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Topic: Children

Sudha Murty flags child influencer trend, urges govt to regulate portrayal of kids on social media

The Rajya Sabha MP argued that this can in the long run affect a child's psychology. She cautioned against children being taken advantage of for money.

Why are children more vulnerable to toxic PM2.5—higher deep-lung deposition rate

The European Environment Agency says that children “take in more air per kilogram of body weight” than adults.

Man who took 17 children hostage in Mumbai’s Powai dies in hospital

The suspect, identified as Rohit Arya, allegedly took the children hostage after inviting them for an audition to RA Studio in Powai. Police say he was injured during the rescue op.

After MP cough syrup deaths, Maharashtra to test liquid medications stocked by hospitals, vendors

Maharashtra FDA has directed all joint commissioners & drug inspectors to submit details of manufacturers in their jurisdictions & collect oral formulation samples.

Lancet report highlights gaps in immunisation—no routine vaccine for 14.4 lakh Indian kids in 2023

India after Nigeria recorded highest number of zero-dose children in 2023. The lack of immunisation against deadly diseases puts children at risk of life-threatening diseases.

SubscriberWrites: Two Childhoods, One Frame—what India’s future deserves

Bridging the gap demands more than policy; it calls for people-powered action to secure every child’s future.

SubscriberWrites: When will we start celebrating our children’s aspirations?

We push children toward marks, not meaning. It’s time we value their passions—not just their scores—and let them grow into who they truly are.

Dementia can take root in childhood. It isn’t just an old age risk

Risk factor exposures in the first decade of life — or even while in the womb — may have lifelong implications for dementia risk.

Protect your child’s sensitive skin. There’s more to it than using mild products

The skin barrier that protects against bacteria and pollutants isn’t fully developed in children. They’re at a greater risk of rash, dryness, and allergic reactions.

UK government unveils bill to improve children’s wellbeing

New measures include unique identifiers, and safeguarding interventions.

On Camera

Goa’s new favourite bar isn’t chasing tourists. It’s fiercely local

A little over a year into operation, after opening in early 2024, Grumps has become one of Goa’s most coveted dining destinations.

To meet fund crunch, Karnataka to auction plots in Bengaluru, raise Rs 4,000 crore

Siddaramaiah govt’s five schemes strain finances as GST changes hit revenues; debt to jump nearly Rs 80,000 crore. State also plans to auction liquor licences & extend bar timings.

Turkiye delivers second MILGEM-class corvette Khaibar to Pakistan Navy, two others in making

Contract for construction of four MILGEM-class ships was signed in 2018. PNS Bedir is to be delivered by June 2026, while PNS Tariq is due for delivery in first quarter of 2027.

Dhurandhar shows hard cinema is soft power and Pakistan is unapologetically the target

If Pathaan gave both conservatives and liberals room to hide, Dhurandhar extends no such courtesy. Aditya Dhar ripped open that tent of hypocrisy and turned the knife.