Author: Sumit Kumar

NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi and Hyundai Motor Group have signed a strategic MoU to advance innovation in Electric Vehicle (EV) and Battery Technology. This collaboration aims to propel transformative research and development that will shape the future of sustainable mobility in India.   In a joint effort with IIT Bombay and […]

NEW DELHI: Delhi University (DU) has launched an investigation following the failure of nearly 500 students from the Non-Collegiate Women’s Education Board (NCWEB) in exams conducted at Jesus and Mary College (JMC). The discrepancies have sparked protests and demands for justice from the affected students.   The affected students staged a protest outside JMC, accusing […]

NEW DELHI: In a landmark decision for wildlife conservation, the Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary has officially been declared a tiger reserve. This announcement comes after the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, through the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), granted in-principle approval. The designation marks a significant step towards ensuring better management and conservation of […]

NEW DELHI: In a significant development for India’s wildlife conservation efforts, Kuno National Park is set to release at least two cheetahs into the wild on International Cheetah Day, falling on Wednesday. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has approved this momentous event. This release marks a key step in India’s ongoing efforts to reintroduce cheetahs to […]

NEW DELHI: Cyclone Fengal, which made landfall near Puducherry on November 30, has significantly weakened but continues to leave a lasting impact on the region. Torrential rains, influenced by the storm, have led to the highest rainfall in three decades for the union territory, prompting the deployment of the Army and National Disaster Response Force […]

NEW DELHI: Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has issued a notice prohibiting protests, dharnas, and slogan-raising activities on campus without prior approval from university authorities. The directive, released through an office memorandum, warns students of “disciplinary” measures if they engage in such actions. The memorandum emphasizes that protests targeting constitutional figures or law enforcement agencies require […]

NEW DELHI: Nearly 40 years after the nightmarish Bhopal gas tragedy, hundreds of tonnes of toxic waste still blight the Union Carbide India Limited premises, keeping the memory of the disaster alive. Despite numerous court orders and warnings, the hazardous remnants continue to pose significant health and environmental risks. Over the past 40 years, Bhopal’s real […]

NEW DELHI: Negotiations to ratify a legally binding treaty to curb plastic pollution ended without any consensus in Busan, South Korea. Critical unresolved issues necessitated additional time for agreement, according to the chair, Ecuadorian diplomat Luis Vayas Valdivieso. “While it is encouraging that portions of the text have been agreed upon, a few critical issues prevent […]

NEW DELHI: Over 100 bird enthusiasts from across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) came together on Sunday for the Delhi Winter Bird Count 2024. Among the highlights of this year’s count were the sightings of several rare species, including the Eurasian Griffon and the Slender-billed Gull. This event was organized by various bird-watching groups […]

NEW DELHI: Sculptor Naresh Kumawat, who crafted the 75-ft long Samudra Manthan mural inside new Parliament building, is back with his latest creation — a 4-foot statue of magnate Ratan Tata. The business tycoon who passed away last month has had a million fans worldwide for leaving an inspiring journey of brands — Taj Hotels, […]