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Microplastics in baby feeding bottles. Another reason not to use them!

Microplastics in baby feeding bottles. Another reason not to use them!

Every day in my clinic, the first advice I give to new parents is to breastfeed. Breast milk is designed for your child immunologically, nutritionally and developmentally. It is the single best thing you can do for your infant's health.But, sociocultural trends in urban India tell a different story. Nuclear families with both parents working and no help at home is increasingly becoming a widespread phenomenon. Bottle feeding with formula, especially in the second half of infancy, has become far more common than weโ€™d like. When parents do reach for a bottle, most focus on what goes inside it. Fewer…
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Wholesale price inflation jumps to 8.30% amid steep rise in crude oil prices

Wholesale price inflation jumps to 8.30% amid steep rise in crude oil prices

New Delhi: Wholesale price inflation has surged to 8.30 per cent in April, from 3.88 per cent in March, mainly due to a steep surge in prices of fuel, power and crude petroleum.ย Wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation in fuel and power jumped to 24.71 per cent in April, from 1.05 per cent in March. In crude petroleum, inflation was 88.06 per cent in April, up from 51.5 per cent in the previous month.ย The sharp rise in WPI inflation reflects the impact of the West Asia crisis and the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz through which the majority of…
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Chennai Super Kings name Dian Forrester as replacement signing for injured Jamie Overton

Chennai Super Kings name Dian Forrester as replacement signing for injured Jamie Overton

New Delhi: Chennai Super Kings have come forward and announced South Africaโ€™s batting all-rounder Dian Forrester as a replacement signing for the injured Jamie Overton for the remaining IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 season. It is worth noting that Overton was ruled out of the ongoing IPL season due to an injury to his right thigh.ย  Forrester will be joining CSK for a price of Rs 75 lakh. It is interesting to note that the 25-year-old will hope to get some much-needed experience from the IPL and will hope to convert it into international cricket as well.ย  Notably, Forrester made…
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Mamata Banerjee appears in lawyerโ€™s robes at Calcutta HC

Mamata Banerjee appears in lawyerโ€™s robes at Calcutta HC

An unprecedented scene unfolded on Thursday morning at the Calcutta High Court, as former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made a rare courtroom appearance dressed in traditional black legal robes. Arriving at around 10:15 am, her presence in advocateโ€™s attire drew widespread attention, marking a sharp departure from conventional political appearances. ย  However, as Banerjee exited the court premises, the situation outside quickly turned chaotic. Police personnel struggled to manage the crowd and clear a path for her vehicle. Slogans of โ€œJai Shri Ramโ€ and โ€œChor, Chorโ€ were raised by sections of the crowd, further intensifying the already tense atmosphere. ย …
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NPS Sanchay Yojana: Where and how to open NPS account, benefits and other details

NPS Sanchay Yojana: Where and how to open NPS account, benefits and other details

New Delhi: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has launched a special NPS accumulation scheme for workers in the unorganised sector. It will help daily wage earners to get retirement and pension benefits in old age, just like salaried individuals. According to the PFRDA, approximately 90 per cent of the country's workers still work in the unorganised sector. This includes daily wage labourers, small shopkeepers, gig workers, domestic workers, and artisans such as plumbers and electricians. Currently, these individuals do not receive any formal pension benefits.ย  NPS Sanchay Yojana Keeping this in mind, the PFRDA has launched the…
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India A squad for tri-series against Sri Lanka, Afghanistan announced, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi included

India A squad for tri-series against Sri Lanka, Afghanistan announced, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi included

New Delhi: In a major development, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has come forward and announced India Aโ€™s squad for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. It is worth noting that India A will be locking horns with Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A for an upcoming one-day tri-series.ย  One of the biggest inclusions in the squad has been that of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The star batter has been exceptional for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026, and his performances have earned him the India A cap. It could be interesting to see…
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Market Closing Bell: Sensex witnesses strong rebound, Nifty settles near 23,700 amid strong buying

Market Closing Bell: Sensex witnesses strong rebound, Nifty settles near 23,700 amid strong buying

Mumbai: Benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a strong recovery from intraday low to end the trading session higher despite the rupee hitting a record low and crude oil prices remaining elevated. While the BSE Sensex surged 789.74 points or 1.06 per cent to close at 75,398.72, the NSE Nifty climbed 277 points or 1.18 per cent to settle at 24,689.60. During the day, the 30-share Sensex surged 1,072.9 points or 1.43 per cent to 75,681.88, and Nifty 50 added 364.6 points to hit the high of 23,777.20. The strong action in the markets comes amid strong buying as investor…
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PBKS vs MI Pitch Report: How will surface at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala play?

PBKS vs MI Pitch Report: How will surface at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala play?

New Delhi: The 58th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 will see Punjab Kings taking on Mumbai Indians. The two sides will meet at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on May 14th, and both sides will hope to put in their best performances. It is interesting to note that while Mumbai Indians have been eliminated from the tournament, Punjab Kings are still in the race for the playoffs.ย  Mumbai Indians sit in ninth place in the standings; with 11 matches played, the side has won three and has lost the remaining eight matches and is out of…
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Dearness Allowance: Tamil Nadu CM hikes DA by 2% for state govt employees, teachers

Dearness Allowance: Tamil Nadu CM hikes DA by 2% for state govt employees, teachers

New Delhi: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced a 2 per cent hike in Dearness Allowances (DA) for government employees and teachers. According to an official release, the new DA will be effective from January 1, 2026. With the latest revision, the allowanceย has been increased to 60 per cent from 58 per cent. The DA hike will result in an additional annual expenditure of Rs 1,230 crore for the state government.ย 
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Three IPL franchises considering change in captaincy after disappointing IPL 2026

Three IPL franchises considering change in captaincy after disappointing IPL 2026

New Delhi: The pressure surrounding leadership decisions in IPL franchises is beginning to intensify as multiple teams prepare for internal reviews after disappointing campaigns in the 2026 season. Among the names facing the strongest scrutiny are Axar Patel, Rishabh Pant and Ajinkya Rahane, with all three captains struggling to guide their teams into playoff contention. Lucknow Super Giants are already out of the tournament, leaving Pant under the spotlight after another underwhelming season as captain. Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals are still mathematically alive but remain unlikely to reach the knockout stage, further increasing uncertainty around their leadership groups.…
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