Progress in ending child marriage stagnating in India; 1 in 5 girls, 1 in 6 boys are married: Study
Saturday, 16 December 2023 One in five girls and about one in six boys in India are married, with the progress made towards eliminating the practice of child marriage entirely stagnating in recent years, according to a study published in ‘The Lancet Global Health' journal. Between 2016 and 2021, the practice of child marriage also became more common in some states and Union territories, researchers said in their study. Girl child marriages increased in six states, including Manipur, Punjab, Tripura, and West Bengal, while eight states, including Chhattisgarh, Goa, Manipur, and Punjab, witnessed a rise in boy child marriages.
The bypolls were held in four seats in West Bengal, three in Himachal Pradesh, two in Uttarakhand, and one each in Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Tamil Nadu DNA
In a notable triumph for the opposition, the INDIA bloc secured 10 out of 13 seats in the assembly bypolls on Saturday across seven states. The BJP, which.. IndiaTimes
The Border Security Force (BSF) recovered 570 grams of heroin from a farming field in Kilche village, Ferozepur district, based on intelligence information. The.. IndiaTimes
Punjab MP Amritpal Singh disputes his mother's comments on his Khalistan ideology. He emphasizes the significance of upholding Sikh principles and sacrifices... IndiaTimes
Witness the unprecedented oath-taking of jailed MPs, Amritpal Singh and Engineer Rashid, despite their incarceration. Sworn in under heavy security, they mark a unique moment in Indian political history. Stay updated with their journey as independent Lok Sabha members from Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir.
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As many as forty-seven students died from HIV in Tripura, and 828 have tested HIV-positive, according to a senior official of the Tripura State AIDS Control.. DNA
Cyclone Remal is fast approaching with severe weather expected to hit Bengal and the Northeast. The IMD has issued red alerts, predicting several regions' heavy rains and strong winds. Schools in Tripura are closed, and the NDRF is on standby. Please tune in for the latest updates on Cyclone Remal, its impact, and safety measures. Stay informed and stay safe!
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Recent bypolls across seven Indian states resulted in significant gains for the opposition INDIA bloc, which won 10 out of 13 assembly seats. The Congress party secured victories in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while the Trinamool Congress swept all four seats in West Bengal. The BJP won two seats, including one in Madhya Pradesh. These results are seen as a boost for the opposition and may indicate shifting political dynamics ahead of future elections.
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Welcome to the Editors' Roundtable! In this week's episode, we dive into the top developments making headlines nationwide. First up, we discuss the appointment of a new cricket coach and what it means for the future of the sport in India.
Next, we examine Andhra Pradesh's fund request amidst its ongoing financial crisis. We also explore the heated debate surrounding the NOK, or Next of Kin policy, which has stirred quite a controversy. Stay tuned as we analyse the implications of West Bengal's bypolls and the political shifts that could reshape the state's landscape.
Additionally, we bring you the latest on India's ambitious project to launch its first bullet train, marking a significant leap in the nation's infrastructure. And finally, we delve into the political shifts as the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) appears to be aligning with the BJP. These and more with Pankaj Mishra and the Oneindia Editors from across the country.
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In New Delhi, IMD issued heavy rainfall alerts for southern, central India. Forecasts show extremely heavy rain over Konkan & Goa, Madhya Maharashtra's Ghat.. IndiaTimes
The Monsoon has created havoc across India, with Mumbai recording extremely heavy rainfall, the water level of the Saryu river rising in Ayodhya, an orange alert issued for Karnataka, and Assam grappling with floods again. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for several states, including Karnataka, Goa, Arunachal Pradesh and Maharashtra. Additionally, an orange alert has been issued for Assam and Meghalaya.
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Train traffic on the Konkan Railway route was paralysed once again on Wednesday morning due to severe water-logging inside a tunnel at Pernem in Goa, leading to.. IndiaTimes
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in parts of Delhi and several states, with light to moderate showers expected until July.. DNA
IMD has also forecasted isolated extremely heavy rainfall over Konkan and Goa, Ghat regions of Madhya Maharashtra and Coastal Karnataka on Monday. These regions.. DNA
Authorities in Kanker's Chhote Bethiya are probing allegations of a forced abortion at a government school. Local MLA Vikram Usendi cites complaints of labor,.. IndiaTimes
Chhattisgarh government approves 91.21 hectares at Parsa East and Kanta Basan, Hasdeo Aranya, supporting Rajasthan’s 4,340 MW power plants. CM Sharma thanks.. IndiaTimes
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The BJP and the ruling Congress are locked in a neck and neck contest in Chhattisgarh. BJP chief Arun Sao claimed that the people of the state have already... IndiaTimes
The allegations against CM Bhupesh Baghel over Mahadev betting app has led to the defeat of Congress in Chhattisgarh Assembly polls. The BJP has crossed halfway... IndiaTimes
Former Chhattisgarh BJP president Vishnu Deo Sai, hailing from the influential Sahu (Teli) community, will be the next chief minister of Chhattisgarh. The... IndiaTimes