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Today's Headlines - 19 April 2024

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'High sugar’ content in Nestle’s baby food in India

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Nestle’s baby food products sold in India have higher sugar content, in comparison to the same products sold in European markets, according to a report released recently by a Swiss NGO, the Public Eye and International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN).

Smart AI Resource Assistant for Health (S.A.R.A.H)

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The World Health Organization (WHO) announces the launch of S.A.R.A.H., a digital health promoter prototype.

Kempegowda International Airport

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The Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) has been awarded the Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia at the 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards.

Humans have "selective amnesia" about the significance of forests: SC

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The Supreme Court has advocated the need for a change from anthropocentric to ecocentric approach towards natural resources, saying there is "selective amnesia" among humans about the importance of forests.

Hurun Global Unicorn Index

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The number of unicorns in the country has declined for the first time since 2019 to 67, according to Hurun Global Unicorn Index 2024.

Srinagar likely to be tagged as World Craft City from India

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The World Crafts Council International (WCCI) working on the recognition and preservation of traditional crafts across the globe, has picked Srinagar for mapping its craft clusters before its final nomination as the World Craft City (WCC) from India this year. 

United Nations Population Fund's (UNFPA) State of World Population - 2024 report

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India leads globally with an estimated population of 144.17 crore, followed by China at 142.5 crore, according to the United Nations Population Fund's (UNFPA) State of World Population - 2024 report.

Govt notifies liberalized FDI norms for the space sector to boost investment

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The Finance Ministry has notified a new Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit for various satellite-related activities under Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules.

WHO Broadens Definition of Airborne Diseases

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After a drawn-out global controversy over the coronavirus, the WHO has updated its classification of how pathogens spread through the air.

The dynamic duo: enhanced liver function and gut health

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This article focuses on the symbiotic relationship between liver function and gut health, shedding light on how nurturing one benefits the other.

Activity-based curriculum drawn up for anganwadis

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National Framework of Early Childhood Stimulation framework document says learning begins at birth; staff in 14 lakh anganwadis to be trained and parents encouraged to engage toddlers in activities to reach milestones.