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KSCPCR to study mobile phone addiction among children in Karnataka

K. Naganna Gowda, Chairperson of KSCPCR, told The Hindu, “...during Covid-19 and post-pandemic, schools were conducting classes online. Children are now addicted to mobile phones. Even if Covid-19 pandemic is eradicated from India, there are no signs that this mobile obsession will end.”

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From a fringe player to India’s big medal hope — the Prannoy journey

From a fringe player to India’s big medal hope — the Prannoy journey. For someone who was talented and untiring, H.S. Prannoy remained a fringe player for too long before emerging out of the shadows of the lead performers. He is now India’s biggest medal hope at the World championships…

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No more ‘deemed forests’, says Odisha government

Nearly half of Odisha’s forest land was ‘deemed forest,’ experts told The Hindu and the Odisha government’s interpretation of the Forest Act would end up accelerating the razing of forests

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Father of Matheen Taha, accused in Bengaluru terror module case, dies in Thirthahalli

Manzoor Ahmed, ex-serviceman, died in Thirthahalli on Aug 13, 2023. He served in Indian Army for 26 yrs & wanted son, Taha, accused in terror case, to surrender to police. He is survived by wife, two sons & daughter. He spoke to The Hindu in Nov 2022, urging son to…

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14 States yet to join Centre’s flagship education scheme

Officials from several Opposition-ruled States told The Hindu that they have raised concerns about the MoU, given that 40% of the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) budget must be borne by the States themselves, and no extra funds have been earmarked for NEP reforms. The Centre says it holding…

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Manipur government employee lodges complaint in Bengaluru alleging takeover of her Imphal quarters to house refugees

Government employee from Kuki-Zo community flees Manipur strife, finds her quarters taken over by Meitei club. Valuables worth ₹8.18 Lakh also taken. Banaswadi Police register FIR against unknown individuals for trespass. Complainant fears she can't return to Manipur.

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Welcome to the Tamil Nadu Today newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories to follow today.

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Kovaipudur all set to emerge as a calm, pollution-free residential area in Coimbatore

Kovaipudur, Coimbatore is set to become an ideal residential area with ample land parcels, Western Bypass Road, ring road, social infra, educational institutions, and culture of excellence. It offers opportunities for investments in sectors such as education, healthcare, retirement, and housing.

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Shakti scheme: No smart cards, Karnataka RTCs to opt for passes

Shakti scheme, launched in June, has seen 36.14 crore women passengers travel for free in State-run buses. CeG declined proposal for smart cards, so RTCs to issue Shakti passes resembling regular bus passes. Passes to be distributed at bus stands/depots with valid ID card. Registration for Shakti passes delayed due…

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Kasturi Buildings: A tour through the premises

Kasturi Buildings, an iconic landmark in Chennai, was built in 1939. Its architect was H. Fellowes Prynne, A.R.I.B.A. and engineer N.R. Srinivasan oversaw construction. The building is shaped like a T, with a statue of Munro at its foot. It houses a duplex Rotary press machine and a 20,000 sq.…

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Data Point: How The Hindu Data Team produced its first podcast series: ‘Vital Signs’

The Hindu Data Team has evolved from single-topic podcasts to a comprehensive series exploring the shifting landscape of student admissions in medical institutions. Through interviews with doctors from diverse backgrounds, we aim to understand the implications of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test on health care and students from less privileged or…

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Venkataramana is Kerala’s new coach

Kerala hasn’t qualified for the knockout stage of the Ranji Trophy after playing the semifinals, for the first time ever, in 2018-19. One of the main aims of M. Venkataramana, who was appointed on Tuesday as Kerala’s head coach, is to realise the team’s full potential in red-ball cricket. “I…

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Panel discussion on Kovaipudur as an emerging investment hotspot on August 10

A panel discussion on "Kovaipudur - Coimbatore's next big investment hotspot" to be held at Grand Hyatt. Features Dr. P. Krishna Kumar, R. Nandagopal, Raaghav, J. Saravana Kumar, moderated by Santhosh Karunakaran Thampi. Discussion to focus on opportunities Kovaipudur offers, its unique geographical location and its potential for investments in…

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Assam Rifles unit replaced at checkpoint along Churachandpur-Bishnupur boundary

Manipur government orders Assam Rifles to replace Central forces at Churachandpur-Bishnupur boundary, an area of frequent clashes between Kuki and Meitei communities. After violence on Aug 5, BJP MLA questioned role of Central forces. Stand-off at Tengnoupal continues as 300-400 Kuki-Zo women continue sit-in blockade.

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Rainbow Drive Layout: Builder diverts storm-water drain to save villas from demolition

A Rainbow Drive Layout (RBD) builder commenced work of building a parallel storm-water drain on Thursday, despite the High Court ordering the civic body to take action to construct a SWD on the original path

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M.P. strategy for tigers can help cheetahs too

M.P. tops 2022 tiger census with 50% surge, thanks to balancing predator and prey population. Active prey management, such as relocating tigers and prey, key to success. Similar strategy could help form viable cheetah population, despite 6 deaths in translocation project. Corbett National Park most populous reserve, but M.P. has…

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Asian Champions Trophy: Dutch hockey coach Eric Wonink and his special connection with India

Dutch Eric Wonink has been coaching since he was 17 years of age. His work has taken him to Germany, Croatia, Belgium and India. However, it was during his term in India as the National junior women’s team coach (2017-23) that Eric found his calling. India is even more special…

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Around 170 students from violence-hit Manipur join Karnataka’s schools and colleges

Within 11 days of the Karnataka government’s order providing special admissions for students from strife-torn Manipur, around 170 students from the region have joined various schools and colleges in the State.

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Konda Reddi tribal hamlet gets a teacher 48 days after start of academic year, 10 more in Maredumilli yet to get one

.Konda Reddi tribe's 48-day wait ends with teacher appointed to run GPS in Munta Mamidi, AP. 28 children (5-10 age group) affected by school's closure since June 14. 10 more govt. schools in Maredumilli mandal yet to get teachers, denying tribal students access to primary education. Govt. teachers not willing…

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Free or not, 24x7 electricity supply is only a dream in rural areas of Karnataka

Union Power and New and Renewable Energy Minister R. K. Singh informed the Lok Sabha that the average power supply in rural Karnataka was 19.05 hours per day in the year 2022–23 whereas the average supply in urban areas was 23.82 hours (in 11 kV feeders, which are 3-phase, three-wire…

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PM Modi to launch revamp of 508 railway stations at ₹24,470 crore

Under the scheme, construction work is progressing on 24 stations in 10 States – Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu. Officials told The Hindu that the cost estimate drawn for stations where work is in progress is ₹11,136 crore.

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Govt. hits roadblock in Assembly as Governor seeks legal opinion on TSRTC merger

Governor's office requests time to examine Draft Bill of Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (Absorption of Employees into Government Service) Bill, 2023. Concerns raised by political parties & civil society, division of assets between Telangana & AP, fate of Provident Fund & Gratuity of employees. Govt. may write to President…

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JD(U) pushes for Nitish Kumar’s to contest election from Uttar Pradesh in 2024 Lok Sabha poll

The Janata Dal(U) pushed for the candidature of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar from any constituency in Uttar Pradesh. They want him to contest from any seat with a sizeable Kurmi population in the 2024 Lok Sabha election.

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Realtors look for much-needed government support, says CREDAI leader

Confederation of Real Estate Developers Association of India (CREDAI) Srikakulam district president Harika Prasad implored the State government to come to the aid of the crisis-ridden construction industry. Speaking to The Hindu on Thursday, Mr. Prasad, who has 26 years of experience in real estate, said many builders have shelved…

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Experts go back on letter raising concern over cheetah deaths

Four S. African wildlife vets & cheetah experts wrote to SC expressing "serious concerns" over Project Cheetah mgmt. Two asked to withdraw names, citing risk to future exports from Africa.

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