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Chennai: Anna University has decided to introduce experiential learning, including flipped classrooms, project-based learning, and demonstrations, for the third and fourth semesters from the 2026-27 academic year. Last year, it was introduced for the first and second semesters.The academic council of Anna University approved the decision.“In flipped classrooms, students will be asked to prepare questions for various concepts. For example, they have to prepare questions on the applications of Ohm’s law instead of just studying it. It will help them to understand the concepts better,” said V Kumaresan, registrar (in charge) of Anna University.Further, students from all semesters will review…

Bhubaneswar: Over 1.18 lakh students from various institutions under the higher education department were provided a six-week internship and community service opportunities in the academic year 2025-26, minister Suryabanshi Suraj said on Friday.According to the official statement from the higher education department, internships were arranged across govt offices, educational institutions, anganwadi centres, block offices, health centres, private organisations and NGOs working under govt departments.The UG students need to undertake internships and community services in their fourth semester, in line with National Education Policy- 2020, and University Grants Commission guidelines.The higher education department has released separate guidelines for the internship programme.…

Mangaluru: Speeding on the national highways in Udupi just will attract penalty. Udupi police have deployed speed radar cameras across six key locations to crack down on reckless driving and prevent accidents.If drivers exceed the limit, the cameras will capture the vehicle and registration plate, instantly alerting the police control room, and sends a traffic challan straight to the address of vehicle owners.Udupi SP Hariram Shankar said speed radar cameras were installed on Karkala-Doopadakatte, Padubidre-Uchila, Kaup-Dandatirtha, Kota-Thekkatte, Gangolli-Trasi and Byndoor-Nayakana Katte stretches. The cameras will detect overspeeding, triple riding on two-wheelers, riding without helmets, seatbelt rule violation, using cellphones while…

Mandya: Upalokayukta Justice B Veerappa Friday ordered officials to shift a govt hostel to a better facility within 15 days after a surprise inspection revealed poor living conditions.During visits to the Dr BR Ambedkar Girls’ Hostel and the Valmiki Hostel at Bandigowda Layout, students flagged a lack of basic amenities, unhygienic surroundings, poorly maintained toilets and substandard food. They also expressed dissatisfaction with hostel administration.Taking serious note, Justice Veerappa directed officials to immediately address students’ grievances and warned govt staff against corruption, negligence and irresponsible public service.DC Kumara and SP Shobharani were present during the inspection.Meanwhile, during his two-day visit…

Two groups of cab drivers clashed at the parking area of Jaipur International Airport Friday following a dispute over vehicle parking Jaipur: Two groups of cab drivers clashed at the parking area of Jaipur International Airport Friday following a dispute over vehicle parking, triggering chaos for nearly half an hour.Airport sources said drivers associated with app-based cab services got into an argument that quickly escalated into a physical altercation at the airport parking lot.A video of the incident, now circulating on social media, shows bystanders moving away as the clash intensified.Airport security personnel rushed to the spot after receiving alerts…

Ranchi: As Election Commission announced polls for 24 seats in Rajya Sabha, including two from Jharkhand, on June 18, political parties in the state have begun preparations to field their candidates.Of the two seats, one fell vacant following the demise of JMM leader Shibu Soren. The second seat is currently held by BJP leader Deepak Prakash, who will complete his six-year term on June 21. The notification for the polls will be issued on June 1.While JMM spokesperson could not be contacted, Congress spokesman Rakesh Sinha said, “Congress aims to contest from one of the seats. A talk will be…

Ishan Kishan (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI:Ishan Kishan once again proved why he loves batting against Royal Challengers Bengaluru as the explosive Sunrisers Hyderabad left-hander continued his remarkable run against the defending champions during their IPL 2026 clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Friday.Kishan smashed a superb 79 off 46 balls and registered his fourth consecutive 50-plus score against RCB in IPL history. The knock further highlighted his dominance over Bengaluru’s bowling attack across multiple seasons. Only two players now stand alongside or ahead of Kishan in the list of most consecutive 50-plus scores against RCB in IPL…

Pilots and air traffic controllers use standard phraseology for communication, pilots have to mandatorily clear radio telephony exams Mumbai: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has constituted a three-member committee to examine complaints regarding alleged out-of-syllabus questions in the Radio Telephony Restricted (RTR) examination conducted on May 20, reviving a long-running debate within the Indian aviation industry over the way pilots are tested for radio communication proficiency.According to a DGCA order dated May 21, the committee, comprising three DGCA top officials, has been asked to submit its report within a week.The RTR examination, formally called the `Radio Telephony Restricted…

A cybersecurity analyst monitors digital forensics data on multiple screens as a cyberfraud attack targets online banking and identity theft systems. Bengaluru: A simple cab booking confusion in Delhi turned into a costly affair after a 49-year-old homemaker from Bengaluru was duped of Rs 1.4 lakh by fraudsters posing as Rapido customer care executives.The victim, Shuchi Agarwal, a resident of BTM 4th Stage, travelled to Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) from Gurugram by booking a Rapido cab on May 15. After starting the trip, the driver informed her that the drop location was showing Terminal 2. Shuchi had booked a…

Hyderabad: To promote the state’s economic development, deputy chief minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu directed all departments to focus on mobilising additional revenue in line with the current financial year’s budget. A high-level meeting of the “Resource Mobilisation Cabinet Sub-Committee” was held on Friday.During the meeting, the finance minister emphasised the need to eliminate revenue leakages and fully utilise available sources to meet budget targets for 2026–27. He required all departments to adhere to a strict timeline and mandated weekly review meetings every Friday.Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy called for strict action against illegal activities harming the State’s finances. Officials noted that…