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Srinagar- Leading cardiologists in Kashmir have sounded an alarm over the increasing prevalence of heart attacks among the youth, linking it to smoking and tobacco consumption. In a concerning revelation, leading cardiologists in Kashmir have highlighted the growing risk of heart attacks among young smokers. Speaking to Kashmir Observer, they emphasized the critical connection between smoking and cardiac health, urging youth to take proactive steps to quit smoking. Dr. Hilal Rather, Head of the Department of Cardiology at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), stated that both active and passive smokers are at risk. “Even someone who smokes very little is […]Read more...
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Amnesty International accuses
The human rights group concludes that Israel’s war on Gaza meets the legal threshold for genocide against the Palestinian people in a damning new report. Human rights group Amnesty International has concluded that Israel’s war on Gaza meets the legal threshold for genocide in a damning new report. The report published on Thursday, titled, “You Feel Like You Are Subhuman”: Israel’s Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza, is the culmination of months of research by Amnesty, including extensive witness interviews, analysis of “visual and digital evidence”, including satellite imagery, and statements made by senior Israeli government and military officials. Amnesty said the Israeli […]Read more...
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Who accuses Israel
Amnesty International says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. They aren’t the only ones reaching this assessment. Amnesty International declared that Israel is committing the crime of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Genocide is criminalised under the Genocide Convention, which Israel ratified in 1950, a year after it was recognised as a state by the United Nations. “[T]here is sufficient evidence to believe that Israel’s conduct in Gaza following 7 October 2023 amounts to genocide,” Amnesty stated in its report. Amnesty is not the first organisation to conclude Israel is committing genocide – here are other organisations who have made […]Read more...
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Where do six
In 2024, about half of Syria’s registered refugees live in Turkiye, followed by Lebanon, Germany, Jordan and Iraq. On Sunday morning, millions of Syrians, both within the country and abroad, woke up to a changed nation after opposition forces swept into Damascus, bringing an end to President Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year rule. The fall of Damascus comes after a 13-year war, during which millions of Syrians were forcibly displaced within the country or driven across its borders in search of a chance to rebuild their lives. More than 13 million Syrians displaced In 2011, at the start of popular uprisings against al-Assad, Syria’s population […]Read more...
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Goa tourism: ‘Foreign
Goa’s tourism department recently faced criticism after “unverified data” circulated on social media claimed a drastic drop in foreign arrivals Goa’s tourism sector is bouncing back, with over 71 lakh visitors recorded till September 2024, marking a strong recovery from the pandemic-induced slowdown. The state’s tourism department recently faced criticism after “unverified data” circulated on social media claimed a drastic drop in foreign arrivals. The department dismissed the claims, labeling them as misleading. The state tourism department has now told Business Today that the years 2019-2021 were marked by the global pandemic, which impacted travel and tourism worldwide. “Since then, […]Read more...
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After the bulldozer:
From death to the loss of relationships, India’s wave of bulldozer demolitions leaves a long-lingering trail of despair. New Delhi, India – Shahid Malik is fighting for a home that no longer exists. For the past two years, Malik, an accountant by profession, has been working with a local lawyer to seek justice for the demolition of his house and more than two dozen others in Kharak Riwara Satbari, a neighbourhood in southwest Delhi. In October 2022, the Delhi Development Authority, a body responsible for urban planning, construction of housing and commercial projects, and land management in the Indian capital, tore down […]Read more...
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Priyanka’s debut, Rajnath’s
NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha on Friday commenced a two-day discussion on the Constitution, marking the 75th anniversary of its adoption. Defence minister Rajnath Singh initiated the debate, criticising Congress for allegedly undermining institutional autonomy and constitutional principles.During the session, Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra delivered her maiden speech in the Lower House of the Parliament, describing the Constitution as a ‘suraksha kavach’. She criticised the central government, alleging attempts to weaken this protective framework over the past decade.According to sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will respond to the constitutional debate in the Lok Sabha on Saturday. Union home minister […]Read more...
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Student Rape on
CHENNAI: In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves across Chennai, a 37-year-old man with a history of criminal activity allegedly raped a second-year engineering student on the campus of Anna University. The accused, Gnanasekaran, who operates a roadside eatery near the university, was arrested on Wednesday after the survivor reported the assault to a police helpline. The Incident The attack took place on the evening of December 23, in a secluded area of the campus near Raj Bhavan and IIT Madras. According to the police complaint, Gnanasekaran confronted the survivor and her male friend, claiming to have filmed their […]Read more...
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10 Must-Visit Heritage
Delhi, a city with a rich tapestry of history and culture, offers a treasure trove of heritage sites that span centuries. Here are ten unique heritage destinations in Delhi that promise a deep dive into its glorious past: Delhi, the vibrant capital of India, is a city filled with history and culture. Its rich cultural heritage has been spanning over 2,000 years. Delhi has been the seat of power for various dynasties, empires, and rulers. It is surrounded by the majestic Mughal monuments, the grand British-era buildings, and the vibrant markets. The capital city is a treasure trove of history, architecture, and […]Read more...
