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  Explained | What are the rules and regulations related to organ transplant?

  December 06, 2023 15:41 IST

  Organ transplant is a medical procedure under which the damaged organs of a patient are replaced with donor organs and the patient's life can be saved. Organ transplant cases are continuously increasing in the country and thousands of patients have availed medical facilities.

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  Indian Navy Day: All you need to know about its significance, how it is celebrated

  December 04, 2023 13:57 IST

  Indian Navy Day is celebrated every year with different themes. This year's theme is 'Operational Efficiency, Readiness, and Mission Accomplishment in the Maritime Domain'. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in the Navy Day programme at Sindhudurg in Maharashtra today.

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  Nagaland statehood day: All you need to know about ‘land of festivals’

  December 01, 2023 14:16 IST

  Nagaland is one of the eight north eastern states and is located on India’s farthest east side. It was formally inaugurated on December 1, 1963, as the 16th state of the Indian Union. President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people of the state on statehood day.

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  Henry Kissinger dies: How the controversial foreign policy figure failed to 'scare' India in 1971

  November 30, 2023 15:40 IST

  Kissinger and Nixon did not hide their dislike of India and its leaders, even calling ex-PM Indira Gandhi a "b**ch* and accusing her of "starting a war" before the 1971 conflict. Kissinger attempted to scare India during the 1971 India-Pakistan war by convincing the Chinese to intervene.

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  Uttarakashi tunnel collapse: What went wrong with 41 workers who got trapped inside Sikyara tunnel?

  November 28, 2023 18:12 IST

  A collapse on November 12 led to the crisis, sparking theories of a landslide or construction-related blast. Despite controversies surrounding potential safety lapses, the rescue operation is nearing success, prompting a closer examination of project safety measures and environmental considerations.

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  What is 'Rythu Bandhu scheme' and why did EC stop Telangana govt's project? EXPLAINED

  November 27, 2023 19:29 IST

  Under the 'Rythu Bandhu scheme', the farmers in Telangana get Rs 5,000 each per season, with a total of Rs 10,000 per acre annually. The EC put the scheme on pause after a state minister violated the code of conduct by announcing the disbursements to farmers.

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  EXPLAINED | What is IPL Trade Window? What are the rules? All you need to know

  November 25, 2023 14:10 IST

  The 10 franchises have to submit a retention list of players ahead of the IPL auctions by November 26. Some of them are currently involved in a trade market. What is the IPL trade window? Here is all you need to know about it.

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  Explained | Why does Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu want Indian security personnel out?

  November 24, 2023 10:28 IST

  Muizzu formally requested India to withdraw its military personnel from the country during a meeting with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. India and the Maldives agreed to discuss 'workable solutions' to continue the use of Indian military platforms, said government sources.

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  Explained | What is China's stance on Israel-Palestine conflict and what does it want?

  November 22, 2023 21:49 IST

  Since the war broke out, China has been repeatedly calling for an immediate ceasefire and even offered to mediate peace talks based on the 'two-state solution'. Moreover, China has refrained from condemning the Hamas attack and doesn't consider it a terrorist organisation.

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  Israel, Hamas agree to temporary ceasefire in exchange for 50 hostages. What does it mean?

  November 22, 2023 20:07 IST

  Israel has agreed to a short pause in fighting in exchange for the release of 50 hostages, while it will release 150 Palestinian prisoners in return. The heavy bombardment and intense ground operations in Gaza have killed tens and thousands of Palestinians and created a humanitarian crisis.

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  Explained: What is National Herald case in which ED has attached properties worth Rs 752 crore

  November 22, 2023 14:10 IST

  The matter involving the National Herald concerns the alleged misuse of assets over Rs 2,000 crore during an equity transaction. The Congress party has categorically denied all allegations related to the case.

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  What is Halal Certification? Know complete controversy around it | EXPLAINED

  November 21, 2023 16:00 IST

  Entities such as Halal India Private Limited Chennai, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Halal Trust Delhi, Halal Council of India Mumbai, Jamiat Ulama Maharashtra, and others have exploited religious sentiments to boost sales by providing halal certificates to customers of a specific religion. Know about the case

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  IND vs AUS: What went wrong in India's march towards World Cup glory? EXPLAINED

  November 20, 2023 13:08 IST

  IND vs AUS: India's winning streak was brought to an end by Australia in the World Cup 2023 final as the Aussies lifted their 6th World Cup crown. The Indians fought hard but ended up as runners-up for the second time. What went wrong for India in a tournament they were bossing?

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  What happens if IND vs AUS final gets tied? Will boundary count come into picture? Explained

  November 18, 2023 14:41 IST

  World Cup: India and Australia will take on each other in the final of World Cup 2023. While India defeated New Zealand in the first semifinal, the Aussies got the better of South Africa in the second semifinal. But what if the IND vs AUS final ends in a tie?

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  'Cheerleader' Kohli goes a step ahead of Master in endless addition of new chapters in ODI textbook

  November 17, 2023 10:05 IST

  Virat Kohli is rewriting ODI history. Sachin Tendulkar was up on his feet seeing Kohli breeze past his 49 ODI century record as the white-ball myth continued to tear up the ODI cricket pages and add new ones as he now has 50 hundreds, yes you read that right - half-century of tons in one-dayers.

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  Lung Cancer Awareness Month: 5 risk factors that cause the deadly disease | EXPLAINED

  November 16, 2023 18:31 IST

  As we observe Lung Cancer Awareness Month, let us remember that this disease does not discriminate and can affect anyone. By understanding the various risk factors and taking proactive steps towards prevention, we can work towards reducing the impact of lung cancer on individuals worldwide.

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  EXPLAINED | What is artificial rain? How effective is it in dealing with pollution?

  November 09, 2023 16:57 IST

  The air quality in Delhi and its suburbs continued to remain in the severe category, with smoke from post-harvest paddy straw burning in neighbouring states accounting for one-third of the air pollution in the national capital. Will artificial rain work?

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  Uttarakhand Diwas 2023: Facts, history, significance and all you need to know about it

  November 09, 2023 14:35 IST

  Uttarakhand Diwas 2023: Uttarakhand is a state in north India that was formed in 2000. The state is home to religious sites, trekking attractions, stunning natural scenery, and a rich cultural legacy.

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  How is Iran-backed Hezbollah dragging Lebanon into Israel-Hamas war? Explained

  November 08, 2023 19:10 IST

  Hezbollah is one of Israel's most powerful foes in the Middle East with a sizeable military arsenal. The conflict between the two stretch back to 1982 when Israel occupied southern Lebanon, and the Israeli troops withdrew in 2000.

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  How dangerous is Deepfake? All you need to know

  November 06, 2023 16:47 IST

  Deepfake is the latest technology used by cybercriminals to use it for swiping faces of the people, especially in explicit images or videos. This technology is dangerous and here is everything you need to know about it.

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  The Great Smog: Can Delhi take cue from London to battle the heath crisis | EXPLAINED

  November 03, 2023 15:38 IST

  Each city has its unique challenges and needs, and solutions may need to be adapted accordingly. However, London's successful efforts to combat air pollution can provide a useful blueprint for Delhi as it grapples with its own air quality and health crisis.

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  Madhya Pradesh Elections: A look at rebel leaders in BJP and Congress who may make a dent

  November 16, 2023 15:16 IST

  The polling in the 230-member Madhya Pradesh assembly is scheduled for November 17 in a single phase. The Congress this time has replaced three of its previously declared nominees.

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  Project Kusha: Will it become India's own version of Iron Dome defence system? EXPLAINED

  October 31, 2023 20:53 IST

  The ambitious indigenous project will be developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) at an estimated budget of Rs 21,700 crore. Like Israel's Iron Dome system, it will provide the Indian Air Force to detect and destroy hostile targets from a large range.

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  Champions Trophy 2025: Format, qualification process, teams already qualified - all you need to know

  October 30, 2023 15:07 IST

  In the middle of an ICC Cricket World Cup, the focus has slightly shifted not just for the fans but also for teams and organisations towards the 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy given the qualification depends upon how they perform in the ongoing tournament. Here's everything you need to know-

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  Protect your kids from air pollution by 5 simple precautions | EXPLAINED

  October 26, 2023 12:46 IST

  Air pollution: Breathing in polluted air can harm your child's lungs, brain, and heart. To keep them healthy in worsening air quality, India TV has listed 5 steps to protect kids.

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  How many wins a team needs to confirm qualification for World Cup 2023 semi-finals? | EXPLAINED

  October 25, 2023 12:53 IST

  23 matches are done and dusted in the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 and the race to qualification has started heating up with six out of 10 teams in fray. India are flying high with South Africa and New Zealand breathing down their neck. Here's everything explained regarding knockouts.

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  Soumya Vishwanthan case: How did police crack 'murder mystery' of Delhi journalist? EXPLAINED

  October 18, 2023 16:13 IST

  Soumya Vishwanthan case: The police had no clue for the first six months and solved the murder mystery accidentally after arresting two accused for involving another murder case. With today's verdict, the case finally reached its destination.

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  Israel-Palestine conflict: Why do terror groups like Hamas take people hostage? Explained

  October 17, 2023 23:19 IST

  Hamas has taken nearly 200 people hostages since the recent war that broke out on October 7, the highest in the history of the Israel-Palestine conflict. It has now reportedly demanded the release of 6,000 Palestinian prisoners lodged in Israeli jails.