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President Droupadi Murmu Calls Compassion the Core of Modern Medicine at AIIMS Nagpur Convocation

Nagpur April 15 2026: The President of India Droupadi Murmu addressed the convocation ceremony of AIIMS Nagpur in Maharashtra on Wednesday and emphasized that compassion and integrity must remain central to the medical profession even as technology rapidly transforms healthcare. Speaking to graduating students, she said that doctors play a vital role not only in…

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Kannur Student Death Sparks Questions Over Treatment, Family Alleges Harassment

The death of a first-year dental student in Kerala’s Kannur has triggered serious concerns, with the family alleging lapses in medical treatment and harassment by college authorities. The student, Nithin Raj R L, was found critically injured near a college building on April 10 and later died during treatment. The incident is being treated as…

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Gorakhpur Cyclist Divya Singh Creates History by Reaching Everest Base Camp on Bicycle

Gorakhpur, April 15, 2026: Cyclist Divya Singh from Gorakhpur has created history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach Mount Everest Base Camp on a bicycle, marking a remarkable achievement in adventure sports.Divya Singh completed the challenging journey through the rugged Himalayan terrain, navigating steep climbs, harsh weather conditions and high altitude routes to…

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Man Pleads Guilty in Attack on Indo-Canadian Journalist in Calgary

A 29-year-old man has admitted guilt in a Canadian court for assaulting an Indo-Canadian journalist in a case that drew attention within the community. The accused, Dilpreet Singh, pleaded guilty to causing bodily harm to Rishi Kumar, a news director at Red FM Calgary. The plea was recorded in a court in Calgary, Canada. According…

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Italy-Israel Tensions Escalate After Controversial L’Espresso Cover

A growing diplomatic rift between Italy and Israel has intensified following a controversial magazine cover and recent policy decisions by Rome. The April 10 issue of L’Espresso sparked outrage in Israel after featuring an image of an armed Israeli settler filming a Palestinian woman during a raid in the occupied West Bank. The publication used…

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Avoid These 3 Vegetables Raw: Fortis Doctor Warns of Gut Infection Risks

While raw salads are often seen as the gold standard of healthy eating, not all vegetables are safe to consume uncooked. According to Dr Shubham Vatsya from Fortis Hospital Vasant Kunj, some vegetables can carry harmful microbes or compounds that may lead to digestive discomfort if eaten raw. The specialist explains that vegetables grown in…

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Erika Kirk Skips TPUSA Event Amid ‘Death Threat’ Claims, Row Erupts with Candace Owens

Fresh controversy has surfaced after Erika Kirk did not attend a recent event organised by Turning Point USA in Georgia, with claims circulating that she stayed away due to serious security threats. The event, which featured US Vice President JD Vance, was held at the Akins Ford Arena near the University of Georgia. Organisers indicated…

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Tom Cruise Unrecognisable in ‘Digger’, Earns Standing Ovation for Bold New Avatar

In a surprising shift from his usual on-screen persona, Tom Cruise has taken on one of the most unconventional roles of his career in Digger, directed by Alejandro Iñárritu. The first glimpse of the film, unveiled at CinemaCon, left audiences stunned as Cruise appeared almost unrecognisable. Sporting thinning grey hair, a balding look, and a…

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Delhi Launches ‘Safe School Campaign’ to Boost Fire Safety Awareness Across Capital

New Delhi, April 15, 2026: The Delhi Government has initiated a major fire safety awareness drive with the launch of the ‘Safe School Campaign’, aimed at strengthening safety standards in schools and hospitals across the national capital. The campaign was virtually launched by Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood as part of the observance of Fire…

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Mumbai Concert Turns Deadly: 2 Students Die, Drug Supplier Among 6 Arrested

A night of music turned tragic in Mumbai after two college students lost their lives following alleged drug consumption at a concert held at the NESCO Exhibition Centre. Police have arrested six individuals, including a suspected drug supplier, in connection with the case. The victims, identified as students of Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies,…

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