Fact CheckFact Check: Is 70% of Karnataka's youth really 'addicted' to Instagram?
A viral claim by a child rights body has terrified parents. We dig into the data, the methodology, and the reality of 'screen addiction' metrics.
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resourceA Drug-Free India. It starts with one 'NO'.
Schools and colleges are the new battleground. See how this campaign is protecting youth from synthetic drugs.
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resourceThe Other Lifeline: 1800-11-0031 is also there for you
In emergencies, redundancy saves lives. The National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) offers another crucial toll-free route for addiction support.
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policyThe Vape Mist: Why India's complete ban on E-cigarettes failed
India banned vaping in 2019 under the PECA Act. Six years later, vapes are as easy to buy as chewing gum. What went wrong?
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healthThe 13-Year-Old Smoker: Why India's addiction crisis is starting in middle school
A shocking new national survey reveals that substance abuse is no longer a 'college problem.' It is starting in Class 7.
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crimeThe ₹50,000 Debt Trap: How Chennai's teens are losing fortunes on IPL betting
A disturbing trend of high-stakes betting has hit high schools. Students are borrowing from loan apps to fund their addiction.
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