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Large brain of foetus could be hint of severe autism: Study

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Large brain of foetus could be hint of severe autism: Study

NEW DELHI: Unusually higher levels of grey matter in foetuses during the first trimester of pregnancy could signal severe autism, marked by lifelong difficulties in social and cognitive skills and possibly not being able to speak, according to a new study. Researchers said that the biological basis differentiating mild and severe (or profound) autism in … Read more

SC rejects plea for termination of over 27-week pregnancy, says foetus has fundamental right to live

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SC rejects plea for termination of over 27-week pregnancy, says foetus has fundamental right to live

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a plea of a 20-year-old unmarried woman seeking termination of her over 27-week pregnancy, saying the foetus in the womb also has a fundamental right to live. A bench headed by Justice B R Gavai passed the order while hearing the woman’s plea challenging the Delhi High … Read more