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The Sampadak Express provides an in-depth analysis of India’s 2025 Digital Census, a groundbreaking initiative to modernize population data collection using mobile applications and...

The political landscape in Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a major shift as Congress MP Imran Masood intensifies his stance against the Samajwadi Party (SP)....

A troubling trend is emerging among young adults across English-speaking nations, where happiness is declining despite advancements in technology, connectivity, and economic growth. A groundbreaking study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research revealed that happiness among youth is on the decline, while older generations are experiencing stable or improved well-being. Researchers found that the traditional U-shaped happiness curve, which suggested happiness dips in midlife and increases in later years, no longer applies to today's young adults. The decline in happiness is linked to rising mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and self-harm, particularly among young women.

The climate crisis has traditionally been framed around carbon emissions and energy transitions, but this narrow focus misses the deeper inefficiencies embedded in our systems. From urban design and food systems to water management and supply chains, the real solution lies not just in changing energy sources but in rethinking how we generate, supply, and consume resources. Smarter design and localized systems are essential, as seen in Bangalore’s water management issues or rural India’s overreliance on external imports. Communities, as the true owners of their resources, must be empowered to make holistic, informed decisions that balance all variables—soil, water, biodiversity, and economic vitality. Sustainable change requires creating responsive, localized frameworks where solutions are tailored to community needs, rather than imposing one-size-fits-all models.

A new and alarming scam, known as the Digital Arrest Scam, has led to significant financial losses, amounting to crores of rupees, with individuals and businesses being targeted. In this scam, fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials, such as CBI agents or income tax officers, to deceive victims. They falsely accuse individuals of illegal activities and pressure them to transfer large sums of money to avoid digital arrest. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and CERT-In have both issued warnings, urging the public to stay vigilant and report such incidents to cybercrime authorities.To protect yourself, avoid sharing personal or financial information over the phone, especially with unknown callers. Government agencies do not use platforms like WhatsApp or Skype for official communication. If you suspect you are being scammed, verify the caller's identity by directly contacting the relevant authorities. If you fall victim to the scam, immediately freeze your bank account and report the incident to the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.