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Indian Star Tortoise is protected under Wildlife Protection Act

Meghalaya has officially kicked off its Census 2027 initiative, initiating a thorough house listing and housing census across its 12 districts. Over the next month, a digitally-driven team of 8,309 enumerators will be collecting essential data on housing conditions, water accessibility, sanitation facilities, and household assets, with operations running until June 14 to ensure no stone is left unturned.

Patna Municipal Corporation is accelerating its Census 2027 house-listing drive. Officials are tackling technical data entry issues with mobile app training for enumerators. While progress is noted in many areas, strict directives are issued for slow-paced blocks. The operation spans 75 wards with extensive supervisor deployment to ensure accurate data collection.

A male Western Hoolock Gibbon was recorded using newly installed canopy bridges over railway tracks in Assam's Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary. This marks the first confirmed use by a gibbon and the first documented use of such a structure over a railway globally, offering hope for isolated arboreal species.

Global professional services networks are shifting recruitment focus. The Big Four firms now seek more AI specialists than corporate auditors. This trend reflects significant investment in automated tools and advising clients on AI transitions. Technical roles like data scientists and machine learning engineers are in high demand. This change restructures traditional business models, automating entry-level tasks and driving tech-heavy hiring.

In a troubling development, Santosh Kumar, a data entry operator at a child development office in Patna, was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs37,100. Reports suggest he was attempting to siphon off a large chunk of funds earmarked for nutrition and eggs meant for 17 Anganwadi centers.

Ella Langley shone brightly at the 61st ACM Awards, capturing five awards and making history as Female Artist of the Year and for her outstanding work on 'Choosin’ Texas.' Meanwhile, Cody Johnson was honored as the Entertainer of the Year, marking a memorable night filled with country music stars.

Americans are increasingly opposing the construction of AI data centers in their communities, with seven in ten expressing opposition. Concerns over environmental impact, resource consumption, and local quality of life are driving this sentiment. While tech giants invest billions, local resistance poses a significant hurdle for AI expansion, potentially influencing local elections.

With the grand finale of Cannes 2026 on the horizon, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is ready to make her long-awaited entrance, having missed the festival's opening days for reasons yet to be revealed. A veteran of the red carpet since her stunning debut in 2002, her appearances are a beloved spectacle for audiences back home in India.

New system covers only four violations so far

For many UK women, menopause is a common journey marked by challenges like hot flashes and sleepless nights. To help manage these symptoms, diet is crucial. Dr. Linia Patel, a leading dietician, stresses the need for a diet that supports gut health, recommending a hearty breakfast rich in fibre and protein.

Ken Rosenthal believes the Boston Red Sox are not ready to become sellers despite their disappointing 19-27 start to the 2026 season. Speaking on Foul Territory, Rosenthal said the weak American League standings still give Boston playoff hope. Trade rumors grew after Aroldis Chapman’s emotional bullpen moment, but Rosenthal expects the Red Sox to stay patient unless things worsen before July’s trade deadline.

The practice of drawing plants in minute, scientific detail is resurging in India, and a growing breed of enthusiasts, on the cusp of art and science, are helping document our flora, deepen observation and support conservation efforts

Google's top scientist Sergei Vassilvitskii is reportedly furious with the EU's proposal to share search data with rivals, warning it risks exposing private user information. He claims their 'red team' can break the EU's anonymization scheme in under two hours, raising serious privacy and security concerns. Regulators will decide by July 27.

Mandatory participation in the census is enforced by the Census Act, 1948, with legal action threatened for providing false information or refusing to share details. Maharashtra saw over 11 lakh households complete self-enumeration, with Pune leading the digital response. Heads of households must present their ID for verification during upcoming field visits.