Alodin J. Kalappurackal, hails from Murikkasserry in the Idukki district of Kerala. Now the Chairman of the Students Federation of India (SFI) at the CMS College, he follows the Congress-leaning background of his family. Before becoming a staunch SFI activist, however, he was a churgoer and regularly attended Sunday school classes, even though he was … Read more
In today’s tech-driven world, proficiency in Data Analytics, AI, and fintech are also important. | Photo Credit: Freepik The wealth management industry is poised for significant growth, with the global market projected to reach a staggering $158.70 trillion by 2028. In India, this sector is experiencing a boom fuelled by rising affluence, increased disposable incomes, … Read more
The U.S. FTC is seeking to prove its claim that Meta for years carried out anti-competitive conduct to illegally maintain its monopoly in the personal social networking (PSN) market [File] | Photo Credit: AFP The story so far: Nearly five years after the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued Facebook over its alleged monopoly status … Read more
A Ukrainian serviceman fires a Caesar self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, on a front line in Donetsk region, Ukraine April 18, 2025. | Photo Credit: Reuters During his campaign, Donald Trump famously claimed that, if elected, he would end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours. To his credit, Mr. … Read more
Design is about building, constructing and collaborating… | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Design is changing the world, whether one notices it or not, says Don Norman, American researcher and author popularly known as the man who designs designers. “To address every challenge of modern living, from climate change to resource scarcity and social inequities, it … Read more
The classroom environment plays a subtle but powerful role in shaping student success. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockPhoto Understanding how students absorb, process, and retain information has never been more critical in an era of rapidly evolving learning environments and diminishing attention spans. Traditional teaching methods, rooted in rote memorisation and standardised assessment, often fail … Read more
Primary Immunodeficiency (PI) disorders pose a substantial, yet frequently under-recognised health concern in India. These genetic conditions impair the immune system, making individuals more vulnerable to recurrent infections and other serious complications. While precise statistics remain elusive due to widespread under-diagnosis and limited data collection, estimates suggest that over one million Indians may be living … Read more
IBS presents as a group of symptoms, including abdominal pain, bloating and changes in bowel movements, which may be diarrhoea, constipation, or both. Photograph used for representational purposes only Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), known in the past as mucous colitis or spastic bowel, is a common disease affecting about 5-10% of Indian population. It is a disorder of … Read more
Renovation of ancient structures using modern technology and materials without denting their aesthetics and historical value has always been a challenge. And when the structure is a temple as old as the Srikalahastheeswara Swamy Devasthanam in Srikalahasti town of Tirupati district, there is no room for error. The temple had been facing leaks at several … Read more
Milan Design Week (MDW) spread across Milan, has two components — the Salone del Mobile and the Fuorisalone. The Salone del Mo bile (Milan Furniture Fair) has its venue at Fiera Milano exhibition district in Rho, a suburb of Milan. It’s the largest furniture fair in the world, this time with 2100 exhibitors from 37 countries. … Read more