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Ignored warnings? BMC notice flagged tree roots damage on Chembur’s 11th road months before fatal crash of Tuesday

A tragic incident in Chembur saw an 11-year-old boy lose his life when a peepal tree collapsed. Internal BMC communications reveal the garden department had repeatedly warned the roads department about root damage from ongoing works, risking tree falls during monsoon. Despite multiple notices highlighting the danger and potential responsibility, the warnings appear to have gone unheeded, raising serious questions about accountability and preventative measures.
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Luxury scalp serums are having their moment: Here's why beauty experts swear by them

Luxury beauty is embracing the 'skinification' of hair, recognising the scalp as an extension of the face. This sophisticated approach, leveraging neurocosmetics and nanocosmetics, promises healthier, more resilient hair by addressing inflammation and oxidative stress, mirroring the care given to facial skin.
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Can Mumbai save trees and lives? How technology can predict the next tree fall

A tragic tree collapse in Mumbai, claiming an 11-year-old's life, highlights a critical flaw in urban tree management. Cities often treat tree falls as monsoon inevitabilities, neglecting scientific monitoring. Construction damage and inadequate root protection are emerging as major concerns, urging a shift from reactive measures to proactive, technology-driven assessments to prevent future fatalities.
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Quote of the day by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: "Strategy isn't words; strategy is…"

Quote of the day by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: "Strategy isn't words; strategy is…"
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The new family member has fur: India’s pet parenting boom goes mainstream

Pets in urban India are no longer just companions; they've become integral family members, akin to children. This profound shift is evident in the burgeoning pet-care industry, offering everything from birthday parties to specialized healthcare. This evolution reflects changing social dynamics, including nuclear families and increased urban loneliness, where pets provide vital emotional support and routine, fostering deep, reciprocal bonds.
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'Portrayed as Lord Krishna': BJP slams Samajwadi Party for 'mocking Hindus' over Akhilesh's birthday havan

The BJP has strongly criticized the Samajwadi Party, accusing them of disrespecting Hindus after workers depicted Akhilesh Yadav as Lord Krishna during a birthday ritual. This accusation comes amid controversy over alleged Ram Temple donation irregularities. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also attacked Yadav, urging him to visit the Ram Temple and recalling past SP actions against devotees.
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'HC went beyond ... ': Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government moves SC against order banning cow slaughter even on Bakrid

Tamil Nadu's government has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Madras high court's order for a complete ban on cow slaughter. The state argues the high court exceeded its jurisdiction by imposing a blanket prohibition, even on authorized slaughterhouses. Existing laws, they contend, regulate rather than prohibit the slaughter of older, unfit cows, and the government seeks an interim stay on the high court's directive.
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Brain, heart, lungs, liver missing: Indian seafarer dies in Venezuela, family alleges major organs removed

A shocking discovery has emerged regarding the death of Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan in Venezuela. His body, returned to India without vital organs and with extensive prior stitching, has raised grave suspicions. The seafarers' union is demanding a thorough investigation into the alleged foul play and a cover-up, urging immediate intervention from the Indian Embassy for justice and compensation for the grieving family.
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Scientists develop AI that detects pancreatic cancer years before diagnosis in a major breakthrough

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Greatest reforestation story: Costa Rica lost half its forests, then brought them back

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Scientists build a jacket that harvests nearly 1 litre of clean drinking water straight from the air

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Delhi EV Policy 2026: Financial incentives, digital transparency and key changes explained

Delhi has officially launched its Electric Vehicles Policy 2026, effective July 1, 2026, aiming to boost EV adoption and improve air quality until March 2030. The policy offers significant tax exemptions for electric cars and substantial subsidies for two and three-wheelers. It also mandates the phasing out of petrol and CNG two-wheeler registrations by April 2028, alongside a Rs 15,000 crore investment and plans for over 30,000 charging points.
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Why Singing To Children Matters? Vidya Shah Highlights

Vidya Shah, singer, composer & writer, explains how melody and rhythm engage both hemispheres of a child's brain, helping language, math and problem‑solving as they grow. Introducing words through songs helps them stick, and you don't need perfect pitch - singing from the heart, touches a child's mind and heart. 

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Heartbreaking End To Ambala Borewell Rescue Op As 4-year-old Pulled Out Dead

A four-year-old boy, who fell into a 220-foot-deep open borewell in Haryana's Ambala district, was declared dead after he was pulled out following a 21-hour rescue operation early Wednesday.

Nirvair Singh was taken out from the borewell at around 3.40 am after the multi-agency operation that began on Tuesday morning. He was immediately shifted in an ambulance to the Civil Hospital in Ambala Cantonment.

A doctor at the hospital said the child was brought dead when he was taken to the emergency ward.

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2 Kids, Negligence On Trial: Young Lives Lost, Safety Questioned

An 11-year-old boy has died, and four other children were injured in Mumbai after a large tree collapsed onto their school bus on Tuesday afternoon.

As the Mumbai family tries to process the loss of the child, another report from Haryana's Ambala 

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