How the Meaning of 'Neighbour' Changed in Urban India
Exploring the fading concept of neighbourhood bonds in modern Indian cities like Bengaluru. Discover why proximity no longer means companionship and what we've lost in the transition.
Exploring the fading concept of neighbourhood bonds in modern Indian cities like Bengaluru. Discover why proximity no longer means companionship and what we've lost in the transition.
Mumbai psychotherapist Sonali Gupta reflects on her journey from campus counsellor to private practice, arguing that building community is essential for mental well-being in today's disconnected world. Discover why human connection matters more than ever.
Sebi cancels Poorushkhan's research analyst certificate after his KYC was misused by an unregistered advisory firm. Learn about the regulator's crackdown on fraudulent market practices.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel announces IAIRO, India's first national AI research institution on a PPP model, with a ₹300 crore outlay. Launching in GIFT City on January 1. Read more.
Gujarat government greenlights the establishment of the Indian AI Research Organization (IAIRO) in GIFT City, Gandhinagar, to focus on cutting-edge AI R&D. Read more.
Gujarat government greenlights the Indian AI Research Organization (IAIRO) in Gandhinagar's GIFT City. The centre will focus on cutting-edge AI R&D, boosting India's tech ambitions.
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana secures top spot in PMRF list with 21 fellowships. Discover how this boosts agri-research and India's scientific talent.
For India's Anusandhan National Research Foundation to succeed, it must adopt DARPA's high-risk model, not become a bureaucratic fund. Expert analysis on its potential.
Babraham University researchers have developed a lab model of the human womb lining, enabling unprecedented study of early embryo implantation. This breakthrough could reveal causes of pregnancy failure and new treatments. Read the full story.
An Indian machine learning engineer in Singapore reveals his salary jumped fivefold, but his happiness plummeted. His viral post sparks a debate on the emotional cost of success abroad. Read the full story.
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
Holiday loneliness is a real issue, not just for Gen Z. Experts explain its causes, why forced socialising fails, and offer practical ways to navigate the festive season with emotional ease.
From Einstein's failed marriage to Van Gogh's despair, genius often comes at a price. Discover why being a well-rounded individual is the true path to a fulfilled life, as ancient wisdom guides.
Jamia Millia Islamia contributes to a major international study on social connection and loneliness. Discover key findings from the India Country Report released on December 22.
Jamia Millia Islamia researchers contribute to a major international study on social connection and health, published in Nature. Discover the key findings and India's role.
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission partners with Biotech Consortium India Limited to accelerate innovation, tech transfer, and translational cancer research. Experts highlight need for better clinical outreach.
Archana Datta argues that affordable palliative care and social connection, not planned death, are the answer to human suffering. Explore the legal and social safeguards needed.
A series of elderly suicides in Chandauli reveals a national crisis of neglect, loneliness, and lack of mental health support for India's aging population. Experts warn of a demographic time bomb.
Saudha Kasim reviews 'All Souls,' a campus novel that reveals itself as a profound ghost story exploring male loneliness and infidelity at Oxford. Read the full analysis.
Barack Obama's 2025 reading list spotlights Anita Desai and Kiran Desai, creating a unique mother-daughter moment in Indian literature. Discover their acclaimed novels.
Hundreds of scientists at a Visakhapatnam conference commit to developing alternatives to lab animals while acknowledging their crucial role in biomedical research. Read about the key pledges and expert insights.
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Bihar govt launches ONOS scheme to provide free access to 30,000+ global research journals, aiming to bridge the urban-rural digital divide and boost state's research profile. Read more.
Celebrating 100 years, the Central Coffee Research Institute in Balehonnuru has released 13 high-yield arabica selections & robusta hybrids, revolutionizing India's coffee cultivation through systematic breeding. Discover the legacy.
Feeling alone this December? Discover five powerful, small daily rituals backed by experts to help you feel more connected and uplifted during the festive season.
Union government acknowledges global gender bias in medical research, citing differences in disease manifestation for women. Details Rs 400+ crore funding push via ICMR & DBT for women's health and research.
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre plans a strategic new R&D campus on 3000 acres in Anakapalli. The project, crucial for energy and national security, gets in-principle forest land approval. Read more.
On Vikramaditya Motwane's birthday, we revisit his 2016 film Trapped, starring Rajkummar Rao. This survival thriller remains a powerful portrait of urban isolation and abandonment in Mumbai. Discover why its themes resonate more than ever.
New research reveals the real crisis for adults over 50 is loneliness and routine fatigue, not just physical health. Discover the three behavioural pillars for a fuller, connected life.
WHO warns loneliness equals smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Sadhguru explains why it's the most ignored health risk and how meditation can rebuild connection from within. Take action for your wellbeing.