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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.

Have SOP for Hospitals Concerning Termination of Pregnancy beyond 24 Weeks: HC to Maharashtra Govt

SOP for journalists' safety in final stage, says Union Minister Nityanand Rai

CJI, SC judges takes round of apex court corridor, welcome lawyers for physical hearing

Nainital's Satoli is a model of Covid-free village

Delhi govt issues SOP for protection of interfaith couples

IPL SOP: Bubble transfer for India, England players; no vaccination, integrity officers to work

SC to commence hybrid physical hearing of cases from March 15

Navratri a low-key affair for traders after govt bans garba

Culture ministry issues guidelines for online events

Not Possible To Further Defer Civil Services Exams: UPSC Tells SC

Rijiju explains several measures taken to ensure 'smooth training' for Olympics

Only asymptomatic persons to be allowed to travel on metros: Centre

IPL Franchises seek clarity on travel of family members, SOP from BCCI

MHA nod to universities and other institutions to conduct final term exams during 'Unlock 2'

NHRC issues notice to UP govt over reports of infant's death due to denial of treatment

52 CISF jawans test +ve for COVID-19 over past two weeks

Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea seeking uniform SOP for arrests

Community transmission has begun in Goa, says Pramod Sawant

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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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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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In Rajya Sabha, John Brittas Alleges CUET Brought To Deny Admission To South Indian Students

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The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) was introduced by the Centre to deny marks and admission to south Indian students in Delhi, CPI(M) Rajya Sabha member John Brittas said on Monday.

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Bharat Ratna Dr BC Roy: Commemorating Legendary Physician and Philanthropist on Doctors' Day

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Doctors' Day being celebrated on July 1 inspires physicians to continue to walk in the illustrious footsteps of Dr BC Roy, saving and transforming lives. On this important day, doctors should rededicate themselves to the essence of Hippocratic oath – to ‘keep the good of the patient as my highest priority’. Writes Dr P Raghu Ram, Padma Shri & Dr B.C Roy awardee, and Founding Director, KIMS-USHALAKSHMI Centre for Breast Diseases, Hyderabad.

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9 Killed, 4 Critical As SUV Collides With Truck In Rajasthan's Karauli

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A Bolero carrying people from Rajasthan's Karauli and Madhya Pradesh, was on way to Kaila Devi Mata temple when it collided with a truck from Karauli. Senior officials of police, administration and health department have reached the district hospital, where the injured are undergoing treatment.

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