A Policybazaar report reveals a surge in NRIs seeking medical treatment in India, driven by significantly lower costs. Health insurance purchases by NRIs have jumped 150% in 2024-25. Treatment costs in India can be 60-90% less than in the US, with heart bypass surgery costing Rs 4.5-8 lakh compared to Rs 60 lakh-1.3 crore in the US.
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The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Government Examinations has announced the HSE Class 12 Supplementary Results 2025 today, July 25. Students can access their scores at dge.tn.gov.in or tnresults.nic.in. Marksheet downloads, answer script requests, and revaluation options are now open, offering students a critical second chance at academic progression and higher education eligibility.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is set to form a high-level inquiry committee to investigate allegations against Allahabad High Court Judge Yashwant Varma, following a notice signed by 152 MPs. Consultations are underway to establish the three-member panel, as mandated by the Judges (Inquiry) Act, involving coordination with the Rajya Sabha, where a similar notice was submitted.
In a significant victory against Maoist influence, a state-run bus reached Maraknar, a remote tribal village formerly within a Maoist-controlled zone. This marks a turning point after 78 years, connecting residents to essential services and ending their isolation.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed doubt over VP Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation citing his good health, fueling political speculation. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh suggested deeper reasons, possibly related to a BAC meeting incident. RJD alleged a BJP strategy involving Nitish Kumar, while the BJP dismissed all suspicions surrounding Dhankhar's sudden departure.
Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes' family faces health challenges. His mother, Randi Mahomes, seeks prayers for her cousin's grandson, Luka, battling neuroblastoma. Randi recently lost both her parents within months. She is requesting support for Luka's treatment. The family experienced Randi's mother's cancer battle and her father's subsequent health issues.
Congress is likely to contest fewer seats in Bihar than in 2020, aiming for 50-60 seats while prioritizing winnability after a disappointing performance last time. The party seeks alliance coherence and aims to strengthen the anti-NDA coalition by promoting Rahul Gandhi's message among backward classes. This strategic shift reflects lessons learned from past failures and a focus on unity.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal hailed the newly signed India-UK FTA as a "game-changing" agreement, offering significant opportunities for Indian farmers, businesses, and youth. The comprehensive FTA, awaiting UK Parliamentary approval, aims to eliminate duties on 99% of Indian exports to the UK.
In Lucknow's Kalyanpur, a decade-old grudge culminated in the daylight murder of a 32-year-old man. Police arrested five individuals, including the main accused, Anup alias Sonu Kashyap, who sought revenge for a 2015 incident where the victim allegedly assaulted his mother. The group attacked Manoj Kumar with iron rods and sticks.
Chris Woakes discussed the delivery that injured Rishabh Pant's toe, leading to a fracture and his withdrawal from the ongoing Test series. Woakes suspected Pant might attack, so he bowled a slower, fuller ball that struck Pant's foot unexpectedly. Scans revealed a fracture, and Ishan Kishan is likely to replace him as wicketkeeper.
Ahead of the crucial fourth Test against England, Mohammed Siraj confirmed Jasprit Bumrah's participation while Akash Deep's fitness remains under assessment due to a groin issue. Siraj, a standout performer with 13 wickets in 3 matches, expressed his desire to seize opportunities and play for the country.