Govt introduces NCDC Amendment Bill 2026 to expand direct funding for cooperativesA bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha to expand the NCDC's lending powers. This amendment will allow direct loans and grants to cooperativ...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Canada introduces new work permit exemption for foreign academic examinersCanada has published new rules for foreign academic examiners. Senior professionals with established reputations can now work without a per...
10 Aug, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
India donates five peacocks to UN Geneva, reviving decades-old traditionIndia has donated five Indian peacocks to the United Nations Office at Geneva. This donation revives a decades-old tradition of presenting ...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
AI, information warfare, cyber experts could join Territorial Army soonThe Territorial Army is expanding its role to include AI and cybersecurity experts. This initiative aims to infuse technical talent into th...
09 Aug, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
Antarctica is covered in ice, yet fire is so dangerous that the U.S. keeps a full-time professional fire department thereThe extreme weather of Antarctica raises notable fire dangers for research stations. At McMurdo Station, the U.S. Antarctic Program's centr...
08 Aug, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
Trump administration to invest $3 billion into minerals projects to boost US defense supply chainsThe US government is investing three billion dollars into critical minerals and battery projects. This initiative aims to increase domestic...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
Looms of Ladakh rejects irregularity charges, says Pashmina cooperative acted within lawLooms of Ladakh Women Cooperative Ltd denies registration and functioning irregularities. The cooperative asserts its decade-long work foll...
07 Aug, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
Steve Belichick on medical leave ahead of North Carolina's 2026 season openerNorth Carolina's defensive coordinator Steve Belichick is on medical leave from the team. Head coach Bill Belichick confirmed his son's abs...
06 Aug, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
In 1919, an African-American woman inventor created a central heating system powered by gas laying foundation for the future systems: How Alice H. Parker changed the world for good?In 1919, an African-American woman inventor created a central heating system powered by gas laying foundation for the future systems. Alice...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
Trump administration moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulationsThe Trump administration plans to significantly alter Head Start program regulations. These proposed changes aim to increase local decision...
06 Aug, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Kazakhstan positions itself as key logistics hub linking Europe with Asia & regional AI hubKazakhstan is expanding its transport infrastructure to link Europe and Asia. New highway construction and corridor expansions aim to boost...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
Canada's self-employed immigration program 'no longer fit for purpose', IRCC evaluation findsCanada’s Self-Employed Persons Program is no longer fit for its role in the country’s economic immigration system despite continuing to pro...
05 Aug, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
Australia revises processing priority for skilled and employer-sponsored visasAustralia has revised processing priorities for skilled migration visas, Fragomen said. The new framework prioritises defence, healthcare, ...
05 Aug, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
In 1957, an American woman scientist invented a liquid fuel Hydyne which helped United States create history and make space travel a reality: How Mary Sherman Morgan became Rocket Girl or America's first female rocket scientist?In 1957, an American woman scientist invented a liquid fuel Hydyne which helped United States create history and make space travel a realit...
05 Aug, 2026, 03.32 AM IST
World Bank urges developing nations to seize AI opportunityDeveloping nations should embrace artificial intelligence for rapid advancement. AI offers significant improvements in healthcare, educatio...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
US makes visa bond program permanent for 50 countries; India unaffectedThe US State Department will make a visa bond program permanent. This program requires applicants from fifty nations to post bonds. Bonds c...
01 Aug, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
Trump administration to end Medicare Part D subsidy after 2026The Trump administration will end a Medicare Part D subsidy program after 2026. Insurers have gained enough experience to price plans accur...
29 Jul, 2026, 09.15 AM IST