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Universities and <keyword id="20257650" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="higher-education-institutions" source="keywords">higher education institutions</keyword> in India can now admit students twice a year similar to the admission process followed by universities abroad, according to the <keyword id="19932585" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="University-Grants-Commission" source="keywords">University Grants Commission</keyword> (UGC) Chairman Jagadeesh Kumar. The two admission cycles will be July-August and January-February from the 2024-25 academic session. "If <keyword id="21269142" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-universities" source="keywords">Indian universities</keyword> can offer admission twice a year, it will benefit many students. Such as those who missed admission to a university in the July/August session due to a delay in the announcement of board results, health issues, or personal reasons. Biannual university admissions will help students maintain motivation since they do not have to wait one full year to be admitted if they miss admission in the current cycle," UGC Chairman Kumar said on Tuesday. Currently, UGC Regulations allow the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to admit students in one academic session in a year starting in July/August. An 'Academic session' is twelve months, beginning in July/August. Indian HEIs, therefore, follow the academic session that begins in July-August and ends in May-June. UGC had decided in its 571st commission held on 25 July 2023 to permit <keyword id="22014108" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="biannual-admissions" source="keywords">biannual admissions</keyword> under Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes in January and July during an academic year. As per the information furnished by the HEIs on the UGC DEB portal, in addition to a total of 19,73,056 students were enrolled in July 2022 and an additional 4,28,854 students joined in January 2023 in ODL and online programs. Considering the tremendous response and interest from the students in ODL and online programs in biannual admissions, in its meeting held on May 15 this year the UGC took a policy decision to allow Higher Education Institutions who offer programs in regular mode to admit students twice in a year, either in January/February or July/August from the coming academic year, the UGC chairman said. Those institutions that have the required infrastructure and teaching faculty can utilize the opportunity to admit students biannually. Offering biannual admissions is not mandatory for the HEIs; it is the flexibility that UGC provides to the HEIs who want to increase their student intake and offer new programmes in emerging areas. To be able to admit students twice a year, HEIs must make suitable amendments to their institutional regulations. UGC Chairman Kumar said, "With biannual admissions in place, Industries can also do their <keyword id="22014800" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="campus-recruitment" source="keywords">campus recruitment</keyword> twice a year, improving employment opportunities for the graduates." Biannual admissions will also enable the HEIs to plan their resource distribution, such as faculty, labs, classrooms and support services, more efficiently, resulting in a better functional flow within the university, he said. Noting that Universities worldwide already follow a biannual admission system, he said that if Indian institutions adopt the biannual admission cycle, they can enhance their international collaborations and student exchanges. "As a result, our global competitiveness will improve, and we will align with the global educational standards," the UGC Chairman said. Biannual admissions can substantially increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio and make India a 'Global Study Destination' as envisioned in National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, he said. Further, Kumar said that if HEIs adopt biannual admissions, they need to work on administrative intricacies, good planning for increased use of available resources, and providing seamless support systems for the smooth transition of students admitted at dissimilar times of the year. 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Universities in India can now admit students twice a year on lines of foreign varsities: UGC chairman

London: Universities and student groups on Tuesday urgently lobbied British Prime Minister <keyword id="19906889" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rishi-Sunak" source="keywords">Rishi Sunak</keyword> to safeguard the country's <keyword id="21659184" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="post-study-visa" source="keywords">post-study visa</keyword> offer, which has been dominated by Indians to gain work experience for around two years at the end of their university degree. Amid reports that Sunak is considering either restricting or ending the <keyword id="20616105" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Graduate-Route" source="keywords">Graduate Route</keyword> to curtail soaring migration statistics ahead of a general election, a group of nearly 30 university vice-chancellors and the <keyword id="21760521" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="national-indian-students-and-alumni-association" source="keywords">National Indian Students and Alumni Association</keyword> (NISAU) UK have issued detailed letters of appeal to 10 Downing Street. They list a series of factors in favour of keeping the Graduate visa scheme unchanged, including the benefits that international students bring to the UK economy in a competitive global higher education marketplace. "Modelling by consultancy London Economics shows that a single cohort has a net economic benefit of GBP 37 billion to the UK economy; as well as through the soft power that Britain's international graduates generate for the country over time, including through furthering ties of trade and diplomacy," reads the NISAU UK letter addressed to Sunak. "Indeed, 70 per cent of <keyword id="19971660" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-students" source="keywords">Indian students</keyword> have told us that the ability to gain meaningful work experience is a critical element in their decision to choose between competing international destinations, of which the UK is one... the Graduate Route allows the opportunity to gain this work experience for a temporary period. It is non-extendable and does not count towards permanent settlement. This means that neither students nor Graduate visa holders should be considered 'immigrants' in the context of the long-term picture of migration," it notes. Their appeal comes a week after the influential <keyword id="20609895" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Migration-Advisory-Committee" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Migration Advisory Committee" meta.hostid="83" meta.entityid="Migration Advisory Committee">Migration Advisory Committee</keyword> (MAC) advised the government to let the scheme continue as it found no abuse of this post-study work offer. It also confirmed that Indians topped its tally, accounting for 89,200 visas between 2021 and 2023, or 42 per cent of the overall grants, and were likely to be "most affected by any restriction on the Graduate Route". In their letter to Sunak, universities in the north of England — from Sunderland to Sheffield, Leeds to Lancaster, Liverpool to Teesside, Bradford to Huddersfield, and York to Newcastle — said they will all be harmed by the removal or reduction of this visa as it is an "intrinsic part of the educational offer that has made the UK so attractive to brilliant students from all around the world". "The Graduate Visa Route is regarded by students in key markets like India as an integral part of their educational experience. The MAC review made clear that the removal of this route would make the UK less attractive and thus would cause considerable financial detriment to universities around the country," reads their joint letter. "International student tuition fee income has long cross-subsidised underfunded research and has increasingly become critical to cross-subsidise the teaching of UK undergraduate students because of the frozen tuition fee. Universities cannot continue to absorb the costs of teaching UK undergraduates without some form of alternative funding source," they caution. On top of their visa fees, international students who find work and start businesses contribute billions of pounds in income tax, national insurance and VAT annually. The university chiefs point out that they are also usually net contributors to the National Health Service (NHS) through the NHS surcharge. The Russell Group of the UK's leading universities issued its appeal over the weekend, with CEO Tim Bradshaw warning that there has already been a 10 per cent decline in international applications for post-graduate courses starting this September in the wake of the clampdown on students being able to bring dependant family members. "A further restriction on international students would not only be unnecessary — as numbers are already falling — but also damaging, resulting in less spending in local communities, fewer opportunities for domestic students and less UK research," he noted in a letter to Sunak. Members of his own Cabinet are believed to be opposed to any changes to the Graduate scheme, but the British Prime Minister is having to balance pressures from the right of the governing Conservatives who are single-minded in their demands to curb all forms of legal as well as illegal migration levels ahead of an election later this year.

Universities, student groups lobby PM Sunak to keep UK's post-study visa scheme unchanged

Chennai: A woman from Bangladesh who had come to Tamil Nadu for cancer treatment was stranded at Chennai Airport due to the tense situation prevailing in the country. Bangladeshi couple Susil Ranjan and Prova Rhave been stranded at Chennai Airport as 3 flights bound for Bangladesh from Chennai were cancelled in the past two days. The couple reached Tamil Nadu a few months ago to get treatment for Prova Rani, who had cancer and is struggling for her life at Vellore CMC Private Hospital. They have been unable to return to their country for the last two days as flights to Bangladesh have been cancelled due to the ongoing crisis in the country. Airport authorities have said that they are trying to assist the couple. Earlier, <keyword id="22695904" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat-Education-Minister" source="keywords">Gujarat Education Minister</keyword> Praful Pansheriya said that 20 students from Bangladesh who are studying at <keyword id="19895699" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat-University" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Gujarat University" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Gujarat University">Gujarat University</keyword>, sponsored by the <keyword id="19923385" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Government-of-India" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Government of India" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Government of India">Government of India</keyword>, are safe. Pansheriya said that the responsibility for the security of all students has been taken up by the university and the government of Gujarat. "CM Bhupendra Patel has informed the Education Department that 20 students (from Bangladesh), sponsored by the <keyword id="19923385" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Government-of-India" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Government of India" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Government of India">Government of India</keyword>, are studying at <keyword id="19895699" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gujarat-University" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Gujarat University" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Gujarat University">Gujarat University</keyword>. After the unrest in Bangladesh, the MEA issued a rule. So, the VC held a meeting with all those students; all of them are safe," he said. "The responsibility for the security of all students has been taken up by the university and government of Gujarat. All of them are safe and there is no problem. Out of these 20 students, 8 are girls and 12 are boys," the Education Minister added. Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that there are an estimated 19,000 Indian nationals, of whom about 9000 are students. He said the government is in close contact with the Indian community in Dhaka. Jaishankar informed the Lok Sabha that the bulk of the students returned to India in July. "We are in close and continuous touch with the Indian community in Bangladesh through our diplomatic missions. There are an estimated 19,000 Indian nationals there, of which about 9000 are students. The bulk of the students returned in July," he said. He also said that Bangladesh's former Prime Minister <keyword id="20024637" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Sheikh-Hasina" source="keywords">Sheikh Hasina</keyword> requested approval from India to come at very short notice and she arrived on the evening of Monday. "On August 5, demonstrators converged in Dhaka despite the curfew. Our understanding is that after a meeting with leaders of the security establishment, Prime Minister <keyword id="20024637" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Sheikh-Hasina" source="keywords">Sheikh Hasina</keyword> decided to resign. At very short notice, she requested approval to come for the moment to India. We simultaneously received a request for flight clearance from Bangladeshi authorities. She arrived yesterday evening in Delhi," he said. The External Affairs Minister also mentioned that the government is monitoring the situation of the minorities living in Bangladesh. Jaishankar noted that ties between India and Bangladesh are exceptionally close.

Bangladesh woman who reached Tamil Nadu for cancer treatment unable to return

<ul><li><keyword id="19894961" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="apple" source="keywords">Apple</keyword> recently appointed its new CFO</li><li>The company's new CFO is <keyword id="19990665" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-origin" source="keywords">Indian origin</keyword> <keyword id="22930009" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Kevan-Parekh" source="keywords">Kevan Parekh</keyword></li><li>He will assume his new role in 2025</li></ul> Just after confirming the launch date of the iPhone 16, Apple had another announcement in store. The company announced a change in its leadership team and appointed Kevan Parekh as its new <keyword id="19955483" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Chief-Financial-Officer" source="keywords">Chief Financial Officer</keyword>, effective January 1, 2025. Parekh, who has been a vital part of Apple’s finance leadership for over a decade, will succeed <keyword id="20142289" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Luca-Maestri" source="keywords">Luca Maestri</keyword>, a seasoned executive credited with more than doubling Apple’s revenue during his tenure. Read on to know all about the Indian-origin senior Apple executive. <h2>Who is Apple new CFO Kevan Parekh</h2> Parekh has been with Apple for 11 years and is currently leading Financial Planning and Analysis, G&amp;A and Benefits Finance, Investor Relations, and Market Research. Prior to this, he led Worldwide Sales, Retail, and Marketing Finance at Apple. Parekh began his tenure at Apple by leading the financial support of Apple’s Product Marketing, Internet Sales and Services, and Engineering teams. Before joining Apple, Parekh honed his financial expertise at industry giants Thomson Reuters and General Motors. At Thomson Reuters, he climbed the ranks to become Corporate Treasurer, where he was responsible for overseeing the company's global financial operations. His stint at General Motors saw him take on significant roles, including Director of Business Development in New York and Regional Treasurer in Zurich, where he managed financial operations across Europe. Talking about Parekh’s academic background, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Chicago. As Parekh steps into his new role, Apple is on the brink of launching a series of AI-powered features that could redefine the iPhone experience. <h2>Apple’s press release</h2> In a press release, Apple noted that as Parekh assumes his new role, Luca Maestri will be continuing his journey in the company. Although he will step down as CFO, Maestri will continue to lead Apple’s Corporate Services teams, including information systems and technology, information security, and real estate and development. “During his time as CFO, Maestri enabled essential investments and practiced robust financial discipline, which together helped the company more than double its revenue, with services revenue growing more than five times,” the company said in the press release. Talking about the next CFO and his next stint with Apple, Maestri said, “I’m looking forward to the next stage of my time at Apple, and I have enormous confidence in Kevan as he prepares to take the reins as CFO. He is truly exceptional, has a deep love for Apple and its mission, and he embodies the leadership, judgment, and values that are so important to this role.” <h2>CEO Tim Cook about Kevan Parekh</h2> Apple CEO Tim Cook also expressed his confidence in Parekh’s ability to lead the company’s financial strategy. “For more than a decade, Kevan has been an indispensable member of Apple’s finance leadership team, and he understands the company inside and out. His sharp intellect, wise judgment, and financial brilliance make him the perfect choice to be Apple’s next CFO,” Cook said according to a press release by Apple. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/one-of-tim-cooks-big-bets-is-paying-off/articleshow/111763164.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">One of Tim Cook's big bets is paying off</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/the-iphone-16-is-less-than-3-months-away-heres-what-to-expect/articleshow/111412824.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">The iPhone 16 is less than 3 months away here's what to expect</a>

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<keyword id="6356662" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Singapore" source="Orion">Singapore</keyword>, a vibrant and modern city-state, offers a blend of cultural heritage, modern attractions, and natural beauty. It's a popular destination for travelers from India, thanks to its proximity, cultural similarities, and an array of exciting attractions. Here’s a guide to some of the <keyword id="21879861" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Best-places-to-visit-in-Singapore" source="Orion">best places to visit in Singapore</keyword> that will captivate <keyword id="20102333" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-tourists" source="keywords">Indian tourists</keyword>. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="1. Marina Bay Sands" comment="subhead" text="1. Marina Bay Sands">1. <keyword id="21172707" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Marina-Bay-Sands" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Marina Bay Sands" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Marina Bay Sands">Marina Bay Sands</keyword></cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="1" msid="110582127" hostid="261" sizebytes="1337875" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Iconic Marina Bay Sands with its stunning rooftop infinity pool.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Marina Bay Sands is one of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks. This luxurious resort complex includes a hotel, a shopping mall, a museum, two large theatres, and a world-class casino. The highlight is the SkyPark, a rooftop infinity pool that offers stunning views of the Singapore skyline. Though access to the pool is reserved for hotel guests, visitors can still enjoy the panoramic view from the observation deck. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="2. Gardens by the Bay" comment="subhead" text="2. Gardens by the Bay">2. Gardens by the Bay</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="2" msid="110582147" hostid="261" sizebytes="2496276" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The futuristic Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Located next to Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay is a futuristic park spanning 101 hectares. It features the famous Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome. The Supertrees, with their towering vertical gardens, come alive at night with a spectacular light and sound show. The Flower Dome showcases plants from around the world, while the Cloud Forest houses a stunning indoor waterfall. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="3. Sentosa Island" comment="subhead" text="3. Sentosa Island">3. Sentosa Island</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="3" msid="110582166" hostid="261" sizebytes="1946087" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Enjoy thrilling rides at Universal Studios Singapore on Sentosa Island.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Sentosa Island is a resort destination that offers a variety of attractions. Universal Studios Singapore, an exciting theme park with rides and shows, is a major draw for families. The island also features beautiful beaches, the S.E.A. Aquarium, Adventure Cove Waterpark, and the Sentosa Merlion. Visitors can reach Sentosa via a scenic cable car ride from Mount Faber. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="4. Little India" comment="subhead" text="4. Little India">4. <keyword id="21879864" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Little-India" source="keywords">Little India</keyword></cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="4" msid="110582180" hostid="261" sizebytes="1933820" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Colorful shops and vibrant streets of Little India.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Little India is a vibrant neighbourhood that feels like a home away from home for Indian tourists. The area is filled with colourful shops, traditional Indian restaurants, and cultural landmarks like the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple. The bustling Mustafa Centre, a 24-hour shopping complex, offers everything from electronics to groceries. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="5. Chinatown" comment="subhead" text="5. Chinatown">5. Chinatown</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="5" msid="110582223" hostid="261" sizebytes="1831455" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Explore cultural heritage at the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in Chinatown.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Chinatown is a cultural enclave that showcases Singapore’s rich Chinese heritage. Visitors can explore the Chinatown Heritage Centre, visit the beautiful Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, and enjoy delicious street food at Chinatown Food Street. The area is also known for its traditional shops and markets selling souvenirs, textiles, and antiques. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="6. Orchard Road" comment="subhead" text="6. Orchard Road">6. Orchard Road</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="6" msid="110582243" hostid="261" sizebytes="2265189" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Shop till you drop at the luxurious malls on Orchard Road.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Orchard Road is Singapore’s premier shopping destination. This bustling boulevard is lined with luxury boutiques, department stores, and shopping malls. Popular malls include ION Orchard, Ngee Ann City, and Paragon. Besides shopping, Orchard Road offers a variety of dining options, from high-end restaurants to casual eateries. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="7. Singapore Zoo and Night Safari" comment="subhead" text="7. Singapore Zoo and Night Safari">7. Singapore Zoo and Night Safari</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="7" msid="110582255" hostid="261" sizebytes="2702872" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Experience wildlife up close at the Singapore Zoo.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>The Singapore Zoo is renowned for its open-concept exhibits that allow animals to roam in naturalistic habitats. Highlights include the Fragile Forest, the Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia, and the Orangutan Island. Adjacent to the zoo is the Night Safari, the world’s first nocturnal zoo, offering a unique opportunity to observe nocturnal animals in their natural habitat. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="8. Clarke Quay" comment="subhead" text="8. Clarke Quay">8. Clarke Quay</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="8" msid="110582269" hostid="261" sizebytes="1373695" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Clarke Quay&amp;#39;s lively riverside nightlife.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Clarke Quay is a riverside quay that comes alive at night with a vibrant nightlife. The area is filled with restaurants, bars, and clubs, making it a popular spot for evening entertainment. Visitors can also enjoy a scenic river cruise to see Singapore’s skyline and iconic landmarks illuminated at night. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="9. Singapore Flyer" comment="subhead" text="9. Singapore Flyer">9. Singapore Flyer</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="9" msid="110582293" hostid="261" sizebytes="1554420" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Panoramic city views from the Singapore Flyer.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>The Singapore Flyer is a giant observation wheel that offers breathtaking views of the city. Standing at 165 meters, it is one of the world’s tallest Ferris wheels. The 30-minute ride provides panoramic views of landmarks like Marina Bay, the Singapore River, and even parts of Malaysia and Indonesia on a clear day. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="10. Haw Par Villa" comment="subhead" text="10. Haw Par Villa">10. Haw Par Villa</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="10" msid="110582307" hostid="261" sizebytes="2497550" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Discover Chinese mythology at the unique Haw Par Villa.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Haw Par Villa is a unique theme park that showcases Chinese mythology and folklore. It features over 1,000 statues and dioramas depicting scenes from Chinese legends and history. The park is best known for its Ten Courts of Hell, a series of gruesome displays illustrating the Buddhist concept of hell. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tips for Indian Travellers" comment="subhead" text="Tips for Indian Travellers">Tips for Indian Travellers</cmsannotation> Food: Singapore is a food lover’s paradise with a variety of Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Visit hawker centres for affordable and delicious local food. Weather: Singapore has a tropical climate. Carry light, comfortable clothing and stay hydrated. Transport: The MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) system is efficient and convenient for getting around the city. Language: English is widely spoken, making it easy for Indian tourists to communicate. Singapore’s mix of cultural experiences, modern attractions, and natural beauty makes it a wonderful destination for Indian travellers. Whether you’re exploring futuristic gardens, indulging in world-class shopping, or enjoying vibrant nightlife, Singapore has something for everyone. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Frequently asked questions" comment="subhead" text="Frequently asked questions">Frequently asked questions</cmsannotation> 1. Do I need a visa to travel to Singapore? Yes, Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Singapore. You can apply for a Singapore visa online or through authorised travel agents. The visa process is straightforward and typically takes about 3-5 working days. 2. What is the best time to visit Singapore? Singapore has a tropical climate with consistent temperatures year-round. However, the best time to visit is between February and April when the weather is relatively dry and pleasant. Avoid visiting during the monsoon seasons (November to January and June to September) when heavy rains can disrupt outdoor activities. 3. What is the local currency and how can I exchange money? The local currency is the Singapore Dollar (SGD). Money can be exchanged at banks, currency exchange counters at the airport, and authorised money changers throughout the city. ATMs are widely available, and credit cards are accepted at most establishments. 4. Is Singapore safe for tourists? Yes, Singapore is one of the safest countries in the world for tourists. It has low crime rates and a very efficient public safety system. However, it’s always advisable to take common precautions, such as safeguarding your belongings and being aware of your surroundings. 5. What is the best way to get around Singapore? Singapore has an excellent public transportation system, including the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) and buses, which are efficient, clean, and affordable. Taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab are also widely available. The EZ-Link card or Singapore Tourist Pass are convenient options for unlimited travel on public transport. 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US President <keyword id="99719" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="joe-biden" source="Orion">Joe Biden</keyword> has honoured two Indian-American scientists -- <keyword id="19253515" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ashok-gadgil" source="Orion">Ashok Gadgil</keyword> and <keyword id="165227" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="subra-suresh" source="Orion">Subra Suresh</keyword> -- with the country's highest scientific awards for their contribution to the field of science and technology. Biden presented the prestigious <keyword id="6356037" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="White-House" source="Orion">White House</keyword> National Medal for Technology and Innovation to Gadgil, a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Civil and Environmental Engineering at <keyword id="201630" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="uc-berkeley" source="Orion">UC Berkeley</keyword>, on Tuesday for providing life-sustaining resources to communities around the world. The award, bestowed on leading US innovators, recognises those who have made lasting contributions to America's competitiveness and quality of life and helped strengthen the nation's technological workforce. Suresh, a professor at large at <keyword id="107088" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="brown-university" source="Orion">Brown University</keyword>'s School of Engineering, was awarded the National Medal of Science for pioneering research across engineering, physical sciences and life sciences, and particularly for advancing the study of material science and its application to other disciplines. Gadgil was one of 12 recipients of the White House National Medal for Technology and Innovation. Gadgil has developed low--cost solutions to some of the developing world's most intractable problems, including safe drinking water technologies, energy-efficient stoves, and ways to make efficient electric lighting affordable. He focuses on robust inventions that can be deployed as widely as possible, and together, his projects have helped more than 100 million people. Gadgil is also an expert in building energy efficiency and computational fluid dynamics of indoor air and pollutant flows. The White House said Gadgil was presented the medal "for providing life-sustaining resources to communities around the world. His innovative, inexpensive technologies help meet profound needs, from drinking water to fuel-efficient cookstoves. His work is inspired by a belief in the dignity of all people and in our power to solve the great challenges of our time." Gadgil's award is the 17th national medal overall and the second National Medal of Technology and Innovation that Berkeley Lab researchers have earned. "The world is not a fair place. I try to bend my knowledge of science, engineering, and creativity to make it a little less unfair for the people who are holding the short end of the stick. If I can make that difference, go even a little bit in that direction, I think that's fantastic," Gadgil told Barkley Lab in an interview. Gadgil earned degrees in physics from the University of Bombay (now Mumbai), the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, and his Ph.D. from UC Berkeley. He then joined Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) in 1980 and retired earlier this year as a faculty senior scientist; he is now an affiliate retiree of the Berkeley Lab. He formerly served as the division director of the Environmental Energy Technologies Division - now the Energy Technologies Area (ETA). He is also a distinguished professor emeritus of civil and environmental engineering at UC Berkeley. The announcement from the National Science and Technology Medals Foundation noted Suresh's commitment to research and collaboration across international borders, which has demonstrated how science can forge understanding and cooperation among people and nations. "It's very satisfying," said Suresh, who said he takes special pride in the recognition because of what the medal signifies, according to a Brown University statement. Suresh, the former head of the National Science Foundation (NSF), was presented with the prestigious science medal along with eight others. Born in India in 1956, Suresh graduated from high school at 15 and by age 25, had earned his undergraduate degree, master's degree and Ph.D., which he earned in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in just two years. Suresh became a faculty member at Brown University in 1983 as the youngest member of the engineering faculty. After 10 years at Brown, Suresh went on to become the first Asian-born American to lead the National Science Foundation (NSF), serving as its 13th director after he was nominated by then-president, Barack Obama. He returned to Brown's School of Engineering in September 2023, and earlier this month, the school announced a biennial symposium in his honour focused on the frontiers of technology and society. Under his leadership, NSF launched the Global Research Council, a virtual organisation of heads of science and engineering funding agencies from more than 50 countries, aimed at fostering global collaboration and data sharing. He also oversaw the establishment of the Centre-Life Balance programme, an initiative to increase the number of doctoral-level women in the science and engineering fields from 26 per cent to 40 per cent between 2011 and 2021.

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