endorse New Animal Protection Laws

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The new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has replaced the Indian Penal Code (IPC), introducing changes to animal welfare laws. Prominent celebrities like Jacqueline Fernandez, Malaika Arora and Shanaya Kapoor have shown their support for the newly introduced penal code.

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

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Renewal of USA's Focus On Tibet