Low midday meal coverage: Govt seeks reports from Bihar, MP
In case of Madhya Pradesh, the PAB observed that the state government covered 68.78% of the enrolled students at primary and 68.86% at upper primary level in 2022-23. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesCan Donald Trump be stopped? That and more key questions heading into the New Hampshire primary
A Haley victory would usher in a more competitive phase of a primary that Trump has so far dominated. A Trump win, however, could create a sense of inevitability around the prospect that he could become the GOP nominee for the third consecutive time. Key Points
Economic TimesResearchers find new diagnostic algorithm to differentiate between Alzheimer's disease, primary tauopathies
Munchen [Germany], September 13 (ANI): It is now simpler to differentiate between primary tauopathy and Alzheimer’s thanks to a novel biomarker. Patients with illnesses so uncommon and specialised that private practice doctors seldom ever hear of them frequently present themselves to academic hospitals. One example are primary 4-repeat tauopathies. These are conditions mainly linked to […] Key Points
ThePrintREET Result 2022: RSMSSB Teacher final candidates lists out, links here
REET Result 2022: L1 and L2 selected candidates list out for various subjects. Check results below. Key Points
Hindustan TimesFinland school shooting: Three children injured as 12-year-old opens fire
Three children were injured in a shooting at Viertola primary school in Finland. The school had around 800 students. The victims have been taken to the hospital. Key Points
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Delhi Air Pollution: primary schools to stay closed till Nov 10; seniors to study online
Observing the worsening situation of Delhi's air quality, the state government on Sunday announced that primary schools will stay shut till November 10. Students from grades 6-12 may shift their classes online. Key Points
Economic TimesWashington, D.C. Republican primary: Nikki Haley’s best chance to score win against Donald Trump in today’s face off
Presidential contenders Donald Trump and Nikki Haley will face off in the Washington, D.C., Republican primary on Sunday, a small-stakes contest that could be one of Haley's best shots to score a win over the former president Key Points
mintNeck muscle inflammation primary cause of headache: Study
Chicago [US], December 9 (ANI): Researchers disclosed genuine proof of how the neck muscles are implicated in primary headaches in a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The findings could lead to improved treatments. The distinct underlying causes of primary headaches are still not fully understood. The […] Key Points
ThePrintCommon headaches associated with neck inflammation: Research
Chicago [US], December 3 (ANI): According to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), researchers revealed actual evidence of how the neck muscles are involved in primary headaches. The insights could lead to better treatments. The distinct underlying causes of primary headaches are still not fully understood. […] Key Points
ThePrintCommon headaches linked to neck inflammation: Research
Chicago [US], November 29 (ANI): According to a study presented at the annual conference of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), researchers discovered empirical evidence of how the neck muscles are implicated in primary headaches. The discoveries may lead to better treatments. The distinct underlying causes of primary headaches are still not fully understood. […] Key Points
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'Don’t look all the way down the road': Nikki Haley on beating Donald Trump
Nikki Haley ducked questions about where she might win a primary on Super Tuesday or beyond, saying, “I don’t look all the way down the road.” She has repeatedly refused to comment about long-term plans aside from saying that she will reevaluate after Tuesday. Key Points
India TodayBPSC Teachers Recruitment 2023: Bihar announces over 1 lakh vacancies. Here's how to apply
Bihar government plans to recruit 170,461 teachers for primary, upper primary and secondary schools. The Bihar Public Service Commission has invited applications. Key Points
mintDelhi primary schools to close amidst high pollution levels
Primary schools in India's capital city will remain closed until Nov. 10 due to high pollution levels, a Delhi government minister said in a post on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Key Points
ReutersGovt revises nutritional standards in its food safety schemes for kids
The amendment has been done on the recommendations of an inter-ministerial committee, which, in its draft report, had also recommended that the serving of eggs as part of government food safety programmes be also made mandatory. However, that proposal has been shelved for now. Key Points
The Indian ExpressTrump wins the Missouri caucuses and sweeps Michigan GOP convention as he moves closer to nomination
Former President Donald Trump gained momentum in the GOP nomination race by winning the Missouri caucuses and sweeping delegates in Michigan. His main rival, Nikki Haley, faced challenges, failing to secure a win yet. Despite the upcoming Idaho caucuses, Trump is poised to secure the nomination, with Super Tuesday approaching. Haley's struggle was evident in Missouri, where she won only 37 of 263 votes. Michigan's delegate allocation favored Trump, who won all 39 delegates. Idaho's upcoming caucuses add to the drama of the GOP nomination process. Key Points
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Over 2.5K fail to take admission in DElEd after paying ₹1.34 crore as fees
Due to this apparent indifference on the part of the candidates, the state government has garnered ₹1.34 crore from these candidates, given that the fee is non-refundable, as authorities conceded. Key Points
Hindustan TimesPlastic production threatens 1.5 degrees Celsius limit, new study warns
The study suggests that primary plastic production needs to decrease by around 12 to 17 per cent per year. If the current rate of plastic production continues,... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaState-level committee greenlights Rs 658 crore budget for PM POSHAN scheme
New Delhi [India], Feb 5 (ANI): The State Level Steering-cum-Monitoring Committee for the Mid Day Meal Scheme, now rebranded as PM POSHAN, convened under the leadership of Chief Secretary Sanjeev Kaushal, has approved a budget of Rs 658 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25. The allocation comprises Rs 457.26 crore from the state and Rs […] Key Points
ThePrintISRO's XPoSat: India to launch first polarimetry mission today. 10 points
The PSLV-C58 rocket carrying primary payload XPoSat and 10 other satellites will lift off at 9.10am from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesLet's bring back our friendly local GPs
Dealing with zoonotic (animal-to-human) diseases will require people to behave more responsibly, adhering to mask-wearing, washing hands and isolating when sick. To ensure clean surroundings, individuals, local authorities and governments must work together. The most critical intervention is restoring GPs to their rightful place in the healthcare system. Key Points
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Question for state welfare schemes in India — Keep women at home or make them independent?
Ladli Behna Yojana only monetises women's unpaid labour and does little for their mobility. Govt can do better. Key Points
ThePrintUS presidential polls: Donald Trump, Joe Biden set to sweep Super Tuesday. Can Nikki Haley make a mark?
US presidential polls: Voters across 16 US states and one US territory cast ballots in presidential primaries to mark “Super Tuesday”. What is a Super Tuesday and what's likely to happen? Check out here. Key Points
mint'I like the name because it's a medicinal plant and has many benefits': WHO Director-General on being call
On the EG.5 strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus being recently classified by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as a variant of interest, Ghebreyesus said it is important to continue to remain vigilant. Key Points
Economic TimesSensex, Nifty settle at new closing high levels in first part of special live trading session
The special live trading session will have intra-day switch over from primary Site (PR) to Disaster Recovery (DR) site. Equity benchmark indices Sensex and... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTwo more candidates file papers to run for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania
Two more candidates file papers to run for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania Key Points
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Nikki Haley wins the District of Columbia's Republican primary and gets her first 2024 victory
Despite her early losses, Haley has said she would remain in the race at least through those contests, although she has declined to name any primary she felt confident she would win. Following last week's loss in her home state of South Carolina, Haley remained adamant that voters in the places that followed deserved an alternative to Trump despite his dominance thus far in the campaign. Key Points
Economic TimesEarly trends predict Donald Trump's victory in New Hampshire primary against Nikki Haley
With 26 percent of votes counted, Trump is leading with 53.8 percent votes while Haley trails with 45.5 percent, says The Hill report. Key Points
ThePrintMore playtime outside, limiting online gaming help China fight kids’ sedentary behaviour
Findings are based on surveillance data gathered from more than 7,000 primary and secondary school students. In a world-first, China’s recent laws... Key Points
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