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In any thriving democracy, an informed citizenry forms the backbone of governance. Free and independent news is not merely a source of information—it is a crucial pillar that sustains accountability, transparency, and civic engagement. Independent media outlets like Public Prime News Network play an indispensable role in ensuring that citizens are not only aware of events but also equipped to make informed decisions that shape the future of their society. The primary strength of independent news lies in its ability to provide unbiased and accurate reporting. Unlike state-controlled media or channels influenced by political or corporate interests, independent news organizations operate without external pressures that may compromise their objectivity. By prioritizing facts over agendas, they create a platform where citizens can access information that is credible, diverse, and reflective of multiple perspectives. This impartiality is essential in a democracy, where decisions—from voting in elections to engaging in civic discourse—depend on truth rather than propaganda. Beyond reporting facts, independent media serves as a watchdog that holds institutions accountable. Investigative journalism uncovers corruption, misuse of power, and social injustices, often prompting public debate and government action. Platforms like Public Prime News Network amplify the voices of ordinary citizens, ensuring that societal issues are addressed and that authorities are reminded of their responsibility toward the people. In this way, independent journalism not only informs but also empowers communities to demand transparency and justice. Moreover, independent news fosters public engagement by promoting dialogue and debate. In a democracy, citizens must engage critically with policies, social developments, and political events. By presenting diverse viewpoints and encouraging discussions, independent media nurtures an informed electorate capable of critical thinking. This is particularly important in an age of information overload, where misinformation and fake news can distort public perception. Reliable outlets like Public Prime News Network act as navigational beacons, guiding audiences toward factual reporting and thoughtful analysis. The rise of digital media has further expanded the reach and influence of independent news. Online platforms enable real-time reporting, interactive discussions, and multimedia storytelling, making information more accessible and engaging. Citizens can now participate actively in shaping narratives, contributing eyewitness accounts, or sharing local stories that might otherwise go unnoticed. Public Prime News Network embraces this evolution by combining traditional journalistic rigor with digital innovation, ensuring that the public remains informed, connected, and empowered. In conclusion, independent news is more than a medium—it is the lifeblood of modern democracy. Outlets like Public Prime News Network safeguard truth, uphold accountability, and foster informed citizen participation. In doing so, they strengthen democratic values, protect societal integrity, and empower individuals to actively shape the future of their communities. In a world where information is power, independent journalism ensures that power remains in the hands of the people, guided by knowledge, transparency, and truth.
A 44-year-old man ignored severe stomach pain he had one weekend, after a barbecue party with family and friends, thinking it may be due to a "dodgy sausage" he had eaten. But when the pain only increased, Matt Eamer went to the emergency services only to discover a big blockage in his intestine, which was later diagnosed as stage 4 bowel cancer. Matt said it happened when he was enjoying his son’s second birthday party when suddenly he felt a spiky pain in his tummy. While he took a painkiller to take care of the stomach cramps, he continued to feel awful. His wife, Sarah, then insisted and took him to a hospital near their home in Surrey, where detailed tests confirmed the blockage and subsequently also reported cancer. Stomach pain, which some describe as 'gripping', is one of the first red flag symptoms of bowel cancer. He later underwent surgery to remove the mass along with six months of intense chemotherapy. However, during surgery to cut away part of his liver, surgeons also told him that cancer had spread to his peritoneum – the lining of the abdominal wall. Doctors said Matt had a BRAF mutation – a genetic alteration that causes uncontrolled cell growth – and his cancer continued to grow and spread with lightning speed. Matt was given just months to live, but then he began taking newly approved immunotherapy drugs known as cetuximab infusion and pills – emcorafenib. Since then, he has responded well to the medicines. “I can still remember the person's voice when she phoned and said, 'The plan for your diagnosis has changed. They said, 'We're talking months, not years, from a survival point of view.' Hitting five years with stage four is a rarity,” Matt told The Sun.
A five-year-old British girl was living a normal life till she started complaining of a headache, which only became worse with time. A visit to the doctor got her a paracetamol prescription—but later she was diagnosed with an untreatable brain tumour. Rosie Hassall’s parents said she began having a pain in her forehead late last year. Initially, they ignored it, thinking it was routine, but they soon noticed her left eye appeared delayed and booked an optician's and a doctor's appointment. When neither found anything wrong, she was given medicine. But slowly, Rosie's headaches worsened to the point that it became painful for her to laugh, sneeze, or even cry. She was eventually referred for an MRI, which revealed a tumour on her brain known as a pediatric bithalamic glioma – a rare genetic abnormality.
Global Markets Today: Asian markets started the week on a mixed note as investors monitored U.S.-China discussions in Spain and awaited key economic data from Beijing. On Sunday in Madrid, U.S. and Chinese officials began talks covering national security, trade, and economic issues, including the looming deadline for TikTok’s divestment and U.S. tariffs. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.75 per cent at the open, while South Korea’s Kospi gained 0.67 per cent to hit a record high of 3,420.23, its 10th consecutive day of gains. The Kosdaq also edged up 0.4 per cent. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index was set for a slightly weaker open, with futures at 26,380 compared to the prior close of 26,388.16. Markets in Japan and Malaysia remained shut for a holiday. U.S. stock market today U.S. equity futures held largely steady in early Asian trading as investors awaited this week’s Federal Reserve meeting, hoping for an interest rate cut when it concludes on Wednesday. On Friday in the U.S., the Nasdaq Composite hit a new record high, marking its second straight week of gains with a 2 per cent rise. The S&P 500 advanced 1.6 per cent for the week, its strongest performance since early August, while the Dow climbed 1 per cent, breaking a three-week losing streak. The rally was fueled by recent economic data indicating a cooling labor market and subdued inflation, which strengthened expectations of a Fed rate cut. Investors are closely watching the Fed’s meeting scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, with traders anticipating a 25-basis-point rate cut following recent data pointing to persistent softness in hiring and reduced inflation pressures. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only. The views and recommendations above are those of individual analysts or broking companies, not Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before making any investment decisions.
Papaya is very good for health. There is no doubt about that. It not only offers many health benefits but also reduces many health problems. It is often advised to eat papaya to get relief from stomach problems. But, did you know that this fruit can be harmful to some people? Who should not eat this fruit? Let's learn about some of the side effects of eating papaya. People with low blood sugar It is advised to eat papaya to lower blood sugar levels. But if you have low blood sugar levels, you should avoid eating papaya. Eating papaya by people with low blood sugar levels can increase their heart rate. Who should not eat papaya? Let's learn about some of the side effects of eating papaya. Papaya: Delicious but Risky? Know the health risks and side effects Papaya is very good for health. There is no doubt about that. It not only offers many health benefits but also reduces many health problems. It is often advised to eat papaya to get relief from stomach problems. But, did you know that this fruit can be harmful to some people? Who should not eat this fruit? Let's learn about some of the side effects of eating papaya. Papaya: Delicious but Risky? Know the health risks and side effects People with low blood sugar It is advised to eat papaya to lower blood sugar levels. But if you have low blood sugar levels, you should avoid eating papaya. Eating papaya by people with low blood sugar levels can increase their heart rate. Papaya for weight loss: Here are 2 ways to eat THIS fruit to cut fat Harmful if you have kidney stones If you have kidney stones, you should avoid eating papaya. Eating papaya can make kidney stones bigger. That's why eating papaya is forbidden for people with stones. Papaya can cause allergic reactions If you have any allergies, do not include papaya in your diet. The enzyme chitinase found in papaya can be harmful to your health. This enzyme can cause difficulty in breathing or coughing. Pregnant women should be careful Pregnant women should not eat papaya. The latex in papaya can cause pregnancy problems. If you also don't want to face such problems, include papaya in your diet carefully.
White Hair Causes: Have you ever wondered why even young children and teenagers have started getting white hair? This is not just a sign of aging. There is a reason behind it, which is related to the health and nutrition of your body. If attention is not paid in time, then hair can turn white quickly Nowadays, even small children and teenagers are getting troubled by the problem of premature white hair. Earlier people used to consider it a sign of aging, but in reality it is also a sign of lack of vitamins and nutrients in the body. Especially due to lack of vitamin B12, hair starts turning white early. Stress, lack of sleep and wrong eating habits can also cause this. If the right diet, adequate water and natural hair care are adopted, then hair can be prevented from turning white before time and their strength and natural color remains for a long time. Causes of white hair Hair colour depends on melanin. When there is a deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body, the production of melanin decreases and hair starts turning grey prematurely. Vitamin B12 is very important for the formation of red blood cells and the nervous system. Its deficiency causes hair to become weak and turn grey before age How to Overcome Vitamin B12 Deficiency First consult a doctor and get a blood test done. After the test, take supplements or medicines as advised by the doctor. Along with this, include foods in your diet that provide B12 naturally, such as: Egg Milk and dairy products Meats and fish Mushroom These help in fulfilling the deficiency of B12 in the body and keep the hair healthy. Hide gray hair naturally Chemical dyes can weaken and damage hair. Instead, you can opt for natural alternatives, such as: Henna paste: Makes hair black and shiny Herbal paste: Maintains hair strength and natural color This also reduces the problem of roughness and breakage of hair. Prevention with a healthy diet and lifestyle Vitamin B12 alone is not enough for hair health. A balanced diet, adequate water and a stress-free lifestyle are also important. Eating green vegetables, fruits and a protein-rich diet daily keeps the hair strong and the natural colour remains for a long time.
A 40-year-old man died of a sudden cardiac arrest minutes after sending his manager a routine sick leave message. According to his manager KV Iyyer, who made a post on X about the incident, Shankar, the man who passed, had been with the company for six years and was known to be “healthy and fit.” He was married, had a young child, and lived a disciplined lifestyle, avoiding both smoking and alcohol, the post read.
A senior Finance Ministry official was killed and his wife injured when a BMW hit their motorcycle in the Delhi Cantonment area on Sunday, police said. The victim has been identified as Navjot Singh, 57, who was posted as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs under the Finance Ministry. His wife is reported to have suffered serious injuries.
The post quickly gained traction, igniting a conversation on growing rate of cardiac arrests in India. "Shocking indeed and also very tragic considering his age and family. May his aatma attain sadgati. Om shanti," a user wrote. "Extremely tragic. Also, nice of you to visit him personally. May his soul rest in peace," another user commented.
A woman, along with her lover, murdered her husband in Uttar Pradesh's Maharajganj district and dumped his body 25 kilometres away by the roadside to make it look like an accident, police told India Today TV. Both the woman, Neha, and her alleged lover, Jitendra, have confessed to the murder and are in police custody. Police revealed Nageshwar had previously been jailed under the NDPS Act for drug-related offences. During this period, Jitendra developed a relationship with Neha. After Nageshwar's release, he opposed their affair, but by then Neha and Jitendra were deeply involved, and Neha had decided to leave her husband. Police attempts at reconciliation failed, and Neha moved out. In her statement, Neha described her frustration with the marriage and alleged harassment by her husband. She told police she no longer wanted to live with Nageshwar, and although divorce proceedings were ongoing, he refused to let her go. He repeatedly harassed her with calls from different numbers and often confronted Jitendra, causing daily fights. Fed up, Neha and Jitendra plotted the murder. "Based on the father's complaint, we registered a case and interrogated the accused. They confessed to the crime. The deceased and Jitendra were from the same village and worked together. After Nageshwar went to jail under NDPS Act, Jitendra grew close to Neha. When Nageshwar came out, he became an obstacle in their relationship, so the two killed him together," Inspector Akhilesh Verma told India Today TV.
A Japanese court recently ruled that a cosmetic company and its president were responsible for the death of an employee and must now pay 150 million yen ( ₹90 crore approximately) as compensation to her family. The court also decreed that the president must resign from his position. Suicide attempt In August 2022, Satomi attempted to take her own life. The suicide attempt left her unconscious. She died in October 2023. Months before her death, in July 2023, her parents sued the company and its president, seeking damages. In May 2024, the Mita labor standards inspection office recognised a causal link between the president’s harassment, Satomi’s depression, and her death. This recognition allowed her death to be classified as a work-related accident. Court’s judgement The Tokyo District Court said in its ruling on September 9, 2025 that D-UP should admit that harassment from its president led to the employee’s death. The court also said that the president should resign while awarding 150 million yen as compensation to Satomi’s family. Mitsuru Sakai, the president of D-UP, resigned on Wednesday. In a statement on its website, D-UP apologised to the victim’s family. “We apologize to our former employee who passed away and to her family. We will work to review and improve our internal systems and workplace environment,” it said.
US President Donald Trump on Sunday condemned the killing of an Indian-origin man, Chandra Nagamallaiah, who was beheaded by an "illegal alien" from Cuba in front of his wife and son, calling it "terrible." The Republican leader emphasised that "time for being soft" on illegal immigrant criminals is over under his watch, vowing to take action against the killer. The US president added that the Cuban killer will be "prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law" and "charged with murder in the first degree." "Rest assured, the time for being soft on these Illegal Immigrant Criminals is OVER under my watch! Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Attorney General Pam Bondi, Border Czar Tom Homan, and many others in my Administration, are doing an incredible job in, MAKING AMERICA SAFE AGAIN. This criminal, who we have in custody, will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the Law. He will be charged with murder in the first degree!," he said.