West Bengal sees high child adoption rates, yet couples overwhelmingly prefer infants under 2, leaving older children in wait. Experts cite societal prejudices and a desire for a 'clean slate' as key reasons. Learn about the push to change perceptions.
A Mumbai court has granted bail to two owners of an alleged fake call centre in Vanrai that targeted US citizens. The court cited a filed chargesheet and documentary evidence as reasons. Read the full details.
A new Aadhaar Seva Kendra opens in Chandigarh's Sector 17, offering enrollment & update services. Learn about its location, timings, and benefits for residents.
The Andhra Pradesh government has declined to make public the MoU with Google for its $15 billion AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. Explore the details and implications.
Medical experts in Bengaluru link economic growth & globalised fast food to a sharp rise in adolescent obesity, causing PCOD, diabetes & lifelong health issues. Learn the causes and solutions.
Nagaland Bio-Resource Mission ships its first batch of Zanthoxylum seeds to a private firm in Tezpur, marking a key step in commercializing the state's medicinal plants. Read about this milestone for local farmers and the economy.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated an Integrated Textile & Tourism Centre in Meghalaya, pledging new Weavers' Service Centres across the Northeast to boost the region's silk and handloom heritage.
A major new study finds children who get a smartphone by age 12 face higher risks of depression, obesity, and poor sleep. Learn the key findings and expert advice for Indian parents.
A year after its inauguration, Ludhiana's Model Urban Primary Health Centre in Haibowal faces severe underutilization due to a critical staff shortage, impacting public healthcare access.
Tivoli Hospitality Group unveils the Omnia Convention Centre in Gurugram, featuring a 16,000 sq ft ballroom & luxury suites. Designed by Studio 145, it redefines event spaces. Explore the new landmark for weddings & corporate events.
Kerala faces severe landslides and floods due to 35-year-old maps. Lack of data-based planning cripples disaster management. Urgent policy reforms needed for sustainable development.
A 2025 report reveals alarming groundwater over-extraction in Kolar, Bengaluru Urban, Chikkaballapur, Bengaluru Rural, and Chitradurga. Urgent action is needed to prevent a water crisis.
Ghaziabad's inaugural automatic driving centre is now open in Guldhar. Featuring simulators, 56 cameras, and automated tests, it aims to improve driver skills and reduce road accidents. Read more.
BHU's Centre of Excellence for Adolescent Health organised a World AIDS Day event with experts. Learn about the 2024 theme 'Overcoming Disruption' and key insights from doctors on prevention and education.
Bombay High Court refuses petition challenging SHRC order dismissing sexual assault complaint at Thane rehab centre. Mother sought justice for son's 2013 ordeal. Read full details.
Jharkhand Education Project Council with Unicef India develops comic books and animation videos to strengthen self-image and confidence among adolescent girls across 360 schools.
Teen friendship breakups cause profound grief, often deeper than romantic splits. Learn why validation, not minimization, is key to helping teens heal and build resilience.
Discover why your teen's strong pull toward friends is normal and healthy. Learn how to maintain family bonds while supporting their social development for better mental health.
Digital Connexion commits Rs 98,000 crore for 1 GW data centre campus in Visakhapatnam, transforming the city into global tech hub. Discover how this investment creates jobs and boosts Andhra Pradesh's digital infrastructure.
At a Kolkata event marking CINI's 50th & ARC's 25th year, experts stressed active parental engagement for adolescent development. Learn why family time is crucial.
Pakistan's military intensifies crackdown in Balochistan amid enforced disappearances and economic deprivation. International community urged to act on human rights violations.
A 16-year-old student's tragic death sparks debate on adolescent mental health, social media impact, and the evolving role of teachers in modern education.
Bangalore International Centre completes two decades as the city's premier cultural space. Discover how Bengaluru's thinkers created this intellectual hub inspired by Delhi's India International Centre.
American PE giant TPG invests $1 billion in TCS's data centre subsidiary HyperVault AI. Tata Group executive Deepesh Nanda to lead the new AI infrastructure venture targeting 1GW capacity by 2031.
Rising teen antidepressant use saves lives but raises urgent questions about long-term sexual side effects. Explore the science and what parents must know.
Around 600,000 Alaskans will receive a $1,000 Permanent Fund Dividend this year, one of the lowest payouts in two decades. Discover why the amount is so low and how it's funded.
Understand why teens are glued to phones and how to transform screen time from conflict to connection. Learn psychologist-approved strategies for better digital habits.
HD Kumaraswamy urges Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to establish industrial parks across Karnataka districts to leverage resource advantages and boost economic growth. Read more.
Lancet study shows child hypertension doubled 2000-2020. 114 million affected globally. Obesity, poor diet, sedentary lifestyles identified as key triggers. Learn prevention strategies.
Mumbai Police uncovers a fake call centre in Mulund that scammed US & Canadian nationals with fake loans. 5 arrested, including Surat fraud veterans. Read the full investigation details.