Madhya Pradesh opens overseas scholarship applications for Master’s and PhD aspirants from unreserved category students The Madhya Pradesh government has invited applications for its overseas scholarship scheme for the Academic Session 2026-27 covering January to June 2026. The scheme is aimed at supporting students seeking admission to Master’s and PhD programmes in foreign universities. The…
The United States decided to extend the sanctions waiver on Russian oil, offering temporary relief to countries purchasing crude from Moscow as the world grapples with tight energy supplies. The US treasury department on Friday issued a fresh licence allowing the purchase of Russian oil and petroleum products that had already been loaded onto ships…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s dream became a reality on Saturday as the 15-year-old received his India debut cap ahead of the second T20I against England at Old Trafford in Manchester.The left-handed opener created history by becoming India’s youngest-ever international cricketer at 15 years and 99 days, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s 36-year-old record….
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the examination dates for the Diploma-Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE) 2026. According to the official schedule, the DCECE (PE/PM/PMM)-2026 examination will be conducted on May 23 and May 24, 2026.The entrance examination is held for admission to various diploma and certificate programmes in the state,…
Sea ice melts on the Franklin Starait (AP file photo) Scientists have tested an idea that could help reduce the melting of Arctic sea ice, and the initial results are promising. The method involves spraying of seawater onto existing sea ice in winter and letting it freeze into a new layer.The on-site experiment took place…
While early birds existed in a time period when dinosaurs dominated, they were feathered, capable of gliding or flying, but looked nothing like the birds we have today. Unlike birds like pigeons, robins and eagles, which have short fan-shaped tails, these ancient birds possessed long, bony tails inherited from their dinosaur ancestors. The transition from…
AB de Villiers, globally known as “Mr. 360”, is among the most famous names in the cricket fraternity. The former South African captain earned this moniker for his brilliant ability to hit shots all around the ground, irrespective of line and length. It’s a fact that he remains one of the most celebrated batters in…
German biologist and recreational fisherman Roland Lorkowsky released thousands of juvenile Wels catfish into Spain’s Ebro River in 1974. His goal was simple and positive: to create a world-class sport fishery by introducing one of Europe’s biggest freshwater fish. But today, the Wels catfish has become one of the dominant predators in many Spanish waterways….
Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continued his record-breaking run in IPL 2026, scripting history with the most sixes hit by an Indian in a single innings during Rajasthan Royals’ clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The 15-year-old prodigy smashed 12 sixes during his breathtaking 103 off just 37 balls, setting a new benchmark for…
Representational file photo The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2026 was delayed at some examination centres on Saturday after a technical glitch affected the start of the test, according to the National Testing Agency (NTA).In a statement posted on X, the agency said the problem was reported by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), which is…