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Kolkata: State Congress president Subhankar Sarkar on Friday urged Bengal govt to consider amending the West Bengal Animal Slaughter Control Act, 1950, with the livelihood of hundreds of people involved with the cattle and milk trade at stake.”There are thousands of people in the villages who are involved in cattle-rearing and milk trade. They are from both Hindu and Muslim communities. If a law is made, that has to be done keeping the socio-economic condition in mind,” Sarkar said. “Govt can think of amending the existing law. Local administration has to see that decision of the govt does not create…

Alberta’s decision to hold a referendum on separation has been widely criticised, including the separatists who say the question is not definitive enough. Source link

The famous display team will fly with seven rather than nine aircraft for most of its displays. Source link

Fulfilment is the goal, and you’ll experience it in small ways. The Sun provides warmth and support while the Moon adds rhythmic patterns that make even your commute more pleasant.Things fall into place without you forcing them. You’ll enjoy the sense that your efforts are finally being seen. Take a moment to appreciate it. You’ve earned it, even if you don’t say it out loud.Love and Relationship:If you’re unmarried, a proposal can come through neighbours or relatives. It may start as casual talk over a family meal or a quick phone call. Don’t dismiss it too fast. Listen, ask a…

Located about 15 kms from Chidambaram in Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu, Pichavaram isn’t just a forest; it’s a watery maze. The magic really hits when you move off the main waterways and slip into the smaller channels. The branches literally arch over your head, creating dense green tunnels where the sunlight barely filters through.It’s ridiculously atmospheric, especially if you take a rowboat that can squeeze into the tightest spots. You will see migrants and local birds including snipes, cormorants, egrets, storks, herons, spoonbills and pelicans. It’s about a 5-to-6-hour drive from Chennai, making it a great add-on if you’re visiting…

Kolahoi melting faster than nature can replenish, warns KU study Abid Bashir Srinagar, May 22: High above the pine forests and alpine valleys of Kashmir, a silent collapse is underway. The ancient Kolahoi Glacier — long considered the Valley’s frozen savings bank of water — is now losing ice faster than nature can replenish it, exposing an unfolding climate emergency that scientists say could redefine Kashmir’s hydrological future. A landmark study by researchers from University of Kashmir has revealed that the glacier has entered repeated phases of aggressive retreat since 1980, with the most devastating losses recorded after 2000. The findings paint a troubling picture—Kashmir’s…

The World Health Organisation upgraded its risk assessment of the Ebola virus in Congo, saying the outbreak now poses a “very high” risk. This was raised from the earlier categorisation of “high”.Global health authorities are making efforts to identify the medical options to help contain this outbreak. (AFP)While the health agency has said that the chances of the global spread of the disease remain low, the virus, specifically its Bundibugyo strain, has now spread undetected for weeks in Congo’s Ituri Province, the Associated Press reported.Global health authorities are making efforts to identify the medical options to help contain this outbreak,…

Countries substantially aligned with the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes report exclusive breastfeeding rates of 54%, compared with 24% in countries with no legal measures. This was stated in the latest report put out on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Protection Day on May 21, assessing the extent to which the code has been implemented by various countries.India was among the countries categorised as “Substantially aligned with the Code” and its last health survey (2019-21) showed that almost 64% children under six months were exclusively breastfed, a substantial improvement from 55% in 2015-16. The report was prepared by…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 55 runs on Friday but Rajat Patidar’s side secured top of points table en route to IPL playoffs.In a high-scoring contest in which SRH scored 255/4 in the first half, RCB responded with 200 for four in 20 overs. Skipper Rajat Patidar hit 56 off 39 balls while Krunal Pandya made 41 not out.RCB will play Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on May 26 in Dharamshala. SRH will play the eliminator on May 27.RCB remain at the top with 18 points from 14 matches, winning nine games and maintaining the best net…

New Delhi: A division bench of the Supreme Court on Friday referred to a larger bench the questions recently raised on the correctness of an earlier judgment denying bail to Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam..The bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and PB Varale made the decision while granting interim bail for six months to two other accused, Tasleem Ahmed and Khalid Saifi.During the hearing of the case on Friday, additional solicitor general SV Raju called for a relook at a judgment passed by another division bench earlier this week that bail should be the rule even in…