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Govt bars Central employees from changing CGHS parent/in-law option later

NEW DELHI: Central government employees choosing either their parents or parents-in-law as dependents for availing medical facilities under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) and Central Services (Medical Attendance) Rules, 1944, will not be allowed to change the option later, according to a fresh order issued by the Union health ministry.In an office memorandum issued…

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Nirmal Narvekar, Harvard’s $57 billion Indian-American money manager, bows out

Photo credit: Harvard Alumni TOI correspondent from Washington: Nirmal Narvekar, the Indian-American financier who spent nearly a decade reshaping the investment machinery behind Harvard University’s colossal $57 billion endowment, is preparing to retire, closing one of the most consequential – and controversial – chapters in modern university finance.Known on Wall Street and in Ivy League…

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5 mindful tips for beginners

There is something timeless about the fragrance of jasmine in a home. Whether it is growing near a balcony railing, beside a gate, or in a small terrace garden, jasmine instantly changes the mood of a space. Its soft white flowers and sweet scent are deeply connected with festivals, evening prayers, and even daily routines….

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No feud with KC Venugopal? Kerala CM-designate VD Satheesan breaks silence

VD Satheesan with KC Venugopal (Image/PTI) NEW DELHI: Kerala chief minister-designate VD Satheesan on Saturday rejected reports of any feud with senior Congress leader KC Venugopal after meeting him at his residence. He asserted that the organisational and cabinet-related decisions were being taken jointly through consultations.The oath-taking ceremony of the new Congress-led UDF government will…

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The gross slime hiding in your water bottle cap and why you need to wash it daily

Your trusty reusable water bottle might be a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. Image Credit: Gemini A water bottle that you reuse is with you all over the place. It is proudly displayed on your desk, is a shotgun in your vehicle and even takes you to your gym; it stays by the bedside…

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Which one is actually easier on the stomach?

Rice flour is naturally gluten-free. Gluten is a protein found in wheat that gives dough its elasticity and chewiness. For many people, gluten is digested without any issue. But for others, especially those with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or certain digestive conditions, wheat can feel heavy and irritating. Rice flour, on the other hand, is…

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Donald Trump may have made Nvidia CEO join him on Beijing trip at 11th hour, but China’s stand on American chips remains clear: Thanks, but…

US President Donald Trump and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang (from left) I Credits: X/@GENTomSGates83 Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s last-minute scramble onto Air Force One in Alaska was supposed to signal a thaw. Two days later, as Donald Trump’s Beijing summit with Xi Jinping wrapped up, the Nvidia chief was flying home with the same problem…

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Top divorce lawyer says he hopes every marriage ‘ends in death’ and the internet is stunned by the reason

Divorce lawyer James Sexton advocates for marriages to endure until death, emphasizing that lasting unions require more than just love. He highlights the importance of growing together, remaining authentic, and choosing connection amidst life’s inevitable changes. Sexton suggests a weekly ‘walk and talk’ ritual to foster emotional connection and prevent resentment, a habit many find…

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Rahul Gandhi says NEET paper leak ‘betrayed’ 22 lakh aspirants

NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday intensified his attack on the Centre over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak row, demanding the removal of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.Taking to X, Rahul Gandhi said, “Twenty-two lakh NEET kids have been cheated. Yet Modi ji isn’t uttering a single word. Remove Dharmendra Pradhan ji right…

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‘Not too many smart heads there’- Ambati Rayudu questions CSK leadership

Chennai Super Kings (AP Photo) Former India batter Ambati Rayudu believes Chennai Super Kings missed calm and experienced heads on the field during their heavy seven-wicket defeat against Lucknow Super Giants on Friday, especially when young pacer Anshul Kamboj came under relentless attack from Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran. CSK’s bowling attack had no answers…

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