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Meet Sophia Parekh, 12, who has given away over 8,000 books in US

Sophia Parekh, a 12-year-old from Westfield, New Jersey, has distributed more than 8,000 free books to children across the US through Sophia’s Book Stand, a project she started at age seven during the Covid pandemic. She personally selects books based on children’s ages and interests and also supports teachers in underserved schools. Her efforts earned

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‘No’ to peace bond, ‘yes’ to INDIA bloc: Has Neha Bora outsmarted CJP leaders?

AISA leader Neha Bora’s refusal to sign peace bonds led to obvious comparisions with the CJP leadership who opted to comply with conditions set for their release from detention during Jantar Mantar 2.0 protests. The CJP faced significant challenges in organizing Jantar Mantar 2.0 protests which was a contrast from their previous successful mobilization. Bora’s

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Payday to mayday: The hike mirage and why bigger salaries still feel smaller

In India, salary increases of approximately 9% are falling short against the backdrop of soaring living costs and inflation. Families are grappling with heightened expenses on essentials like food and fuel, resulting in diminished disposable incomes. This widening gap between income growth and the cost of living places a strain on households, particularly those with

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Dolly Parton’s free-book charity raises over $150,000 after her death

In the wake of Dolly Parton’s passing, the Imagination Library saw a remarkable increase in registrations. In August alone, Knox County welcomed nearly 950 new children to the program. Additionally, over $150,000 was generated through a fundraising initiative to bolster the library’s mission. Established in 1995, this program ensures that young readers receive free books

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Paid to hire, paid to work: Inside India’s Rs 99,446 cr plan to reshape formal workforce

Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) is introduced to enhance formal employment across various sectors. The scheme includes financial incentives for both employers and first-time employees entering the formal job market. PMVBRY aims to create more than 3.5 crore jobs including 1.92 crore first-time workers by 2027. It targets an increase in manufacturing employment

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Delhi sister demands answers over brother’s hit-and-run death, faulty CCTV

On the fateful night of October 24, 2026, Prince Singhal, aged 24, became the victim of a potential hit-and-run incident in Delhi, leaving his family grappling with grief and the urgent need for answers. Diya Singhal, his sister, highlights the issue of broken surveillance cameras along the route of the accident, complicating efforts to gather

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6 years, 10 matches, 1 defeat: Team India’s unbeaten run comes to an end

Team India faced a significant setback as New Zealand achieved an 87-run victory in Auckland. Glenn Phillips and Jacob Duffy played critical roles in New Zealand’s decisive performance. India struggled in their chase after losing early wickets and could not sustain their innings. New Zealand posted their highest-ever T20I total of 259 runs, which India

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Two Renaissance plaques in family’s hallway sell for over £100k after 142 years

A pair of exquisite 16th-century maiolica plaques by renowned artist Francesco Xanto Avelli recently fetched an impressive £100,000 at auction after lying unnoticed in a Dorset home for years. The family unearthed these extraordinary pieces while seeking expert advice, discovering they were part of a significant series illustrating the tale of Cyrus the Great. This

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