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VP Dhankhar calls meditation a ‘beacon of hope’ for mental health

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has said that mental disturbances in the form of anxiety and depression have emerged as a critical medical challenge. Addressing the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders in New Delhi today, Mr Dhankhar emphasised that meditation emerges as a beacon of hope in copin...

February 21, 2025 10:49 AM February 21, 2025 10:49 AM

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Bus explosions in Israel: Blasts tear through 3 buses, no injuries

In Israel, a series of explosions on buses were reported yesterday. The blasts tore through at least three buses in a parking lot in Bat Yam, near Tel Aviv. No injuries were reported, however, transportation across the country was temporarily halted. The incidents occurred just hours after the Pales...

February 21, 2025 10:43 AM February 21, 2025 10:43 AM

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India expands agricultural exports: First-ever shipments of pomegranates to Australia

India’s agricultural exports have seen unprecedented expansion, with many products making their way to international markets for the first time. This expansion is empowering farmers, boosting rural incomes, and putting India’s rich agricultural heritage on the global map.   In a significant mil...

February 21, 2025 9:05 AM February 21, 2025 9:05 AM

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Inputs, suggestions crucial for policy-making: J&K CM

In Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah concluded the pre-budget consultations with public representatives, holding separate meetings with elected representatives from Kishtwar and Doda districts.   Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that chairing the session for Kishtwar district...

February 21, 2025 8:10 AM February 21, 2025 8:10 AM

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Divisional Commissioner Jammu reviews preparations for Maha Shivratri Shivkhori Mela

In Jammu and Kashmir, Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar, who is also Chairman Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board, on Thursday chaired a meeting to review the preparations for the three-day Maha Shivratri Shivkhori Mela, set to commence on February 25. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that th...

February 21, 2025 8:06 AM February 21, 2025 8:06 AM

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US President Trump’s loyalist Kash Patel elected as FBI Director

United States President Donald Trump's loyalist Kash Patel has been elected as the 9th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which is America's premier federal law enforcement agency. The Senate narrowly voted to confirm Mr Patel's appointment last night. In a social media post, Mr ...

February 21, 2025 7:59 AM February 21, 2025 7:59 AM

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Centre to include Basic Life Support training in school curriculum

The Central Government has decided to include Basic Life Support (BLS) training in the school curriculum from class 9th onwards to address the rising death toll due to sudden cardiac arrest. This move comes after a Rajya Sabha member from Punjab, Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal raised the issue in Parli...

February 21, 2025 7:45 AM February 21, 2025 7:45 AM

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Fresh snowfall in Himachal Pradesh brings cheer to farmers

In Himachal Pradesh, the fresh snowfall in the high-altitude areas and rain in lower parts has brought down the temperature. The change in weather has brought cheer to farmers and orchardists of the state. Apart from this, the tourists who have come here to visit are also enjoying the snowfall. Akas...

February 21, 2025 7:39 AM February 21, 2025 7:39 AM

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IMD forecasts heavy rainfall, thunderstorms in Northeast

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall as well as thunderstorms and lightning over North Eastern region today. The Met Department predicted heavy rainfall at isolated places in Arunachal Pradesh today. Further, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are expected over Gange...

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Champions Trophy: India outclass Bangladesh by 6 wickets in Group A clash

In the ICC Champions Trophy, India has made a winning start, as they outclassed Bangladesh by 6 wickets in the Group A clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium last night. Opting to bat first, Bangladesh got bundled out for just 228 runs with Towhid Hridoy's ton and Jaker Ali's 68 off 114 ba...