Punjab's Elderly Face Rising Cancer Threat, Study Warns
New research from Punjab highlights an urgent need for geriatric cancer care as the state ages rapidly. Learn about the most common cancers and the call for tailored screening.
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NHM Punjab Hiring 300 Specialist Doctors
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Punjab's Rs 25,000 Cr Railway Push: New Trains, Revived Links
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
Experts Call for Home Modifications to Prevent Elderly Hip Fractures
With 60% of hip fractures in India linked to falls at home, geriatric experts are sounding the alarm. Learn how simple home modifications can be a crucial deterrent in this growing public health crisis.
Fake Donors Loot Rs 5,000 from Elderly Woman in Abohar
In a shocking Gurpurab incident, two men posing as sewadar looted Rs 5000 from a 75-year-old woman in Abohar. Police are investigating the fraud case. Read details.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Tiger count at Valmiki Reserve jumps from 8 to 54
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve sees a conservation triumph as tiger numbers skyrocket from 8 in 2010 to 54 in 2022. Officials credit habitat management and security. Read the full story.
Billionaires' New Strategy: Scaling Reproduction for Legacy
As global fertility rates fall, a new trend emerges: billionaires like Elon Musk & Pavel Durov are using tech to have many children, viewing reproduction as strategy, not intimacy. Explore the shift.
Punjab Police's 2025 Paradox: High Busts, Low Morale
Punjab Police touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
Elderly man slain for intervening in domestic violence in Faridkot
A 65-year-old man in Punjab's Faridkot was brutally murdered after trying to stop a domestic violence incident. The accused, his son-in-law, has been arrested. Read the full story.
UP Bill Gives Permanent Legal Backing to SVAMITVA Property Records
Uttar Pradesh moves to legally recognize drone-surveyed rural property records under SVAMITVA Scheme. Over 1.06 crore Gharauni documents aim to cut disputes and boost access to loans.
Malerkotla Ward Delimitation Sparks Public Outcry
Residents of Malerkotla protest against repeated ward delimitation, citing confusion and administrative chaos. Officials defend the changes as necessary for population balance. Read more.
BJP's Navneet Rana: Hindus Should Have 3-4 Kids
BJP's Navneet Rana suggests Hindu families should have three to four children to protect the nation, citing demographic concerns. Read the full statement and its political implications.
PNB staff in Lucknow save ₹1.13 crore from digital arrest scam
Alert Punjab National Bank officials in Lucknow rescued a 75-year-old woman from a digital arrest scam, preventing a ₹1.13 crore loss. Learn how vigilance and timely police action foiled the cyber fraudsters.
Two Elderly Sisters Found Dead in Kolkata Home
Bodies of two sisters found in Sodepur house. Police suspect death due to severe malnutrition amid financial crisis. Neighbours reveal they refused help. Read the full report.
NZ Census: 'No Religion' Majority, Christian Numbers Decline
New Zealand's 2023 census reveals over 50% have 'No Religion' as Christian denominations decline. This follows a protest by a Pentecostal pastor against a Sikh Nagar Kirtan, drawing criticism from MPs. Sikh & Hindu populations grow.
Chandauli Elderly Suicides Expose Mental Health, Loneliness Crisis
A series of elderly suicides in Chandauli reveals a national crisis of neglect, loneliness, and lack of mental health support for India's aging population. Experts warn of a demographic time bomb.
Haveri's First Stray Dog Sterilisation Centre Inaugurated
Haveri CMC opens its first dog sterilisation centre to control strays. Over 1,500 dogs to be captured, sterilised, and released under new ABC programme. Read more.
Modi's Bengal Rally Focuses on Matua Voters, 'Unmapped' Population
PM Modi addresses a rally in Nadia's Taherpur, focusing on Matua community concerns over 'unmapped' voters and inaugurating key highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore. Read more.
Canada's Population Declines in Q3 2025 Due to Policy Shifts
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, the first drop since 2020. The decline is linked to new caps on international student permits. Read the full analysis.
India has 718 snow leopards, 400 in Ladakh
India's first scientific survey finds 718 snow leopards, with Ladakh home to over half. Discover their habitat, diet, and how India is protecting this elusive mountain guardian.
Varanasi Cancer Report Reveals High Oral Cancer Risk
A new cancer registry report for Varanasi reveals one in 36 men is at risk of oral cancer, primarily due to tobacco. Breast cancer is most common in women. Learn the key findings and risks.
New Ghaziabad Animal Birth Control Centre Opens in Vijay Nagar
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Haryana targets sex ratio of 920 by December 31
Haryana's health department, led by ACS Sudhir Rajpal, directs officials to achieve a sex ratio of 920 by Dec 31, 2024. Focus on migrant areas and birth registration. Read more.
India is home to 718 elusive snow leopards
India's first comprehensive survey finds 718 snow leopards, with Ladakh hosting over 400. Discover the conservation efforts protecting this endangered species.
China to Fully Reimburse Childbirth Expenses Nationwide
China announces full coverage for childbirth expenses by 2026 to tackle its declining population. Learn how this policy aims to incentivise young couples and address demographic challenges.
India Now Top Global Destination for Wild Animals
India has become the world's number one destination for wild animals, with a remarkable 75% of its land now a haven for wildlife. Discover the conservation efforts behind this success. Read more!
Punjab Declares Winter Holidays in Schools
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
Mass Marriage & MLA's Son's Reception in Navalgund
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah & Deputy CM DK Shivakumar attend mass wedding of 75 couples organized by MLA NH Konaraddi alongside his son's reception. Leaders stress on ending caste system.
Swiss Population Cap Plan Gains 48% Support Ahead of Vote
Nearly half of Switzerland supports a right-wing plan to cap the population at 10 million, setting up a crucial vote in 2025. The move targets immigration but faces government warnings of economic damage.
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