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Average Household Spending on Food Less Than Half for 1st Time in Modern India

A new government report highlights a major shift in India's food consumption patterns. For the first time since Independence, the average household spends less than half of its total monthly budget on food. This change, documented in the Economic Advisory Council's paper, is attributed to declining cereal expenditure and increased spending on diverse foods like milk, fruits, and meat.

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The Glacial Lake Outbursts: An Emerging Risk In The Himalayas

A glacial lake outburst flood results in more damage and destruction than a flood caused by excess rainfall alone. The writer asserts that the glacial lake outbursts are an emerging risk in the Himalayas and there should be a serious rethinking of the current development models of the Himalayan states.

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Explained: What Is Project Strawberry And Why Is It Being Called The Most Powerful AI Model

Project Strawberry would be better at math and programming than any existing chatbot. This somewhat confirms that OpenAI is working on a project that’s bigger than the ones it has launched in the past. So, what exactly is this project? Read on.

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Blind Teaseller Kapil Parmar Wins India's First Medal In Judo At Paralympics

Kapil Parmar bagged India's first-ever Paralympic medal in judo, winning a bronze in the men's 60kg (J1) after comprehensively defeating Brazil's Elielton de Oliveira in the play-off of the ongoing Paris Paralympics Games 2024 on Thursday.

Nipah Virus Case Confirmed in Kerala; 14-Year-Old Boy Tests Positive; Health Ministry Convenes Meeting

Suspected Nipah case reported from Karnataka

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IIT Student Found Dead in Hostel Room in Guwahati

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A third-year Computer Science student at IIT Guwahati was found dead in his hostel room on Monday. This is the fourth student death at IITG this year. The deceased, from Uttar Pradesh, had been struggling with physical and mental health issues and was reportedly receiving treatment. Students protested, demanding justice and better mental health support.

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Israeli Missile Strike on Gaza Humanitarian Area Kills at Least 40 People, Palestinians Say

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An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza Strip area, housing displaced Palestinians, has resulted in at least 40 deaths and 60 injuries. The strike targeted what Israel claims was a Hamas command centre, but Hamas denies it. The UN reported that an aid convoy was halted for over eight hours by the Israeli military while attempting to conduct a polio vaccination campaign in north Gaza.

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No One Should Retire in Politics: Mallikarjun Kharge

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Mallikarjun Kharge urged politicians to continue serving the nation until their last breath, emphasising there should be no political retirement. Speaking at the launch of Sushil Kumar Shinde's memoir, Kharge highlighted that age should not deter one from contributing to the party and country.

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We Will Think of Scrapping Reservation When India Is a Fair Place: Rahul Gandhi

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Rahul Gandhi stated that the Congress party would consider ending reservations only when India is fair, which he believed is not currently. He highlighted the severe underrepresentation of marginalised groups in leadership positions and emphasised the need for broader reforms beyond reservations.

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RG Kar Issue: Junior Medics’ Cease Work to Continue Despite SC Order to Resume Duties by 5 Pm on Tue

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The Supreme Court has instructed the striking doctors to return to work by 5 pm on Tuesday, following assurances from the West Bengal government that no punitive actions will be taken against them. The doctors are demanding the resignation of key health officials and plan to protest further despite the court's directive.

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The iPhone 16, New AirPods and Other Highlights From Apple's Product Showcase

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At its 'Glowtime' event, Apple emphasised its new AI initiative, Applle Intelligence, which enhances iOS features like image search, custom emojis, and email summarization. This AI is designed with privacy in mind, processing most data on-devise. The updates will be part of iOS 18, launching alongside the iPhone 16 series.

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Horoscope: Capricorns Will Solve Family Issues Today| Read Astrological Predictions for Sept 10, 2024

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Do you want to know your zodiac sign predictions? Find out how the stars and planets will influence your day. To find out the answers to all such queries, read today's horoscope on ETV Bharat

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World Suicide Prevention Day Highlights Reducing Stigma

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Established in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO), World Suicide Prevention Day gives a clear message that suicides are preventable. In India, 1.71 lakh people died by suicide in 2022 registering a 4.2 percent increase over 2021.

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Woman Held for Strangling Three-Year-Old Boy, Hiding Body In Washing Machine In Tirunelveli

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In a shocking incident, a woman, who was upset with her neighbours, killed their three-year-old son. Later, she hid the boy’s body in a sack and stuffed it inside a washing machine. Based on a complaint, the police registered a case and arrested the woman.

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Delhi High Court Permits Termination Of 26-Week Pregnancy Of Minor Rape Victim

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The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, as amended, allows for the termination of a pregnancy up to 24 weeks under certain conditions.

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