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 As millions of devotees gather in Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, health authorities are grappling with a range of public health challenges posed by the sheer scale and intensity of the event. With an estimated 20 crore pilgrims expected over the 45-day period, managing sanitation, disease prevention, and medical emergencies has become a critical priority. Officials from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in coordination with the Uttar Pradesh government, have deployed thousands of health workers and set up over 150 temporary clinics and mobile medical units throughout the mela area. Despite these efforts, reports of waterborne illnesses, respiratory infections, and cases of heatstroke are on the rise due to overcrowding, fluctuating temperatures, and limited access to clean drinking water. Dr. Ritu Sharma, a senior health officer on the ground, warned of the high risk of infectious disease outbreaks: “With so many people in close proximity and using shared facil...

 In a historic triumph for Indian sport, India’s men’s and women’s teams emerged as champions at the inaugural Kho Kho World Championship , held at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune. With this double victory, India has firmly established itself as a global powerhouse in the traditional sport of kho kho. The Indian men’s team defeated Nepal in a high-octane final match with a scoreline of 54-37. Displaying remarkable speed, coordination, and tactical brilliance, India took early control and maintained dominance throughout the game. Captain Ravi Kumar credited the victory to “months of intense preparation and a united team effort.” In the women’s final, India overpowered Bangladesh 49-27 in a dynamic display of agility and defensive skill. The match saw standout performances from vice-captain Pooja Yadav and all-rounder Sneha More, who turned the tide decisively in India’s favour. Organized by the International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF), the championship featured t...

In a landmark judgment reinforcing the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, the Supreme Court of India on Thursday upheld the constitutional right of same-sex couples to cohabit and live together without interference, marking a significant step forward for civil liberties in the country. A bench headed by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud ruled that consensual cohabitation between adults — irrespective of their gender or sexual orientation — is protected under Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. The verdict came in response to a petition filed by a same-sex couple from Tamil Nadu, who had sought legal protection from harassment and threats by their families and local authorities. While the Court reiterated that same-sex marriages remain outside the ambit of current legal frameworks — a position it had taken in an earlier 2023 ruling — it firmly asserted that the right to choose a partner and live with them is fundamental and cannot be denied b...

In a significant political development, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been appointed the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, marking the first time in 10 years that the position is being officially filled. The move comes after the Congress party secured over 100 seats in the 2024 general elections, crossing the minimum threshold required to claim the post. This appointment signals a crucial shift in the political dynamics of the country. Rahul Gandhi, who led a vigorous campaign focusing on issues such as unemployment, inflation, and social justice, has seen a resurgence in both political stature and public perception. His elevation to this constitutional position is being viewed as a consolidation of opposition forces against the ruling NDA government. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge welcomed the development, calling it “a victory for democratic balance.” Leaders of the INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, expressed confidence that Gandhi would voice people...