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Over 2,700 Violations Carried Out By Influencers; Instagram Tops List
Ever since the Advertising Standards Council of India set the advertising guidelines for social media influencers, there have been complaints of over 2,700 violations. Instagram and Youtube topped the platforms where such violations were repeatedly noted.
Double-Edged Sword? Post About IT Company’s Unique Way To Promote Work-Life Balance Receives Mixed Reactions
“Warning! Your shift time is over. The office system will shut down in 10 mins. Please go home!” reads the system of an IT company to promote work-life balance. Here’s how netizens are reacting to this system.
‘Vibrant Villages Programme’: Centre Approves Rs 4,800 Crores For Development Of Border Villages
Announcing the fund allocation for the development of border villages in the North, minister Anurag Thakur said that the border regions brims with beauty and opportunities. With the borders coming under the Vibrant Villages Programme, the quality of life of people and the land is expected to be enhanced.
Create Inclusive Learning Space! Know About Challenges Faced By Children With Disabilities In Regular Schools
Children with disabilities are 10 times less likely to attend school than other children due to the lack of inclusive infrastructure in educational spaces. They face several challenges even if they are braving to attend a regular school.
Copy-Free Exams! Maharashtra Govt Moves To Prevent Cheating In Board Exams, Know More
In 2022, many students and faculty had posted photos and videos that claimed that mass cheating was happening at exam centres across Maharashtra. To curb such practices in the coming years, the Maharashtra govt adopted stringent measures under the ‘Copy-free campaign’.
‘Govt Weaponised To Silence Dissent’: Here’s How Global Watchdogs & Rights Body’s Reacted To Tax Raids At BBC India Offices
Weeks after the BBC Documentary row, the Income Tax Department have raided the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) offices in New Delhi and Mumbai. The move brought in severe criticism from both national and global media watchdogs.
Giving New Lease Of Life! Know How Children Shelter Homes Are Empowering Parentless Kids In India
There are almost three crore orphans in India, a little more than the total population of Sri Lanka. However, several private and state-run bodies have contributed to make over 9,500 Child Care Institutions (also called Orphanages) that supports the upbringing of parentless kids.
‘Prepared For The Worst’: Micro Quakes In India Would Prevent Turkey-Like Devastation, Says Experts
The occasional microquakes seen across India deflects the country from large-scale devastation as there is no buildup of tectonic stress as seen in Turkey. Even in the unforeseen situation of a large-scale earthquake, the country is well-equipped to tackle it with the National Disaster Response Force.
‘Household Work A Second-Shift’: Study Reveals Women Spend Double The Hours On Unpaid Domestic Work Than Men
The study revealed that women in the working age category spent at least 7.2 hours on unpaid domestic work in comparison to men who spent about 2.8 hours. These numbers were a clear indication toward the “time poverty” between the genders.
Trauma Of Sinking Village: Displaced Residents Grapple With Mental Health Issues After Loss Of Homes & Livelihoods
As the town began to cave in, people are now dealing with the displacement and crippling uncertainty about their future. Hundreds lost their homes and livelihoods, and now live in relief camps battling mental health problems from insomnia to depression.
Around 5 Indians Arrested For Engaging 50 Students In Modern Slavery, UK High Commission Report Reveals
The accused have been charged under the Slavery and Trafficking Risk Order and arrested for exploiting the students for their perosnal gains. The Indian High Commission in London has offered help and counselling to the students who fell victims to the accused.
Turkey-Syria Earthquake: Death Toll Surpasses 24,000; NDRF & Indian Army’s Field Hospital Continues Rescue Mission
With Turkey-Syria experiencing one of the deadliest earthquakes that claimed lives of over 24,000, the residents and rescuers continue to look for people to be freed under the ruins without losing hope. Joining hands with them is India’s NDRF and Army’s field hospitals that have treated at least 106 victims.
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