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Centre asks MPs to publicise list of fake universities on social media to prevent students from falling prey | Education

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Centre asks MPs to publicise list of fake universities on social media to prevent students from falling prey | Education

Dec 16, 2024 06:34 PM IST Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar said publicising fake universities will prevent students falling prey to such spurious claims. The government on Monday asked members of Parliament to spread awareness about 21 fake universities operating across the country and caution students against joining such institutions. Union Minister … Read more

General Knowledge Quiz: Solve these questions to assess your awareness | Competitive Exams

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General Knowledge Quiz: Solve these questions to assess your awareness | Competitive Exams

It could be a tedious task to be aware of all the latest developments happening around the globe. It is also important for students appearing for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, etc, to stay updated. Try to solve the following questions to understand your strengths and weaknesses so that you can work on them.(File photo) … Read more

How early diagnosis can prevent millions from losing their sight – Firstpost

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How early diagnosis can prevent millions from losing their sight – Firstpost

Blindness remains a significant global health challenge with millions vulnerable due to preventable or treatable conditions. Globally, the primary causes of vision impairment and blindness are refractive errors, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. According to WHO only 36% of individuals with distance vision impairment due to refractive error and 17% of those … Read more

Nigeria’s first lady wants mental health priotised in workplaces

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Nigeria’s first lady wants mental health priotised in workplaces

In commemoration of the 2024 World Mental Health Day (WMHD), the First Lady of Nigeria, Remi Tinubu, has emphasised the importance of prioritising mental health in the workplace. Mrs Tinubu stated this in a statement on Thursday. She said this year’s theme: “It’s Time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace,” is a timely call … Read more

General Knowledge Quiz: Preparing for exams? solve these questions to stay ahead | Competitive Exams

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General Knowledge Quiz: Preparing for exams? solve these questions to stay ahead | Competitive Exams

Sep 07, 2024 11:21 AM IST Students appearing for competitive exams like UPSC CSE, SSC, etc., have to ensure that their preparation covers all the topics, such as general knowledge Students appearing for competitive exams like UPSC CSE, SSC, etc., have to ensure that their preparation covers all the topics, such as general knowledge. It … Read more

Tornado database from Environment Canada archives offers new twist on storm chasing

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Tornado database from Environment Canada archives offers new twist on storm chasing

A trove of documents detailing more than two centuries of tornado events in Canada is now available to anyone with an internet connection. The files were housed in Environment Canada’s archives, and have been digitized and posted online as part of a multi-year project spearheaded by the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) at Western University in … Read more

Cruel to squash snouts of breeds like pugs: PETA | India News

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Cruel to squash snouts of breeds like pugs: PETA | India News

MUMBAI: Ahead of World Plastic Surgery Day (15 July), PETA India said it was launching an appeal to remind everyone that while humans may have a choice when it comes to the shape of their nose, pet dog breeds like Pugs and other flat-faced dogs don’t. PETA said they are intentionally and cruelly bred to … Read more

Underwater gardeners work to restore B.C.’s crucial kelp forests

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Underwater gardeners work to restore B.C.’s crucial kelp forests

In the chilly waters of Vancouver Island’s Barkley Sound, gardeners are at work on the sea floor. They are scientists from the University of Victoria (UVic) who are trying to regrow kelp forests, a crucial part of the marine habitat, amid threats from heat waves, climate change and voracious sea urchins. Julia Baum, a UVic … Read more

Michael J. Fox joins Coldplay on stage for ‘mind blowing’ Glastonbury performance

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Michael J. Fox joins Coldplay on stage for ‘mind blowing’ Glastonbury performance

Canadian actor Michael J. Fox joined Coldplay on stage for an emotional performance at England’s Glastonbury Festival Saturday. The Back to the Future star, who lives with Parkinson’s disease, came out on stage in a wheelchair and joined on guitar for the British band’s hits Humankind and Fix You. A sea of fans sang along. “The main reason … Read more

Children get stroke; although curable, lack of awareness endangers their lives: Experts

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Children get stroke; although curable, lack of awareness endangers their lives: Experts

BENGALURU: The lack of awareness when it comes to paediatric stroke is so low and people are often stunned to hear that children can get stroke. Actors like Amitabh Bachchan need to talk about it to create awareness, said Dr Nirmal Surya, president of Indian Stroke Association (ISA) on Saturday.Speaking at a press conference after … Read more