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Asha Kirana Enables 14 Million Eye Screenings, 2.5 Lakh Cataract Surgeries

A WHO report released with Karnataka government and OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation highlights the Asha Kirana model integrating eye care into public health. Since 2022, 14 million eye screenings, 4.5 lakh free spectacles, and over 2.5 lakh cataract surgeries were conducted across eight districts. Karnataka institutionalized 393 vision centres linked to surgical centres to combat avoidable blindness.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Politics

Supreme Court to Hear Centre's Plea Against Jharkhand DGP Appointments

The Supreme Court will hear the Union government's plea challenging Jharkhand's appointment of Directors General of Police (DGPs), including Tadasha Mishra, alleging violation of Supreme Court guidelines. The Centre seeks a declaration that Jharkhand's 2025 police appointment regulation violates the 2006 Prakash Singh judgment, which mandates transparent DGP appointments and a minimum two-year tenure for senior police officers.

The Hindu··New Delhi

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Business

Burhanpur Farmer Ajay Boosts Income with Mixed Farming

Ajay Prajapati, a young farmer from Burhanpur, transformed his farming approach by adopting mixed farming on his 10-acre land. Growing crops like banana, cotton, sugarcane, maize, chickpea, and soybean along with seasonal vegetables, he reduced risks and increased income. Inspired by friends, Ajay expanded from 6 to 10 acres over five years, ensuring year-round production and better financial stability.

News18Hi Business··Burhanpur

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Politics

DK Shivakumar Opposes KPCC Proposal for Political Affairs Committee

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has opposed KPCC president BK Hariprasad's proposal to form a Political Affairs Committee (PAC) aimed at improving coordination between the Congress party and the state government. The PAC, supported by Hariprasad and former CM Siddaramaiah, was proposed to address issues like the Bidadi AI City project and to involve wider consultation on major decisions. The committee would be chaired by Congress general secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, with Hariprasad as convenor and include senior leaders and ministers.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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World

Three killed, 36 injured in attacks on two Saudi airports

Three people were killed and 36 wounded in attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport and Abha International Airport, according to Saudi authorities. Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for firing on both airports. In response, the Saudi-led coalition struck 82 Houthi targets.

Firstpost World·

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Science

Elon Musk and Tech Leaders to Receive Top US Science Medal

President Donald Trump will award Elon Musk, Google co-founder Sergei Brin, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, and AMD chief Lisa Su the National Medal of Science at the "Science: A New Golden Age" summit. Michael Dell and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will receive the National Medal of Technology and Innovation. The awards recognize their contributions to science and technology, highlighting America's leadership in innovation.

HT World·

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