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Delhi government is considering an overhaul of the Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate issuing system as the existing centres are old with many shortcomings Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on December 17, amid the ongoing pollution crisis in the national capital.

Problematic pornography use among Indian adults is closely associated with psychological distress, with anxiety and stress emerging as key predictors, according to a recent study by researchers from NIMHANS

Town development plan for Simhastha Kumbh infrastructure withdrawn after opposition from farmer bodies

Lok Sabha begins discussion on the Bill; NDA allies support the Bill, though TDP pointed out that a fund-starved State like Andhra Pradesh will need additional support

Chennai's vulnerability to floods was highlighted again as heavy rains submerged parts of the city, causing damage and disruption. Despite significant investment in stormwater drains, experts warn that encroachments on canals and rivers, along with desilting issues, continue to impede water flow, leaving the city at risk.

The BJP said that the Congress was attempting to humiliate India and the Army on international platforms under pressure

They are demanding timely release of benefits and incentives

During the debate in Rajya Sabha, the Opposition demanded the Bill should be sent to a select committee of Parliament given the far-reaching impact it has on the insurance sector

Sessions Court upholds his 2-year sentence in 1995 housing scam case; Ajit Pawar given charge of Sports, Youth Welfare, Minorities, Aukaf

Congress protests SHANTI Bill which removes clause holding equipment supplier responsible for failure, questions its timing and interest shown by a ‘conglomerate house’; Centre defends the Bill

‘It is my duty as a citizen to develop the scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform, promoting rational thinking, compassion, and progress, rather than blind faith or superstition,’ the Congress leader said, defending his earlier remarks