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Pollution, purifiers and public good

In the smog-choked winter of Northern India, a profound philosophical question becomes alarmingly practical: Is life worth living when the very air you breathe is toxic? Albert Camus argued that happiness—or more broadly, wellbeing—is our moral obligation. Yet, for millions of Indians, this obligation is smothered under a blanket of “particulate matter” (PM). This is…

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Saudi Arabia suspends Umrah company after pilgrims arrive without promised accommodation | World News

The ministry said several pilgrims reached Saudi Arabia without secured lodging, despite accommodation being clearly documented in approved Umrah contracts Saudi authorities have suspended an Umrah company and its foreign agent after pilgrims arrived in the Kingdom without the accommodation promised in their approved travel programmes. The action, announced by the Ministry of Hajj and…

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States to gain Rs 17,000 crore under VB – G RAM G? Most will remain net gainers despite funding shift; here’s what SBI says

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) Act is expected to give a boost to state funds, making them collectively gain almost Rs 17,000 crore. Since its introduction, the Bill has sparked debate, particularly over concerns that the revised funding structure could place a higher financial burden on states.According to…

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‘Exhausted, frightened’: Kuldeep Sengar’s daughter Ishita pens open letter after SC verdict on Unnao rape sentence; speaks about 8 years of silence | India News

Kuldeep Sengar (ANI image) NEW DELHI: Ishita Sengar, daughter of former BJP MLA and Unnao rape case convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar, penned an open letter on Monday saying that she is “exhausted, frightened and slowly losing faith”. Her statement came after the Supreme Court stayed a Delhi high court order that had suspended her father’s…

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5 times Sunil Grover left the audience in splits with his mimicry: From Akshay Kumar to Aamir Khan |

Sunil Grover’s uncanny mimicry skills have consistently wowed audiences. From embodying Amitabh Bachchan on ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ to transforming into Akshay Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Kapil Dev on ‘The Great Kapil Sharma Show,’ Grover’s comedic genius shines through his celebrity impersonations, leaving everyone in splits. Comedian and famed actor Sunil Grover is…

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Multi-asset funds prove their mettle in 2025; what should your investment strategy be for 2026?

With equities seeing an extended subdued phase, multi-asset funds showed their strength. (AI image) Mutual funds in 2025: Despite sharp swings and frequent reversals in capital markets during 2025, investor confidence in mutual funds stayed intact. Assets under management of open ended schemes climbed from Rs 67 trillion to Rs 80.5 trillion by the end…

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PSU hiring this week: IOCL, NABARD and ITI Limited open over 750 apprenticeship and young professional posts

IOCL, NABARD and ITI Limited open over 750 apprenticeship and young professional posts Several government-owned organisations and public sector undertakings have opened application windows for apprenticeship and young professional programmes, offering structured training and contractual roles to students and early-career professionals. The ongoing recruitment drives cover technical, non-technical and development-focused positions across multiple locations in…

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