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      11 October

      Made-in-India TB diagnostic tests validated by ICMR; offer cheaper, faster detection

      ICMR has validated two new TB diagnostic tools—Quantiplus MTB FAST and UniAMP MTB Test Card—developed by Huwel Lifesciences. These affordable, scalable, and non-invasive innovations aim to revolutionize early TB detection, especially in underserved areas, supporting India’s TB elimination goals New Delhi: In a boost to India’s fight against tuberculosis, apex health research body ICMR has validated new indigenously developed tools that could bolster the country’s diagnostic capacity and offer a cheaper detection option. Eliminating tuberculosis (TB) depends crucially on the ability to detect early, accurately, and universally, to initiate patients on treatment and curb community transmission. Among the recently validated tools is Quantiplus MTB FAST detection kit, developed by Huwel Lifesciences in Telangana, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said…

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    • 11 October

      RAT gets deployed on Air India’s Birmingham-bound plane; aircraft lands safely

      Air India’s Amritsar-Birmingham Boeing 787 experienced an unexpected deployment of its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during landing on October 4 but landed safely. The aircraft was grounded for inspection, and a Birmingham-Delhi flight was canceled. Investigation is ongoing Mumbai: The operating crew of Air India’s Amritsar-Birmingham flight reported that the Boeing 787’s Ram Air Turbine (RAT) unexpectedly deployed during the final approach on October 4, but the aircraft landed safely, the airline said on Saturday. RAT deploys automatically in the eventuality of a dual engine failure or total electronic or hydraulic failure. It uses wind speed to generate emergency power. Air India said it has cancelled its Birmingham-Delhi flight as the aircraft has been grounded for inspection. “The operating crew of…

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    • 11 October

      Seven die, road links snapped as heavy rains trigger massive landslides in Darjeeling

      Torrential rains in Darjeeling triggered deadly landslides, killing at least seven and isolating villages. Rescue operations are ongoing amid difficult terrain and heavy rain. Several homes and tea garden quarters were destroyed. The IMD has issued a landslide and rainfall alert Darjeeling:  Torrential rains have unleashed widespread devastation across the Darjeeling hills of West Bengal, triggering massive landslides that killed at least seven people and cut off several villages in the region, officials said on Sunday. One of the major landslides, which struck near the Mirik-Sukhiapokhri road in the Darjeeling subdivision, swept away homes and disrupted vehicular movement, severing communication links with adjoining hamlets, they said. “At least seven deaths have been reported due to a major landslide in Darjeeling subdivision…

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    • 11 October

      Writ petition filed in Supreme Court on GO for 42 percent BC reservations

      A writ petition filed in the Supreme Court challenges Telangana’s order granting 42% reservation for Backward Classes in local body elections, alleging violation of the 50% cap on total quotas. Two related petitions are also pending before the High Court. Hyderabad: A writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Telangana government’s order providing 42 percent reservations for Backward Classes (BCs) in local body elections. The apex court is likely to hear the petition on Monday. The petition was filed by Vanga Gopal Reddy, a resident of Kothapally in Rajanna Sircilla district, questioning the validity of the government order (GO) issued on September 26. He argued that along with the existing 15 percent reservation for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and 10…

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    • 11 October

      Two minor girls found dead in well in Karnataka’s Kolar district

      Two 13-year-old girls from Kolar, missing since Thursday, were found dead in a well. A suicide note was recovered, though parents alleged foul play. Post-mortem ruled out assault or murder. Police registered an unnatural death case and are investigating further Kolar: The bodies of two minor girls who had reportedly gone missing were found in a well in this district, police said on Sunday. The deceased have been identified as Dhanya Bai and Chaitra Bai, both Class 7 students of the Government Higher Primary School in Yalachepalli village of Mulbagal town, they said. The girls, both aged 13, went missing on Thursday while playing in front of one of their houses, police said. On Saturday morning, a few villagers found the bodies…

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    • 11 October

      Aadhaar gets easier: Free biometric updates for children rolled out nationwide

      UIDAI has waived charges for Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU-1) for children aged 5–17, effective from October 1 for one year. This move benefits around six crore children and enhances access to services like school admissions and scholarships. New Delhi: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has waived off all charges for Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU-1), a move that is expected to benefit around six crore children, an official said on Saturday. The waiver of MBU charges for the said age group has already kicked in from October 1 and will be in force for a period of one year. A child under the age of five enrols for Aadhaar by providing the photograph, name, date of birth, gender, address and birth…

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    • 11 October

      WHO asks India if cough syrup linked to child deaths was exported

      The WHO has sought clarification from Indian authorities on whether the cough syrup Coldrif, linked to child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, was exported to other countries. The agency may issue a global alert after official confirmation from New Delhi. New Delhi: The World Health Organisation has sought to know from Indian authorities whether the cough syrup linked to child deaths in the country was exported to other nations, sources said on Thursday. They said the global health agency will take a call on issuing a ‘Global Medical Products Alert’ on the cough syrup, Coldrif, after receiving an official confirmation from authorities here. The agency issues such alerts for substandard and contaminated medicines. Five children from Madhya Pradesh are in…

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    • 11 October

      PM Modi welcomes agreement on Trump’s West Asia peace plan

      Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the agreement on the first phase of US President Donald Trump’s West Asia peace plan, under which Israel and Hamas agreed to pause fighting in Gaza. Modi praised Israeli PM Netanyahu’s leadership and hoped the deal would bring lasting peace. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the agreement on the first phase of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan for West Asia, under which Israel and Hamas have decided to pause fighting in Gaza. Modi said the agreement was also a reflection of the strong leadership of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “We welcome the agreement on the first phase of President Trump’s peace plan. This is also a reflection of the strong…

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    • 11 October

      Guterres welcomes Gaza peace deal, urges push toward two-state solution

      UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the Gaza ceasefire deal brokered by the US, saying it offers a path to a two-state solution. He urged all parties to honour the agreement and ensure humanitarian access, calling the peace effort a “momentous opportunity.” United Nations: Welcoming the Gaza peace deal, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said it opens opportunities for a lasting agreement that would lead to a two-state solution with Israel and Palestine living in peace. “The fighting must stop once and for all, he said after US President Donald Trump announced that Hamas and Israel had agreed to the first phase of the peace deal announced by him. “I urge all stakeholders to seize this momentous opportunity to establish a credible political path forward…

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    • 11 October

      Netanyahu thanks Trump for ‘sacred mission’ after breakthrough Gaza ceasefire deal

      Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu hailed US President Donald Trump for his “sacred mission” in brokering the Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas. Calling it a “great day for Israel,” Netanyahu said the agreement would bring home all hostages and pave the way for peace. Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed deep gratitude to US President Donald Trump following the announcement of a breakthrough agreement with Hamas for a ceasefire in Gaza, marking what he described as a “great day for Israel”. In a statement on X, Netanyahu said, “A great day for Israel. Tomorrow I will convene the government to approve the agreement and bring all our dear hostages home. I thank the heroic soldiers of the IDF and…

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