At IIT Bombay, core engineering careers gained popularity among graduates, with equal numbers entering industrial and tech firms. Job satisfaction and work-life balance were top priorities. Notably, many graduates praised the new curricula and research opportunities. Mumbai and Bengaluru were common post-graduation destinations. Placements were reported as stressful, and few graduates pursued entrepreneurship.
Read MoreA 19-year-old woman named Likitha was murdered by her husband, Naveen, just hours after their marriage in Kolar Gold Fields. The incident occurred in Chambarasanahalli village on Wednesday evening. Naveen attacked Likitha with a machete at his uncle’s house. Police are investigating the motive behind the attack and how Naveen obtained the weapon.
Read MoreA Bengaluru couple working in tech successfully regained Rs 1.4 crore of the Rs 1.53 crore lost in an online trading scam. Swift action by the East Division Cybercrime Police, involving account freezing and meticulous investigation, led to the recovery. The police highlighted the importance of prompt reporting for effective resolution.
Read MoreOne of the subplots of the much-awaited men’s javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics on Thursday is the India vs Pakistan battle between defending champion Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem. Germany’s Julian Weber, Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic and Anderson Peters of Grenada are also gold-medal contenders. The final is scheduled for 11:55...
Read MoreSarah Ann Hildebrandt won the gold in the 50kg wrestling category at the Paris Olympics after Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified for being 100 grams overweight. Hildebrandt, initially confused about Phogat’s absence, defeated Cuban wrestler Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the final. Hildebrandt’s disciplined weight cut over two years paid off successfully.
Read MoreA dog in Tulsa accidentally ignited a house fire by chewing through a portable power bank. The resulting chemical reaction caused the lithium-ion battery to spark and start a blaze. Footage released by the Tulsa Fire Department shows how the fire quickly spread in the living room. Authorities urge proper storage of such devices...
Read MoreA wave of riots erupted across the UK, triggered by a tragic knife attack in Southport, leading to violent anti-immigration demonstrations. Misidentification of the attacker, hailing from Rwandan parents, fueled misinformation and clashes. Both far-right groups and anti-racism protesters took to the streets, resulting in numerous arrests and judicial actions. PM Starmer condemned the...
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