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Dr. Suvrat Raju, a theoretical physicist at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, has made significant progress in unravelling the quantum mysteries of gravity. His pioneering study, which bridges the gap between quantum mechanics and general relativity, provides new insights into the quantum nature of gravity, addressing one of the most challenging puzzles in modern physics.
In a major push to accelerate India's biotechnology sector, the Union Cabinet has approved the Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme. This comprehensive initiative is designed to enhance research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the biotechnology field, aligning with the government's vision to achieve a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030.
Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia reaffirmed the state’s commitment to nurturing young athletic talent, stating that Delhi government schools are grooming future Olympians. Speaking at the Zonal Athletic Meet held at a Delhi government school, Sisodia highlighted the significance of sports in education, emphasising the development of infrastructure and the provision of trained coaches to guide students.
In a heartfelt tribute to Tamil Nadu's history of social reform, Udhayanidhi Stalin, the Youth Welfare and Sports Development Minister, credited women's education progress to the state's visionary leader Periyar E.V. Ramasamy.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has voiced strong support for government school education, emphasising its role in shaping future leaders. According to Mann, students from government schools have the potential to become outstanding leaders because they encounter a wide range of experiences and real-world challenges that shape their character and resilience.
Driven by emerging trends and opportunities, growing appeal of international education continues to draw Indian students in large numbers, with a remarkable 35% increase in study abroad enrollments in 2023 compared to the previous year. As the 2024-25 academic year begins, experts anticipate this trend will persist, fueled by India’s expanding middle class and rising demand for high-quality education.
Belarusian authorities have intensified their crackdown on teachers, accusing them of ties to extremist groups, according to a report by the Human Rights Center "Viasna." Since 2020, at least 140 educators have been arrested, dismissed, or fined, sparking an international outcry.