Microscopic crustacean discovered in Kavaratti established as a new genus and species, say researchers
A tiny crustacean discovered from the Kavaratti lagoon in the Lakshadweep islands has now been established as a new genus and a new species. The organism, which belongs to the family Laophontidae within the Copepoda class, is so minuscule that it can be properly studied only with a microscope. The crustacean has been named Indiaphonte […]
Bihar BCECE Junior Resident Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1,445 posts, direct link here
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the Bihar BCECE Junior Resident Recruitment 2026 notification. This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for MBBS graduates who want to work in government medical colleges and hospitals in Bihar. A total of 1445 Junior Resident posts have been announced under the Health Department. […]
DPPS admissions: Delhi Police Public School invites applications for KG to IX and XI academic session 2026–27
DPPS admissions for session 2026-27 Delhi Police Public School (DPPS) has announced that admissions are now open for the academic session 2026–27. The school is inviting applications for classes KG to IX and XI across its multiple branches. Parents can submit registration forms either online or offline at the respective branches.The institution focuses on ensuring […]
Mysuru: The Hindu in School Science Festival inspires young innovators
The winners of The Hindu in School Science Festival held at Nanjaraja Bahadur Choultry in Mysuru on January 17. | Photo Credit: M.A. Sriram The Hindu in School Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest elicited an overwhelming response from students of various schools in Mysuru city as well as Mandya and Chamarajanagar districts. The annual […]
ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 Auditing and Ethics paper postponed: New date to be announced soon
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has postponed the CA Intermediate Group II Paper 5 – Auditing and Ethics exam, which was originally scheduled for January 19, 2026. The decision affects students across India and abroad. ICAI cited “unavoidable circumstances” for this change. All other CA Intermediate exams will continue as planned. Students […]
Satellite launching facility will come up on Hope Island in the Kakinada Bay, says Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
A view of the Hope Island on the Kakinada coast in East Godavari district. | Photo Credit: File Photo Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on January 17, 2026 (Saturday) announced that the Andhra Pradesh Government was preparing to develop a satellite launching facility as part of the Space City project on the Hope […]
Haryana ends age relaxation, makes 6 years mandatory for Class 1 admissions from the 2026–27 academic session
Six years of age has become mandatory for Class 1 admissions in Haryana. (Photo source: Pexels) Haryana has formally ended all forms of age relaxation for Class 1 admissions, making completion of six years compulsory from the 2026–27 academic session. The decision aligns the state’s admission framework with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and […]
What is Point Nemo, the most isolated place on Earth?
Point Nemo lies in the South Pacific Ocean, at 48°52.6′ south latitude and 123°23.6′ west longitude to be exact. It is about 2,700 kilometres away from the nearest land in all directions. Also known as ‘pole of inaccessibility’ which is used to describe locations that are harder to reach than any other point on Earth […]
CTET 2026 admit card releasing soon; check exam pattern, schedule, reporting time and qualifying marks
CTET 2026 admit card release date The Central Board of Secondary Education will conduct the 21st Edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test, CTET 2026 for teaching aspirants at the national level. To be held in offline mode, the exam will be conducted at several centres across the country with a huge number of candidates’ […]
What does ‘visibility’ mean in weather science?
Planes seen parked at Indira Gandhi International Airport amid dense fog, in New Delhi on January 17, 2026. | Photo Credit: ANI Screengrab A: In weather science, ‘visibility’ is a colloquial term for a quantity called the meteorological optical range. It’s defined as the distance a beam of light can travel through the atmosphere before […]