Aug 18: Australian researchers have developed a new framework to help measure the health of the Great Barrier Reef and understand how climate-related events are affecting coral ecosystems. Pic Credit: Pexel The researchers used more than 30 years of reef data, focusing on coral cover and algae levels. The new system classifies reefs as healthy, coping or struggling based on changes in coral cover compared…
Odisha Launches ‘Bidesh Sikhyabruti’ Scholarship for SC, ST Students to Study Abroad
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 18 (UDN): The Odisha Government has launched the ‘Bidesh Sikhyabruti’ scholarship scheme to help meritorious students from the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities pursue postgraduate and PhD programmes at reputed universities abroad. Representational Image Introduced under the Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chhatra Protsahan Yojana (MMCPY), the initiative will support 50 students every year by providing financial assistance towards tuition fees, living expenses…
New ICMAI Handbooks Address Expected Credit Loss and Bank Loan Restructuring Ahead of 2027
New Delhi, Aug 18: The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) on Tuesday launched two professional handbooks on Expected Credit Loss (ECL) and restructuring of bank loans, aimed at helping banks, borrowers, MSMEs and finance professionals prepare for the Reserve Bank of India’s ECL framework coming into effect from April 1, 2027. The launch was attended by CMA Chittaranjan Chattopadhyay, President, ICMAI; CMA Manoj…
SEBI, NSE Step Up Investor Awareness to Promote Safer Digital Investing
New Delhi, Aug 18: As online investing becomes increasingly accessible, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) are stepping up efforts to help investors make informed decisions and participate in the market with greater confidence. For many Indians, investing has moved from traditional channels to smartphones and digital platforms. Opening an investment account and accessing market information can…
UIDAI Completes Over 2 Crore Mandatory Biometric Updates for School Children
New Delhi, August 18: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has completed more than 2 crore Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) for school children as part of its nationwide mission-mode drive, covering around 1.56 lakh schools across the country. The special drive, launched in September 2025, has been undertaken in coordination with State and Union Territory education departments to make Aadhaar biometric updates more accessible…
HSBC India Expands Wealth Presence with New Branch in Thiruvananthapuram
Aug 18: HSBC India today unveiled its new branch in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, strengthening the bank’s presence and expanding its wealth services for affluent, high net worth, ultra-high net worth and non-resident Indians in the state. Kerala’s economy is poised for significant transformation, with banks expected to play a key role in supporting growth through active participation in development initiatives and the financing of large-scale infrastructure.…
SolarYaan Unveils Its New Hybrid, BESS and All-in-One Inverter Portfolio, Powering India’s Journey Towards Energy Independence
Ahmedabad, Aug 18: As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, Solaryaan has announced the launch of its biggest-ever and most comprehensive inverter portfolio, strengthening its vision of enabling greater energy independence for Indian homes, businesses and industries. Solaryaan is introducing new Hybrid and All in One inverters for the Next Generation to make them Energy Independent. The portfolio brings together grid-tied inverters, hybrid inverters, All-in-One…
Utkal University Postpones Fourth-Semester Exams Amid Odisha Floods
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 18 (UDN): In view of the worsening flood situation across several parts of Odisha, Utkal University has postponed the fourth-semester examinations for a number of undergraduate and BEd programmes that were scheduled to commence on August 17. Representational Image The university announced that the UG (+3), BSc ITM, BSc Computer Science and BEd (UDTE) fourth-semester examinations have been deferred until further notice. The decision…
NORDAC FUSION: combines motor and inverter into a compact high-performance unit
NORDAC FUSION – the compact drive solution with the decentralised NORDAC ON inverter for dynamic applications With NORDAC FUSION, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS launches a powerful drive system that combines motor and inverter into a compact unit.Aug 18: Thanks to the optimal electrical and mechanical adjustment of both components, NORDAC FUSION achieves high power density, while particular attention was given to keeping the installation space as small…
NIT Rourkela Researchers Turn Mining Waste Into High-Strength Road Material
Rourkela, Aug. 18 (UDN): Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have developed an innovative composite material by recycling coal-mining and industrial waste, opening up the possibility of using waste-derived materials to construct stronger and more durable roads. Representational Image The technology, which has received a patent, aims to tackle two challenges at once—reducing the environmental burden caused by mining and industrial waste…