February 7, 2026

Voters with Disabilities Face Harsh Waits in West Bengal Electoral Roll Revision

Disabled voters in West Bengal struggle with long waits and stress during electoral roll hearings, despite Election Commission rules allowing home verification and exemption from physical hearings.

February 7, 2026

Energy CEOs: Gas Demand Soars as AI and Population Drive Energy Addition, Not Transition

Leading energy CEOs from QatarEnergy, Shell, and ExxonMobil say global gas demand will rise sharply by 2050. AI, data centers, and growth fuel energy needs, making gas a key player alongside renewables.

February 7, 2026

IISc Hikes Bachelor of Science Tuition Fee to ₹80,000 from 2026-27

IISc will raise undergraduate Bachelor of Science (Research) tuition fees eightfold from ₹10,000 to ₹80,000 starting 2026-27. Fee hike applies to new students only. The institute promises support for reserved and EWS categories.

February 7, 2026

Why Chinese Paper Horses Are Burned in Festivals and Life Events

Traditional Chinese paper horses are colorful woodblock prints used for worship, burned or displayed during festivals and key life moments. Their history dates back to the Tang dynasty and reflects rich folk traditions exploring gods and rituals.

February 7, 2026

Why Chinese Paper Horses Are Burned in Festivals and Life Events

Traditional Chinese paper horses are colorful woodblock prints used for worship, burned or displayed during festivals and key life moments. Their history dates back to the Tang dynasty and reflects rich folk traditions exploring gods and rituals.