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NGT Rejects Time-Barred Appeal on Dhasan River Sand Mining

December 29, 2025

NGT Dismisses Challenge to Sand Mining Clearance Cancellation

The Principal Bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in New Delhi has dismissed an appeal challenging the cancellation of environmental clearance for sand mining in the Dhasan river in Jhansi district of Uttar Pradesh. The tribunal ruled that the appeal was barred by limitation and arose from serious violations of environmental clearance conditions, reinforcing the mandatory timelines prescribed under environmental law.

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Disk Collapse Around Young Star Reveals Hidden Organic Chemistry

December 29, 2025

Rare Window into a Planet-Forming System

Astronomers have captured an unusual moment in the early life of a planetary system after a sudden structural change revealed long-hidden molecular signatures. Observations of the young star T Chamaeleontis (T Cha), located about 350 light-years from Earth, show that a temporary collapse in its circumstellar disk exposed complex organic chemistry critical to understanding planet formation.

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Rajasthan Launches ‘e-Swasthya Samvad’ to Digitally Reform Medical Education Governance

December 29, 2025

Digital Governance Push in Rajasthan’s Health Education

The Rajasthan government has launched “e-Swasthya Samvad”, a dedicated digital communication platform designed to strengthen governance and coordination within the state’s medical education system. The initiative reflects Rajasthan’s broader push towards technology-enabled administration to improve healthcare delivery, transparency and institutional efficiency.

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Jayshree Ullal Tops Hurun 2025 as World’s Richest Indian-Origin Professional Manager

December 29, 2025

A Landmark Ranking for Indian-Origin Leadership

Indian-origin technology executive Jayshree Ullal has emerged as the richest Indian-origin professional manager in the world, securing the top position on the Hurun India Rich List 2025. With an estimated net worth of ₹50,170 crore, Ullal’s ranking marks a significant shift in global wealth assessments, where professional managers with substantial equity holdings are increasingly being recognised alongside founders.

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Poland to Build $2.2 Billion Anti-Drone Shield Along Eastern Border

December 29, 2025

Poland Moves to Secure Its Eastern Airspace

Poland has unveiled plans to construct a $2.2 billion multi-layered anti-drone defence system along its eastern frontier, underscoring heightened security concerns linked to Russia’s ongoing military actions in the region. The project reflects Warsaw’s determination to counter emerging aerial threats and protect its airspace amid the prolonged Russia–Ukraine war.

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