US Universities Revamp Engineering Programs to Meet Semiconductor Workforce Demand

Abhishek Sharma hits fastest T20I century by Test-nation batter vs Afghanistan

Indian opener Abhishek Sharma scored a stunning century off just 30 balls against Afghanistan in the third T20I on Thursday. The match was played at Arun Jaitley Stadium. His innings is now the fastest T20I hundred by a batter from a Test-playing nation. Sharma's explosive power-hitting set a new benchmark in the shortest format of international cricket.

Uttarakhand offers registered construction workers Rs 50,000 housing loan at low interest

Uttarakhand's labour welfare system provides registered construction workers access to a housing loan of up to Rs 50,000 at a minimal interest rate. The loan can be used for purchasing or constructing a house. To qualify, workers must have been fund members for at least five years and have a minimum of fifteen years remaining until retirement. Applications are submitted online and subsequently undergo departmental verification and investigation. Once approved, the loan amount is disbursed and repaid in equal instalments managed by the Board.

Abhishek Sharma hits fastest T20I century by an Indian, breaks Rohit Sharma's record

Tata Sons Board Re-Appoints N Chandrasekaran as Executive Chairman for Five More Years

Tata Sons has re-appointed N Chandrasekaran as Executive Chairman for an additional five-year term following a majority board vote. Chandrasekaran had initially signaled a decision that prompted the board to request he reconsider. The board's resolution came after he agreed to reverse his earlier stance at the board's request. The development sheds light on the ongoing governance dynamics between Tata Sons and the Tata Trusts, which hold significant ownership in the conglomerate.