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NHRC issues notices to states, UTs over women being 'forced' into sex trade by anti-social elements
The NHRC has taken serious note of reports alleging women are being coerced into sex trade under false job promises by criminal elements. Following a raid in Ranchi, Jharkhand, where women spoke of being trapped by familial pressures and economic needs, the NHRC issued notices to all states and UTs' chief secretaries and police chiefs. They demand reports on actions taken against these syndicates, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities despite existing legal protections. Additionally, the NHRC addressed concerns over child welfare, probing into reports of illnesses and deaths among orphans at an Indore ashram.
In France, three-way election battles could bring more far-right MPs
Emilie Chandler, a centrist candidate, is steadfast in her pursuit of a parliamentary seat in Magny-en-Vexin, despite the risk of amplifying the far-right National Rally (RN)'s chances in the three-way race. This constituency, located in Val d'Oise, an hour northwest of Paris, is crucial in the RN's quest for an absolute majority in Sunday's election.
WikiLeaks founder Assange strikes US plea deal, to be a ‘free man’
He flew out of London to travel to the Northern Mariana Islands, a US territory in the Pacific where he will plead guilty to a single count of conspiracy to obtain and disseminate national defence information, according to a court document.
NEET, NET Paper-Leak Row: Who is NTA director general Subodh Kumar Singh, removed over exam irregularities
The government has removed Subodh Kumar Singh as Director General of the NTA following allegations of irregularities in the NEET and NET exams. A high-level committee has been formed, and the CBI will investigate. Pradeep Singh Kharola will serve as interim head. Subodh Kumar has held significant positions in the Chhattisgarh Secretariat and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. Despite allegations of corruption, he has received national awards for his work.
NHAI to undertake Miyawaki plantations along national highways to restore green cover
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), under the ministry of road transport and highways, has identified 53 acres of land parcel adjacent to national highways in and around Delhi and the national capital region where Miyawaki method of Japan will be used for plantations during the upcoming monsoon season and the process will be replicated across India following its success in Delhi-NCR, NHAI said in a statement.
Kuwait fire: 16 Keralites laid to rest so far
The last rites of four Keralites, who lost their lives in the tragic fire incident in Kuwait on June 12, were held at their respective hometowns in Kerala on Saturday where hundreds came to bid adieu. The bodies of 23 Keralites who lost their lives in the fire that happened in one of the residential accommodations of a company at Mangaf in Kuwait, were brought to the state on Friday in a special flight from the Gulf nation.
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Uttar Pradesh district sends 7 MPs to the 18th Lok Sabha; All you need to know
Etawah’s prominence in the 2024 general elections underscores its significant role in Indian politics. With a robust representation in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the district’s influence, especially through the Yadav clan and other notable leaders, continues to shape the political landscape.
Melinda French Gates to give $1 billion for women's rights
French Gates, one of the biggest philanthropic supporters of gender equity in the US, said Tuesday in a guest essay for The New York Times that she's been frustrated over the years by people who say it's not the right time to talk about gender equality. "Decades of research on economics, well-being and governance make it clear that investing in women and girls benefits everyone," she wrote.
Can you believe?5-foot-long crocodile found in belly of a snake
Examining the carcass of an 18-foot python revealed a shocking and stomach-churning discovery. A graphic viral video showcased the retrieval of a 5-foot-long alligator from the belly of the massive 18-foot-long Burmese python. This video quickly gained notoriety on the internet last year.
'Killers Of The Flower Moon' star Lily Gladstone says she was not upset at missing out on an Oscar for Best Actress
The 37-year-old actress made history when she became the first Native American woman to be nominated in the best actress in a leading role category at the 96th Academy Awards.
Inside the illicit trade of exotic animals from Myanmar to India
The civil war in Myanmar and resultant anarchy in border areas have given a new life to the smuggling of wildlife—from marmoset monkeys to green anacondas—to India. A complex network of wildlife smuggling involving exotic animals from various countries being trafficked through Myanmar to Indian metro cities like Kolkata.
Lok Sabha polls: Haryana records 55.93 pc turnout till 5 pm
Haryana recorded a 55.93% voter turnout in the Lok Sabha elections for its 10 seats. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini contested in the Karnal assembly seat bypoll. BJP won all 10 seats in 2019.
Seven Vaishno Devi pilgrims from Bulandshahr, including a 6-month-old child, killed in bus accident on Ambala highway; 20 injured
Seven members of a family died and over 20 were injured when a mini-bus they were traveling in met with an accident on the Ambala-Delhi-Jammu National Highway. The victims were pilgrims en route to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. Dr. Kaushal Kumar, Medical Officer at Civil Hospital Ambala Cantt, confirmed the incident and stated that authorities are investigating the cause.
Parties in chorus to criticise killing of J&K ex-sarpach
Locals claim that four attackers had come to Sheik's house and two of them barged inside and opened fire at Sheikh who has been a vocal advocate of BJP's policies in Kashmir. Political parties, across the spectrum, condemned the attack but questioned the timing of such attacks as Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency is going for polls on May 25.
Forest fires in Uttarakhand threaten rare Himalayan fauna, say experts
Annual forest fires in Uttarakhand cause extensive damage to precious forest resources, threatening rare Himalayan fauna like birds and butterflies. Breeding seasons coincide with fire seasons, making species like the cheer pheasant highly vulnerable. Other endangered species impacted include the Himalayan quail and yellow-headed tortoise. Recent rains provided relief from fires.
After Sam Pitroda's controversy, Congress' Adhir Ranjan calls Indians as 'Mongolians, N-types'
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury Remarks on Indians: Amidst the controversy surrounding Sam Pitroda's perceived 'racist' remark, another Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury stirred further debate with a contentious statement, asserting, "There exist individuals of different classes in our nation, some resembling 'Mongolians', others with varying skin tones, which cannot be denied."
Rahul will be defeated in Raebareli, after that he should settle down in Italy: Amit Shah
Hitting out at the INDIA bloc, Shah said leaders of opposition parties did not attend the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple as they were afraid of their vote bank and warned that they would put a "Babri" lock at the temple if they came to power.
How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat
TikTok's tumultuous journey includes growth from a teen app to a global trendsetter, facing national security concerns and ownership disputes. The app navigates controversies, bans, and security issues, culminating in a congressional bill for a U.S. sale or ban.
Shivraj Chouhan set for Delhi journey after PM hints at bigger role for BJP stalwart
The BJP candidate is up against Pratap Bhanu Sharma, a Congressman who won the seat in 1980 and 1984 on the back of the post-Emergency Indira Gandhi juggernaut and later, the sympathy wave caused by her death.
Slain Benazir Bhutto's youngest daughter Aseefa takes oath as Pakistan MP
Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari, youngest daughter of late former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, began her political career by taking oath as a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly. She won uncontested from NA-207 Shaheed Benazirabad in Sindh province, a seat previously held by her father, Asif Ali Zardari. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq administered her oath amidst applause from PPP lawmakers.
Is that a subtle sulk growing on the face of 'the happiest nation on Earth'?
Despite being named the happiest country, Finland grapples with economic challenges, labour strikes, mental health issues, loneliness, and a declining fertility rate, raising concerns about the future. In 2020, more than 400,000 Finns received social insurance compensation for prescription antidepressant meds. And latest estimates suggest that around 1 mn people (of 5.5 mn population) are diagnosed with mental health issues that include depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Cheetah Gamini gives birth to record six cubs at Kuno National Park, India's conservation efforts see major milestone
Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav announced that South African cheetah Gamini has given birth to six cubs at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, contrary to earlier reports of five cubs. The news marks a significant achievement in India's cheetah conservation project, with Kuno now home to 27 cheetahs, half of which are cubs. This is the fourth cheetah litter in India and the first by a cheetah brought from South Africa.
Kerala man killed in Israel leaves behind pregnant wife, 5 year old child
Pat Nibin Maxwell, who hailed from Kollam, Kerala, had only been in Israel for two months, leaving behind his pregnant wife and five-year-old daughter. His family received the devastating news in a phone call from his wife on Monday evening, learning of his initial injury and later, his passing.
N. Scott Momaday, Pulitzer Prize winner and giant of Native American literature, dead at 89
Momaday died Wednesday at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, publisher HarperCollins announced. He had been in failing health.
Ireland wing Mack Hansen to miss Six Nations campaign
The Australia native is undergoing surgery on Monday for the injury which he sustained in his side's win over Munster in the United Rugby Championship on New Year's Day. Hansen, 25, has won 21 Ireland caps and played an important role in their Grand Slam success last year.
Desi cocktail bars go beyond Pina Coladas to serve up a heady mix
India's pub and bar scene is undergoing significant growth, with niche cocktail bar concepts emerging in smaller towns. Delhi's Sidecar has seen a 60% increase in revenues between 2021 and 2023, while profits have risen by 35-45%. The market is also seeing a rise in niche concepts in Jaipur, such as the Native Cocktail Room, which ranked number one in Bar Wars 2023 and featured in the 50 Best Bars India list.
The ultimate fluffy boy: New study delves into extinction of a long haired & 'woolly' dog breed
The dogs occupied a previously underappreciated high-status in Indigenous societies, which revered the animals as members of the family and adorned their most treasured items with their emblem.
Fastweb to develop native Italian trained AI language model
Fastweb said it will install a large-scale NVIDIA AI-powered supercomputer in its top data centre in the northern Italian region of Lombardy and also make such technology available to third-parties through its cloud services.
'Echo' trailer reveals several MCU firsts : TV-MA rating, simultaneous Hulu release, and native American lead
"Echo," set to premiere on January 10, marks several firsts for Marvel. It will be the first Marvel production to debut simultaneously on Disney+ and Hulu, the first to be available for binge-watching, and the first to carry a TV-MA rating. Director and executive producer Sydney Freeland highlights the importance of representation as the series centers around Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox), Marvel's groundbreaking superhero series featuring a deaf and Native American character.
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