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- by TOI World DeskRose-Hulman students have developed a remarkable wearable device tailored for visually impaired individuals. This innovative headgear employs advanced sensors to identify surrounding obstacles, providing users with haptic feedback. With a remarkable twelve-hour battery life on a single charge, this device empowers users with greater independence. The project's goal is to enhance the day-to-day experiences of […]
EDUCATION NEWS
- India’s foundational literacy push must now bridge the policy-to-practice gap, strengthen classroom outcomes, build reading habits and use technology to complement teachers.
- A new chapter, ‘Governance and Public Policy’, discusses concepts such as Ram Rajya and Rajdharma, along with the historical significance of the Sengol.
- Room to Read India hosted the National Literacy Summit 2026, concluding its campaign with 53+ lakh participants across 11 states and earning record honors for foundational literacy impact.
- The latest release takes the total funds disbursed to eligible higher education institutions under the Gyanodaya-Shiksha Ru Samruddhi scheme to Rs 23.90 crore for the 2026-27 academic session.
- The Supreme Court is set to assess the regulatory powers of the Bar Council of India over law colleges. A bench questioned whether the Bar Council qualifies as an expert body in legal education matters. The court indicated that legal scholars may be better suited to address academic concerns. The hearing is in response to […]
- A district consumer commission in Punjab has mandated Eduinx Education Services to refund ₹84,960 to an MBA graduate. This decision arose after the company was unable to deliver on its promise of guaranteed placement. Harish Malhotra, the complainant, sought compensation due to the company’s failure to fulfill its representation. The commission determined that Eduinx's claims […]
- The Chief Minister further highlighted the development in the education sector, stating that the State government has established 700 model schools, with a capacity of 3.5 lakh students to provide top-notch online education through live classes, similar to Kota, Rajasthan.
- The decision was taken at a meeting of the MCD Education Committee, where chairman Yogesh Verma directed officials to draw up a special enrolment drive involving teachers, parents, NGOs and community representatives. The Education Department has also been directed to intensify the "School Chalo Abhiyan".
- Several courses introduced in the vocational higher secondary sector have become outdated, making it necessary to strengthen the sector in tune with changing times, Keralam General Education Minister N Samsudheen said.
- Speaking at a programme in the Ladwa Assembly constituency, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced ₹21 lakh for development works in village Bir Kheri and ₹2 lakh for books for the village library.
- Mizoram's Education Minister highlighted Mizoram's progress in the education sector as well as the challenges in implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
- Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said over one lakh youths will get government jobs in the next six months as he handed appointment letters to 818 UPPSC and UPSSSC selectees in Lucknow.
- Bengal govt asks edu institutes to include Syama Prasad Mookerjee's life, contributions in curriculaSuch collaboration, it said, could also facilitate the identification, collection and preservation of archival material relating to his life and historical associations in those countries.
- Delhi Education and Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood on Tuesday chaired the first meeting of the 20-member High-Powered Committee constituted on student accommodation and safety issues.
- Speaking after inaugurating the silver jubilee celebrations of JSS Speech and Hearing Centre, Rayareddi said govt alone could not provide education and healthcare to everyone.
- Elaborating on the policy roadmap, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that inter-departmental consultations have been initiated to finalise suitable land parcels and architectural blueprints for the upcoming facilities.
- The Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programme provides students with practical experience in industries related to their fields of study alongside their higher education.
- The CSR contribution to Help U Educational and Charitable Trust will support learning infrastructure and improve educational facilities for children.
- The enthusiastic student participants, who had gathered from institutions across India along with Bhutan, to take part in one of the region's oldest and most respected debating traditions.
- The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has directed education deputy directors to ensure strict implementation of the centralised online admission process for Class 11.
- by TOI World DeskRose-Hulman students have developed a remarkable wearable device tailored for visually impaired individuals. This innovative headgear employs advanced sensors to identify surrounding obstacles, providing users with haptic feedback. With a remarkable twelve-hour battery life on a single charge, this device empowers users with greater independence. The project's goal is to enhance the day-to-day experiences of […]
SCIENCE IT AND COMMUNCATION
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INDIA
- by Aastha Jha
- by Karan Manral
- by Kanchan Yadav
- by Anuja JaiswalOver 4,100kg khoya, paneer destroyed in Delhi; 10,000kg adulterated paneer seized in Mewat in past month
- by Kanchan YadavPriyanka Kakkar, a former Aam Aadmi Party spokesperson, joined the Congress party after leaving AAP. She criticized AAP's leadership saying that she could no longer defend the "indefensible". Kakkar also expressed admiration for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's resilience in facing political challenges and supported his criticisms of the Chief Election Commissioner.
- by Vivek Dubey
- by Anuja JaiswalThe Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched its “First in the World Challenge”, inviting researchers to develop breakthrough vaccines, drugs, therapeutics, diagnostics and other health technologies that have never been thought of, tested or tried anywhere in the world. The initiative will offer up to Rs 8 crore for a single project, depending […]
- by Anuja Jaiswal
- by Karan Manral
- by Rajeev SinghThe US Embassy said the trip is meant to push forward the "major defense partnership" and deepen cooperation between the two militaries. Its list of topics includes digital transformation, emerging technologies and regional strategic stability. It also names "defense energy resilience" and an "increasingly competitive technology landscape", though it does not spell out what either […]
- by Vivek Dubey
- by Karan Manral
- by Raj Shekhar Jha
- by Karan Manral
- by Vijaya Srivastava
- by Raj Shekhar Jha
WORLD
- by TOI World DeskGiovanni Gallo, an Italian Jesuit priest, moved to Marajó Island in Brazil in the 1970s. He organized the preservation and export of 12,000 piranhas to fund community infrastructure projects. These projects included bridges, a cemetery, a dock, and an airstrip for local residents. Gallo also founded the Museu do Marajó, which showcased local history and […]
- by TOI World DeskA groundbreaking project has identified 658 previously unmarked graves at the White Cliffs and Menindee cemeteries in Australia. Utilizing advanced non-invasive scanning techniques, Hunter Geophysics successfully located these burial sites, ensuring no disturbance to the ground. This initiative aims to enhance cemetery management and heritage conservation, with plans for memorialization at White Cliffs for those […]
- by TOI Real Estate DeskThe historic Bel-Air estate once owned by Judy Garland has been sold for $11.1 million, slightly below its listing price of $11.495 million. Built in 1938 by the renowned architect Wallace Neff, this traditional-style home showcases five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, set amid lush surroundings. Its ties to Garland's rise in Hollywood continue to intrigue […]
- by TOI World DeskNorwegian authorities are grappling with a serious mercury contamination issue stemming from the sunken U-864 submarine, which met its fate during World War II. Recent investigations discovered leaking mercury containers, prompting worries about environmental repercussions. The government is now exploring strategies to mitigate this contamination, with sealing the wreck being one of the options under […]
- by TOI World DeskIn a bid to safeguard a crucial ecological area, Collier County has finalized an agreement to buy Wildflowerz Ranch, preventing any residential construction on its expansive 625 acres. Valued at approximately $7.8 million after two years of negotiations, this acquisition underscores the county's dedication to conservation and wildlife protection. Additionally, the ranch's current cattle operations […]
- by TOI World Desk
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- by TOI World DeskIn a recent two-day auction spanning Illinois and Indiana, Philip Rietveld's farmland portfolio captured significant attention, with 23 tracts fetching an impressive $22.46 million. The event attracted 82 bidders from seven states, demonstrating robust competition among local farmers and landowners, with no institutional players participating. A regional group secured one property in Illinois, reflecting the […]
- by TOI World DeskJohn Denver's former guest house and music studio in Aspen sold for $8.2 million in November 2025. The recent buyer undertook significant renovations, including a modern kitchen and structural improvements. This property spans 5 acres within a gated community and offers stunning views from Aspen to Snowmass. It consists of two structures totaling 2,912 square […]
- by Aryan SinghIn a grave development, two Iranian nationals, Rahman Salehi and Salam Ahmadyan, face charges in the UK over an alleged terror conspiracy targeting Manchester's Jewish community during Yom Kippur. They stand accused of carrying out reconnaissance and attempting to procure materials for an improvised explosive device. Prompt intervention by authorities on September 20 thwarted the […]
- by TOI World DeskShannon Burns is currently involved in a significant legal battle against Gitpod regarding her employment termination. She has won a disability discrimination case, but compensation has not yet been awarded. Burns is seeking £76 million, arguing her dismissal disrupted her technology career. A tribunal recently allowed her claim to proceed despite Gitpod's attempts to limit […]
- by TOI World DeskBeth Feeback, an artist hailing from North Carolina, stumbled upon an extraordinary deal at Goodwill when she purchased a large painting for merely $9.99. A tip from a friend led her to uncover its true worth—a stunning geometric abstract by Ilya Bolotowsky. The piece notably fetched $34,375 at Sotheby's, thanks to its connection to the […]
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- by Rajeev SinghAnthropic has spent months consulting religious scholars and other experts about how AI systems should behave and what values they should follow. The company has held private discussions with scholars from around the world and required participants to sign nondisclosure agreements, according to the Times. The effort comes as Anthropic pursues rapid expansion, with the […]
- by Ahsan Tasnim
- by Raj Shekhar Jha
- by Prisha Patnaik
- by TOI Science DeskIn 2015, ESA astronaut Tim Peake carried rocket seeds to the International Space Station, launching a groundbreaking research project. Upon his return, 8,600 UK schools engaged in a citizen science experiment analyzing the seeds. The outcomes indicated that while the seeds' growth and aging were influenced by space conditions, they remained viable.