New Delhi: Braille is a tactile writing and reading system used by people who are blind or have low vision. It is based on a six-dot cell, arranged in two columns of three dots each. Different combinations of raised dots represent letters, numerals, punctuation marks and symbols, enabling users to read through touch. Braille (named […]
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New Delhi: India is rapidly advancing its semiconductor ambitions, recognizing semiconductor chips as critical enablers of healthcare, transport, communications, defence, space, and emerging digital infrastructure. With accelerating digitalization and automation, global demand for semiconductor chips is rising sharply. In response, the Government of India, through the Semicon India Programme and the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), […]
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Kolkata: The Regional Passport Office (RPO), Kolkata, under the Ministry of External Affairs, will conduct a series of Passport Adalats in January 2026 to facilitate examination and processing of pending passport applications. The Passport Adalats will be held on January 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 and 29, 2026 at the premises of the Regional Passport […]
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“When people ask me about Aditi’s growth, I usually pause before answering— not because I don’t know what to say, but because the real answer cannot be captured in a single sentence. Aditi’s growth is not just about medals, records, or titles. It is about how one athlete’s journey slowly began to influence the […]
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New Delhi: India stands at the cusp of a new era powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), where technology is transforming lives and shaping the nation’s progress. AI is no longer limited to research labs or big corporations. It is reaching citizens at every level. From improving healthcare access in remote areas to helping farmers make […]
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Kolkata: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of Collembola—tiny, soil-dwelling micro-arthropods—in the high-altitude landscapes of Sikkim. This landmark finding, published on December 1, 2025, underscores the Eastern Himalayas’ status as a critical biodiversity hotspot and adds a new chapter to India’s entomological records. The newly identified species, named […]
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In an age of instant gratification, where effort is often outsourced and patience feels optional, the art of making a Christmas cake is slowly losing its sheen. Cakes today arrive at doorsteps within minutes—perfectly frosted, neatly boxed, and stripped of the long wait that once defined them. What has quietly disappeared is not the […]
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In India, mobility is often invisible—noticed only when it disappears. For millions of persons with locomotor disabilities, the inability to move independently is not simply a physical limitation; it is a daily negotiation with dignity, livelihood, and self-worth. While disability may be visible to the outside world, the emotional and psychological burden that accompanies […]
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Kolkata: In a major accomplishment, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd delivered its fifth warship of the year to the Navy on Monday, December 22, 2025. Anti- submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) Anjadip– third in a series of eight such platforms being built at the shipyard– was delivered to the Navy at […]
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Every year on December 22, India observes National Mathematics Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan, a genius whose work transformed mathematical thought across the world. More than a remembrance of past brilliance, this day offers an opportunity to reflect on how mathematics education itself is evolving in a rapidly changing world. […]
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