How to get your kids ready to go back to school without stress - 5 tips from an experienced school counsellor
Indiana, August 9 The shift from summer vacation to going back to school can be tough for children and their families. Beyond adjusting to new routines, the transition requires handling a mix of emotions. While some kids might feel excited... Key Points
The TribuneAssam news: 4-year-old child killed as boat capsises, over 50,000 affected by thunderstorm
A thunderstorm in Assam caused four deaths and affected over 50,000 people, leading to uprooted trees, damaged houses, and a capsized boat with casualties. Search and rescue operations are ongoing with assistance from SDRF and NDRF teams. Key Points
mintNCPCR seeks action against app for distributing obscene content
The National Commission for Protection of child Rights has raised concerns about an app disseminating explicit and objectionable material targeted at children. The app violates Section 11 of the POCSO Act and Section 13 of the CPCR Act. NCPCR urges investigation and implementation of mandatory KYC. Key Points
Economic TimesTeaching kids about money: 7 valuable lessons for parents
Financial Literacy News: Teaching the importance of money to kids is crucial for their financial literacy. Starting early instills valuable lessons about budgeting, saving, and responsible spending. Learn 7 valuable lessons for parents on how to teach kids about money. Key Points
Times Of India'Till Himanta Biswa Sarma is alive...': Assam CM firm on child marriage ban, slams Muslim Marriages Act
Sarma challenges opposition leaders saying he will end child marriage by 2026. Government will resume drive against social evil after the Lok Sabha polls, he adds. Key Points
ThePrint
Ohio mother goes for vacation leaving baby at home, child dies
A 16-month-old child died in Ohio after her mother allegedly left her alone in her house and went on a vacation. The accused woman is now facing the possibility of a life sentence. Key Points
India TodayStudy decodes how birth weight is linked with heart disease in adulthood
Researchers found that birth weight is linked to heart disease in adults due to risk genes shared by mothers and... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaMaldives’ Muizzu faces flak for not using Indian Dornier to airlift 13-yr-old who suffered stroke
The 13-yr-old had suffered a stroke. Maldivian opposition leaders are criticising President Muizzu for not using Dornier aircraft given by India, to airlift child to Malé. Key Points
ThePrintBengaluru CEO Suchana Seth likely preplanned 4-yr-old son's murder, key evidence found: Goa Police
Goa police have found evidence suggesting that Suchana Seth, CEO of a startup, may have pre-planned the murder of her four-year-old son. The child was reportedly smothered to death and the body was found in neighbouring Karnataka. Key Points
Business Today12 of 26 girls missing from Bhopal shelter home located, 2 officials suspended
Twelve out of the 26 girls who went missing from an illegally-run children's home in Bhopal have been located by the police. Further, action was also taken against officers concerned with the matter over their alleged negligence. Key Points
India Today
First Act director Deepa Bhatia: ‘Nothing should come at the cost of childhood’
First Act allows viewers to rethink on how child actors are treated in the industry. Deepa Bhatia says the onus lies on the industry and parents equally. | Web Series Key Points
Hindustan TimesEU lawmakers back rules forcing Big Tech to tackle child pornography
EU lawmakers agreed on Wednesday to draft rules requiring Alphabet's (GOOGL.O) Google, Meta (META.O) and other online services to identify and remove online child pornography, saying that end-to-end encryption would not be affected. Key Points
ReutersMadhya Pradesh: Infant branded 40 times with hot Iron rod as cure for illness
The boy is now being treated at a local hospital in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol and his condition is fine. A probe has been ordered into the matter. Key Points
India Today2 child rescue acts in 3 months: New Childline slowly beginning to make an impression in UP
Three children rescued from beggary with the help of Childline rescue workers. The Childline helpline has faced coordination issues since being handed over to the UP Police Emergency 112. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAl Pacino ordered to shell out $30,000 monthly for child support to girlfriend
Godfather actor Al Pacino will have to spend a handsome amount of money monthly and yearly for child support to his girlfriend Noor Alfallah. Read more about the same below. Key Points
Hindustan Times
India ranks 111th of 125 on Global Hunger Index. What it means & why govt says it's ‘erroneous’
Report shows India has highest 'child-wasting rates', indicating acute undernutrition, for 2nd year. Expert says govt 'should focus on reducing malnutrition' despite its issues with findings. Key Points
ThePrintLaw panel recommends against bringing down age of consent under POCSO, cites child abuse, trafficking
Commission suggests giving judiciary discretion to hand out reduced sentences. This comes when courts have been delivering conflicting rulings on sexual relationships involving minors. Key Points
ThePrintHow to future-proof your special needs child in your absence
“It is very important that all of your money for your medium and long term investments are thought of from an inflation beating standpoint. Even for a family with special needs children, I would say that from an inflation beating perspective, do look at equity apart from some of the debt instruments that you are looking at and diversify into other instruments like gold and real estate.” Key Points
Economic Times2-year-old stops breathing on Delhi-bound Vistara flight. Here's what happened next
A two-year-old stopped breathing on a Bangalore to Delhi Vistara flight, after which it was diverted to Nagpur. Five doctors from AIIMS Delhi, also onboard the flight, stepped in to help the child. Here's what happened next. Key Points
India Today‘Sound of Freedom’: Anti-Child trafficking film’s investor arrested for child kidnapping after box office
Anti-child trafficking movie Sound of Freedom has gained immense box office success, but an investor, Fabian Marta, has been arrested for child kidnapping. Directed by Alejandro Monteverde, the film portrays Tim Ballard, played by Jim Caviezel, dismantling a child trafficking ring. Marta, credited for supporting the movie, now faces possible prison time if convicted. Key Points
Economic Times
World Day Against child Labour 2023: Date, theme, history, significance and all you need to know
World Day Against child Labour falls on June 12. Know about this year's theme, history and significance of the day and more inside. Key Points
Hindustan Timeschild Labour Day: Rehab funds worth crores collecting dust with govt dept for nearly 27 years: RTI
Disbursements to rescued children are being made only in select districts in U.P. and that too, at irregular intervals since 1996. Key Points
Hindustan Times‘Was once normal for girls to deliver child before turning 17…’: Gujarat HC hears rape survivor's abortion plea
A judge of the Gujarat High Court remarked on Wednesday that it was once normal for girls to marry and have a child before 17. The assertion came while the HC was hearing a minor rape survivor's plea for permission to terminate her pregnancy. Key Points
mintSelling Sunset star Bre Tiesi says no to Nick Cannon’s child support, but he still has to pay. Here’s why
Bre Tiesi claimed during an episode of Selling Sunset that Nick Cannon didn't have to pay her child support. But her lawyer begs to differ. Key Points
Economic TimesMindful parenting: 6 ways to teach mindfulness and emotional resilience to kids
Empower your child with mindfulness and emotional resilience. Discover six effective ways to foster these essential skills for a balanced and fulfilling life. Key Points
Hindustan Times
This child's batting skills have impressed Amitabh Bachchan
A child's batting skills have left actor Amitabh Bachchan stunned. He shared a video of the child on his social media and praised them. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesSame-sex marriage: Indian laws permit individual to adopt child, says SC
Indian laws permit adoption of children by individuals, regardless of their marital status, according to the Supreme Court. The court is considering legal recognition of same-sex marriages and was told by child rights organisation, the National Commission for Protection of child Rights, that while the concept of gender is fluid, motherhood is not. Key Points
Economic TimesUS couple arrested for forcefully tattooing minor children, cutting skin to remove ink
The couple tried to evade arrest by attempting to forcefully remove tattoos by scrubbing and cutting the areas. They also applied lemon juice over the areas. Key Points
India TodayMother of boy who shot teacher in Virginia arrested over child neglect, failing to secure gun
A mother of a six-year-old, who shot and injured his teacher, has been arrested in Virginia. She has been charged with felony child neglect and a misdemeanour charge of endangering a child by reckless storage of a firearm. Key Points
India TodayIs lazy parenting beneficial for kids? 10 tips to ace it
Know from experts what lazy parenting is and how is it different from uninvolved parenting. Here's how parents can ace it. Key Points
Hindustan Times
Should you put your inner child to bed? Life Hacks by Charles Assisi
Unresolved issues can prompt impulsive and destructive behaviours. It takes effort to let go of the fear that the world will not provide what we need. Key Points
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