Science Quiz | On historical diseases that changed history
The bacteria shown here is Yersinia pestis, present in the foregut of a flea. Scientists recently found that just 5,500 years ago, these bacteria could be transmitted directly; today, they spread via infected fleas. Photo: Public domain Published – July 01, 2026 02:36 pm IST Source link
AP EAPCET 2026 toppers: Jonnala tops Engineering, Sambangi leads Agriculture and Pharmacy
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) today, July 1, announced the Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2026 results, along with the list of top rank holders in Engineering and Agriculture and Pharmacy streams. The examination was conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, on behalf […]
UPTET 2026: Yogi Adityanath orders separate TET for in-service teachers ahead of exam; asks officials to ensure smooth conduct
Ahead of UPTET 2026, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the UPESSC to hold a separate Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for in-service teachers, saying they should receive adequate opportunities to prove their eligibility. He also reviewed examination preparations and ordered strict measures to ensure transparency, security and smooth arrangements for nearly 20 lakh […]
RRB Group D result 2026 released at regional websites: Direct link to download here
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Group D Result 2026, allowing candidates to access their CBT scores through the official portal. Alongside the result, the board has published the cutoff marks and merit list. Candidates shortlisted in the written examination will now move on to the PET, document verification, and medical examination. RRB […]
TNEA 2026 rank list out: Dharmapuri’s Aksitha S tops engineering admissions, check complete topper list by category
The Directorate of Technical Education on Wednesday released the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) 2026 rank list, with 2,36,017 students figuring in the list ahead of this year’s counselling process. Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan released the rank list. This year, 53 candidates secured the maximum cut-off score of 200 out of 200, underlining the […]
July school holidays 2026: When will schools remain closed? Check complete list
Schools across India are set to observe several state-specific holidays in July 2026, even though the month has no nationwide school break. Check the complete list of expected closures for Rath Yatra, Harela, Guru Purnima, Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day, along with the weekly Sunday holidays and important details for students and parents. As schools […]
Scientists use budget tech to probe long-standing physics mystery
IIT-Delhi researchers have found that the Klemens model has ‘important limitations when applied to metals’. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement When a team at IIT-Delhi recently compared the members of a family of minerals called rutile oxides, they found a significant difference between metals and insulators that a well-known mathematical model could not explain. Understanding […]
HTET admit card 2026 released at htet.eapplynow.com: Direct link to download hall tickets here
The HTET 2026 admit cards are now available online. Candidates appearing for the Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test on July 4 and 5 can download their hall tickets from the official portal using their registration credentials. Aspirants should verify all details carefully, as the admit card is mandatory for appearing in the examination. HTET admit card […]
Do phone batteries last longer when it’s cooler outside?
If the battery gets too hot due to fast charging, gaming, the phone may stop the process as a safety measure | Photo Credit: Lasse Jensen/Unsplash You might think so — but the answer is not always. Smartphones use lithium-ion batteries. This battery works by moving lithium ions back and forth between two electrodes through […]
TNEA rank list 2026 expected to be released today at tneaonline.org: Check complete details here
The TNEA Rank List 2026 is likely to be released on July 1 after a brief postponement to accommodate updated CBSE re-evaluation marks. Candidates will be able to check their ranks online, with the merit list forming the basis for engineering counselling and seat allotment across Tamil Nadu. TNEA rank list 2026: The Tamil Nadu […]