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US Approves First At-Home Brain Stimulation Device for Depression

December 13, 2025

United States Approves First At-Home Device for Treating Depression

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the country’s first at-home medical device for treating depression, marking a significant shift in mental health care delivery. Developed by Flow Neuroscience, the prescription headset—named FL-100—allows adults with moderate to severe depression to receive treatment outside traditional clinical settings. The device is expected to enter the US market by mid-2026.

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UAE Reinforces Work-Life Balance With January 1, 2026 Paid Leave

December 13, 2025

UAE Announces Paid New Year Holiday for Private Sector Workforce

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially declared 1 January 2026 as a paid New Year holiday for private sector employees, reaffirming its commitment to workforce well-being and balanced labour practices. The announcement was issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) and aligns with the UAE Cabinet’s approved public holiday calendar.

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Arunachal Pradesh Climbs to 17th Rank in Parakh Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024

December 13, 2025

Arunachal Pradesh Registers Sharp Rise in National Learning Rankings

Arunachal Pradesh has achieved a significant breakthrough in school education, securing the 17th position in the Parakh Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024. The ranking marks a decisive improvement for the northeastern state, which had previously been placed among the lower-performing regions in national learning assessments. State authorities have attributed the progress to sustained reforms and focused implementation of education policies.

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TIME Names “Architects of AI” as 2025 Person of the Year

December 13, 2025

TIME’s 2025 Person of the Year: The Architects of Artificial Intelligence

TIME magazine has named “The Architects of AI” as its 2025 Person of the Year, recognising individuals who are shaping artificial intelligence at the intersection of technology, governance and global power. The choice reflects AI’s transformation from a niche innovation into a force influencing daily life, geopolitics and economic systems. Among those honoured are Indian-American leaders Karandeep Anand and Sriram Krishnan, whose work represents contrasting but complementary dimensions of AI’s rise.

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IMF Adds Fresh Reform Burden as Pakistan Faces 64 Conditions Under $7 Billion Programme

December 13, 2025

IMF Imposes Fresh Conditions on Pakistan, Deepening Reform Pressure

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has imposed 11 additional conditions on Pakistan under the second review of its $7 billion bailout programme, intensifying scrutiny of Islamabad’s economic management and governance standards. With these additions, the total number of conditions attached to the programme has reached 64 within just 18 months, reflecting persistent concerns over reform delivery and institutional weaknesses.

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