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  What began as a race against time to save a young mother struggling to breathe soon turned into a remarkable story of medical excellence and hope at Manipal Hospitals EM Bypass . In a rare and highly challenging intervention, Dr. Dilip Kumar, Director Cath Lab, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Device and Structural Heart Expert, along with his multidisciplinary team, successfully performed a life-saving Balloon Mitral Valvotomy (BMV) on a 26-year-old woman from Bhagalpur carrying twins and battling severe heart failure during the 24th week of pregnancy. The complex procedure not only stabilised the critically ill mother but also safeguarded the lives of her unborn babies, marking a significant milestone in the field of maternal-fetal cardiac care in India. The breakthrough case involved Rojee Kumari, a 26-year-old woman from Bhagalpur, who was referred in an emergency condition during the 24th week of her diamniotic twin pregnancy . She arrived in NYHA Class IV heart f...

This report, compiled by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), examines contributions surpassing Rs 20,000 that were received by national political parties during the financial year 2024-25, based on the information parties by the parties to the Election Commission of India (ECI). The national parties under consideration include the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP),The Indian National Congress (INC), Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)), and the National People's Party (NPEP).  1. Status of Submission of Contribution Reports of National Parties, FY 2024-25  a) The due date for submission of contribution reports for the parties was 30 September 2025.  b) Only BSP, NPEP and AAP submitted their contribution reports on time while INC, CPI(M) and BJP submitted after a delay of 23 days, 66 days and 68 days respectively. 2. Donations above Rs 20,000 to National Parties from all over India, FY 2024-25  a) The total...

  India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a speech on Monday, 23 March, and highlighted the present situation of ongoing conflict in West Asia  and also presented an update on how India is dealing with it. Here are the top points to look upon:-  India maintains ongoing communication with all Gulf States, as well as with Iran, Israel, and the United States. Its major goal is to achieve peace in the region via dialogue and diplomatic efforts. India has addressed the necessity for de-escalation and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.  India has ensure the secure arrival of all vessels transporting vital commodities, including fertilizers, oil, and gas. However, extended global conflicts inevitably result in negative conflicts inevitably result in negative consequences, To enhance it's resilience, India has implements substantial measures in recent years and is currently intensifying these initiatives.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured the nation that...

On April 16, 1853, the inaugural passenger train journey commenced from Bori Bunder (Mumbai) to Thane. In 1951, the Indian Railways was formed through the merger of 42 distinct railways companies functioning within the nation, covering an extensive network of 55,000 Km (34,000 mi). The railway system throughout the country was restructured into six regional zones during 1951-52 for administrative efficiency, which was progressively increases to 18 zones over subsequent years. Reportedly, Indian Railways seems exceptional level of growth and it has the 4th longest rail network in the world. It is a network of 70,000 km and runs about 21, 000 trains, carrying 23 million passengers and 3 million tonnes of freight per day.  As per the PIB (Press Information Bureau), a total of 200 new Vande Bharat trains, 100 Amrit Bharat trains, 50 Namo Bharat rapid rail services, and 17,500 general non- AC coaches set to transform the travel experience for the public within the next 2 to 3 years. Sin...

Interestingly, West Bengal election has always been the  most politically active before and after Independence. So, no political party wishes to forgo any opportunity related to governing the state.  Though, the elections in West Bengal are consistently considered as the most crucial and sensitive elections in the country.  This year's election has sparked widespread discussion due to two primary factors: the Special Intensive Revision and the Enforcement Directorate's raid on the private political consulting firm, I-PAC. Subsequently, the twist in the Bengal battle has turned even more tart as Banerjee's close associates are now affiliated with different parities, namely Suvendhu Adhikari of the BJP and Humayu Kabir of the Janata Unnayan Party (JUP).  The situation has become even more intense following the 2021 elections, which saw a substantial victory for the TMC, along with the outbreak of post-election violence shortly thereafter.  Election-related violenc...

Over the last few months air pollution in India has become a significant issue that needs discussion. However, the strange part is that this topic gets discussed just before Diwali. Therefore, it is crucial for both individuals and the government to acknowledge that air pollution requires attention and appropriate measures to be taken before any devastating consequences arise. The situation that emerged in the capital of India, Delhi - such a scenario could also erupt in other states. Data from the World Health Organization has already specified air pollution in urban and rural regions is generating fine particulate matter, which leads to lung cancer, heart diseases, strokes, and chronic respiratory illnesses.   Kerala, Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, and Meghalaya are the states that consistently maintain clean air. In contrast, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Delhi are frequently listed among the areas with the poorest air quality in India, especially when considering b...

Chhath Puja is believed to have originated in ancient Vedic times, with mentions in texts like the Rig Veda, which include praises of the Sun God. Stories from the epic Mahabharata also link this ritual to the exile of figures like Draupadi and Karna, and according to another legend, Lord Rama and Sita celebrated it after their return to Ayodhya.  This festival is mainly celebrated in the states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh; however its has extended across the globe due to migration. Presently, the festival is also recognized in states that have a considerable Purvanchali (eastern Indian) demographic, which includes Jharkhand, Delhi NCR, West Bengal Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra (notably Mumbai). Global reach: The festival is celebrated with immense enthusiasm by the Indian and Nepalese diaspora in nations such as Mauritius, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Relationship Between Chhati Maiya and Sun  Chhati Maiya, also known as Shashthi Devi, serves as a guardian of Chi...