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Experts suggest that a team consisting of psychiatrist, psychologist, and social worker should be appointed at every educational and administrative institutions | Photo Credit: Getty Images “I struggled with sleep disorders, was always angry , easily irritable and often exhausted,” says 33-year-old Nazir (name changed) from Calicut, who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2011. … Read more

A molecular biologist from Madurai, our quizmaster enjoys trivia and music, and is working on a rock ballad called ‘Coffee is a Drink, Kaapi is an Emotion’. @bertyashley Quiz: Easy like Sunday morning – Names that are brands Liverpool mascot Mighty Red scoops ice cream at a store in San Jose, California. What is the … Read more

For representative purposes. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The Economic Survey 2024-25 has called for “accelerating and amplifying the deregulation agenda”, and has urged the government to “get out of the way” so that businesses can go about their business. While this sounds enticing, what does deregulation mean in practical terms? How should the government … Read more

Ukrainian serviceman of the Khartia brigade fires towards Russian positions in the Kharkiv region, Ukraine, on March 12. | Photo Credit: AP The Russia-Ukraine war continues to significantly impact global geopolitics. And as the war enters its fourth year it is important to understand Indian public opinion on Russia’s actions, which seems to remain complex … Read more

Suhas Premkumar regularly encountered frogs while growing up in the town of Shikaripur in Karnataka’s Shimoga district. “Frogs coming into our kitchen was a day-to-day story,” says the Bengaluru-based filmmaker, photographer and naturalist whose film Little Planet: A Tale of Frogs premiered in the city on March 2 at the Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Convention … Read more

The aspiration to travel abroad reflects Indians’ evolving socio-economic ambitions, shaped by diverse factors such as age, education, and class. With globalisation and increasing exposure to international media, many Indians dream of exploring foreign lands, whether for education, employment, tourism, or migration. Despite the growing allure of international travel, a significant proportion of Indians still … Read more

For representative purposes. | Photo Credit: iStockphoto The perception of Europe as a land of better job opportunities has been growing among Indians, particularly among the younger and more educated population. This belief is shaped by multiple factors, including higher wages, career growth prospects, and lifestyle advantages. A well-established Indian diaspora in Europe significantly influences … Read more

The Semicon India Programme, launched in 2021, aims to develop the semiconductor and display manufacturing ecosystem. | Photo Credit: FLORENCE LO At the World Economic Forum in January, Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that India’s first domestically manufactured semiconductor chip will be rolled out this year. Through domestic production, India aims … Read more

The mycelia of an oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) growing in a petri dish of ground coffee seeds. | Photo Credit: Tobi Kellner In the light of climate change, the construction industry like many others is considering how it can reduce its carbon footprint and become more sustainable. One opportunity is concerned with bricks. Fired clay … Read more

(This article forms a part of the Science for All newsletter that takes the jargon out of science and puts the fun in! Subscribe now!)  Birds have long fascinated scientists and nature lovers alike with the rich variety of sounds they produce. From melodic songs to sharp alarm calls, bird vocalisations serve a variety of … Read more