BRIC-NIPGR Opens PhD Applications in Plant Biology, Deadline June 12 BRIC-NIPGR PhD Admission 2026: Aspiring researchers in plant science and biotechnology have a final opportunity to apply for the prestigious Ph.D. Programme at the BRIC–National Institute of Plant Genome Research (BRIC-NIPGR), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. The institute has…
A Sikh man jailed for murdering an 18-year-old student in Southampton had previously been reported to police over the alleged theft of ceremonial religious blades, the Daily Mail reported.Vickrum Digwa, 23, was sentenced to life imprisonment after being convicted of murdering Henry Nowak, 18, with an eight-inch kirpan in Southampton city centre in December 2025.Members…
I’ve recently been collecting versions, in different languages, of the phrase, ‘the grass is greener on the other side.’ What surprised me was how different they are texturally, geographically and in the images they bring to mind. Kannada says, ‘doorada betta kannige nunnage’, or further mountains are smoother. Unlike the English, who looked out at…
Lord’s Cricket Ground, established in 1814, is the world’s oldest cricket stadium still in use. Founded by Thomas Lord, it’s revered as the ‘Home of Cricket’ and hosted India’s historic 1983 World Cup victory against the West Indies. This iconic venue, owned by the MCC, holds immense significance for cricketers and fans alike. India’s first-ever…
The value of daily ritual is always emphasized in Hindu religion. There are so many sacred rituals mentioned in Hinduism that people should follow on a daily basis. By following certain sacred practices, people can enhance their good luck, invite prosperity, peace, happiness and wealth in their life. You can also attract pleasant energy by…
The government said that due to the crisis in the Middle East, international ATF prices have increased 2.5 times. (AI image) Amid the prolonged Middle East conflict, the government has approved an Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) Price Stabilisation Fund to safeguard problems being faced by airlines, oil marketing companies and fliers. This will be a…
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the NTPC Undergraduate (UG) Phase 2 Exam City Intimation Slip for candidates scheduled to appear in the upcoming Computer-Based Test (CBT 1). The city slip was issued on June 3, allowing candidates appearing for the June 13 examination to check their allotted exam city, exam date and shift…
Avani Ahuja (right) receives the Henry Ford II Scholar Award. Indian-origin MIT graduate Avani Ahuja has received the prestigious Henry Ford II Scholar Award. The honour is among the institute’s top recognitions for undergraduate engineering students and celebrates academic excellence, leadership and future promise. During her time at MIT Ahuja conducted research in power electronics,…
When it comes to raising children, every country has its own unique way. However, one thing is certain that some parenting styles stand out better than others, and thus provide valuable lessons for parents everywhere.Recently, Dr. Ravi Malik, a senior pediatrician with over 35 years of experience, shared a few observations from Switzerland. In a…
As we all know that Chaturthi tithi is dedicated to worship Lord Ganesha so devotees worship him with devotion on this particular day. People offer their sincere prayers to Lord Ganpati and observe strict fast from dawn to dusk. This is one of the most auspicious days in Hindu religion. Lord Ganesha is known as…