Harvard University has announced a major crackdown on grade inflation, making it harder for undergraduates to earn A grades from 2027. As reported by the Associated Press, the move has triggered a wider debate over academic rigor, student stress and whether elite universities are redefining what excellence truly means in modern higher education. At Harvard…
A US entrepreneur claimed he was approached by Meta for a role the same week Meta fired 8,000 employees. An American entrepreneur, Zach Wilson, claimed on X that Meta reached out to interview him for a principal role the same week the company decided to fire 8,000 people in a major shake-up attributed to AI….
Technical education produces trained professionals that are responsible for technological advances and sustainable development. The relevance of technical education is evident from the fact that many Indian families aspire for their children to become engineers and technologists. The trend continues, even today, but the number of seats is not as scarce as it used to…
Because they kept the details private, the rumour mill spent years guessing what went wrong.A few distinct narratives eventually emerged: The political pressure: In April 2025, President Donald Trump weighed in publicly, suggesting that the relentless, suffocating pressure of the Russia investigation took a massive toll on his son’s marriage, calling the breakup “very sad”…
Chennai: A special court in Chennai has dropped money-laundering proceedings initiated by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) against four firms linked to Coastal Energy after the Delhi high court quashed the underlying CBI case alleging supply of sub-standard coal to NTPC.The prosecution complaint named Coastal Energy Pvt Ltd, Coastal Energen Pvt Ltd and overseas-linked entities…
SSC CGL registration: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the SSC CGL 2026 examination, opening the door for thousands of graduates seeking government jobs across India. Along with the notification, the Commission has also started the online application process for recruitment to several Group B and Group C posts in…
Washington: For years, American commencement (convocation) speakers could safely rely on formulaic speeches involving inspirational cliches, autobiographical struggles, and exhortations to new graduates to “dream big” and not fear failure. In 2026, there’s a new guard rail: mention artificial intelligence at your own risk.Across the United States this commencement season, graduation ceremony speakers invoking AI…
Nepal is thinking about changing a law that treats teenagers in relationships like criminals. That’s a good idea — and India should think about doing the same. In Nepal, the law currently says people under 18 cannot legally have sex, even if both teenagers agree to it. India has a similar law under POCSO Act….
Want to experience the life of ‘Mowgli’ from The Jungle Book? Head to Pench National Park. Situated in the ‘Heart of India’, Madhya Pradesh, the park is spread across Seoni and Chhindwara districts. Shared by two states, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, Pench is known for its dense teak forests, peaceful surroundings, and excellent safari experiences….
What else could a Bigg Boss Malayalam fan ask for! The logo of the upcoming eighth season is out, and that too on superstar host Mohanlal’s birthday. For the first time ever, the logo release has been done through a promo featuring the host announcing yet another surprise.The teaser starts with a voice-over of people…