Are US Schools Failing Students? The Case for the Cambridge Curriculum to Bridge the Gap American schools have long debated how best to prepare students for college and life. Cambridge International’s pathway, from International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) through International AS and A Levels, offers a sizeable body of empirical evidence suggesting that…
S. Paul Kapur has been confirmed as the US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, stepping into a role that places him at the forefront of American diplomacy in a region of growing strategic importance. His journey to this pivotal position is a story of rigorous scholarship, cross-cultural experience, and a…
Team India stars and support staff gathered at Gautam Gambhir’s residence in New Delhi for a special team dinner (Screengrabs/ANI) With the second Test against the West Indies set to begin on Friday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Team India gathered for a special dinner hosted by head coach Gautam Gambhir at his residence in…
NEW DELHI: The government has directed state drug controllers to step up monitoring to ensure that testing is done before a drug batch is manufactured and released in the market. Officials have been told to keep a close watch on this aspect during inspections and to sensitise manufacturers through circulars. Companies must also have a…
The Punjabi entertainment community is mourning the demise of a talented and beloved star, Rajvir Jawanda. The 35-year-old singer-actor passed away today, at 10:55 pm, after being in critical condition for 11 days, as confirmed by the hospital. Hours after the reports of his demise came out, his remains were brought home. Rajvir Jawanda’s mortal…
Sai Sudharsan managed just 7 runs in the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad (AP Photo/Ajit Solanki) Sai Sudharsan might not have had the dream start to his Test career, but India’s team management continues to place full trust in the young batter’s potential. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that the Tamil Nadu…
India’s Jemimah Rodrigues dives into her creese during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup match between India and Pakistan at Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. AP/PTI(AP10_05_2025_000300B) Visakhapatnam: Despite Indian batting order not performing to its potential, hosts have managed to stay undefeated after two matches in the ongoing Women’s World Cup. Though they have…
Unable to speak, move 17 yrs ago, now close to doc dream NEW DELHI: When he was one-and-a-half years old, he was fighting for his life in an ICU, unable to move or speak after a severe brain infection left him paralysed on one side and impaired his hearing. Seventeen years later, Vansh Kumar has…
NEW DELHI: In a move that will fast-track the establishment of municipal solid waste management facilities and common effluent treatment plants (CETPs), the Union environment ministry has proposed exempting such projects from prior environmental clearance.The ministry came out with two separate draft notifications for this purpose last week, arguing that such facilities are basically “essential…
The Desert Vipers on Wednesday signed Afghanistan wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad for season four of the ILT20.The 20-year-old will step in for Wanindu Hasaranga, as the Sri Lankan all-rounder is expected to have domestic commitments during the tournament.“I am excited for this opportunity and very thankful for the faith shown in me by the team’s coaching…
