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Singapore to enhance health services in north amid higher rates of chronic illness Singapore, Oct 13 (IANS) Singapore’s northern region faces higher rates of chronic illnesses compared with the rest of the country, prompting the government to strengthen local health services, Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung has said. Currently, the three northern towns have 34 Community Health Posts, namely neighborhood touchpoints providing health services, but the number will rise to 39, Ong announced at an event on the region’s health situation on Sunday. These posts will also operate more regularly over time, he said. “Today it is uneven —…

Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party chief and Cabinet Minister in Uttar Pradesh government, Om Prakash Rajbhar, demanded “4-5 seats” from NDA or warned to break away from the alliance and contest on all seats in the Bihar Assembly elections. Speaking with ANI, the UP Minister expressed dissatisfaction with the NDA after his party wasn’t offered a single seat to contest from in Bihar. He alleged that the BJP did not uphold “Gathbndhan Dharma.” Rajhbhar further said that SBSP will form a front in Bihar and contest on all the seats.…

Karnataka Labour Minister Santosh Lad warns companies against non-compliance as the state prepares to implement one-day paid menstrual leave for women employees.Karnataka granted a menstrual leave policy for women employees, with companies required to comply or face action. Labour Minister Santosh Lad emphasised that the policy is not only a legal mandate but also a humanitarian necessity. He urged companies to recognise the challenges faced by women at work and implement the policy sensitively.Also Read:Karnataka becomes first state to mandate paid menstrual leave for all working womenThe policy, approved by the Congress-led government, grants one day of paid menstrual leave…

South Korea: Ex-President Yoon absent from insurrection trial for 14th consecutive session Seoul, Oct 13 (IANS) Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was absent from his insurrection trial for the 14th consecutive session on Monday. The bench at the Seoul Central District Court said it will proceed with the trial in his absence, given the detention centre where Yoon is being held has sent notice it is difficult to bring him in by force. The bench also warned, however, that the defendant will have to bear any disadvantages arising from his absence and that it would be “good” if…

In Kishanganj, the only Bihar district to share a border with West Bengal and Nepal, just two objections were filed against electors during the Election Commission’s (EC) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) on the basis of suspected non-citizen status, an analysis of the objections published on the state Chief Electoral Officer’s website shows.The final electoral roll published on September 30 shows that the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) rejected the objections as both the individuals, a male and a female elector of a single polling booth, made it to the roll. Started on June 24 with an EC order, the SIR involved…

South Korean court allows broadcast of CCTV footage showing ex-PM Han at presidential office Seoul, Oct 13 (IANS) A Seoul court said on Monday it has allowed the broadcast of surveillance camera footage allegedly showing former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo picking up martial law-related documents at the presidential office last December. The bench overseeing Han’s insurrection trial at the Seoul Central District Court said during the second hearing that the footage will be examined as evidence and shown to the public, as the special counsel team prosecuting Han has claimed its broadcast is possible even though it is classified as…

Packing for a trip often feels like a balancing act between essentials and space savers. Clothes, shoes, and toiletries take up plenty of room, and bulky styling tools can be the hardest to fit into your luggage. That’s why many people are turning to compact styling solutions, with the Laifen mini offering the perfect blend of portability and performance. It proves that you don’t need a full-size dryer to achieve salon-quality results, whether you’re at home, in a hotel, or even freshening up after the gym. Why Size Doesn’t Mean Sacrificing Quality For years, small hair dryers were seen as…

In a major boost to Team India’s preparations for the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia, veteran stalwarts Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shreyas Iyer are set to reunite with the squad in New Delhi ahead of their departure on October 15. The high-profile series — featuring three ODIs and five T20Is — marks the return of India’s senior pros, led by new ODI skipper Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that the Indian contingent will travel in a single batch from Delhi to Perth, where the series will begin…

Seven hostages handed over to Israeli forces after two years in Hamas captivity Jerusalem, Oct 13 (IANS) Seven Israeli hostages have been handed over to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and are now on their way home after over two years in Hamas captivity. The seven include Gali and Ziv Berman, Matan Angrest, Alon Ohel, Omri Miran, Eitan Mor and Guy Gilboa-Dallal. The Red Cross handed over the hostages to the Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip. In a post on X, the IDF said, “Returning to Their Borders. Seven returning hostages have now met IDF and Shin Bet forces…

IND vs WI: In a series largely controlled by India, West Indies opener John Campbell emerged as the lone bright spot for the visitors on Day 4 of the second Test in Delhi. Campbell crafted a composed and record-laden maiden Test century, scoring 115 runs off 199 balls, including 12 boundaries and three sixes, before being dismissed lbw by Ravindra Jadeja in the 64th over. A Standout Performance Against the Odds Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Campbell’s innings was a blend of patience and controlled aggression, standing out in a series where India had enforced the follow-on on…