4,880 doctor positions vacant in state, health minister tells House

Odisha faces a healthcare challenge with 4,880 doctor positions vacant out of 15,774 sanctioned, as revealed by health minister Mukesh Mahaling. Mayurbhanj, Ganjam, and Cuttack districts are the most affected. The state’s doctor-to-population ratio is currently 1:1,735, falling short of WHO norms. The government plans to address the shortage through recruitment, promotions, contractual engagements, and…

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Over 30 Massachusetts colleges now offer free tuition: Here’s why more universities are scrapping tuition fees

Over 30 colleges and universities in Massachusetts are now offering free tuition to eligible students, based on household income, residency, or other criteria. This includes both public and private institutions such as Harvard, MIT, and the UMass system. Programmes are funded through state initiatives like MassGrant Plus and aim to improve access amid rising costs…

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IMD forecasts two-day relief from rainfall in Bihar

Patna’s Dussehra celebrations are expected to proceed smoothly for the next two days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting no rain. However, the weather is predicted to change around September 29, bringing increased rainfall and thunderstorms. Heavy rain is also expected in several districts on Thursday, with maximum temperatures likely to rise slightly in…

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