“13 abortions, pregnant for the 14th time”: Intern doctor’s video sparks debate over women’s reproductive choices; “This happens only in India…”

Dr Hitarth Simaria (@dr.hitarth_simaria) shared a video on his Instagram. An intern doctor’s account of seeing an underweight newborn in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has sparked discussion on social media about repeated pregnancies, women’s health, family planning and adoption. Dr Hitarth Simaria (@dr.hitarth_simaria) shared a video on his Instagram account, in which he…

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CAPF bill earmarking IG to DG positions for IPS officers to be tabled in Parliament soon | India News

The bill seeks to earmark a minimum 50% IG-level posts, 67% ADG-level posts and all DG and special DG-level posts in CAPFs for deputation (Representative image) NEW DELHI: Citing the need to retain deputation of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to the Central armed police forces (CAPFs) for operational efficiency through better Centre-state coordination, the…

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No one country can ensure balance of power in Asia, India’s role indispensable: US official | India News

Signalling a more transactional and interest-driven focus in its ties with India, the US has said that its objective is to work with India to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific that is not founded in naivete or “gauzy abstractions” like the rules-based international order, but in strength, reason, and hard-nosed collaboration. As he…

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‘We will take it to Kolkata’: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif warns India of strikes in ‘future misadventures’

Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif (File photo) Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif on Saturday said that Islamabad would retaliate with a strike on Kolkata in the event of any “future misadventure” by India. “If India attempts another false-flag operation, then, God willing, we will take it to Kolkata,” Asif told reporters in his hometown of…

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Canberra man charged after tricking wife into travelling to India, cancelling her Australian visa and leaving her stranded with their son

An Indian-origin man in Australia has been charged with exit trafficking after tricking his wife into travelling to India before cancelling her visa and leaving her stranded overseas, reports Australia Today,The 35-year-old Canberra man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is the first person in the Australian Capital Territory to face charges under the…

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‘Dacoit’ box office collection day 9: Slow progress for Adivi Sesh starrer; India Net at Rs 29.47 cr | Telugu Movie News

‘Dacoit’, with the captivating duo of Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, has hit a rough patch at the Indian box office, accumulating Rs 29.47 crore by its eighth day. Nonetheless, the film has found its footing internationally, earning Rs 12.60 crore globally. Blending heart-pounding action with poignant storytelling, it creates a unique cinematic experience that…

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‘Why should I even respond to this?’: Aaditya Thackeray on Disha Salian case after HC orders CBI probe | India News

NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Thursday dismissed allegations linking him to the death of celebrity manager Disha Salian, questioning why he should respond to them. His remarks came after the Bombay high court directed the CBI to probe Salian’s death.Speaking to reporters, Aaditya Thackeray, the son of former Maharashtra chief minister…

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‘Very balanced order’: SC upholds Madras high court’s deepam nod at Madurai hilltop | India News

A lamp lit at Thiruparankundram temple as part of ‘Karthigai Deepam’ festival celebrations, in Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. (Left/ PTI photo) NEW DELHI: In a long-running dispute over religious practices on the Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai, the Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with a Madras high court judgment that permitted lighting of the…

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