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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.

Pakistan Star Umar Akaml Flaunts Abs on Social Media, Fans Troll Him For His English Caption

I did not report spot-fixing approach as I thought it would not remain confidential: Akmal

Umar Akmal files appeal to overturn 18-month ban

Kamran criticises PCB for deciding to challenge Umar's ban reduction

PCB launches CAS appeal against Umar Akmal's reduced ban for anti-corruption breach

Danish Kaneria questions PCB over reduction of Umar Akmal's ban

Umar Akmal's ban reduced to 18 months from 3 years

Independent adjudicator reserves order on Umar Akmal appeal

Umar Akmal's appeal against three-year ban to be heard on July 13

'Off the field activities are nothing new in Pakistan cricket': Kamran Akmal defends brother Umar

Umar Akmal's appeal against 3-year ban to be heard on June 11, says PCB

Former SC judge Faqir Muhammad to hear Umar Akmal's appeal against 3-year ban

Umar Akmal appeals against his three-year ban handed by PCB

Umar Akmal refuses to disclose details about suspected bookies: PCB Sources

'Umar Akmal didn't show remorse for failing to report fixing approaches'

Had to flee after being constantly threatened by Umar Akmal: Ex Pak cricketer Zulqarnain Haider

Umar Akmal needs psychiatrist's help: Former PCB Chairman Najam Sethi

'Part of Umar's ban could be suspended'

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ETV Bharat Sports Team

Turkey scripted history as the side defeated Austria 2-1 to progress to the quarter-finals of the European Championship for the first time in 16 years.

Euro 2024: Turkey Creates History; Qualify For Quarter-finals For First Time After 16 Years

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Aroonim Bhuyan

Nepal PM Dahal’s Opting For Floor Test: Is It An Exercise In Futility?

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With the CPN-UML and the Nepali Congress coming to an agreement to form a new coalition government in Nepal, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal of the CPN-Maoist Centre has been asked to step down. But he has refused and has instead opted to go for a floor test in the parliament. This is the fifth time that Dahal will be going for a floor test since becoming Prime Minister in December 2022. What does fate hold for him? ETV Bharat takes a look at the latest developments in Nepal politics.

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BCCI gifts special 'NAMO' India jersey to PM Modi  

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In an overwhelming gesture, the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) has gifted a special 'Namo' jersey to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Wold-cup winning team along with President Roger Binny and Secretary Jay Shah met with him over breakfast at his residence.

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Chapra (Bihar): A bridge has collapsed again in Bihar's Saran. A bridge has collapsed in Sareya Panchayat of Baniyapur block of the district. The collapse of this bridge has disrupted traffic. Villagers say that the bridge was in a dilapidated condition for a long time but despite complaints, no effort was made to repair it.In the first rain, three bridges collapsed in the river in Saran. The bridge collapsed in Baniyapur on Thursday morning. Villagers say that the foundation of the bridge weakened due to rain, due to which it collapsed. This bridge connected seven villages of Sareh Panchayat.On Tuesday, two bridges collapsed in Lahalhadpur block of the district. People have demanded the administration and the government to repair bridges and roads as soon as possible.Cracks have started appearing in the Malahi bridge built on the Dabra River on the Repura Madhaura highway connecting National Highway 722 in the jurisdiction of the Bheldi police station area. This bridge was completed this year but cracks appeared in the first rain itself.&nbsp;In Bihar, on average, one bridge is collapsing in the river every day for the last two weeks. So far 12 bridges have collapsed. Incidents of bridge collapse have been reported in many places including Araria, Kishanganj, and Motihari.

Bihar: Third Bridge Collapses in Saran in Last 24 hours, Total 12 Bridges Collapsed In 2 Weeks

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ETV Bharat Business Team

Revenues Of Top 18 States To Grow At 8-10% This Fiscal: CRISIL

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A CRISIL Ratings report states that revenues of top 18 states, which account for 90 per cent of India's gross state doestic product, are likely to grow at a pace of eight to 10 per cent during the current financial year. Buoyant GST collections, and central transfers are the major drivers of this growth.

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