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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.

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.

Cong slams PM over situation in Manipur, says situation has turned from bad to worse in state

I-DAY address: PM says situation in Manipur improving; peace only way to resolve problems

Jaishankar’s South East Asian sojourn: Myanmar in focus

"This is an Indian challenge", says Jairam;  Khera says 'US has no business to interfere' after envoy says US ready to mediate in Manipur

'US ready to assist India if asked,' says Eric Garcetti on situation in Manipur; Congress reacts

Stage set for all-party meeting on Manipur violence today, Sharad Pawar to skip but deputes two party leaders on his behalf

Sonia Gandhi says situation in Manipur heartbreaking, appeals for peace

Manipur violence: Indian Army sounds alert amid circulation of fake videos online

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<p>The triumphant Indian team's celebrations at the Kensington Oval lasted close to four hours after a roller-coaster T20 World Cup final with players grooving to their favourite dance numbers and amid a general sense of relief for ending a lengthy title drought.</p>

T20 World Cup Final: Bhangra, Fist Bumps, And A Huddle: Team India Revels In World Cup Glory

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Akshay Kumar Delays Own Payment to Ensure Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Cast Are Paid; Jackky Bhagnani Thanks Actor

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Vashu Bhagnani's production house Pooja Entertainment faced controversy over non-payment to artistes. Jackky Bhagnani expressed gratitude to Akshay Kumar, who offered to defer his payments until all cast and crew members of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, are paid in full.

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Cancer Patients Prefer To Take Second Opinion, Maximum Queries From Hyderabad: Study

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A survey carried out on over 1,700 cancer patients by a Delhi based NGO has revealed that majority of such patients seek a second opinion to find if their treatment is on correct course. The maximum calls on the NGO's helpline number were received from Hyderabad.

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‘Shocking, Some HC Judges Don’t Sit on Time’, SC Judge Justice B R Gavai

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Supreme Court judge Justice BR Gavai, who is in line to become the Chief Justice of India in May 2025, termed it as shocking that some of the Judges in some high court sit at 11.30 a.m. though the court timing is 10.30 a.m. He further said that the lawyers are often humiliated by judges, forgetting the fact that no one is superior or inferior in the administration of justice.

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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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Renewal of USA's Focus On Tibet