News for 'University of Agriculture Sciences'

Rajasthan Teacher Held For Allegedly Using Forged Documents To Get Job

Rajasthan Teacher Held For Allegedly Using Forged Documents To Get Job

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A government school lecturer in Rajasthan has been arrested for allegedly using forged documents to secure his job. The Special Operations Group (SOG) of the Rajasthan Police made the arrest after investigating irregularities in the Lecturer (Agriculture Science) Recruitment Examination-2022.

Subhash Kashyap: A Titan Passes Into The Ages

Subhash Kashyap: A Titan Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Dr Subhash Kashyap not only enhanced Parliament's image in India and abroad, but also the position of Lok Sabha secretary-general which succeeding secretary-generals have upheld thorough neutrality, objectivity and high degree of professionalism, notes Rup Narayan Das.

'Should I Retain My CSE Seat at VIT-Chennai?'

'Should I Retain My CSE Seat at VIT-Chennai?'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

rediffGURU Nayagam PP, a certified career counsellor and the founder of EduJob360, answers admission related questions and guides aspirants on how to pick the right stream and college.

Why Indians Thrive Overseas

Why Indians Thrive Overseas

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

India too can rise to the top if the 1.4 billion Indians back home are given better opportunities to use their innate talent and capacity to work hard, with right incentives in a more meritocratic rules-based system, asserts Ajay Chhibber.

Poultry farmer Ravindra Metkar invited by Oxford to share his rags to riches story

Poultry farmer Ravindra Metkar invited by Oxford to share his rags to riches story

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Ravindra Metkar, a farmer from Maharashtra who built a successful poultry business from humble beginnings, has been invited to speak at the University of Oxford's Global Research Conference.

The Assamese Scientist Who's Making India Proud

The Assamese Scientist Who's Making India Proud

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Bringing international recognition to Assam, young scientist Dr Shekhar Suman Bora has been honoured with the prestigious 'University Innovator Award' at the 2026 Texas Innovation Conference & Awards held in the United States.

What Jawaharlal Nehru Did for India

What Jawaharlal Nehru Did for India

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Through his commitment to democratic norms, debate, dissent and constitutionalism, Jawaharlal Nehru helped ensure that parliamentary democracy took deep root in independent India. Utkarsh Mishra evaluates Nehru's 17 years as India's first prime minister, examining his role in nation-building, democratic institution-building, economic planning, scientific advancement and foreign policy.

NEET-UG 2006 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

NEET-UG 2006 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'

NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'

Himanta, wife's income doubles to Rs 35 cr in 5 years

Himanta, wife's income doubles to Rs 35 cr in 5 years

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

The combined income of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his wife has doubled to Rs 35.16 crore in 2026, according to his election affidavit. The affidavit details the increase in movable and immovable assets of both Sarma and his wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma.

A Giant Of Science Passes Into The Ages

A Giant Of Science Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

In Professor Sulochana Gadgil's passing, India has lost a scientific giant, a fierce intellect, and a compassionate soul, remembers Dr Madhavan Nair Rajeevan.

Last Date For KCET Registration Is Feb 17

Last Date For KCET Registration Is Feb 17

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), KCET is a state-level entrance exam, performance in which enables admission into undergraduate courses like engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, veterinary science, and allied programmes for the academic year 2026-27.

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Is Here!

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Is Here!

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Researchers at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology have produced India's first gene-edited sheep, marking a historic milestone in the field of animal biotechnology.

Sundar Pichai unveils new India-US subsea cable routes

Sundar Pichai unveils new India-US subsea cable routes

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Betting big on India's AI potential, Google CEO Sundar Pichai on Wednesday announced new subsea cable routes to boost AI connectivity between India and the US, alongside major skilling initiatives, including training 20 million public servants and supporting 11 million students

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Unveiled

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Unveiled

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The edited sheep contains no foreign DNA, distinguishing it from transgenic organisms and paving the way for regulatory approval under India's evolving biotech policy framework.

'The Key Is Talent, Technology, Trust'

'The Key Is Talent, Technology, Trust'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'Our problem is not a budget deficit but a trust deficit. We need to trust our institutions and industries to innovate and lead. That is the way forward for India.'

Shubhanshu Shukla grows moong, methi in Space

Shubhanshu Shukla grows moong, methi in Space

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla conducts experiments on the International Space Station, focusing on seed germination, microalgae deployment, and stem cell research in microgravity.

Shuks eyes Gaganyaan after historic ISS mission

Shuks eyes Gaganyaan after historic ISS mission

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns to Earth after an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station, marking a significant milestone for India's space program and carrying out crucial scientific experiments.

Nitish Kumar's Education Reforms: Top Grades Then Slide

Nitish Kumar's Education Reforms: Top Grades Then Slide

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The story of Bihar's educational reform is a lesson for all reforms done halfway.

7 students booked for celebrating India's loss in WC

7 students booked for celebrating India's loss in WC

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

The students were arrested after police launched an investigation into a complaint by a non-local student who alleged his collegemates had harassed him and raised objectionable slogans after India lost the final match and the cup to Australia.

Opposition nominee Reddy loses VP race, keeps ideological stand intact

Opposition nominee Reddy loses VP race, keeps ideological stand intact

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

A profile of B Sudershan Reddy, former Supreme Court judge and Opposition's vice presidential candidate, highlighting his career, judgments, and contributions to constitutional law.

The C P Radhakrishnan You Didn't Know

The C P Radhakrishnan You Didn't Know

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'In my 26 years at Raj Bhavan, working with more than ten governors, I can tell you C P Radhakrishnan Sir stands out.'

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Lightning claims more lives in India annually than any other extreme weather event. Between April and July this year alone, 1,621 people died due to lightning strikes.

Dialogue, not battlefields, key to global peace: Modi in Croatia

Dialogue, not battlefields, key to global peace: Modi in Croatia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

In his media statement following talks with his Croatian counterpart Andrej Plenkovic, Modi said both leaders agree that "terrorism is an enemy of humanity" and is inimical to forces that believe in democracy.

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'The Bhashini Mission has delivered a working technology at large scale, which is as good as or better than the one with MNC tech giants.'

UGC lists 21 universities as fake; Delhi, UP top list

UGC lists 21 universities as fake; Delhi, UP top list

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Friday declared 21 universities as "fake" and not empowered to confer any degree, majority of which are in Delhi followed by Uttar Pradesh.

Is IIT-Tirupati Good for Placement?

Is IIT-Tirupati Good for Placement?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar offers expert advice to students preparing for engineering college admissions and competitive exams.

9 held for terror attack on Pakistan's agriculture institute

9 held for terror attack on Pakistan's agriculture institute

Rediff.com3 Dec 2017

Three burqa-clad Taliban terrorists stormed the training institute and opened indiscriminate fire, killing at least 12 people, half of them students, before being shot dead by security forces on Friday.

Farm scientists against bureaucrats as recruitment panel head

Farm scientists against bureaucrats as recruitment panel head

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

In a letter to the PM, they say appointing a bureaucrat will lead to regular interference in the process of talent search

Tagore's Santiniketan added to UNESCO World Heritage List

Tagore's Santiniketan added to UNESCO World Heritage List

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

India had been striving for long to get a UNESCO tag for this cultural site located in Birbhum district.

You Can Be Deported From The US If..

You Can Be Deported From The US If..

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Universities and immigration authorities take student conduct seriously. Behaviour that is deemed unacceptable or dangerous can lead to legal consequences, including deportation, warns Dr Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director, Impel Overseas Education.

All you need to know about Bharat Ratna MS Swaminathan

All you need to know about Bharat Ratna MS Swaminathan

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

MS had written that seeds of the green revolution were first sown in the fields of CRRI through the indica-japonica rice crosses, and decided that the plant type should be tailored to be functionally responsive to external application of fertilisers.

UAPA dropped against 7 J-K students who celebrated India's WC loss

UAPA dropped against 7 J-K students who celebrated India's WC loss

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Seven students, who were arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for allegedly raising objectionable slogans and celebrating the Indian cricket team's loss in the World Cup final, were Saturday granted bail by a court after police dropped charges under the stringent anti-terror law.

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Considering the competition, engineering aspirants should ideally consider taking a minimum of five to seven entrance exams to maximise their chances of success and broaden their options when it comes to college, says rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

In PHOTOS: The world's first cloned pashmina goat

In PHOTOS: The world's first cloned pashmina goat

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

Scientists at the Kashmir Agriculture University have produced the world's first cloned pashmina goat.

Explained: How National Testing Agency functions

Explained: How National Testing Agency functions

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Here is an explainer on the functioning of the seven-year-old body.

Pune University's MBA in biotechnology

Pune University's MBA in biotechnology

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

The Department of Management Sciences, University of Pune's two year full time MBA (Biotechnology) Degree programme.

Scientists in Kashmir successfully clone Pashmina goat

Scientists in Kashmir successfully clone Pashmina goat

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

Scientists at the Kashmir Agriculture University have produced the world's first cloned Pashmina goat.

Applications invited for PHD scholarships 2014

Applications invited for PHD scholarships 2014

Rediff.com19 May 2014

The Agriculture Research Organisation is inviting applications for scholarships from Indian and Chinese students.

Encourage students to take 'cow science' exam: UGC to varsities

Encourage students to take 'cow science' exam: UGC to varsities

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked vice chancellors of varsities across the country to 'encourage' students to take an online voluntary national-level exam to test their knowledge on 'gau vigyan' (cow science).