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Mass copying rocks Telangana inter practical exam; examiners debarred
3+ hour, 27+ min ago (210+ words) Telangana Intermediate board has debarred 16 examiners and lab assistants from all future examinations after mass copying and malpractice were reported during intermediate practical exams in private and corporate junior colleges. Hyderabad: Mass copying and malpractice were reported during the intermediate…...
Economic Survey seeks ban on junk food ads during daytime
11+ hour, 16+ min ago (484+ words) The Economic Survey 2025-26 has recommended a 17-hour ban on advertisements promoting ultra-processed food to curb rising childhood obesity. It also proposed higher taxes, stricter food labelling norms and regulatory measures to reduce consumption and protect public health Hyderabad: In a…...
Nearly 32 students fell ill after having lunch in a Govt. school in Khammam
5+ day, 8+ hour ago (200+ words) Around 32 students of a Government Primary School in Khammam fell ill after consuming midday meals on Friday. They were rushed to hospital for treatment and are stable. Parents have demanded strict monitoring of food quality in schools Khammam: In yet…...
Students fall ill after midday meal at Sangareddy school
6+ day, 10+ hour ago (184+ words) Several students of a mandal parishad primary school at Venkatapur in Sangareddy district fell ill after consuming the midday meal on Thursday. At least 17 students were admitted to a government hospital, and an inquiry has been ordered into suspected food…...
Digital addiction fuelling mental health crisis among youth: Economic Survey
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (325+ words) Digital addiction is emerging as a major health challenge among children and youth, worsening mental health outcomes, the Economic Survey 2025-26 said. It flagged rising social media and gaming dependence and outlined measures to promote digital wellness and safer technology use....
Indian Psychiatric Society seeks substance abuse chapter in high school curriculum
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (189+ words) The Indian Psychiatric Society has decided to urged the Centre to include a structured, age-appropriate chapter on substance abuse in Classes IX'XII, citing a worrying rise in early drug use among adolescents Hyderabad: The Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS) during its…...
Next generation must take charge, says Nitin Gadkari
2+ week, 3+ day ago (274+ words) Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Sunday called for the younger generation to take key responsibilities while the older generation steps aside. Speaking in Nagpur, he highlighted the role of Advantage Vidarbha expo in promoting regional industrial growth Nagpur: Union minister…...
Tamil Nadu laptop scheme to benefit 10 lakh college students by Feb end
3+ week, 4+ day ago (397+ words) The Tamil Nadu government's free laptop scheme for college students is gaining momentum, with the first phase set to benefit 10 lakh students by February end. Nearly two lakh laptops have already been distributed, officials said Chennai:The Tamil Nadu government's…...
Commerce Talent Test Conducted for Junior College Students at IIMC College Khairatabad
3+ week, 6+ day ago (164+ words) IIMC College conducted a Commerce Talent Test for junior college students, attracting wide participation, awarding prizes to top performers, and promoting awareness of commerce education across Hyderabad's twin cities Hyderabad: The Indian Institute of Management and Commerce (IIMC College), conducted…...
Instamart and YISU launch skill-based program to train youth for careers in quick commerce
3+ week, 6+ day ago (198+ words) Instamart and YISU partnered to launch a three-month skill-based program training 5,000+ youth in quick commerce operations, preparing them for managerial roles and leadership in dark store and last-mile logistics Hyderabad: Instamart and Young India Skills University (YISU) signed a MoU…...