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12 Jan

One Nation One Subscription: 13,400 Journals Powering India’s Research Boom

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One Nation One Subscription: For years, scholarly journals have been prohibitively expensive. Most Indian institutions, especially state universities and smaller colleges, simply could not afford subscriptions to leading global research databases. The result was predictable: unequal access, uneven research quality, and bright students forced to rely on abstracts instead of full academic papers. Over time, this created a silent but serious knowledge divide. At scale, One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) addresses this gap. Under the initiative, the Government of India is brokering national-level licenses for academic journals and research publications, making them accessible to students, researchers, and faculty across institutions.…

12 Jan

The Future of Next-Gen Connectivity: 6G and Wi-Fi 7 and Edge Computing

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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 12: Next-gen connectivity is evolving into blueprint in a world where all gadgets, all cars, and all factory creatures are yelling at each other to become smarter and faster connected. A dynamic triumvirate is emerging, including 6G networks, Wi-Fi 7 wireless and edge computing architectures, as wireless standards move beyond 5G and Wi-Fi 6. They also offer not only quicker connections, but an altogether new language of how devices communicate, compute and cooperate; tomorrow, the digital aspect of life will be more immersive, intelligent, and reliable than ever. Connectivity Beyond Speed In the past, each…

12 Jan

Talentorial Achieves First Strategic Milestone: Partners with Jyothi Engineering College Within Month of Launch

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New Delhi [India], January 12: Talentorial, the world’s first comprehensive AI-powered Career Enablement Hub, has achieved its first major strategic goal by securing a partnership with Jyothi Engineering College (Autonomous), Thrissur, within just one month of its official launch by end of 2025. This milestone marks a significant step toward the platform’s ambitious vision of supporting over one million learners by 2028. The landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed, will integrate Talentorial’s cutting-edge AI-powered assessments, personalized mentorship, and industry-aligned training programs into Jyothi Engineering College’s curriculum, directly addressing the critical gap between education and employability. “Achieving this partnership within our first…

12 Jan

2025 Didn’t Just Amplify Korean Culture — It Normalized Global Influence

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: By the time 2025 wrapped itself in a neat calendar bow, one thing became quietly undeniable: Korean culture was no longer “having a moment.” It had a system. There were no fireworks announcing this shift. No single viral performance crowned the year. Instead, Korea’s cultural presence unfolded the way real influence does — steadily, persistently, and with an almost unsettling confidence. Music tours sold out without dramatic marketing theatrics. Musicals crossed borders without apologizing for subtitles. Traditional arts found new audiences who weren’t chasing novelty, but meaning. The world didn’t just watch Korean culture in…

12 Jan

PM-YUVA 3.0 Authors Get Powerful Push at Book Fair 2026

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New Delhi [India], January 12: Union Minister of Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan met 43 authors identified as part of PM-YUVA 3.0 at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 and turned what could have been a perfunctory appearance into a wake-up call on where India is heading in its knowledge economy. Not a Ceremony, but a Conversation This was not a one-way speech. It was a conversation. The selected PM-YUVA 3.0 authors presented brief overviews of their manuscripts at Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya in New Delhi. These manuscripts are being developed under a six-month mentorship programme. The range of subjects stood out…

12 Jan

X-FECT 2026 Concludes at XLRI Jamshedpur with a Grand Finale Celebrating Sport, Solidarity and Social Impact

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Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], January 12: XLRI – Xavier School of Management successfully concluded the third edition of the XLRI – Fr. Enright Memorial Cricket Tournament (X-FECT 2026) at the XLRI Grounds, marking the culmination of weeks of spirited competition, camaraderie and community engagement under the theme “Play for a Cause.” The tournament brought together the XLRI ecosystem students, staff, alumni, campus associates and well-wishers, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to service, solidarity and inclusive participation through sport. Women’s Tournament Highlights: The Women’s Final witnessed an exciting contest between Loyola Alumni Association and XL Strikers with XL Strikers emerging victorious by 30…

12 Jan

Techno Paints announces Sachin Tendulkar as its Brand Ambassador

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 10: Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar has been appointed as the brand ambassador of paints manufacturer Techno Paints and Chemicals. He will continue as the company’s brand ambassador for three years. The company, which has established a stable position in the domestic paints sector for 25 years and is operating successfully in eight states, is looking to expand across the country with the addition of Sachin. Techno Paints and Chemicals’ Chairman Akuri Srinivas Reddy said, “We are honoured to collaborate with one of the world’s most iconic cricketers and Bharat Ratna, Sachin Tendulkar. We are looking forward…

12 Jan

As Student Acquisition Grows Complex, UniBridge Consulting Addresses Gaps in Education Growth

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New Delhi [India], January 12: India’s education sector is undergoing a period of rapid change. Rising competition, increasing student acquisition costs, fragmented digital journeys, and underutilised data systems have made enrolment growth significantly more complex for universities and edtech companies alike. While many institutions invest in marketing and technology, the gap between strategy and execution continues to limit outcomes. It is within this context that UniBridge Consulting has announced its entry into the education consulting space. With a focus on addressing one of the sector’s most persistent challenges, Unibridge turns intent, data, and strategy into measurable enrolment outcomes. Rather than…

12 Jan

Will Tuitions Be Replaced in 2026? EDZA AI Launches JEE/NEET Tutors

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 12: By 2026, India’s tutoring debate has changed. It’s no longer about how big an edtech studio is or how many videos it has for a mass livestream class. It’s about one-to-one personal attention, who actually gets taught, and who gets lost. Today’s exam-prep edtech livestreams often teach tens of thousands of students at once. That scale comes with a clear cost: most students are never spoken to, never individually tracked, and never corrected in a way that fits how they think. Chats and polls keep viewers busy but not personal. Online personal tutoring services do offer that…

12 Jan

Abhigyan Academy: From Assam to the Olive Greens – Shaping India’s Future Defence Leaders

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New Delhi [India], January 12: In an era where corporate careers, startups, and global opportunities dominate career conversations, one profession continues to command unmatched respect and purpose a career in the Indian Armed Forces. Beyond job security or status, the uniform represents discipline, sacrifice, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the nation. For thousands of young Indians, especially from Assam and the North-East, this calling is growing stronger than ever. At the heart of this movement stands Abhigyan Academy, a defence coaching institute in Guwahati that has steadily emerged as a trusted ecosystem for aspirants preparing for NDA, CDS, CAPF (AC), and…