If solar irrigation is over-drawing groundwater, you’re doing it wrong
“Solar irrigation will worsen the groundwater crisis.” This concern is raised in most discussions about the rapid spread of solar irrigation in India — where heavily subsidised or free electricity has led to unsustainable groundwater abstraction, contributing to falling water tables, depleting aquifers, and growing fiscal burdens on energy utilities. Thus, with solar irrigation offering […]
Delhi withdraws Class 9 R3 rule that could have blocked students from Class 10 board exams
The Delhi government has withdrawn a controversial provision linked to the Class 9 third language (R3), clarifying that students will not be barred from appearing for Class 10 board exams over the subject. The Delhi government has withdrawn a provision in its revised Class 9 examination and promotion policy that could have prevented students from […]
A tiny insect, a deadly enemy: how medicine’s discovery of its impact shaped health and town planning
Anyone waiting for municipal approval of a building plan may wonder why a local body should regulate construction on private land. In the Madras Presidency, such powers were formalised under the Madras City Municipal Corporation Act, 1919. After Independence, the first Conference of State Ministers on Town and Country Planning in 1960 gave impetus to […]
BSF HCM admit card 2026 released: Check download link, login details and exam date
BSF Head Constable admit card 2026 out: Download HCM and ASI Steno call letter here BSF HCM admit card 2026: The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the Head Constable (Ministerial) and ASI Stenographer admit cards for the 2026 recruitment examination. The e-admit cards were made available on August 19, 2026, ahead of the Computer-Based […]
Who is Rhiya Ahir? Education qualification, career and why the model is in the spotlight
Rhiya Ahir, also known as Rhiya Ekousiya, is a 27-year-old Mumbai-based fashion model, actor and entrepreneur who has recently drawn nationwide attention after a dramatic incident during student protests in July 2026. A video showing her standing in front of a Mumbai Police van carrying detained student protesters went viral on social media, turning her […]
43 Maharashtra students visit ISRO’s Sriharikota centre, interact with scientists and explore launch pads
‘Care For You’ Foundation takes 43 students on ISRO visit PUNE: The Care For You Foundation organised an educational visit to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) centre at Sriharikota for 43 students from various childcare institutions across Maharashtra, along with 30 volunteers. The students got an opportunity to learn about India’s space missions, advanced […]
Manipur Schools and Colleges Shut Until August 22 Amid Protests for NRC Update, ETEducation
Manipur schools, colleges to remain shut till Aug 22 amid NRC showdown Imphal: The Manipur government has ordered the closure of all schools, colleges and higher education institutions across the state from Thursday (August 20) to Saturday (August 22), citing the prevailing law-and-order situation. According to an order issued by the Education Department on Wednesday, […]
9.2 CGPA, 6 LPA vs 6.8 CGPA, 32 LPA: How 80+ setbacks and one mantra helped him crack Microsoft twice
Microsoft’s Aditya Jamwal reveals how 80+ setbacks and one mantra helped him crack Microsoft twice. (Photo: LinkedIn) For engineering students, CGPA can sometimes feel like the ultimate measure of academic success. But a LinkedIn post by Microsoft software engineer Aditya Jamwal presents a very different picture: a hypothetical 9.2 CGPA student earning 6 LPA, while […]
Manipur shuts all educational institutions from August 20 to 23 amid shutdown
The Manipur government has ordered all educational institutions to remain closed from August 20 to 23, citing the prevailing law and order situation. The decision comes amid a 48-hour shutdown by the Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation over its demand for an NRC before the Census. Census-related training activities have also been affected. The […]
AP SBTET Diploma results 2026 released for C23, C20 and C16: Check 5th and 6th-semester marks
AP SBTET Diploma results 2026 released for 5th and 6th semesters; check marksheets, fees and dates AP SBTET Diploma results 2026: The Andhra Pradesh State Board of Technical Education and Training (AP SBTET) has released the Diploma results for the 5th and 6th-semester examinations conducted in March/April 2026. The results were officially published on August […]