The Supreme Court is set to investigate the alleged environmental violations in Himalayan development projects, suspected of causing recent devastating floods and landslides. The court issued notices to multiple government bodies and states, expressing concern over illegal deforestation. The PIL seeks an SIT to determine the causes of these disasters and suggest protective measures for the Himalayan ecology.
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A Ukrainian lawmaker and former speaker of parliament, Andriy Parubiy, was fatally shot in Lviv, prompting a swift condemnation from President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky denounced the killing as a "horrific murder" and pledged a thorough investigation into the incident. Authorities have mobilized all available resources to investigate the crime and apprehend the perpetrator, as confirmed by the president.
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India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has declined to 1.9 in 2023, below the replacement level of 2.1, while rural India's TFR reached the replacement rate for the first time. Bihar recorded the highest TFR at 2.8, and Delhi had the lowest at 1.2. The Gross Reproduction Rate (GRR) for India is estimated at 0.
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Gurgaon faced chaos on Monday. Heavy rainfall caused roads to submerge. Vehicles stalled, leading to severe traffic jams. Key areas like IFFCO Chowk and Hero Honda Chowk were heavily affected. Commuters experienced hours-long delays. Emergency services struggled to navigate the flooded streets. The city's drainage issues were highlighted once again. Residents are demanding better infrastructure.
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