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India can eliminate cervical cancer with HPV vaccination, DNA screening: Health Ministry

India can eliminate cervical cancer with HPV vaccination, DNA screening: Health Ministry

Speaking at the country's first national summit on cervical cancer elimination organised by AIIMS, senior officials reaffirmed the government's commitment to scaling prevention, screening and treatment efforts. Experts highlighted the need to rapidly roll out HPV DNA testing, promote self-sampling, and strengthen primary healthcare systems through evidence-based pilot models. 5 days ago
30 Amrit Bharat Express trains operational, 9 new services added

30 Amrit Bharat Express trains operational, 9 new services added

Thirty Amrit Bharat Express trains have been operational since December 2023, with nine new services added to expand nationwide rail connectivity. Covering the Northeast, eastern, central, western and southern regions, the non-AC trains aim to provide affordable, comfortable long-distance travel for the general public with a transparent, fixed fare structure. 5 days ago
'Almond Kit' cough syrup pulled from market in Tamil Nadu over toxic contamination

'Almond Kit' cough syrup pulled from market in Tamil Nadu over toxic contamination

Drug Control Directorate warned that the contaminated syrup could cause severe health complications, including kidney failure and death, and ordered its immediate withdrawal from pharmacies and hospitals across the state. Consumers have been advised to avoid batch number AL24002, report possession of the drug, and remain vigilant while purchasing medicines, as authorities intensify inspections to ensure patient safety. 5 days ago
'No safe place': US kills Al-Qaeda–linked operative in northwest Syria

'No safe place': US kills Al-Qaeda–linked operative in northwest Syria

US Central Command said the strike in northwest Syria was part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, a broader campaign launched to degrade ISIS capabilities following the attack. American officials said the operation includes extensive airstrikes and ground actions targeting ISIS infrastructure, leaders and operatives, underscoring Washington's resolve to pursue militants who threaten US forces and allies. 5 days ago
Search continues for missing Kerala tourist in Arunachal's frozen Sela Lake for 2nd day

Body of missing Kerala tourist recovered from Arunachal's frozen Sela Lake

On receiving information, an Indian Army rescue team from the Gajraj Corps was immediately mobilised. Despite extreme weather conditions, sub-zero temperatures and the challenges of operating in a high-altitude area, Army divers, along with the police and civil administration, conducted prompt rescue operations. 6 days ago
Metro fare hike unacceptable, BJP will protest: Tejasvi Surya

Metro fare hike unacceptable, BJP will protest: Tejasvi Surya

"Bengaluru Metro is now the most expensive metro in the country. As a result, common people are hesitant to use it. Compared to Delhi, Chennai, and Kochi metros, where the fare for a 10 km ride is much lower, Bengaluru's metro fare is double," said Tejasvi Surya. 6 days ago
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Trump discloses $100 million in bond purchases, invests in Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery debt amid $83 bn deal

US President Donald Trump purchased about $100 million worth of municipal and corporate bonds between mid-November and late December, according to recent financial disclosures. Most of the investments were in municipal bonds issued by cities, school districts, utilities and hospitals, but he also bought corporate bonds from companies such as Netflix, Warner Bros Discovery, Boeing, Occidental Petroleum and General Motors 6 days ago
Musk faces lawsuit for allegedly duping voters over $1 million election lottery

Elon Musk sues OpenAI, Microsoft for billions over alleged fraud in AI partnership

Musk's lawyers filed the damages request a day after a judge denied OpenAI and Microsoft's final bid to avoid a jury trial scheduled for late April in Oakland, California, according to multiple reports. The filing cited calculations that showed Musk is entitled to a share of OpenAI's current $500 billion valuation as he donated $38 million in seed funding during the founding stage of the company in 2015. 6 days ago
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Op Sagar Bandhu: Sri Lanka cyclone relief; Indian Army constructs third Bailey bridge, restores B-492 highway connectivity

Earlier in January, the Task Force had restored connectivity at KM 21 and other strategic points along the B-492, which connects Kandy in the Central Province to Badulla in Uva Province—one of the worst-affected regions by the cyclone. The swift construction of these bridges has reconnected communities, reduced travel time, and facilitated the movement of essential supplies in the aftermath of the disaster. 6 days ago
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