Author: Sharad Natani
Thousands of bright international students who earned scholarships and coveted admission offers from US universities are finding their American dreams slipping away. Despite having visas in hand, many are blocked from entering the United States due to President Trump’s travel ban, leaving their futures hanging in limbo. Travel Ban Hits Students From 19 Countries The restrictions, covering 12 countries fully and seven partially, have shut doors for students from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. According to the US State Department, over 5,700 student visas (F-1 and J-1) were issued to citizens of the affected nations last year,…
Telangana has emerged as India’s leader in organ donation, setting a new benchmark with an average of 4.88 donations per million population (pmp) — the highest in the country. This milestone highlights the state’s robust health infrastructure, effective awareness campaigns, and the commendable efforts of the Telangana State Organ Donation and Transplantation Organisation (TSODTO). A Model for the Nation According to official data, Telangana’s organ donation rate surpasses the national average by a significant margin. Health experts attribute this success to: ●Active government initiatives. ●Efficient coordination between hospitals. ●Swift organ allocation processes. ●Widespread public awareness drives encouraging families to pledge…
In a powerful story of love, courage, and medical excellence, a woman from Rajasthan donated 40% of her liver to save her ailing husband, becoming the first live donor in a rare liver transplant surgery at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Medical College Hospital. The 15-hour marathon surgery, performed on Saturday, marks a historic milestone for the Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery Department at SMS Hospital. Led by Dr. Dinesh Kumar Bharti, the team of surgeons executed the complex procedure that now gives hope to thousands of patients across the state. A Rare Surgery at a Government Hospital SMS Medical College Principal Dr.…
In a remarkable story of grit and determination, Bidu Nayak, a 21-year-old tribal girl from Nuapada village in Kalahandi district, has cleared NEET, opening the door to her dream of becoming a doctor. Her achievement has ignited hope in her village and across the region. From Fields to Classrooms Born to daily wage labourers Narendra and Premsilla Nayak, Bidu grew up balancing studies with agricultural work to support her family. She completed primary and high school in her village and later topped Lanjigarh Block in +2 from ST/SC Higher Secondary School in 2024. Despite her brilliance, financial hurdles nearly stopped…
The national capital’s aviation hub is set to enter a new era of passenger experience as the upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) at Indira Gandhi International Airport gears up to welcome travellers from October 26, 2025. Operated by GMR AERO-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), the modernized T2 promises cutting-edge technology, faster processes, and a bright, welcoming ambience. Game-Changing Passenger Experience Self Baggage Drop (SBD): Passengers can now tag and drop their luggage themselves in minutes, cutting queues and saving time. Autonomous Docking Bridges: Six state-of-the-art passenger boarding bridges from South Korea with autonomous docking — a first in India —…
The UPSC Civil Services Examination is widely regarded as one of India’s toughest and most prestigious competitive exams. It challenges candidates’ intellect, perseverance, and resilience. Among the countless aspirants who dream of serving the nation, only a few make it. Ishwar Gurjar’s story stands out as a beacon of hope and determination. A Journey Marked by Struggles Born in a modest family, Ishwar Gurjar’s early academic life was filled with setbacks. In fact, he failed his Class 10 board exams, a point at which many might have given up. But Ishwar refused to let failure define him. With grit and…