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Teens prefer harm reduction messaging over zero-tolerance on substance use
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], Apr 25 (ANI): Discussing substance use with teens is an uphill task for parents. Most of the time they don't know what and how to talk about to their children when it comes to substance use. However, recent research has shown ways to deal with the problem.
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Committed to ensure 80 pc reduction in TB mortality rate by 2025, says IMA
Updated : 6 years, 11 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Mar 24 (ANI): The mortality rate due to TB dropped by three per cent last year, said Indian Medical Association's (IMA) Dr Narendra Saini here on Sunday.
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Smoking reduces due to tobacco control policies
Updated : 6 years, 12 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] Mar 20 (ANI): Increasing taxes on tobacco and smoke-free policies have resulted in the reduction of smoking among older adults, according to a recent study.
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Russia bats for extension of arms reduction treaty with US
Updated : 6 years, 12 months ago IST
Moscow [Russia], Mar 20 (ANI): Russia stated that it is open to discussing solutions aimed at preventing an arms race with the United States, batting for the extension of the new START treaty, due to expire in 2021.
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India launches private sector alliance to reduce disaster losses and risks
Updated : 6 years, 12 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Mar 19 (ANI): Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Mami Mizutori has highlighted the importance of private sector in preventing and reducing the existing disaster related risks.
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India says GSP concessions by US amount to duty reduction of $190 million
Updated : 7 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], Mar 5 (ANI): The government confirmed on Tuesday that the United States has given a 60-day withdrawal notice to India on the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) benefits, which amount to duty reduction of 190 million dollars a year.
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SEBI reduces fee for brokers, agri-commodity derivative transactions
Updated : 7 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], Mar 1 (ANI): In a major relief, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Friday decided to reduce the fee payable by brokers from Rs 15 to Rs 10 per crore of transactions, marking a 33.33 per cent reduction.
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Lower GST for properties under construction will boost demand: Moody's
Updated : 7 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], Feb 27 (ANI): The reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) for properties under construction will boost demand and increase sales, Moody's Investors Service said on Wednesday.
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Smart investment moves for FY 2019-20
Updated : 7 years ago IST
Pune (Maharashtra) [India] Feb 19 (ANI): With the new financial year just around the corner, investment planning is at the back of the mind of most individuals. As a rule, your investment returns heavily depend on the economic conditions and the fluctuations in repo rate. It is hence, import
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Diamond prices slide as year begins with caution
Updated : 7 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], Feb 6 (ANI): Polished-diamond prices softened in January as US restocking proved slower than expected after the holiday season, and as Far East buyers took vacation ahead of the Chinese New Year. Dealers were cautious due to weak demand, tight profitability and a signif
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Healthy diet can beat symptoms of depression: Study
Updated : 7 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 5 (ANI): While many might agree that ice-cream binge can sooth your soul during a rough phase in your life, a recent study suggests that weight loss, nutrient boosting and fat reduction diets can reduce the symptoms of depression.
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US Navy Chief to begin 4-day China visit for 'results-oriented dialogue'
Updated : 7 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [USA], Jan 12(ANI): A delegation of United States Navy is expected to embark on a four-day visit to China on Sunday with an aim to continue a "results-oriented, risk reduction-focused dialogue between the two militaries".
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