Science quiz: 110 years of general relativity
Science quiz: 110 years of general relativity Each exact solution of the mathematical relations of general relativity (Q1) has a name. Name this person, who solved the relations for what space looks like around a spherical and non-rotating black hole, while serving as a soldier in World War I. START THE QUIZ 1 / 6 […]
Harvard faces disability-bias lawsuit: How a former employee’s pleas for accommodation became grounds for termination
A former Harvard University audiovisual technician has accused the institution and her former manager of disability discrimination and retaliation, filing a lawsuit in state court earlier this month. The case, first reported by The Harvard Crimson, centres on how medical leave, accommodation requests and revised job duties became the pathway to her dismissal. A medical […]
Delhi’s toxic air forces new rules: What office-goers and students must brace for now
Delhi’s air quality has slipped into the danger zone again, forcing the government and regulators to issue a series of immediate curbs across workplaces and educational institutions. The latest measures, drawn from advisories reported by AIR and directions issued by the Directorate of Education and the CAQM, are aimed at cutting exposure and reducing the […]
SSC extends last-chance self-slot window for JE 2025: Check details here
SSC JE self selection registration deadline extended The Staff Selection Committee (SSC) has issued a notice related to providing a final opportunity to candidates who failed to use the self-slotted facility for the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2025. The Commission has announced that such candidates may now select their preferred examination city through the feedback […]
Tetrapod-shaped nanoparticles could make plastics easier to process, finds IIT study
An image of concrete tetrapods used as wave breakers to prevent beach erosion. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement A collaborative study by researchers from three Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) has found that adding tetrapod-shaped nanoparticles to certain synthetic plastics can significantly reduce their viscosity, making them easier and less energy-intensive to process. Plastics owe […]
Campus land clash: Court freezes Miami Dade College’s transfer for Trump library project
A long-simmering controversy over one of Miami’s most coveted parcels of land is now set to unfold in a courtroom. The dispute has cast uncertainty over plans to use the site for a future presidential library for Donald Trump. On Monday, Miami Circuit Judge Mavel Ruiz scheduled the trial for August 3, 2026, a decision […]
How Delhi’s NEEV programme is adding a breath of freshness and modern approach to classrooms
Delhi school’s NEEV programmer The Delhi government’s New Era of Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Vision (NEEV) programme, launched earlier this year, is redefining how students approach learning. Moving away from rote memorization, NEEV introduces a hands-on, real-world methodology that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. By embedding structured, activity-based exercises into classrooms, the programme aims to […]
Unemployed on OPT? Here’s how international students in US can navigate the job hunt
International students on OPT face a tough job market, with many applying to thousands of positions without success due to visa sponsorship issues. The number of students on OPT has surged, intensifying competition. Navigating strict rules, tracking unemployment days, and exploring alternative employment options are crucial for maintaining F-1 status while pursuing career goals. Graduation […]
Vivek Ramaswamy says American students are failing in Maths: Why is US slipping in numeracy and reading?
The United States has always prided itself on classrooms that produce analytical thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators. Today, that pride is under siege. According to data recently shared by Ohio GOP Governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, 78% of 12th graders are not proficient in mathematics, and 65% cannot read at grade level. “This is the hard truth […]
4 railway jobs closing soon that you should apply for now: Check details here
Railway jobs applications A host of government jobs are currently open for aspiring candidates, including the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) NTPC 2025 and RITES Ltd. recruitment drives. The RRB NTPC Graduate-level vacancies include 5,810 positions such as Station Master, Traffic Assistant, and other key roles, while Undergraduate-level posts cover 3,058 openings like Commercial cum Ticket […]