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The Times of India 3 girls are forced into child marriage per minute in India: Study

The 'India Child Protection' study reveals 3 girls married per minute in 2022, with only 3 cases registered daily. Assam saw an 81% decline in child marriages from 2021-24 with over 3000 arrests. Poor prosecution, 19-year case backlog, and low conviction rates under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act were noted. CMFI prevented 14,137 marriages in 2023-24, with 98% approval.

The Times of India Common blood thinner can be affordable antidote for cobra venom

Heparin stops necrosis from cobra bites, potentially improving survival rates, say University of Sydney and Liverpool researchers. Published in Science Translational Medicine, it neutralises toxins. Annually, snake bites cause 1.4 lakh deaths, 4 lakh long-term effects in India, Africa. Professors Neely and Casewell noted heparin's impact versus current antivenoms, aligning with WHO's 2030 goal. Quick implementation possible.

The Times of India Horoscope today: Read your astrological predictions

Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for July 18, 2024. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you today.

The Times of India 'Hard work does not...': Hardik shares transformative images

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya has staged a remarkable comeback, overcoming injury and controversy to play a pivotal role in India's ICC T20 World Cup triumph. His journey from injury during the 50-over World Cup to leading India to victory in T20 cricket highlights his perseverance and dedication. Pandya's physical transformation, documented on social media, contributed to his stellar performance in the T20 World Cup, scoring 144 runs at an average of 48.00 and taking 11 crucial wickets.

The Times of India Curious case of Jyoti Mishra: The 'Phantom' IFS officer

Suresh Narain Mishra, a sub-inspector with the UP Police, felt immense pride two years ago when his daughter, Jyoti, passed the prestigious civil services exam. The achievement brought him numerous congratulatory calls, while Jyoti became a media sensation as a small-town girl who had achieved a remarkable feat. However, their joy was short-lived. The Indian Embassy in Madrid, Spain, revealed that the world Jyoti had presented was based on falsehood and deceit. Mishra's pride quickly turned into despair as the truth about his daughter's fabricated success came to light.

The Times of India Bigg Boss OTT 3's Chandrika Dixit on her viral video of earning Rs 40 k per day

Chandrika Dixit Gera, a contestant on Bigg Boss OTT, clarified her statement about earning Rs 40,000 per day selling Vadapav. She discussed the challenges of running her business and addressed criticism of her lifestyle choices. Chandrika highlighted the efforts of her family in managing the business.