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Rajnath Singh to commission ICG's 1st indigenously built PCV, Samudra Prat
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
The commissioning of Samudra Pratap will enhance the ICG's capabilities in responding to marine pollution incidents, safeguarding India's maritime environment and resources
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Chronic neglect leaves Pakistan's Mardan's children hospital in limbo desp
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
According to Dawn and officials, several wards are currently running out of the outpatient department as the main building meant to house specialised pediatric services is still incomplete. Financial constraints have stalled progress, despite repeated assurances from successive governments.
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Gen Z-led campaign drives Nepal to formalise academic special consideratio
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Students in Nepal faced severe hardship after being forced to sit for exams during bereavement, disasters and childbirth. A youth-led campaign prompted the government to adopt a Special Consideration Policy, allowing exam deferrals and alternative assessments during emergencies.
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Customisable Health Insurance Plans: A Lifestyle-based Personalisation Cho
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 29: Health insurance has become an essential pillar of financial security in India, enabling individuals and families to manage rising medical costs while protecting long-term savings. As awareness around healthcare planning and financial protection gro
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Beyond the Basics: Lesser-Known Covers in Travel Insurance
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 24: When planning a trip, most travellers focus on booking flights and accommodation, often overlooking the importance of travel insurance. Typically, you may know it covers trip cancellations, medical emergencies or lost baggage. However, some travel insurance po
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Saint Kabir School, Karnal Conducts a Fire Drill Designed for Real-World E
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 17: Fire emergencies are among the most unpredictable and dangerous disasters, leaving little room for hesitation or confusion. Recognising this reality, Saint Kabir Public School conducted a comprehensive fire emergency drill aimed not merely at awareness but at
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Factors to Consider While Buying Travel Insurance for Your Trip
Updated : 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 13: Planning a trip can be exciting, but unexpected situations, such as flight cancellations, medical emergencies or lost baggage, can disrupt even the best-planned holidays. This is where travel insurance becomes essential. It offers financial protection against
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The Backpacker's Guide to International Travel Insurance
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 12: Backpacking abroad from India is exciting, with cheap flights, hostels, street food and flexible plans. In the middle of bookings and packing, travel insurance often looks like an optional extra. In reality, it is the quiet safety net behind your jo
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Axio Biosolutions and IIEMS Launch "STOP THE BLEED": Empowering Citizens w
Updated : 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 8: The Indian Institute of Emergency Medical Services (IIEMS) has partnered with Axio Biosolutions, a global leader in advanced wound care solutions, to launch the "STOP THE BLEED" initiative in India. This collaboration aims to provide essential training and i
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"Even cannabis can cause strokes": Top neurologist warns of rising "party
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Dr (Col) Joy Dev Mukherji, one of India's leading neurologists, has issued a stark warning against the growing social acceptance of recreational and "party" drugs, stressing that even cannabis can trigger strokes, seizures and cardiac complications and that the practise is driving a worry
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India, Russia reach agreement to cooperate in field of protecting populati
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Officials from India's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Russia's Ministry of Civil Defence (EMERCOM) held a meeting in the national capital on Wednesday, the Russian Embassy shared in a post on X.
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Pakistan's leadership missing in action as climate emergencies escalate
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Pakistan is lacking in integrating its climate governance and social protection systems to survive the escalating pace of climate disasters, experts cautioned during the Fifth Annual International Conference, A New Global Order, Yet Again, organised by the IBA.
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