
Air Chief Marshal Flags Tejas Delays, Urges Private Sector Involvement
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has raised serious concerns about the ongoing delays in the delivery of the Tejas fighter aircraft, calling for an urgent boost in private sector partnerships for defence product development. Speaking at the 21st Subroto Mukherjee Seminar, Singh emphasized that R&D in defence becomes irrelevant if it doesn't meet its timelines, pointing out how the Tejas project, conceived in 1984, still faces delays. Despite its induction into the Indian Air Force in 2016,
Air Chief Marshal Flags Tejas Delays, Urges Private Sector Involvement
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has raised serious concerns about the ongoing delays in the delivery of the Tejas fighter aircraft, calling for an urgent boost in private sector partnerships for defence product development. Speaking at the 21st Subroto Mukherjee Seminar, Singh emphasized that R&D in defence becomes irrelevant if it doesn't meet its timelines, pointing out how the Tejas project, conceived in 1984, still faces delays. Despite its induction into the Indian Air Force in 2016,

GATE 2025 Admit Card Released: Download Now
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has released the admit card for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025. Registered candidates can now download their admit cards from the official website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. GATE 2025 is set to take place on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, and it will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across eight different zones. Results are expected to be announced on March 19, 2025. Candidates can follow a simple ste
GATE 2025 Admit Card Released: Download Now
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has released the admit card for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025. Registered candidates can now download their admit cards from the official website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. GATE 2025 is set to take place on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, and it will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across eight different zones. Results are expected to be announced on March 19, 2025. Candidates can follow a simple ste

Chandrababu Naidu Says No Action Against Adani Green Energy Without Proof
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu clarified that no action would be taken against Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) concerning allegations of bribery until concrete proof is provided. Speaking at the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) headquarters in Mangalagiri, Naidu emphasized the need for more evidence, especially as the case is still under investigation in the United States. He noted that the state government cannot act based on mere allegations and will await the outcome of the le
Chandrababu Naidu Says No Action Against Adani Green Energy Without Proof
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu clarified that no action would be taken against Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) concerning allegations of bribery until concrete proof is provided. Speaking at the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) headquarters in Mangalagiri, Naidu emphasized the need for more evidence, especially as the case is still under investigation in the United States. He noted that the state government cannot act based on mere allegations and will await the outcome of the le

IIT Roorkee Extends GATE 2025 Admit Card Release Date to January 7
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has postponed the release date for the GATE 2025 admit cards. Initially scheduled for January 2, the admit cards will now be available for download starting January 7, 2025. Registered candidates can access their admit cards by visiting the official GATE 2025 website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in, using their login credentials. The GATE 2025 exam is scheduled for February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, and it will be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mo
IIT Roorkee Extends GATE 2025 Admit Card Release Date to January 7
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has postponed the release date for the GATE 2025 admit cards. Initially scheduled for January 2, the admit cards will now be available for download starting January 7, 2025. Registered candidates can access their admit cards by visiting the official GATE 2025 website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in, using their login credentials. The GATE 2025 exam is scheduled for February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, and it will be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mo

ICAI Releases Admit Cards for CA Foundation and Intermediate Exams 2025
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the admit cards for the upcoming CA Foundation and Intermediate exams scheduled for January 2025. Candidates who have registered for either of the two exams can now download their admit cards by visiting the official ICAI website and logging in with their CA registration number and date of birth. The admit cards contain essential details such as the candidate’s name, CA roll number, photograph, signature, date
ICAI Releases Admit Cards for CA Foundation and Intermediate Exams 2025
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the admit cards for the upcoming CA Foundation and Intermediate exams scheduled for January 2025. Candidates who have registered for either of the two exams can now download their admit cards by visiting the official ICAI website and logging in with their CA registration number and date of birth. The admit cards contain essential details such as the candidate’s name, CA roll number, photograph, signature, date

NASA Delays Artemis Lunar Missions Due to Technical Challenges
NASA has announced delays to its Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon. The first crewed lunar mission, Artemis 2, will now take place in April 2026, pushed back from its original launch window in September 2025. The second mission, Artemis 3, which seeks to land astronauts on the Moon for the first time in over 50 years, has been rescheduled from late 2026 to mid-2027. The delays, revealed on December 5, are attributed to technical issues discovered during the Ar
NASA Delays Artemis Lunar Missions Due to Technical Challenges
NASA has announced delays to its Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon. The first crewed lunar mission, Artemis 2, will now take place in April 2026, pushed back from its original launch window in September 2025. The second mission, Artemis 3, which seeks to land astronauts on the Moon for the first time in over 50 years, has been rescheduled from late 2026 to mid-2027. The delays, revealed on December 5, are attributed to technical issues discovered during the Ar

US Visa Bulletin January 2025: Key Updates for Indian Green Card Applicants
The US Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs has released the Visa Bulletin for January 2025, providing crucial updates for green card applicants, with a notable focus on Indian applicants. This bulletin offers insights into the availability of immigrant visa numbers, which are vital for individuals waiting in the green card queue. The limits for employment-based preference immigrants have been set at 140,000, while family-sponsored category immigrants have a cap of
US Visa Bulletin January 2025: Key Updates for Indian Green Card Applicants
The US Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs has released the Visa Bulletin for January 2025, providing crucial updates for green card applicants, with a notable focus on Indian applicants. This bulletin offers insights into the availability of immigrant visa numbers, which are vital for individuals waiting in the green card queue. The limits for employment-based preference immigrants have been set at 140,000, while family-sponsored category immigrants have a cap of

Adani Group to Invest Rs 7.5 Lakh Crore in Rajasthan's Growth and Green Energy
In a major boost to Rajasthan's economic prospects, the Adani Group has pledged to invest Rs 7.5 lakh crore in the state over the next five years. This massive investment will fund key infrastructure projects, including the creation of four new cement plants and the establishment of a world-leading green energy ecosystem. Karan Adani, CEO of Adani Ports, shared these details at the 'Rising Rajasthan' Investor Summit 2024, where he highlighted the ambitious plans to build the world
Adani Group to Invest Rs 7.5 Lakh Crore in Rajasthan's Growth and Green Energy
In a major boost to Rajasthan's economic prospects, the Adani Group has pledged to invest Rs 7.5 lakh crore in the state over the next five years. This massive investment will fund key infrastructure projects, including the creation of four new cement plants and the establishment of a world-leading green energy ecosystem. Karan Adani, CEO of Adani Ports, shared these details at the 'Rising Rajasthan' Investor Summit 2024, where he highlighted the ambitious plans to build the world

Chandrababu Naidu's Green Energy Push
Andhra Pradesh is set to make a significant leap in the green energy sector under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. His commitment to sustainable development is evident through a new joint venture between NTPC Green Energy Ltd. and NREDCAP, which aims to set up renewable energy projects worth Rs 2,00,000 crore in the state. Following the enforcement of the new ICE Policy 2024, these projects will focus on the installation of 25 GW of solar and wind energy capacity, 10 GW
Chandrababu Naidu's Green Energy Push
Andhra Pradesh is set to make a significant leap in the green energy sector under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. His commitment to sustainable development is evident through a new joint venture between NTPC Green Energy Ltd. and NREDCAP, which aims to set up renewable energy projects worth Rs 2,00,000 crore in the state. Following the enforcement of the new ICE Policy 2024, these projects will focus on the installation of 25 GW of solar and wind energy capacity, 10 GW

The Impact of Immigration Policy on High-Skilled Workers in the US
The 1990 Immigration Act brought significant changes to the H-1B visa program and employment-based green cards, imposing caps of 65,000 and 140,000 annually, respectively. These restrictions were implemented without considering the growing demand for skilled labor fueled by technological advancements. The arbitrary cap on H-1B visas quickly became insufficient as more than 70% of graduate students in tech fields at US universities were international students. In response to the escalat
The Impact of Immigration Policy on High-Skilled Workers in the US
The 1990 Immigration Act brought significant changes to the H-1B visa program and employment-based green cards, imposing caps of 65,000 and 140,000 annually, respectively. These restrictions were implemented without considering the growing demand for skilled labor fueled by technological advancements. The arbitrary cap on H-1B visas quickly became insufficient as more than 70% of graduate students in tech fields at US universities were international students. In response to the escalat

Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays
More than 100 passengers of an Air India flight, scheduled to fly from Phuket to New Delhi on November 16, have been stranded for over 80 hours due to ongoing technical issues. According to multiple social media posts from passengers, the flight was initially delayed by six hours due to a technical fault. After waiting for hours, passengers were told to board the plane, only to be deboarded an hour later when the flight was canceled. The airline allegedly prepped the same plane for
Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays
More than 100 passengers of an Air India flight, scheduled to fly from Phuket to New Delhi on November 16, have been stranded for over 80 hours due to ongoing technical issues. According to multiple social media posts from passengers, the flight was initially delayed by six hours due to a technical fault. After waiting for hours, passengers were told to board the plane, only to be deboarded an hour later when the flight was canceled. The airline allegedly prepped the same plane for

Jakson Green Synthesizes Methanol from CO2 Emissions at NTPC Power Plant
Jakson Green, a leader in energy transition, has successfully synthesized methanol from carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions at NTPC’s Vindhyachal Thermal Power Plant, marking the first-ever instance of such a process in the world. The innovation captures CO2 directly from the plant's flue gases and converts it into methanol, a cleaner alternative fuel. This process could significantly impact industries like power generation and transportation by providing a more sustainable fuel option.
Jakson Green Synthesizes Methanol from CO2 Emissions at NTPC Power Plant
Jakson Green, a leader in energy transition, has successfully synthesized methanol from carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions at NTPC’s Vindhyachal Thermal Power Plant, marking the first-ever instance of such a process in the world. The innovation captures CO2 directly from the plant's flue gases and converts it into methanol, a cleaner alternative fuel. This process could significantly impact industries like power generation and transportation by providing a more sustainable fuel option.

Government Blocks Websites Exposing Sensitive Personal Data of Indian Citizens
In a decisive move to safeguard citizens' sensitive information, the Indian government has blocked several websites found to be exposing personal identifiable information, including Aadhaar and PAN Card details. This action follows a report from the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, which identified significant security flaws on these sites. The official statement highlighted the government's co
Government Blocks Websites Exposing Sensitive Personal Data of Indian Citizens
In a decisive move to safeguard citizens' sensitive information, the Indian government has blocked several websites found to be exposing personal identifiable information, including Aadhaar and PAN Card details. This action follows a report from the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, which identified significant security flaws on these sites. The official statement highlighted the government's co