How the end of H-1B exemptions is throwing international scholars into visa limbo
Universities may lose global talent as H-1B visa exemption faces removal Thousands of international scholars and students in the US face an uncertain future following a proposed change to the H-1B visa programme. A federal rule under review could eliminate the exemption that currently allows US universities and nonprofit research institutions to hire foreign workers […]
What makes the NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite so special? | Explained
The story so far: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning to launch the NISAR satellite from Sriharikota on July 30 onboard a GSLV Mk-II rocket. ‘NISAR’ stands for NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar and is a joint mission of the two space agencies. It is a sophisticated earth-observation satellite designed to study changes on […]
The virtues of the tomato, a healthy vegetable
Crates of tomatoes lined up at the Rayakottai mandi in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu. | Photo Credit: N. Bashkaran/The Hindu The evolution and growth of the humble tomato as an essential ingredient of our daily diet across the world is a fascinating story. Yolanda Evans writes in the June 5, 2025, issue of National Geographic magazine […]
What makes the NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite so special? | Explained
The story so far: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning to launch the NISAR satellite from Sriharikota on July 30 onboard a GSLV Mk-II rocket. ‘NISAR’ stands for NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar and is a joint mission of the two space agencies. It is a sophisticated earth-observation satellite designed to study changes on […]
Android phones have brought early quake warnings to 98 countries
Android smartphones around the world have been actively helping provide earthquake alerts using their acceleration sensors. Between 2021 and 2024, these phones sent thousands of successful warnings to people living in quake-prone regions in 98 countries. Since 2020, Google has included its Android Earthquake Alert (AEA) system in its phones to detect seismic P- and […]
Maharashtra FYJC CAP 2025 round 4 schedule released: Check eligibility, steps to apply, and registration deadline here
Maharashtra’s Class 11 admission process is now entering CAP Round 4, giving students another chance to secure a seat in their preferred junior college. The School Education and Sports Department has released the full schedule for this round. Registration will begin on July 28 and continue till 6:30 PM on July 29, through the official […]
BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025: Registration begins at rectt.bsf.gov.in, direct link to apply here
The Border Security Force (BSF) has officially started the registration process for its Tradesman Recruitment 2025 drive. Aspirants seeking government jobs in the defense sector can now apply for BSF Constable (Tradesmen) posts by visiting the official recruitment portal at rectt.bsf.gov.in. The recruitment notification brings a golden opportunity for 10th-pass candidates with technical skills in […]
NY District Court intervenes in Trump-era education cuts, protects humanities research grants
NY District Court intervenes in Trump-era education cuts A federal court in New York has blocked the cancellation of humanities research grants by the Trump administration, calling the move a likely violation of the First Amendment. The court’s decision comes in response to a lawsuit filed by the Authors Guild and other academic organisations after […]
Trump administration to release $5.5 billion in school funds for teachers, migrant children, and ESL programs
The US Department of Education has announced the release of $5.5 billion in federal funding for K–12 education programs across the country. Approved by Congress earlier this year, the funds will begin reaching states next week and are earmarked for teacher recruitment, support for migrant students, English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, and a […]
Consistent effort key to India’s growth in space technology, says ISRO chairman
M. Jayashree, second from left, receiving the President’s Medal for overall highest CGPA in B. Tech from V. Narayanan, ISRO Chairman, at the NIT-Tiruchi convocation on Saturday. NIT-Tiruchi Director G. Aghila is at right. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT India has made great strides in space technology and attained global leadership through sheer hard work […]