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Fanaticism in the name of science
My first industrial job after graduating with a PhD in theoretical physics was that of an R&D engineer at RCA, which at the time was a major conglomerate in the US. They manufactured TV sets among many other products which used cathode ray tubes (CRTs) as display devices.
Race Against 'China Tech'
China stands as one of South Korea's most significant trading partners while also emerging as a formidable rival in domains where Korean firms have traditionally excelled in technological prowess and market competitiveness.
German Divide
The rise of the far-right political outfit, AfD, with a plank of anti-immigration was considered to be a fringe element reflecting continued economic disparity but was not in a position to threaten the national consensus. However, capturing power in two important provinces defies economic logic when, with growing prosperity, many are moving from western to the eastern parts. The difference in unemployment between the two regions is insignificant as faster economic growth has attracted massive investments from reputed brands like Tesla and Intel. The level of immigration in eastern Germany is lowest
Trump's Impact
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term in office, the global economy braces for a wave of uncertainty.
Maha Voters Buried Politics of Betrayal Played by Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday claimed that Maharashtra's grand victory of BJP-led MahaYuti has brought the country's politics back on track as it buried the politics of betrayal played by Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray.
SC Ruling: A Landmark Decision Protecting Rights of Genuine Railway Passengers: RPF
The recent judgment by the Supreme Court is a landmark decision in protecting the rights of genuine railway passengers, according to Director General of the Railway Protection Force Manoj Yadava.
Jaishankar to Visit Spain on 13-14 January, His First as Foreign Minister
External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, is set to embark on a diplomatic visit to Spain on 13-14 January.
J&K: Unprecedented security ahead of PM Modi's visit to inaugurate Sonamarg Tunnel
Extraordinary security arrangements were in place on Sunday throughout the Kashmir Valley as areas around Sonamarg and Gagangir in Ganderbal district were literally security-sealed to keep miscreants and anti-national elements at bay ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival on Monday.
Chhattisgarh: 3 Maoists Killed in Encounter With Security Forces in Bijapur
At least three Maoists have been killed in an encounter with security forces on Sunday in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, said Bijapur Police.
Bihar bandh in support of job aspirants evokes mixed response
The day-long state-wide strike on Sunday over alleged irregularities in the 70th Combined Competitive Exams (preliminary) conducted by the BPSC on 13 December 2024, evoked mixed response.
SC to Hear on 15 Jan Cong Plea Challenging Amendments to Conduct of Election Rules
The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Wednesday a plea filed by senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh challenging the amendment to the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, which restricts public access to election materials, such as CCTV footage unless explicitly listed by the Election Commission of India (ECI).
T'gana CM blames lack of ideology in politics for defections
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Sunday blamed lack of ideology and student politics for increasing defections.
BJP and NDA opt out of TN bypoll blaming ruling DMK
Close on the heels of the principal opposition AIADMK and its ally, DMDK, announcing boycott of the 5 February, bypoll to the Erode East assembly constituency, the BJP-led NDA too followed suit, staying away from the electoral contest on the pretext that the ruling DMK will not allow a fair and free poll.
TN Governor responds to Stalin's 'Childish' jibe, says CM's 'arrogance' not good
Stalin alleged that Ravi's actions stemmed from his inability to 'digest' Tamil Nadu's progress
Telangana MLAs almost come to blows in review meeting
BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy and BRS-turned-Congress MLA Sanjay Kumar had a heated exchange
U-turn on NEET promise: TN BJP seeks unconditional apology from Udhayanidhi Stalin
The Tamil Nadu BJP has demanded an unconditional apology from Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for allegedly reneging on his promise to abolish the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET).
Kamarpukur Ramakrishna Mission Math celebrates Swami Vivekananda birth anniversary
Kamarpukur Ramakrishna Mission Math today celebrated the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda as National Youth Day.
India's Sixth and Eastern India's First Astronomical Observatory Inaugurated at Garpanchkot Hills in Purulia
The first astronomical observatory in Eastern India has been inaugurated in Garpanchkot Hills in Purulia district by the Satyendra Nath Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences.
Tension escalates at India-Bangladesh border over fencing near Teen Bigha Corridor
Even as top BSF and BGB officials jointly witnessed the Retreat Ceremony at the Zero Point of the Land and Customs Station (LCS) in Fulbari near Siliguri, tensions are brewing near the Teen Bigha Corridor in Cooch Behar today.
Gangasagar Mela 2025 to be a grand pilgrimage with unmatched security
The district administration expects around 50 lakh devotees to attend this year's Gangasagar Mela
NDRF Deploys Five Specialized Teams for Gangasagar Mela
In a significant move to ensure the safety and well-being of lakhs of pilgrims attending the iconic Gangasagar Mela, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed five specialized search and rescue teams.
Railway Board Member (Finance) visits Chittaranjan Locomotive Works
Ms. Roopa Srinivasan, Member (Finance) of the Railway Board/New Delhi & ex-officio Secretary to Government of India, visited Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) today.
DM of West Burdwan district says all stone crusher workers will be screened after four workers were detected with silicosis recently
The District Magistrate of West Burdwan, S. Ponnambalam, has directed the health screening of all workers in the district's stone-crushing industries after four labourers were recently detected with silicosis.
Midnapore: Left & BJP protest over substandard saline issue
Allegations of corruption and negligence have fueled public anger in Midnapore
Palamau tiger enters Bengal
The fugitive Palamau tiger has finally sneaked into the Bengal forests, crossing the Subarnarekha River in the early hours of today, in a similar manner to tigress Zeenat—an escapee from Similipal Tiger Reserve, Odisha—who intruded on 20 December last.
EAM Jaishankar to represent India at Donald Trump's inauguration
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent India at the inauguration of Mr Donald Trump as the President of the United States on 20 January.
B'desh foreign secy meets Indian envoy
Expresses concern over recent tensions on India-Bangladesh border
ISRO SpaDex docking mission: Satellites brought to within 3 metres in trial attempt
Two ISRO satellites came as close as three metres in a trial attempt for space docking and are now moving back, the Indian space agency said on Sunday.
Initiatives Unveiled to Promote Mahakumbh 2025 as Global Tourism Hub
The Centre is set to make Mahakumbh 2025 a landmark event not only as a spiritual gathering but also for global tourism.
Indonesian Prez likely to be R-Day chief guest
The newly-elected President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto is likely to be the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India, it is learnt.