Children
SMA medicines: Keralam minister defends use of low-cost Indian-made medicines
"The matter needs to be examined immediately as it is a question about the lives of kids," said Health Minister K K Shailaja.
INDIA
India's Supreme Court declares internet access a fundamental right for all including children
The Court noted that the right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) also encompasses the right to know, receive and share information and ideas.
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WORLD
Florida court allows enforcement of social media ban for children under 14
A US appeals court ruled 3-0 that the state’s law restricting social media accounts for younger children can take effect, with parental consent required for users aged 14 and 15.
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INDIA
India's child rights panel initiates probe against Tamil Nadu industrialist over sexual abuse of minor girls
Veeramani, 84, the founder of Gem Granites, was arrested on August 29 in connection with an earlier POCSO case.
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WORLD
WHO flags immunity gaps behind measles outbreaks in South-East Asia
South-East Asia has the world’s highest childhood immunisation coverage, but immunity gaps among children and adolescents continue driving measles outbreaks.
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LIFESTYLE
World Narcolepsy Day: Understanding a sleep disorder that affects millions worldwide
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, people with narcolepsy feel sleepy throughout the day, even when they have had adequate sleep.
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WORLD
“Back to pursuing our dream”: Gaza children return to school in tents
After nearly three years away from classrooms, children in Gaza are returning to makeshift schools amid shortages of basic supplies, damaged buildings and continuing displacement.
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WORLD
Lebanon hostilities keep nearly one lakh children out of school
The UN says damage, insecurity and displacement are preventing children from returning to classrooms as the new school year begins.
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WORLD
Sudan’s displaced families face hunger amid deepening humanitarian crisis
In camps, families are facing severe shortages of basic supplies and healthcare, while malnutrition and disease continue to threaten vulnerable women and children.
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WORLD
EU chief proposes social media ban for under-13s
The EU's 27 member nations will now vote on the proposal, which could spark tensions with US President Donald Trump, who has long criticised Europe's tech regulations.
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WORLD
Nepal Floods: Over 17,000 children need urgent mental health support, says UNICEF
UNICEF said that the psychological impact of the disaster could compound protection risks for vulnerable children, including through social isolation, stigma and reduced access to support services.
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LIFESTYLE
Mental Health First Aid: Understanding the 3L method — Look, Listen and Link
Mental health first aid is built on three pillars, commonly known as the 3Ls: Look, Listen and Link — recognising distress, listening with empathy and connecting people to help.
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INDIA
Karnataka Police rescue 800 children in anti-child labour drive
The drive was conducted by 962 police stations across the state, during which 16,951 premises were checked.
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INDIA
Keralam to conduct health check-ups for children at all 33,120 Anganwadis
The state government is launching 'Balya Spandanam', a programme aimed at ensuring regular and comprehensive health care for Anganwadi children.
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INDIA
Class 11 girl gang-raped inside bus in Delhi; driver, conductor held
The alleged crime took place on August 4, 2026.
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INDIA
Maharashtra hospital fire: CM orders probe, announces ₹5 lakh aid for victim's kin | Highlights
As many as 36 other newborns were rescued after the incident
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