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Kashmir's apple farmers face a grave health crisis as studies reveal a strong link between pesticide exposure and malignant brain tumors. Decades of unchecked spraying, often exceeding recommended limits, have led to alarming incidences of cancer in fruit-growing districts. Lawmakers are now demanding urgent action to protect these vital workers.

It claimed that 35 cases of jaundice had been reported out of over 17,000 students. Several students, however, have alleged that the University authorities had asked many who showed symptoms to go home

Employers and workers can register through Shram Suvidha, ESIC or MCA portals by December 31, says ESIC State Regional Director Malla Rama Rao

Ladakh's campaign for statehood and Sixth Schedule status intensified as the Leh Apex Body presented its draft proposal. While proponents advocate for greater autonomy, concerns were raised about the region's financial viability as a state. The draft also seeks amnesty for protesters and constitutional safeguards.

14 major industrial proposals with investments exceeding ₹15,000 crore in SEZs, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, MSMEs, renewable energy, and agro-processing get Cabinet nod

The Cabinet clears draft of A.P. Prisons and Correctional Services Act, 2025 intended to replace the outdated Central laws of 1894 with a modern correctional framework

Over 43,800 devotees visit the temple on the first day, while 5,618 devotees tonsure their heads; mobile app to share detailed information about the 9 km Giripradakshina route

Ratan Tata Innovation Hub has partnered with A.P. VFX, Animation, Gaming Association to offer hands-on learning, industry exposure, and startup pathways for students and creators, says its CEO

Self-defence training has been imparted to students in 12,873 schools and 1,315 colleges in the State, says Harish Kumar Gupta VIJAYAWADA

The Election Commission has revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in five states and a Union Territory following requests from chief electoral officers. New deadlines for submitting enumeration forms and publishing draft electoral rolls have been set, with the final rolls to be published in February 2026.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to inaugurate the sixth edition of Kochi-Muziris Biennale, themed ‘For the Time Being’, on December 12; event to showcase works of 66 artists from 25 countries

Karnataka’s hate crimes bill is a threat to free speech

India's clean energy journey received a significant boost as Union minister Pralhad Joshi launched a pilot project for hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) in the mobility sector. An MoU between NISE and Toyota Kirloskar Motor will facilitate field trials of the Toyota Mirai, aiming to assess its performance across diverse Indian conditions and pave the way for wider adoption.

NHPC is seeking an NOC from the environment ministry to use Subansiri Lower project assets for future debt financing without offering forest land as collateral. This clarification follows reports of the ministry rejecting a proposal, stating it was not tenable under the Forest Conservation Act.