Insurance can better cataract surgery outcomes for India’s elderly: study
Only 16% of all senior citizens seeking cataract surgery at four LVPEI centres used any insurance, a new study has found. | Photo Credit: Mohammed Yousuf India’s population is growing older and eye problems such as cataracts already cause nearly half of all vision‑loss in people over 60. However, fewer than one in eight Indian […]
10 high-paying careers in the US that don’t require a master’s or PhD
High paying careers in the US that don’t require master’s or PhD. In an era where graduate degrees often feel like the default next step, it’s worth knowing that several top-tier careers in the United States offer impressive salaries and advancement opportunities with just a bachelor’s degree. For students aiming to maximise return on their […]
Countdown begins for NISAR satellite launch on July 30, 2025
About 19 minutes after lift-off, the GSLV-F16 rocket will inject the NISAR satellite into a 743-km sun-synchronous orbit. Photo: X/@isro The countdown for the NISAR satellite mission started at 2.10 p.m. on Tuesday (July 29, 2025). The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) with the 2,392-kg satellite is scheduled to lift off from the second launch […]
Trump vs. Harvard: A battle that tests the strength of American democracy and the price of intellectual freedom
Harvard’s standoff with the Trump administration tests the price of dissent in American academia. January 2025 wasn’t supposed to read like the script of a dystopian campus drama. Yet, within days of Donald Trump’s second inauguration, American higher education found itself back in the crosshairs. Harvard University, that centuries-old fortress of intellectual prestige, became the […]
Chicago’s school budget crisis signals trouble ahead for urban public education
As public schools in Chicago prepare to open their doors on August 18, thousands of families are being warned of scaled-back services, fewer hot meals, and delayed maintenance—a stark result of a $734 million budget deficit. The deepening crisis is not just a local concern. Education analysts warn it could be a harbinger of challenges […]
UKPSC lower PCS result 2025 declared at psc.uk.gov.in: Check direct link to download merit list here
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has officially announced the results for the Lower PCS Preliminary Examination 2024 on July 29, 2025. Thousands of aspirants who appeared for the highly competitive exam can now check their qualifying status on the official website, psc.uk.gov.in. The merit list includes roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the Mains […]
Ohio State president says Ivy League schools in ‘survival mode’ after $221M Columbia deal
Ohio State University President Ted Carter said that Ivy League schools are currently in “survival mode” following Columbia University’s $221 million settlement with the Trump administration. (Getty Images) Ohio State University President Ted Carter said that Ivy League schools are currently in “survival mode” following Columbia University’s $221 million settlement with the Trump administration over […]
NEP 2020’s Impact Predicted in 15 Years, Says UGC Ex-Secretary, ETEducation
“>Jain identified five major challenges that continue to hinder full-scale implementation of NEP 2020. “The wide diversity of educational institutions across rural and urban regions poses a structural challenge. Limited infrastructure, financial constraints, and an inadequate number of trained faculty remain persistent issues,” he said. Indore: True impact of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 […]
Why Michigan students will still have phones in school despite rising pressure to restrict them
Michigan lawmakers block K-12 phone ban as political tensions rise. (AI Image) A bill aimed at restricting cellphone use for all K-12 students in Michigan failed to pass the state House by just three votes, despite growing public support across the US for limiting phones in classrooms. The legislation, authored by State Rep. Mark Tisdel […]
Countdown begins for NISAR satellite launch
The countdown for the GSLV-F16 began at 2:10 p.m.. The rocket is prepared to carry the NISAR satellite into orbit, and final preparations are underway. Photo: x/@isro The countdown for the NISAR satellite mission started at 2.10 p.m. on Tuesday (July 29, 2025). The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) with the 2,392-kg satellite is scheduled […]