Delhi-NCR schools' shift to hybrid mode due to foul air is deepening post-pandemic learning losses. Teachers report critical gaps in science, writing, and engagement, with students struggling in online labs and disconnected classrooms.
Chandigarh Teachers' Association staged a protest against offline remedial classes during winter break, citing low attendance and health risks. They demand online mode. Read more.
Motorists in Bhubaneswar faced a chaotic day as the e-challan payment portal crashed. Long queues formed at traffic police stations, forcing many to take leave from work to clear pending fines offline. Read more about the ordeal and the government's respo
St. Thomas' School in Dwarka inaugurates 'Eureka', an experiential Science and Mathematics Park. CBSE Director Dr. Biswajit Saha highlights its role in transforming abstract concepts into practical understanding. Explore the future of learning.
Bitcoin mining companies are finding a lucrative new side hustle: converting their power-hungry data centers to serve the AI boom. Discover how this pivot is boosting stocks by 90%.
Global Capability Centers in India are strategically hiring multilingual professionals to enhance customer experience and expand their global service delivery. Discover the key languages and skills in demand.
Swiggy Instamart quietly opens its first physical retail store in Gurgaon's Sector 65. The outlet offers app-like discounts and serves as a supply hub for local restaurants. Discover the new hybrid retail model.
US senators demand answers from Google, Amazon, and others on whether their energy-hungry AI data centers are increasing electricity costs for American families. Read the full investigation.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals the TIDE 2.0 scheme has supported over 1,700 startups, boosting India's tech innovation ecosystem. Discover the impact and future plans.
Discover why Plutarch's ancient wisdom, 'The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled,' is crucial for joyful, lifelong learning in children. Learn how to nurture curiosity.
The US International Development Finance Corp. plans a massive funding boost to $205B, focusing on AI data centers, critical minerals, and energy projects globally, including in allied nations. Read more.
Thailand and UNODC launch a global partnership to fight online scams, with Meta and TikTok joining. Scams cost victims up to $37 billion in 2023. Read about the new cross-border initiative.
Mamaearth co-founder Varun Alagh argues digital fatigue is pushing brands back to the physical world. Discover why offline experiences are the new marketing frontier.
India temporarily shuts two visa application centers in Bangladesh due to security situation. Operations suspended in Dhaka's Gulshan and Uttara areas. Details inside.
India has temporarily closed its visa application centers in Dhaka and Sylhet, Bangladesh, due to the security situation. Operations have shifted to the High Commission. Learn more.
Paytm Payments Services secures RBI authorisation to operate as a payment aggregator for offline and cross-border transactions, expanding its financial services footprint. Discover the implications for India's digital payments landscape.
UIDAI officially approves face authentication for Aadhaar, enhancing privacy and enabling offline verification under new DPDP rules. A new app is coming to simplify check-ins and access.
Google announces a major push for India's AI ecosystem with an $8 million grant for AI Centers, healthcare collaborations, and a $2 million Indic Language Hub. Discover how this shapes India's tech future.
SpaceX's valuation hits $800B as Elon Musk eyes a 2026 IPO. The new frontier? AI data centers in space, powered by the sun, to overcome Earth's bottlenecks. Read the full analysis.
A new study reveals 73% of Indian students prefer YouTube over textbooks for learning. Explore the pros, cons, and the future of hybrid education models in India.
The ASER 2023 report reveals Indian students' foundational learning has bounced back to pre-pandemic levels. Enrollment is high, but challenges remain. Discover the key findings and what they mean for India's education system.
Delhi government suspends offline classes till Class 5 due to severe air pollution. Online classes made mandatory. Read the latest updates and safety guidelines.
IIT Madras's Vidyashakti initiative is transforming Tamil language learning with digital tools at Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0. Discover how it makes STEM and Tamil engaging for students and workers across India and Sri Lanka.
A new UIDAI rule mandates registration for entities using Aadhaar verification, promoting QR code scans over paper copies to protect user privacy and data security. Read more.
Mahakal Temple in Ujjain suspends online booking for Bhasma Aarti from December 25 to January 5. Devotees must fill offline forms for permission. Plan your visit now!
SoftBank Group is negotiating to acquire DigitalBridge Group Inc., a major digital infrastructure investor, to capitalize on the AI-driven data center boom. Deal could finalize this year.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explored a multi-billion dollar deal to acquire or partner with rocket company Stoke Space, aiming to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX. The talks, now inactive, highlight Altman's ambitions for orbital AI data centers. Read the full s
Apple is set to roll out the iOS 26.2 update for iPhones as early as December 8. Get details on new Apple Music, Podcasts, and AirPods features coming to your device.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai announces Project Sunbather to launch experimental AI data centers into orbit by 2027, aiming to harness solar power and reduce Earth's environmental strain. Read the full story.
Despite US export controls, China accesses restricted Nvidia AI chips via Malaysian data centers and smuggling networks. Explore the complex grey market and its global implications.