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Sumit Kumar

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Sumit Kumar is a Photojournalist who mainly works as a reporter for The New Indian. His coverage spans a wide array of topics including education, environment, medical issues, and human interest stories. He also keeps a close watch on political developments and student movements. Additionally, he has a keen interest in reporting on environmental and forest-related issues.
Environment

Plastic Pollution Pact talks in Busan stall over unresolved issues

By Sumit Kumar December 2, 2024

NEW DELHI: Negotiations to ratify a legally binding treaty to curb plastic pollution ended without any consensus in Busan, South Korea. Critical unresolved issues necessitated additional…

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Environment

Enthusiasts spot rare birds during Delhi Winter Bird Count 2024

By Sumit Kumar December 2, 2024

NEW DELHI: Over 100 bird enthusiasts from across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) came together on Sunday for the Delhi Winter Bird Count 2024.…

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Sculptor Naresh Kumawat, crafted Manthan mural inside new Parliament building, is back with his latest creation — a 4-foot statue of magnate Ratan Tata.
News

4-ft statue for towering Tata by sculptor who built Samudra Manthan in Parliament

By Sumit Kumar December 2, 2024

NEW DELHI: Sculptor Naresh Kumawat, who crafted the 75-ft long Samudra Manthan mural inside new Parliament building, is back with his latest creation — a…

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Air pollution has reached terrible degrees, as Delhi crosses 'severe plus' category (TNI photo by Sumit Kumar)
News

Delhi air pollution led to Rs 2,500 cr loss, says industry body; Here’s how…

By Sumit Kumar December 1, 2024

NEW DELHI: Worsening air pollution in Delhi-NCR has led to severe economic repercussions as businesses suffered an estimated Rs 2,500 crore loss in November, according to…

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Health

9,000 HIV cases in Bihar this year; 5,800 in Oct alone; Injectable drug, sex workers reasons for rise

By Sumit Kumar December 1, 2024

NEW DELHI: A study by the Bihar State AIDS Control Society has said that Patna has become the epicentre of Bihar’s HIV cases while the state…

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Entertainment

No Bangladesh representation at Kolkata International Film Festival, France takes focus

By Sumit Kumar December 1, 2024

NEW DELHI: The 30th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) is set to captivate audiences with a diverse array of cinematic works, showcasing approximately 180 films from…

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India

Digital surveillance in Jim Corbett National Park targets women: Study

By Sumit Kumar December 1, 2024

NEW DELHI: A recent study has uncovered a disturbing misuse of surveillance technologies in Jim Corbett National Park which was originally intended for wildlife conservation. The…

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Drishti IAS has recently announced the relocation of its controversial Mukherjee Nagar centre to Noida’s Sector 15.
Drishti IAS has recently announced the relocation of its controversial Mukherjee Nagar centre to Noida’s Sector 15.
Education

Under attack by students, millionaire Divyakriti stealthily shifts his IAS academy to Noida

By Sumit Kumar November 30, 2024

Drishti IAS has recently announced the relocation of its controversial Mukherjee Nagar centre to Noida’s Sector 15.

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Congress Working Committee adopts resolution amid Winter Session stalemate.
Congress Working Committee adopts resolution amid Winter Session stalemate.
News

Congress Working Committee adopts resolution amid Winter Session stalemate

By Sumit Kumar November 30, 2024

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge urged party workers to start preparing for the upcoming Delhi and Bihar elections next year during the CWC meeting.

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Health

First isolated case of Japanese Encephalitis reported in Delhi; No outbreak detected

By Sumit Kumar November 29, 2024

NEW DELHI: A 72-year-old man from Uttam Nagar, West Delhi, has been reported to have an isolated case of Japanese Encephalitis (JE), according to officials…

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Entertainment

Ed Sheeran to return to India in 2025 with Mathematics Tour

By Sumit Kumar November 29, 2024

NEW DELHI: Renowned British musician Ed Sheeran is all set to make a grand return to India in 2025 with his highly anticipated Mathematics Tour.…

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News

Navjot Sidhu faces backlash over cancer treatment claims; CCS issues Rs 850 Cr notice

By Sumit Kumar November 29, 2024

NEW DELHI: The Chhattisgarh Civil Society (CCS) has issued a Rs 850 crore notice to Navjot Kaur, wife of senior Congress leader and former cricketer…

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