Ethanol fuel plan cuts imports, worries motorists. What does science say?
In 2021, the Government of India had said it will move to 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2025 with the two-pronged goal of cutting carbon emissions and reducing the country’s dependence on foreign oil. While vehicles modified to be compatible with the new composition started rolling out in April 2025, the government’s push for […]
Six in ten parents in the USA want their kids in college: Is the degree debate overblown?
For years, headlines have amplified the skepticism surrounding higher education in America: Spiraling costs, questions of return on investment, and an increasingly politicized narrative around what colleges stand for. But ask parents directly what they want for their children, and the answer cuts through the noise. A recent Gallup–Lumina Foundation survey, conducted in June, finds […]
Biodiversity everywhere is ordered by a common ‘hidden’ pattern
For almost two centuries, biologists have divided the earth into large biogeographical regions. Each region hosts a unique mix of species shaped by its own history, climate, and barriers, such as oceans and mountains. Because those histories differ, many scientists assumed the inner layout of species inside every region would be idiosyncratic — that South […]
Canada’s 2026 Express Entry visa: 5 crucial insights students can’t afford to miss
Canada is raising the stakes for global talent. In 2026, the Express Entry system will unveil a Leadership & Innovation category, designed to fast-track permanent residency for senior managers, researchers, scientists, and elite military professionals from allied nations. This is not just another immigration tweak; it’s a strategic move to attract high-impact professionals who can […]
Are you an H1B visa holder waiting for a green card? All you need to know about Trump’s new USCIS “Good Moral Character” policy
Every H1B visa holder dreams of securing permanent residency in the US. For many, the green card represents stability, opportunity, and the culmination of years of professional effort. However, recent policy shifts from the Trump administration have added new layers of scrutiny for applicants seeking US citizenship. At the heart of this change is a […]
Brian O’Kelley donated a $1.6 billion fortune for social good: 6 life lessons students can learn from him
The conventional image of a tech billionaire often involves yachts, private jets, and extravagant lifestyles. Brian O’Kelley, co-founder of AppNexus, challenges this notion entirely. After selling his company to AT&T in 2018 for $1.6 billion, he chose to keep less than $100 million for himself and donated the rest to charitable causes he and his […]
7 elite colleges beyond the Ivy League to study Political Science in the US
When it comes to studying political science in the US, Ivy League universities often grab the spotlight. But beyond the Ivies lies a powerful lineup of institutions offering equally prestigious, and often more specialised programs. These non-Ivy League research universities consistently produce top political thinkers, policy advisors, diplomats, and public servants.From the West Coast’s innovation […]
Authority isn’t about job titles, it’s about how you speak,” says Melody Wilding, workplace psychology expert: Here’s what professionals must learn
A New York-based workplace psychology expert, Melody Wilding, who has spent over 15 years advising leaders at Google, Amazon, and other Fortune 500 firms, recently shared insights on how professionals can sharpen their communication and command attention. Speaking to CNBC Make It, Wilding said, “Many professionals I work with are the reliable workhorses of their […]
Chancellor proposes merging Oakland’s two largest colleges into ‘Oakland City College’ amid financial strain
Oakland’s two largest community colleges could soon operate under one name. Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson of the Peralta Community College District told staff this week, according to US media reports, that she will recommend merging Laney College and Merritt College into a single institution, to be called Oakland City College.The announcement, captured in a district video […]
Cloudburst in Kathua triggers landslide, flash floods: 7 dead, trains disrupted, CM announces ex-gratia – top developments | India News
NEW DELHI: A cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district has left at least seven people dead and several others injured, triggering landslides, flash floods and large-scale disruption. The incident, which occurred late Saturday night in Jodh Ghati village, washed away roads, damaged homes, and forced authorities into urgent rescue and relief operations.Train services along […]