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Greek Tomb Possibly Holds Alexander the Great's Tunic, New Study Suggests
A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis ...
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"Towering Scholar": PM Modi Condoles Economist Bibek Debroy's Death
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the death of Bibek Debroy, the chairman of his economic advisory council and top economist.
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Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences Launches to Boost Regional Research and Support Young Scientists
On 23 October 2024, Samoa will host the launch of the Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences, aimed at elevating Pacific researchers' voices in global discussions. This initiative seeks to address regional challenges like climate change while supporting young scientists. Prominent scholars, including Collin Tukuitonga from Niue and Salote Nasalo from ...
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Vikings' Quest for North American Colonies: Key Reasons for Their Retreat
Around A.D. 1000, Vikings explored North America, setting up a temporary outpost. However, they did not establish colonies due to conflicts with Indigenous peoples and harsh environmental conditions. Scholars suggest the Norse focused more on their Greenland colony than on permanent settlements. Geographic challenges and a lack of strong interest i...
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Samsung Backs Scholarly AI Bot Serving Students and Academics
Liner has raised $29 million (roughly Rs. 243 crore) from investors in a Series B round with investors including LB Investment, as well as existing backers Capstone Partners and SL Investment alongside Samsung.
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IIT Delhi Launches Research Communications Award For PhD Scholars
IIT Delhi Research Communications Award: The first batch of winners received a certificate and a cash award of Rs 25,000 each.
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TISS Students Face Police Action In Campus, Despite Peaceful Protests
Students of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) have alleged police action when they staged a protest during a convocation ceremony on its campus here against the suspension of PhD scholar Ramadas Prini Sivanandan.
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West Can't Confine India Into One Narrative: UK Based Sanskrit Scholar
Professor James Hegarty, an academic in Sanskrit and Indian Religions, who currently heads the School of History, Archaeology, and Religion at Cardiff University said that the West cannot confine India into a single narrative.
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University Of Queensland, IIT Delhi Round 2 Admission Process For Joint PhD Programme Begins
It is a joint PhD programme offers scholars a Doctor of Philosophy degree jointly awarded by both UQ and IIT Delhi upon successful completion.
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Teachers' Day 2024: 10 Inspiring Quotes From Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Teachers' Day is celebrated annually across India on September 5. This day also marks the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a philosopher, scholar, exemplary teacher and politician.
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IIT Kanpur Launches Certificate Programme In Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
IIT Kanpur certification programme on Python: The course is tailored for scholars, students, faculty, industry professionals, and R&D staff.
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AG Noorani, Noted Constitutional Expert, Lawyer, Author And More
Abdul Ghafoor Noorani, eminent constitutional expert, lawyer and author, died today at the age of 93. A noted scholar on Jammu and Kashmir, his absence is being felt in the Union Territory, where many are mourning him.
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Former Supreme Court Lawyer AG Noorani Dies At 93
Former Supreme Court lawyer and eminent scholar AG Noorani died in Mumbai today. He was 93.
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UK To Fund Master's Scholarships For Uttarakhand Students
These scholarships, offered under the 'Chevening Uttarakhand Higher Education Scholarship' program, will support selected scholars from Uttarakhand to pursue a one-year master's degree in the UK.
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How A Chinese Scholar Ran A Spy Ring In US For Decades Before Arrest
A Chinese-American scholar, who projected himself as a pro-democracy activist, has been convicted by a US court of using his reputation to gather information on dissidents and sharing it with the Chinese government.
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Greek Tomb Possibly Holds Alexander the Great's Tunic, New Study Suggests
A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis ...
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"Towering Scholar": PM Modi Condoles Economist Bibek Debroy's Death
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the death of Bibek Debroy, the chairman of his economic advisory council and top economist.
-
Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences Launches to Boost Regional Research and Support Young Scientists
On 23 October 2024, Samoa will host the launch of the Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences, aimed at elevating Pacific researchers' voices in global discussions. This initiative seeks to address regional challenges like climate change while supporting young scientists. Prominent scholars, including Collin Tukuitonga from Niue and Salote Nasalo from ...
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Vikings' Quest for North American Colonies: Key Reasons for Their Retreat
Around A.D. 1000, Vikings explored North America, setting up a temporary outpost. However, they did not establish colonies due to conflicts with Indigenous peoples and harsh environmental conditions. Scholars suggest the Norse focused more on their Greenland colony than on permanent settlements. Geographic challenges and a lack of strong interest i...
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Samsung Backs Scholarly AI Bot Serving Students and Academics
Liner has raised $29 million (roughly Rs. 243 crore) from investors in a Series B round with investors including LB Investment, as well as existing backers Capstone Partners and SL Investment alongside Samsung.
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IIT Delhi Launches Research Communications Award For PhD Scholars
IIT Delhi Research Communications Award: The first batch of winners received a certificate and a cash award of Rs 25,000 each.
-
TISS Students Face Police Action In Campus, Despite Peaceful Protests
Students of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) have alleged police action when they staged a protest during a convocation ceremony on its campus here against the suspension of PhD scholar Ramadas Prini Sivanandan.
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West Can't Confine India Into One Narrative: UK Based Sanskrit Scholar
Professor James Hegarty, an academic in Sanskrit and Indian Religions, who currently heads the School of History, Archaeology, and Religion at Cardiff University said that the West cannot confine India into a single narrative.
-
University Of Queensland, IIT Delhi Round 2 Admission Process For Joint PhD Programme Begins
It is a joint PhD programme offers scholars a Doctor of Philosophy degree jointly awarded by both UQ and IIT Delhi upon successful completion.
-
Teachers' Day 2024: 10 Inspiring Quotes From Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Teachers' Day is celebrated annually across India on September 5. This day also marks the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a philosopher, scholar, exemplary teacher and politician.
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IIT Kanpur Launches Certificate Programme In Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
IIT Kanpur certification programme on Python: The course is tailored for scholars, students, faculty, industry professionals, and R&D staff.
-
AG Noorani, Noted Constitutional Expert, Lawyer, Author And More
Abdul Ghafoor Noorani, eminent constitutional expert, lawyer and author, died today at the age of 93. A noted scholar on Jammu and Kashmir, his absence is being felt in the Union Territory, where many are mourning him.
-
Former Supreme Court Lawyer AG Noorani Dies At 93
Former Supreme Court lawyer and eminent scholar AG Noorani died in Mumbai today. He was 93.
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UK To Fund Master's Scholarships For Uttarakhand Students
These scholarships, offered under the 'Chevening Uttarakhand Higher Education Scholarship' program, will support selected scholars from Uttarakhand to pursue a one-year master's degree in the UK.
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How A Chinese Scholar Ran A Spy Ring In US For Decades Before Arrest
A Chinese-American scholar, who projected himself as a pro-democracy activist, has been convicted by a US court of using his reputation to gather information on dissidents and sharing it with the Chinese government.
