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IIT (ISM) Dhanbad students clinched second place at the prestigious Imperial Barrel Award Asia Pacific Regional Competition. Their exceptional deepwater hydrocarbon system study in the Gulf of America impressed judges, showcasing advanced seismic data interpretation and risk assessment. This achievement highlights the team's strong technical prowess against top regional institutions.

NTA chairperson Pradeep Kumar Joshi and other bureaucrats have been summoned for deliberations on May 21. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports will seek the views of top education ministry bureaucrats on the alleged paper leak and reforms of NTA, which holds centralised admission tests to various undergraduate courses, on May 21, a Rajya Sabha notice said according to PTI.

Tata Consultancy Services CEO K Krithivasan's earnings for FY26 reached over Rs 28 crore. This figure represents 332.8 times the median employee remuneration at the IT services giant. Krithivasan's compensation includes salary, benefits, and commission, showing a 6.3 per cent increase from the previous year. His extensive career at TCS spans over three decades

Split medical exam in two parts, like JEE. NTA conducts the first nationwide screening. Those who qualify, take a second test in their home state. Each state will set their own questions. Paper-leakers will be outplayed

Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal commented on Oracle's recent layoffs and rescinded job offers, attributing them to automation rather than financial issues. He advised professionals to assess their position on an employer's P&L statement, suggesting those in the 'cost column' are at risk, while those contributing to revenue or profit can leverage AI.

From your bathrooms to the Yamuna river, here's where Delhi's sewage goes, and where the system breaks down

The Kerala Congress leadership change has fueled speculation in Karnataka, with Deputy CM D K Shivakumar's supporters pushing for his elevation to the top post. While the party high command has publicly backed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar's camp sees the Kerala development as a hopeful precedent. The approaching three-year mark of the government's term intensifies the debate over leadership transition.

Sharda University is rapidly emerging as a leading institution in India's knowledge-driven economy, recognized for its cutting-edge research, AI integration, and global collaborations. With a strong focus on innovation and impact, the university boasts significant research output, faculty excellence, and robust mechanisms for intellectual property commercialization, positioning itself as a key player in Viksit Bharat's ambitions.

Researchers applied a deep learning model, CNN U-Net, to analyse flood susceptibility at a fine spatial resolution of 90 metres. The model incorporated 14 key factors, including elevation, slope, vegetation cover and water flow characteristics, to identify high-risk zones.

Amaravati, the newly anointed capital city of Andhra Pradesh, is still under construction, but its Quantum Valley project is already luring deeptech startups, scientists and engineers to move in as the first settlers and work on the next frontier of technology

Court seeks nodal authority to coordinate efforts; asks amicus to submit plan by May 13

A gathering of specialists took place at IIT Patna aimed at transforming maternal and child healthcare in Bihar. The agenda focused on elevating survival rates through increased institutional deliveries and enhancing specialized care, along with advancing training for frontline health workers.

The Orissa High Court has advanced the Rs 496-crore Branch Storm Water Channel project for Cuttack, with final design approvals now secured from IIT-Bhubaneswar. Tendering for this key anti-flooding initiative is set to commence by mid-June, following revised hydraulic designs and a strict timeline adherence.

In a bold move towards modernization, Bihar's higher education sector is aligning with NEP 2020, particularly focusing on AI's transformative potential for assessments and governance. During a recent summit in Patna, a diverse group of policymakers and technology leaders delved into innovative educational reforms, emphasizing the importance of ERP systems and data analytics.

IIT-Patna has witnessed a remarkable surge in its 2026 placement season, securing 582 job offers from over 215 companies, including startups and PSUs. The institute saw a significant increase in first-time recruiters, with global brands like VISA and Hyundai Motors making their debut. This success underscores IIT-Patna's dedication to academic excellence and industry preparedness.