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With bullying — both online and offline — and academic pressure mounting, young people in the country are more vulnerable than ever

Following the Indian government’s ban on real-money online gaming, Mobile Premier League (MPL) is laying off 60% of its Indian workforce, impacting around 300 employees. This decision comes after the ban on paid games like fantasy cricket and rummy. MPL plans to shift its focus to free-to-play games and expand into international markets like the…

Residents’ prior warnings about flammable materials used in renovations at Wang Fuk Court were ignored, contributing to a devastating fire that claimed at least 128 lives. The blaze rapidly spread due to the materials and malfunctioning fire alarms, leading to arrests for manslaughter and corruption as Hong Kong mourns and calls for stronger safety oversight.

Jammu’s Directorate of School Education ordered all government and private schools closed for two days, from October 5 to October 7, due to heavy rain forecasts. Director Naseem Javaid Chowdhary confirmed the decision. Additionally, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board temporarily suspended its pilgrimage during the same period, citing the Met office advisory.

Villagers from Sukma and Bastar, Chhattisgarh, who are victims of Naxal violence, have appealed to Members of Parliament not to support B Sudershan Reddy for Vice-President. They criticize his past order against the Salwa Judum movement, claiming it emboldened insurgents. BJP leaders also question Reddy’s alleged leniency towards Maoism, raising concerns about his suitability for…

A new bee species, Megachile Lucifer, has been discovered in Australia, distinguished by tiny, devil-like horns on the female’s face. This discovery highlights the island’s hidden biodiversity and the critical role native pollinators play in sustaining endangered plants and ecosystems, which are themselves under threat from habitat loss and climate change.

India’s women boxers spearheaded a dominant performance at the World Boxing Cup Finals, securing seven gold medals. Reigning world champions Minakshi Hooda and Jaismine Lamboria, alongside Nikhat Zareen, led the charge. Men’s boxers Hitesh Gulia and Sachin Siwach also clinched gold, contributing to India’s impressive haul of nine gold, six silver, and five bronze medals.

Rosie Swale-Pope, MBE, is a British author and adventurer renowned for her extraordinary feats, including a five-year run around the world that raised £250,000 for orphaned children. Her life is a testament to resilience, marked by solo sailing, long-distance treks, and numerous marathons, all driven by a commitment to helping others.

Starting the day with the wrong foods can upset your stomach. Dr. Shubham Vatsya suggests avoiding citrus fruits, black coffee, and spicy foods first thing. These can cause acidity, heartburn, and digestive issues. Citrus fruits irritate the stomach lining. Black coffee releases stomach acid and increases cortisol. Spicy foods stimulate the digestive system aggressively.