Science Quiz: On unusual properties of light

Rayleigh scattering is the effect that partly polarises the light in the sky; the image on the right shows only polarised blue light. Many insects use this polarisation pattern to find their way. Light pollution is not polarised, confusing them. Photo: Wikipedia Published – June 05, 2026 05:31 pm IST Source link

IIT Delhi and 18 NITs launch national network to boost research and student mobility

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IIT Delhi launches collaboration network with 18 NITs for advanced study pathways and research initiatives NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has launched a national academic and research collaboration network through Memoranda of Understanding signed with 18 National Institutes of Technology across the country. The initiative is aimed at strengthening academic excellence, research […]

Mumbai University Third Merit List Out: Check cut off fot BA, BCom, BSc; last date and process for admission

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Mumbai University released the third merit list for undergraduate admissions 2026 on Friday for affiliated colleges. The list covers courses such as BA, BCom, BSc, BMS, BAF, BBI and other undergraduate programmes. Colleges have published course-wise cut-offs along with the names of shortlisted candidates based on remaining vacant seats after earlier admission rounds.With this round, […]

RBI Grade B Admit Card 2026 Out for Phase 1 Exam: Here’s how to download

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Representational AI image The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the RBI Grade B Admit Card 2026 for Phase I exams on June 5, 2026. Candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official website, www.rbi.org.in, using their login details.The Phase I examination for the General Cadre will be held on June 13, […]

Caught between concrete and panic, India should not maladapt to climate change

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With more than 7,500 km of coastline and millions of people living in low-lying coastal areas, India faces a dilemma that it has often been told is really a trap: use engineering solutions to hold the line, so to speak, or to beat a retreat inland. While many adaptation experts and institutions in high-income countries […]