Meet Harshith Nelabhotla, the Ohio student who built an AI system that can recognise American Sign Language words in real time |

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Meet Harshith Nelabhotla, the Ohio student who built an AI system that can recognise American Sign Language words in real time |

Harshith Nelabhotla. Image Credit: Youth Scientists Lab Harshith Nelabhotla, an Ohio student, has earned recognition for developing a ‘Real-Time ASL Word Recognition System,’ a project that brings artificial intelligence to American Sign Language (ASL). His work has been named the ‘2026 Ohio State Merit Winner’ in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, placing his idea among … Read more

Meet Harshith Nelabhotla, the Ohio student who built an AI system that can recognise American Sign Language words in real time |

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Meet Harshith Nelabhotla, the Ohio student who built an AI system that can recognise American Sign Language words in real time |

Harshith Nelabhotla. Image Credit: Youth Scientists Lab Harshith Nelabhotla, an Ohio student, has earned recognition for developing a ‘Real-Time ASL Word Recognition System,’ a project that brings artificial intelligence to American Sign Language (ASL). His work has been named the ‘2026 Ohio State Merit Winner’ in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, placing his idea among … Read more

J&K MBBS, BDS interns launch indefinite strike over low stipend, seek hike to Rs 30,000

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J&K MBBS, BDS interns launch indefinite strike over low stipend, seek hike to Rs 30,000

Srinagar, Aug 31 (IANS) Medical interns of MBBS and BDS courses in Jammu & Kashmir began an indefinite strike on Monday, demanding enhancement of their monthly stipend. MBBS and BDS interns across Jammu and Kashmir have launched an indefinite strike, demanding a substantial increase in their monthly stipend. The protesting interns are currently staging dharnas … Read more

India’s rice bowl gets global audience as 3,317 buyers sign up for BIRC 2026

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India’s rice bowl gets global audience as 3,317 buyers sign up for BIRC 2026

BIRC 2026 draws 3,317 overseas buyers from 138 countries ahead of October event India’s rice exporters are set to get a wider international business platform this October, with 3,317 buyers from 138 countries registering for the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026.The three-day conference will be held at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital from … Read more

Repurpose Leftover Tiles: The surprising way to repurpose leftover tiles: DIY easy ideas that can instantly upgrade your home without spending much

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Repurpose Leftover Tiles: The surprising way to repurpose leftover tiles: DIY easy ideas that can instantly upgrade your home without spending much

Every home renovation seems to end the same way, a neatly stacked pile of extra tiles sitting in a storeroom or garage corner, too good to throw away, too small a quantity to use for anything “real.” What most people don’t realise is that this leftover pile is actually one of the most underrated resources … Read more

China covered 40% of sea cucumber ponds with solar panels; younger animals spent 12 fewer days in summer inactivity |

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China covered 40% of sea cucumber ponds with solar panels; younger animals spent 12 fewer days in summer inactivity |

Solar panels are usually associated with electricity, but a study in China has found that they can also change the summer conditions inside sea cucumber ponds. Researchers examined ponds fitted with photovoltaic panels and found that the shade reduced the amount of light reaching the water and lowered its temperature. The cooler conditions were linked … Read more

Tropical Storm Karina strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific, could be a major storm this week

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Tropical Storm Karina strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific, could be a major storm this week

This satellite image released by NOAA shows Hurricane Karina strengthening off the southern tip of Baja California on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (NOAA via AP) MIAMI: Tropical Storm Karina strengthened into a hurricane in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday and could become a major storm this week, forecasters said. The cyclone’s center was at far … Read more

Tropical Storm Karina strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific, could be a major storm this week

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Tropical Storm Karina strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific, could be a major storm this week

This satellite image released by NOAA shows Hurricane Karina strengthening off the southern tip of Baja California on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (NOAA via AP) MIAMI: Tropical Storm Karina strengthened into a hurricane in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday and could become a major storm this week, forecasters said. The cyclone’s center was at far … Read more