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ADC Baramulla unveils official T-shirt, medal, website for Zoon Run 2026

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ADC Baramulla unveils official T-shirt, medal, website for Zoon Run 2026

Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Baramulla, Pranjal J Hazarika, on Wednesday unveiled the official T-shirt and medal of the second edition of the Zoon Run and also launched the event’s official website at a function here. 

The unveiling ceremony was attended by District Information Officer Baramulla Iftikhar Ahmad, Zonal Head J&K Bank Tanweer Ahmed Najar, sports enthusiasts, organisers and other stakeholders associated with the event.

ADC Hazarika wished all the best to the organisers. 

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How Indian Pharma Companies Are Strengthening Domestic Healthcare Access Post-Pandemic

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How Indian Pharma Companies Are Strengthening Domestic Healthcare Access Post-Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of resilient healthcare systems, reliable medicine supply chains, and accessible healthcare solutions. While the immediate healthcare emergency has passed, its impact continues to shape how healthcare is delivered and accessed across India. Improving access to medicines, promoting preventive care, and supporting everyday health needs have become important priorities for healthcare stakeholders across the country. 

Today, a pharma company in India is contributing not only to medicine manufacturing but also to strengthening healthcare accessibility through consumer healthcare products, expanded distribution networks, and greater focus on self-care and preventive health. As healthcare needs continue to evolve, pharmaceutical companies are playing an increasingly important role in supporting stronger healthcare systems and healthier communities. 

Against this backdrop, companies such as Piramal Pharma Limited continue to contribute to domestic healthcare access through a growing portfolio of trusted healthcare solutions that support consumers across different stages of their health journey. 

Understanding Healthcare Access in a Post-Pandemic Environment 

Healthcare access extends beyond hospitals and clinical treatment. It also includes the availability of medicines, self-care solutions, health information, and preventive healthcare products that help individuals manage their health effectively. 

In recent years, healthcare awareness has increased significantly as consumers have become more conscious of personal well-being, hygiene, immunity, and preventive care. This shift has created greater demand for accessible healthcare solutions that support everyday health management. 

As a result, improving healthcare accessibility remains a key priority for policymakers, healthcare providers, and the broader pharmaceutical industry. 

Why Domestic Healthcare Access Matters 

Strong healthcare systems depend on timely access to quality healthcare solutions. When consumers can access trusted medicines and healthcare products more easily, they are better equipped to address common health concerns, support preventive care, and manage long-term wellness. 

Improved healthcare access can also contribute to better health outcomes by encouraging earlier intervention and greater health awareness. This makes accessibility an important consideration for both healthcare systems and the healthcare pharmaceutical sector. 

For a pharma company in India, supporting domestic healthcare access represents an opportunity to contribute to both public health goals and community well-being. 

Key Ways Pharma Companies Are Improving Healthcare Access 

Pharmaceutical companies are supporting healthcare accessibility through several important initiatives that extend beyond traditional medicine manufacturing. 

One important area is the expansion of consumer healthcare portfolios that provide easier access to products supporting everyday health needs. These products help consumers address common health concerns while encouraging preventive care and self-management. 

Companies are also strengthening distribution networks to improve product availability across urban and semi-urban markets. Improved distribution helps ensure that consumers have access to trusted healthcare solutions when they need them. 

In addition, many organizations are increasing efforts to promote health awareness and encourage informed healthcare decisions. These initiatives contribute to greater understanding of preventive care, self-care, and overall well-being. 

Together, these efforts are helping the pharmaceutical industry support broader healthcare accessibility across India. 

The Growing Importance of Consumer Healthcare 

Consumer healthcare has become an increasingly important component of modern healthcare systems. As consumers take a more proactive approach to managing their health, demand for accessible healthcare and wellness solutions continues to grow. 

Consumer healthcare products support a wide range of needs, including personal hygiene, nutritional support, pain management, gastrointestinal health, and self-care. By making these solutions more widely available, pharmaceutical companies can help individuals play a more active role in maintaining their well-being. 

This growing emphasis on preventive care is creating new opportunities for the healthcare pharmaceutical sector to support healthcare outcomes beyond traditional treatment settings. 

How Piramal Pharma Limited is Contributing to Domestic Healthcare Access 

Piramal Pharma Limited continues to strengthen its Consumer Healthcare business through a portfolio of products that support everyday health and well-being. The company offers solutions across categories including pain management, gastrointestinal care, hygiene, skincare, vitamins and supplements, women’s care, baby care, and kids’ wellness. 

Through established consumer brands and broad market reach, Piramal Pharma Limited serves millions of consumers across India every month. By providing access to trusted healthcare and wellness solutions, the company continues to support consumers in managing a wide range of everyday healthcare needs. 

Its continued focus on quality, accessibility, and consumer trust reflects the broader role that a pharma company in India can play in strengthening healthcare access across communities. 

The Role of Healthcare and Wellness in Building Healthier Communities 

The growing focus on preventive care has reinforced the importance of maintaining long-term health and well-being. Consumers are increasingly seeking solutions that help them support their overall health rather than focusing solely on the treatment of illness. 

Access to quality healthcare and wellness products can help individuals make informed health decisions and take a more proactive approach to managing their well-being. This trend is expected to remain an important driver of growth across the healthcare pharmaceutical sector. 

As awareness continues to increase, healthcare and wellness solutions will play an increasingly important role in supporting healthier communities across India. 

The Future of Healthcare Accessibility in India 

India’s healthcare landscape continues to evolve as healthcare providers, policymakers, and the pharmaceutical industry work together to improve access and strengthen healthcare outcomes. 

Advances in manufacturing, supply chain infrastructure, consumer healthcare, and digital engagement are creating new opportunities to make healthcare solutions more accessible to a larger population. Companies that combine quality, innovation, and accessibility will continue to play an important role in supporting these efforts. 

For every pharma company in India, improving healthcare access will remain an important priority as the country works toward stronger and more inclusive healthcare systems. 

Conclusion 

The growing focus on healthcare accessibility highlights the importance of collaboration across India’s healthcare ecosystem. As healthcare needs continue to evolve, pharmaceutical companies will remain important partners in improving access to medicines, preventive care, and everyday health solutions. 

Through continued investments in consumer healthcare, product accessibility, and quality manufacturing, companies such as Piramal Pharma Limited are helping support the evolving healthcare needs of Indian consumers. As a trusted pharma company in India, Piramal Pharma Limited is contributing to the growth of the healthcare pharmaceutical sector while helping improve access to healthcare and wellness solutions across the country. 

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Mini bus plunges into gorge in J-K’s Kathua; 23 pilgrims injured

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Mini bus plunges into gorge in J-K’s Kathua; 23 pilgrims injured

Jammu, June 24: At least 23 pilgrims were injured when a bus carrying them skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district on Wednesday, officials said.

The pilgrims from Goran and Sumb villages of Samba were travelling to the Mata Sukrala Devi Temple in Billawar when the accident took place near Dingi Simbli on the Dhar Road, they said.

Locals rushed to the spot and initiated rescue efforts, with police teams subsequently joining the operation.

All the injured were shifted to hospital, where four of them were stated to be in a serious condition, the officials said.

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Masroor Ansari seeks permission for traditional Ashura procession, thanks LG admin for reviving 8th Muharram route

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Masroor Ansari seeks permission for traditional Ashura procession, thanks LG admin for reviving 8th Muharram route

Srinagar, June 24: Senior Shia cleric, Masroor Abbas Ansari, on Wednesday expressed hope that the administration would permit the traditional Ashura procession on its historic route, saying the government had already demonstrated courage by allowing the 8th Muharram procession after a gap of more than three decades.

Speaking on the sidelines of the 8th Muharram procession in Srinagar, Ansari said successive governments had failed to take such a decision for 35 years.

“We expect the present administration to take the next bold step. Previous governments could not do what this administration has done. We believe it has the courage and resolve to permit the traditional Ashura procession as well,” he said.

Ansari said the community wants the 10th Muharram procession to follow its historic route and culminate at Zadibal, as was the practice before restrictions were imposed decades ago.

He said permission for the Ashura procession would allow mourners to exercise their constitutional rights while ensuring that the event remains peaceful and disciplined.

“We want to use the freedoms guaranteed under the Constitution to take out a peaceful procession in a disciplined manner,” he said.

The cleric also thanked the Lieutenant Governor-led administration for allowing the traditional 8th Muharram procession to resume on its historic route after remaining banned for 35 years.

“The administration and the Lieutenant Governor deserve appreciation for restoring this procession. We are grateful that devotees have once again been allowed to observe it peacefully,” Ansari said.

The traditional 8th Muharram procession, which passes through key areas of Srinagar city, was revived in 2023 after a ban of more than three decades. Since then, thousands of mourners have participated annually, with elaborate security and administrative arrangements put in place for its smooth conduct.

The demand for the restoration of the traditional Ashura procession route has remained a long-standing issue for the Shia community, which has repeatedly sought permission for the 10th Muharram procession to follow its pre-ban route through the city.

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UN nuclear agency boss says inspectors will visit Iran’s nuclear sites under Iran-US interim deal

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UN nuclear agency boss says inspectors will visit Iran’s nuclear sites under Iran-US interim deal

Tokyo, June 24: The head of the UN’s nuclear agency signalled Wednesday that Iranian nuclear enrichment sites would be visited by his inspectors, a key component in the interim deal between the United States and Iran to reach an end to the war.

The comment by International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Mariano Grossi was the firmest yet from the United Nations agency, which is viewed as key in determining the status of Iran’s nuclear stockpile.

Since Israel launched a 12-day war on Iran in 2025, the IAEA has been blocked by Tehran from visiting enrichment sites where the Islamic Republic is believed to store enough highly enriched uranium to potentially build as many as 10 nuclear weapons, should it choose to rush for the bomb. Iran long has maintained that its programme is peaceful, though it is the only country in the world to have uranium enriched up to 60 per cent purity without a weapons program.

The US and Iran offered contradictory remarks Tuesday about whether those sites would be inspected.

“I can understand political statements, they are part of the reality, but the fundamental thing I would like to remind you and draw your attention to is that there has been a Memorandum of Understanding, signed by both presidents,” Grossi told journalists at a news conference at the tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

The accord “says explicitly that the nuclear activities that are going to be carried out with the regards to the nuclear material facilities will be supervised by the IAEA — in all letters,” he said.

Grossi added: “Obviously, to do that, we will have to inspect. Whether this happens the day after tomorrow or in one week or in 10 days, it’s important, but not essential. This is going to happen.”

Those inspections are key for the deal, which calls for Iran’s stockpile of uranium to be “downblended” from highly enriched levels.

There was no immediate reaction from Iran.

On Tuesday, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei told reporters in Tehran that UN inspectors were not scheduled to examine nuclear sites bombed by the US last year, rejecting comments made a day before by US Vice President JD Vance.

The IAEA has been allowed to visit other nuclear sites in Iran since the 12-day war in 2025, such as the Bushehr nuclear power plant.

But without accessing the enrichment sites, the IAEA says it is unable to verify the status of Iran’s stockpile or check the cascades of centrifuges used to enrich uranium.

Both Iran and the IAEA say Tehran hasn’t been enriching uranium, but nonproliferation experts worry that the Islamic Republic may be moving its stockpile to undeclared areas.

The US and Iran agreed to a deal last week that calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of enriched uranium and waives US-backed sanctions on the country while giving each side 60 days to hammer out broader agreements.

But the uneasy ceasefire already has been tested by Iran saying it closed the strait again over fighting between Israel and the Iranian-backed militia Hezbollah in Lebanon. Violence again broke out in Lebanon on Tuesday, but it did not escalate.

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Admin, stakeholders working in close coordination to ensure smooth observance of Muharram: Div Com Kashmir

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Admin, stakeholders working in close coordination to ensure smooth observance of Muharram: Div Com Kashmir

Srinagar, June 24: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday said that Muharram processions are being constantly monitored, and quick response teams have been deployed along all procession routes to address any emergent situation and ensure the smooth and peaceful observance of Muharram throughout the Valley.

Interacting with media, he said that elaborate arrangements have been put in place on the directions of the Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister, with district administrations, health teams and other departments deployed along procession routes.

Garg said that the administration and stakeholders are working in close coordination to ensure the smooth and peaceful observance of Muharram amid the ongoing preparations for the annual Amarnath Yatra and the tourist rush in Kashmir.

He said detailed consultations were held with Muharram committees and stakeholders across districts, following which a comprehensive plan was prepared for major observances, including the 1st, 8th and 10th Muharram.

“Constant monitoring is underway, and quick response teams have been stationed along all procession routes to facilitate mourners and address any emergent situation,” he said.

Garg thanked the public for their cooperation and urged people to adhere to permissions and advisories issued by the district administrations.

“Muharram observances continue for around 40 to 50 days and require collective responsibility from all stakeholders,” he said.

Highlighting the simultaneous conduct of Muharram, the annual Amarnath Yatra and the ongoing tourist season, the Divisional Commissioner said the administration, media, volunteers and the public must work together to ensure the smooth management of all activities.

He appealed to people to cooperate with traffic management plans, welcome visiting pilgrims and tourists, and share feedback with district administrations wherever necessary.

“Our focus is to provide maximum assistance to all Muharram processions. Preparations for the Amarnath Yatra have been further strengthened this year, and we are hopeful of a successful pilgrimage season with greater participation of devotees,” Garg said.

Expressing confidence in Kashmir’s tradition of peaceful observances, he said public cooperation remains the most important factor in ensuring that all events conclude smoothly and successfully.

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Ethanol blending programme safe, use of E20 won’t affect vehicle insurance validity: Govt

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Ethanol blending programme safe, use of E20 won’t affect vehicle insurance validity: Govt

New Delhi, June 24: India’s ethanol blending programme remains safe, consumer-friendly, and economically beneficial, the government said, dismissing concerns that the use of E20 fuel could affect the validity of vehicle insurance policies.

The oil ministry in a statement said claims linking E20 fuel use to insurance invalidation had been clarified with relevant stakeholders and were found to be incorrect.

“Ethanol blending is a globally accepted practice and is successfully implemented in several countries, including the United States, Brazil, and Japan,” it said.

It noted that Brazil has long adopted higher ethanol blending levels, with E27 serving as the country’s standard petrol blend.

The government said the ethanol blending programme has helped India save more than Rs 1.4 lakh crore in foreign exchange by reducing crude oil imports. It added that the programme has created sustained demand for agricultural feedstocks used in ethanol production, supporting farmers’ incomes and strengthening rural economy.

“Ethanol blending plays an important role in enhancing India’s energy security, reducing carbon emissions and advancing the country’s transition towards cleaner mobility,” the statement said.

The government said it remains committed to implementing the programme “in a safe, transparent and consumer-centric manner, guided by scientific evidence and continuous stakeholder engagement.”

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Post-pandemic shift sees pharma firms expand focus on healthcare access

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Post-pandemic shift sees pharma firms expand focus on healthcare access

The COVID-19 pandemic may have subsided, but its impact continues to influence India’s healthcare landscape, driving pharmaceutical companies to expand their role beyond medicine manufacturing and contribute to broader healthcare accessibility, preventive care and consumer wellness.

The pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in healthcare systems and medicine supply chains while underscoring the importance of accessible healthcare solutions. In the years since, improving access to medicines, promoting preventive healthcare and supporting everyday health needs have emerged as key priorities for healthcare stakeholders across the country.

Today, a pharma company in India is increasingly contributing to healthcare delivery through consumer healthcare products, expanded distribution networks and initiatives that encourage self-care and preventive health practices. Industry experts say these efforts are helping strengthen healthcare systems and improve health outcomes for communities.

Healthcare accessibility now extends beyond hospitals and clinics. It encompasses the availability of medicines, health information, self-care solutions and preventive healthcare products that enable individuals to manage their health more effectively.

Growing awareness around hygiene, immunity and overall well-being has significantly altered consumer behaviour in recent years. As a result, demand for accessible healthcare products that support everyday health management has increased across both urban and semi-urban markets.

Experts note that timely access to trusted medicines and healthcare products can play a critical role in improving health outcomes by encouraging early intervention, preventive care and informed decision-making.

To address these evolving needs, pharmaceutical companies have broadened their focus through several initiatives. These include expanding consumer healthcare portfolios, strengthening distribution networks and promoting health awareness campaigns aimed at educating consumers about preventive care and self-management.

Improved distribution systems are helping healthcare products reach wider populations, while increased consumer awareness is encouraging individuals to take a more proactive approach to managing their health.

The growing importance of consumer healthcare has emerged as one of the defining trends of the post-pandemic period. Consumers are increasingly seeking products that support personal hygiene, nutritional well-being, pain management, gastrointestinal health and other everyday healthcare needs.

Industry analysts believe this shift reflects a broader movement towards preventive healthcare, creating new opportunities for the healthcare pharmaceutical sector to support wellness beyond traditional treatment settings.

Among the companies contributing to this transformation is Piramal Pharma Limited , which continues to strengthen its Consumer Healthcare business through a diverse portfolio of products designed to support everyday health and well-being.

The company offers healthcare solutions across multiple categories, including pain management, gastrointestinal care, hygiene, skincare, vitamins and supplements, women’s care, baby care and children’s wellness. Through its established brands and extensive market reach, Piramal Pharma Limited serves millions of consumers across India every month.

Industry observers say the company’s focus on quality, accessibility and consumer trust reflects the broader role that pharmaceutical companies are increasingly playing in strengthening healthcare access across communities.

The emphasis on preventive healthcare is also expected to remain a major growth driver for the sector.

Consumers are becoming more health-conscious and are increasingly seeking healthcare and wellness solutions that support long-term well-being rather than focusing solely on the treatment of illness.

Looking ahead, advances in manufacturing capabilities, supply chain infrastructure, consumer healthcare and digital engagement are expected to create new opportunities to improve healthcare accessibility across India.

The post-pandemic healthcare environment has highlighted the importance of collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem. Through continued investments in consumer healthcare, product accessibility and quality manufacturing, companies such as Piramal Pharma Limited are helping address the evolving healthcare needs of Indian consumers while contributing to the growth of the healthcare pharmaceutical sector.

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Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals against Uzbekistan

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Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals against Uzbekistan

Houston, June 24: Cristiano Ronaldo had a simple but strong message as the final whistle sounded after Portugal’s big win at the World Cup on Tuesday.

“I’m back,” he said directly into the television camera. “I’m back.”

Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments by getting two goals in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, quieting critics after his forgettable performance in the team’s 1-1 draw with Congo in the opener.

Even though criticism is not anything new to the 41-year-old superstar, he admitted that the intense negativity directed toward him this week was difficult.

“But it’s always like that,” he said in Portuguese. “It doesn’t matter, because it’s been 23 years on the job and when things go well, ‘Cristiano is good,’ when things go bad, Cristiano is a retired player, is old.’ It will always be like that. But we responded well today, me and my teammates, which is what we wanted.”

Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when João Cancelo crossed the ball to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1-0. He ran toward the bench and celebrated with his teammates.

He added another in the 39th minute when he got a pass from Bruno Fernandes and scored with his right foot just inside the near post to make it 3-0.

“As a defender you need to be ready and you need to be close to him in the box,” said Uzbekistan coach Fabio Cannavaro, a standout defender in his playing days who led Italy to the 2006 World Cup title. “If you give him one centimetre in the box you are dead.”

Ronaldo was named man of the match for his performance, the latest of many in his incredible career.

Portugal coach Roberto Martínez raved about the professionalism and poise Ronaldo showed this week amid calls from outsiders to bench him.

“He’s a human being,” Martínez said. “He’s allowed to have emotions. He’s allowed to have feelings. What is impressive with him is the answer. Whatever he feels, the answer is to get back on the training ground and practice and work and demand from himself. That professionalism is what’s (led) to the longevity.”

The goals on Tuesday make him the second-oldest player to score at a World Cup behind Cameroon forward Roger Milla, who was 42 when he scored at the 1994 tournament in the United States.

Ronaldo and Argentina captain Lionel Messi became the only men in history to play in six World Cup tournaments this year. Ronaldo’s scoring streak started in his debut in 2006 and he also netted goals in 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022.

While he shares the record for most tournaments with Messi, he stands alone in scoring a goal in each edition after Messi failed to score at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

Ronaldo’s two strikes against Uzbekistan gave him 10 career goals in the tournament. Messi has 18 after a hat trick in Argentina’s opener against Algeria and two more goals Monday against Austria that made him the all-time leading scorer in tournament history.

Ronaldo’s latest performance extended his record by giving him 145 international goals, and his 10 career goals in the World Cup moved him past Eusébio’s nine to make him Portugal’s all-time scoring leader at the tournament.

Tuesday’s game was the 230th of Ronaldo’s international career, which is the most in history.

This is likely to be the final World Cup for Ronaldo, who won the European Championship with Portugal in 2016 and the Champions League five times with Manchester United and Real Madrid.

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Tight security arrangements in place for smooth, dignified Muharram procession: SSP Srinagar

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Tight security arrangements in place for smooth, dignified Muharram procession: SSP Srinagar

Srinagar, June 24: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Srinagar, Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, on Wednesday, said that Srinagar Police, in coordination with paramilitary forces and the Traffic Police, have made comprehensive security arrangements to ensure the dignified, smooth, and peaceful conduct of the 10th Muharram procession across the city.

“The Srinagar Police, in coordination with paramilitary forces and the traffic police, has meticulously planned security arrangements from the starting point to the end point of the procession. Drone surveillance is also being used to enhance security and provide comfort to mourners as well as the general public,” Dr. Chakravarthy said.

SSP Srinagar, while interacting with media on the sidelines of the procession at Lal Chowk, said the arrangements cover the entire traditional route from Guru Bazar to Dalgate and Imamabad.

“Our only aim is to ensure that the procession is conducted smoothly and in a dignified manner. For that, we require the cooperation and support of all stakeholders and the public,” he said.

“We are on duty day and night to serve the public. We request everyone to cooperate so that the programme concludes peacefully and smoothly,” he added.

The SSP said police personnel have been deployed round-the-clock to facilitate the event and appealed to mourners to cooperate with the security agencies.

Dr. Chakravarthy urged the public and procession organisers to adhere to traffic advisories and the notified do’s and don’ts issued by the police.

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