MCGILL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
Rajasthan university under police radar for issuing over 40,000 fake degrees
OPJS University in Churu is being investigated by the SOG for issuing 43,409 fake degrees. Following the arrest of Joginder Singh Dalal, unauthorized degrees were discovered. Sarita Karwasra and Jitendra Yadav were also arrested. Operational issues, fire claims, and PTI exam compromise noted. Higher education authorities halted admissions, with ADGP VK Singh and DIG Paris Deshmukh leading.
Eastern India's 1st university for students with disabilities to be opened in Ranchi: Minister
The Jharkhand government is planning to establish eastern India's first university dedicated to physically challenged students in Ranchi. Champai Soren, the Higher and Technical Education Minister, is overseeing the initiative to tailor education to the specific needs of disabled students. Special courses and educational tools will be provided accordingly. Additionally, a 'Navothan Scholarship Scheme' proposes full course fee reimbursement and annual assistance of Rs 48,000 for lodging and food for meritorious orphan and physically challenged students.
How Jaipur-based AU Small Finance Bank plans to plug a $400 billion credit gap
India’s largest small finance bank has recently bulked up and is now looking to utilise its heft to increase its presence in MSME lending. How successful would it be, is the billion-dollar question.
IIT Guwahati, Columbia University team up to develop optical driving process for nanopatterns
Emphasizing the significance of this breakthrough, Dr. Rishi Maiti, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, IIT Guwahati and co-author of this work, said, "This novel nano-patterning technique using optically induced strain opens doors to a myriad of possibilities in nanoscience and technology. Its simplicity and effectiveness mark a significant advancement in the field, with far-reaching implications across various industries.”
Police arrest dozens as they break up pro-Palestinian protests at several US universities
Pro-Palestinian protest encampments were dismantled at the University of Pennsylvania, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Arizona, leading to dozens of arrests. The protests demanded universities stop doing business with Israel or its supporters. At MIT, police arrested ten students after giving protesters 15 minutes to leave. The protests are part of a broader movement across the US and Europe, with students calling for an end to Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza. The UN has raised concerns about a "plausible risk of genocide" in Gaza, a charge Israel denies.
Huawei secretly backs US research, awarding millions in prizes
Huawei Technologies Co., a Chinese telecommunications giant blacklisted by the US, is secretly funding cutting-edge research at American universities, including Harvard, through an independent Washington-based foundation. The foundation, Optica, administers a research competition solely funded by Huawei, attracting top scientists worldwide. Huawei's involvement has sparked controversy due to concerns about national security and lack of transparency. Despite this, the foundation defends the partnership, emphasizing the support for global research and academic communication.
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Police clear pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University while clashes break out at UCLA
Violent clashes occurred on the University of California in Los Angeles campus between pro-Palestinian protesters and counter-demonstrators, according to live video coverage. Supporters of Israel attempted to tear down a pro-Palestinian protest encampment. The incident follows the largest outpouring of U.S. student activism since the 2020 anti-racism protests. New York City police arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators and removed a protest encampment on Columbia University campus.
14 years on, the marvel of DPI’s expanding universe
It has been 14 years since the first Aadhaar number was issued, a decade since the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) was designed.Ever since, the digital public infrastructure universe has been expanding.
IIT Madras Pravartak ties up with Jharkhand University of Technology to boost deep-tech disciplines
The partnership will focus on innovation, skill development, industry-academia collaboration and incubation support for nurturing startups, a statement said.
Bloodstains, quick-witted cab driver key in CEO Suchana Seth's arrest for son's murder
The arrest of Suchana Seth, CEO of a Bengaluru tech startup, revealed a distressing tale of maternal distress and loss after her four-year-old son's tragic death. Seth's abrupt solo departure from a Goa hotel, hiding her son's body, sparked suspicion. Bloodstains in the room prompted police action, leading to the cab's discreet tracking and the heartbreaking discovery. Reports hint at Seth's troubled marriage. Authorities investigate the child's death while Seth's professional success stands in stark contrast to this tragic event.
Study says poor sleep quality can negatively impact physical health
The comprehensive study involved 100 adults aged 30-59, utilising electroencephalogram (EEG) measurements to assess sleep quality over five nights at participants' homes.
Black Friday 2023: Origin, evolution, online shopping, and other projections
Black Friday 2023 heralds the start of the holiday shopping season, known for massive discounts and bustling crowds. Evolving from traditional in-store rushes to a dominant online presence, this year’s shift emphasizes convenience. Retailers offer up to 30% off on select items, bridging online and physical store experiences. Projections anticipate a 5.7% surge in online spending, with electronics expected to lead purchases. This evolution showcases a changing retail landscape, blending traditional fervor with an expanding digital sphere.
Ancient diets: Europeans ate seaweed during Stone Age, finds a new study
People in Europe ate seaweed and freshwater aquatic plants from the Stone Age right up until the Middle Ages before it disappeared from our plates.
All colleges, institutes and universities to have Yoga clubs in Haryana
All private and government universities and colleges have been directed to initiate the establishment of yoga clubs. The clubs will introduce students to Patanjali's Ashtaang Yoga and will be coordinated by trained yoga or Sanskrit/Hindi teachers. The initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the holistic development of students.
Harvard prof Claudia Goldin becomes 3rd woman to bag Economics Nobel for highlighting wage gaps faced by new moms at work
Goldin, 77, is the Henry Lee Professor of Economics at Harvard University. She has long been a trailblazer in the field - she was the first woman to be offered tenure in Harvard's economics department, in 1989.
Loki Season 2 returns with a stellar ensemble: Exploring the cast of Disney+'s multiverse adventure
Once again, at the forefront of the series is Tom Hiddleston in his charismatic role as the God of Mischief, Loki. In Season 2, Loki finds himself grappling with the repercussions of his previous actions, leading him to journey through different moments in time and disrupt the equilibrium of the TVA.
Police department wants grading of stations based on performance, says Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria
Singh briefed on the activities and schemes that Assam Police is undertaking for the maintenance of law and order and expedite the development of the state. The Governor said that to incentivize the dedication of the police personnel, the department advised to introduce ranking of police stations in accordance with their performance for protecting the life and properties of the people of the state.
UK keen on welcoming IIT offshore campus, universities already in talks: British officials
Two IITs have already announced setting up their offshore campuses and have signed formal agreements in this regard. While IIT Madras is setting up its campus in Tanzania's Zanzibar, IIT Delhi is setting up an offshore campus in Abu Dhabi.
Chandrayaan-3: What are the educational qualifications of the masterminds behind India's successful moon mission
Leading this Chandrayaan-3 mission was the main scientist, P. Veeramuthuvel, with Srikant serving as the mission director and Kalpana as the associate project director at ISRO. M. Sankaran served in the role of director, while S. Somanath held the position of chairman at ISRO. Among the team members was scientist Chayan Dutta from Assam.
Don't forget economic time: Here's how time dissemination could enable smooth functioning of modern world
Time dissemination is distributing accurate and synchronised time information to various devices, networks and institutions. While it might seem like a straightforward task, its implications are far-reaching and hold the potential to shape the success or failure of countless endeavours.
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 Mission: Who are among the crew members and what will they do? Here’s everything you may want to know about the upcoming launch
By conducting a multitude of scientific experiments and technology demonstrations, NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 mission aims to contribute to the advancement of space exploration and bring tangible benefits to humanity back on Earth.
10 IIT KGP students selected for research internship scholarship in foreign varsities
An IIT Kharagpur alumnus, a hedge fund researcher in New York, has come forward to support 10 meritorious students of the premier educational institution for their summer internship in reputed foreign universities. The scholarship would facilitate the scholars to pursue their research internship at premier universities in the US, the UK, Belgium, Canada, and Germany.
When and how can you see Northern lights in Scotland? Know here
Scots who missed Sunday night's spectacular light show may have another opportunity to witness the Northern Lights.
Want to be more fit and confident in 2023? Engage in community gardening, advise experts
Those who spent more time gardening are more likely to be fit and run a lower risk of being diagnosed with cancer.
In a first, radio signal sent by 9 billion light-year away galaxy gets captured by scientists
A signal, that was sent by a galaxy 9 billion light-years away from the Earth, has been discovered by scientists.
India, Russia explore coop in biotech, AI & quantum tech & oceanography
The participants of the Working Group discussed the implementation of the inter-ministerial Roadmap for Science, Technology and Innovation cooperation between Russia and India, prepared by the decision of the previous meeting. The sides exchanged information on such promising areas of cooperation as biotechnology, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, cyber-physical systems, oceanography, medical sciences, fundamental and applied physics.
McGill & IISc astronomers detect radio signal from atomic hydrogen in distant galaxy using GMRT
The astronomical distance over which such a signal has been picked up is the largest so far by a large margin. This is also the first confirmed detection of strong lensing of 21 cm emission from a galaxy. The findings have been published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
PM Narendra Modi launches first phase of 5G services in 13 cities
PM Modi inaugurated the first phase of 5G services in 13 cities across India in Pragati Maidan also inaugurated the sixth edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) with the theme of “New digital Universe”. It will bring together leading thinkers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and government officials to discuss and showcase unique opportunities emerging from the rapid adoption and spread of digital technology.
Some 230 whales beached in Tasmania; rescue efforts underway
A team from the Marine Conservation Programme was assembling whale rescue gear and heading to the area, the department said. A resident told the Australian Broadcasting Corp. the whales were visible near the entrance to Macquarie Harbour and described the stranding as a "massive event".
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