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US Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action in College Admissions

June 30, 2023

Affirmative action in college admissions has been a contentious issue, and the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court has significant implications for race-conscious policies.   Striking Down Race-Conscious Policies  In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court recently struck ..

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‘In-country’ Renewable H-1B Visas

June 26, 2023

The United States authorities have recently announced a significant development in the H-1B visa renewal process. The introduction of ‘in-country’ renewable H-1B visas aims to streamline the renewal procedure for Indian professionals working in the US.   Understanding H-1B Visas  ..

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High Death Rates in Bee Colonies

June 26, 2023

Honeybee colonies in the United States are facing a concerning trend according to an annual bee survey conducted by the University of Maryland and Auburn University. While the overall number of honeybee colonies has remained stable, the survey reveals a ..

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Prime Minister Modi’s Gifts to President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden

June 23, 2023

During the State Visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden with special gifts. These gifts not only reflect India’s rich cultural heritage but also symbolize the warm relationship between the two nations.   ..

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US NIST Launches Public Working Group for AI Technologies

June 23, 2023

The United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has initiated a public working group dedicated to tackling the challenges and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI).  Addressing Risks in Generative AI  NIST’s working group aims to develop guidance ..

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US-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA)

June 19, 2023

The United States and China have maintained a landmark agreement, the U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA), for over four decades. However, the agreement’s future is now the subject of a heated debate within the U.S. government.   The Long-Standing ..

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