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HealthPhoto: TOI WorldThe Paul E. Farmer Maternal Center of Excellence opened in Sierra Leone to improve maternal and newborn healthcare access. On its first day, the centre treated 27 patients and facilitated 13 births. It aims to reduce maternal mortality and strengthen the local health system by raising care standards. Author John Green helped fund this facility.
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PoliticsPhoto: Firstpost BusinessNearly half of UK voters now support rejoining the European Union. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering closer ties with the EU due to growing concerns about Brexit's economic impact and shifting public opinion. This marks a potential shift in Britain's approach to its relationship with the EU amid ongoing debates.
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WorldPhoto: News18A viral claim that Durga Puja began in Mithila, Bihar, not Bengal, has sparked online debate. Some cite Mithila's ancient Shakti worship, while others reference medieval Bengali texts and historical records of large celebrations. Historical evidence shows Durga worship has roots in multiple regions, with the festival's elaborate form evolving through interconnected regional histories. The debate also highlights Bihar's administrative history before 1912.
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BusinessPhoto: Mint CompaniesRajasthan's pollution control board revoked Carlsberg India's operating consent for its Alwar brewery due to particulate emissions nearly eight times above the permitted limit. The closure order follows insufficient pollution-monitoring data submission by the brewery. Supplies to Rajasthan may be affected but impact is expected to be limited as closure comes after peak summer. The move coincides with Carlsberg India's $700 million IPO plans.
Mint Companies··Alwar
PoliticsPhoto: Aaj TakRavinder, also known as Govinda, who was involved in a viral video of a clash during the CJP protest in Delhi, has been released from Hindu Jail. The Hindu Raksha Dal welcomed him with flower garlands. Ravinder claimed his car was surrounded, and he was verbally abused and attacked. Earlier, Delhi Police arrested four people following the viral video of the clash.
Aaj Tak··Delhi
PoliticsPhoto: Amar UjalaDeepak expressed outrage over the arrest of CJP activists who hoisted the Tricolour flag. He questioned whether hoisting the national flag is a crime and warned that the agitation will become more intense as a result of these arrests.
Amar Ujala·
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Photo: TOI WorldThe Paul E. Farmer Maternal Center of Excellence opened in Sierra Leone to improve maternal and newborn healthcare access. On its first day, the centre treated 27 patients and facilitated 13 births. It aims to reduce maternal mortality and strengthen the local health system by raising care standards. Author John Green helped fund this facility.
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