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Kerala orders probe into engineer suicide, graft in road project under Gyanesh Kumar

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has ordered a Vigilance probe into corruption allegations related to the KSTP road project and the 2006 suicide of Malaysian contractor Lee See Been. The probe targets the period when Gyanesh Kumar was PWD secretary. The investigation follows a complaint by KPCC leader Malayinkeezhu Venugopal amid protests over Kumar's role in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Deccan Herald··Thiruvananthapuram

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World

Railway Employee Dies in Accident; Mother to Receive ₹38 Lakh Compensation

A railway employee lost her life in an accident involving a minor driver. The deceased's mother will receive compensation of ₹38 lakh. The incident occurred in Thane, highlighting the legal and financial consequences of allowing a minor to drive a vehicle.

Amar Ujala··Thane

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Business

Nifty Faces Longest Losing Streak in 25 Years, Analysts Advise Caution

Nifty is experiencing its longest weekly losing streak in 25 years, trading below its 200-week moving average. Analysts highlight the 22,600 level as crucial, warning that further declines are possible if the index does not decisively reclaim this level. Investors are advised to exercise caution amid this downturn.

ET Markets·

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Politics

Japan Protests After US Marine Accused of Killing Woman in Okinawa

The Japanese government lodged a rare protest against the United States after a US Marine, Devin J. Ballard, was arrested for the robbery and killing of Anna Yagi, 39, in Naha, Okinawa. Ballard, a 20-year-old lance corporal with the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Force, is held by local authorities. The incident has reignited tensions over the US military presence in Okinawa, home to about 30,000 US personnel. Japan's foreign ministry filed a grievance with the US Embassy, which pledged cooperation and condolences to the victim's family.

Deccan Herald··Naha

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Health

Health Wrap Episode 53 Covers Cancer Drug Pricing and Dengue Forecasting

The 53rd episode of The Health Wrap by The Hindu features Zubeda Hamid and Athira Elssa Johnson discussing cancer drug pricing, medicine misuse, and dengue surveillance in Kerala. The Supreme Court criticized the large price gap between supply and retail prices of essential cancer drugs, calling it "broad daylight dacoity." The episode also addresses hospital pharmacy practices, generic prescriptions, and drug price control implementation.

Hindu Health··Kerala

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Health

Neurologist Debunks Brain Health Myths on Sleep and Stress

Dr. Faye Begeti, a neurologist and neuroscientist, explained how brain health is influenced by daily habits such as sleep, stress, exercise, and alcohol consumption. In a January 13, 2025 podcast, she highlighted that chronic stress disrupts cortisol levels and affects brain areas like the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex, impacting memory and concentration.

HT Health·

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