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Hans India
6 hours ago
- Science
- Hans India
IET India scholarship last date June 22
Hyderabad: The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), has announced that applications for the 9th edition of the IET India Scholarship Award—one of the country's most prestigious honours for undergraduate engineers—will now close on June 22, extending the opportunity by three additional weeks. Established in 2013, the IET India Scholarship Award was created with the vision of identifying and supporting engineering students who not only excel academically but also demonstrate a deep commitment to innovation and solving real-world problems. With over 65,000 applications in the previous edition, the Award has become a sought-after platform for aspiring engineers eager to make a meaningful impact on society through technology. The 2025 edition offers a total prize pool of Rs10 lakh, with the national winner receiving `3,00,000, in addition to significant exposure at major industry events, mentorship opportunities, and national recognition. The programme is completely free to apply, making it one of the most accessible and high-value scholarships available to undergraduate engineers in India. The scholarship is open to students currently pursuing full-time undergraduate engineering programmes (any year of study, any specialisation) in AICTE/UGC-approved institutions across India. There is no age limit, but applicants must have a minimum aggregate of 60 per cent or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
Business Standard
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
IET India Scholarship Awards 2025: How to apply, Deadline, Check All Details!
PNN New Delhi [India], May 21: The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), established in Bangalore, India, in 2006, and one of the world's largest engineering societies based in the UK, has announced the 9th edition of the IET India Scholarship Awards. This is one of India's most prestigious scholarships for undergraduate engineering students, and is accepting applications until May 31st. Its goal is to inspire and recognize India's promising future engineers by offering financial support, enhancing their skills, driving technology adoption, and pave the way for promising careers in engineering. Over the last 8 years, the IET India Scholarship Award has honored more than 24 winners. Prof. Abhijit Chakrabarti, Chairman of the IET India Scholarship Award Advisory Committee, says, "This award aims to identify and support the next generation of engineering leaders in India. By promoting skill development, offering knowledge resources, and fostering societal impact, IET India is dedicated to supporting the engineering and technology community. The scholarship is designed to empower future engineers who will play a key role in shaping industries, academia, and society." Eligibility: - Engineering UG students (any year, stream, AICTE/UGC-approved) - Must have cleared all credits with at least 60% or 6.0 CGPA - No age cap How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide The application process is free, with no charges or payments required. 1. Interested students can apply online via the official IET India Scholarship Award website. 2. Applicants will need to provide details about their academics, co-curricular activities, professional experience, outreach efforts, and IET membership (if applicable). 3. Only shortlisted candidates will proceed to the next stages. Selection Process & Important dates The application, which opened on March 31st, will close on May 31st. The selection process consists of four stages, culminating in the final winner. Stage 1: Online Application & Evaluation Eligible students are assessed on academics (52%), extra/co-curriculars (20%), professional involvement (13%), and IET membership (15% bonus). Shortlisted candidates pick test slots (25-27 June). The top 10% per region advance. Stage 2: Online Test Applicants who pass Stage 1 will take a national STEM test from July 2-4, featuring 50 multiple-choice questions. The top 10% from each region will advance. Regional shortlists will be announced on July 14, and selected candidates will receive details by July 15, 2025. Stage 3: Regional Rounds In July, candidates passing Stage 2 will present tech solutions to regional challenges at rounds to be held in Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Chennai. Topics will be shared 10 days in advance. Winners and runners-up will be chosen, and the results will be announced on 6 September, with mentoring for the finalists. Stage 4: National Finals The final round will take place in Bangalore on 15th September 2025. The 5 winners will present their ideas and solutions for solving the chosen engineering problem in the previous round., and the 1 Overall winner will be chosen 3 will be chosen (Winner, 1st Runner-up & 2nd Runner-up. Why should you Apply? Prof. Abhijit Chakrabarti further emphasizes, "Recognizing excellence, this scholarship empowers future leaders with Rs10 lakhs in prizes and nationwide recognition. Regional and national winners will earn cash rewards, trophies, certificates, and a year-long IET membership." He outlines the rewards : Regional Winners and Runners-up (5 each) : - Winner: Rs60,000, Trophy, Certificate, 1-year IET Membership - Runner-up: Rs40,000, Trophy, Certificate, 1-year IET Membership National Finals: - Winner: Rs3,00,000, Trophy, Certificate, 1-year IET Membership - 1st Runner-up: Rs1,70,000, Trophy, Certificate, 1-year IET Membership - 2nd Runner-up: Rs1,50,000, Trophy, Certificate, 1-year IET Membership. NOTE : If a student wins the scholarship both in Regional and National level he/she will be awarded a Certificate for both the levels and the prize money for national level only. IET India Scholarship Award aspires to be the premier institution for engineering and technology professionals in the country. Through the use of technology and thought leadership, it fosters innovation across various industries. This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for students to expand their networks and pave the way for a successful career, utilizing financial support and other benefits to its full potential.
BBC News
29-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Farming Today 29/4/25 Energy infrastructure, growing pulses for animal feed, horticulture report
One of the government's major objectives is to deliver greener energy across the UK; but to do that, thousands of acres of farmland and wider countryside are being affected, as electricity generated from offshore windfarms and solar developments is routed to the national grid. In a new report, the Institution of Engineering and Technology has outlined the specific costs of pylons and cables buried underground and on the seabed. The report estimates in the next decade there will need to be five times more onshore transmission infrastructure than has been built in the last 30 years, and four times the amount that currently exists offshore. All week we're looking into pulses. Many of us eat peas, beans or lentils as part of our diet. Pulses also make up a major part of animal feed in the form of soya. That comes mostly from South America where rainforest is often cleared to grow it. The Nitrogen Climate Smart Programme is a project looking to replace imported soya with home grown pulses. We visit a farm taking part in trials to grow pulses. The UK economy could get a boost if everyone ate more UK-grown fruit and veg according to a new report by the Green Alliance, a think tank which works with environmental groups. It says we currently import five sixths of our fruit and half of our veg but expanding horticultural production could add £2.3 billion to the national economy and create more than 20 thousand jobs. Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney
Chicago Tribune
18-02-2025
- Science
- Chicago Tribune
Outdoors column: I welcome the quiet and calm of the falling snow
My favorite season is spring, but when winter comes I am hoping for snow. We in northern Illinois have not gotten much of it so far this year, until recently when several inches fell. I enjoy the quiet and calm of the falling snow. Freshly fallen snow absorbs sound. The air pockets between snowflakes actually trap soundwaves and lessen noise vibrations. Snowflakes form when the temperatures drop below freezing and water vapor condenses into ice, bypassing the liquid stage. The ice crystals form and fall to the ground as one-of-a-kind six-pointed snowflakes. I found this explanation of the formation of snowflakes from the Institution of Engineering and Technology: Snowflakes form when water vapor condenses on tiny ice nuclei in cold, supersaturated air. As the water vapor freezes, it arranges itself into a hexagonal lattice due to the hydrogen bonds between water molecules. The hexagon structure creates the six sides of a snowflake. As the snowflake grows, additional water molecules attach to the existing crystal lattice, forming intricate branches and patterns. Before the shovels or snow blowers come out when dawn is just awakening, it's nice to stand outside and experience a certain kind of peace you never feel except at this time in winter. You can also ponder the critters that came out at night, especially the squirrels and rabbits with their telltale tracks. Rabbits have hind feet that are much larger than their forefeet, and you can see that arrangement atop the snow and also the direction the rabbit was headed. You can also see the four pads on both their front and back feet. Though rabbits can be a nemesis in winter, nibbling on anything they can find including my recently planted American plum tree, I still enjoy seeing their tracks. I imagine them emerging into the new snow, bounding in the fluffy stuff, that's even softer than their fur. I love reading Sigurd Olson's description of the snowshoe hares or rabbits that come out to dance in winter in Minnesota. In his book, 'The Singing Wilderness,' he explains how the rabbits jump and romp on the soft snow beneath a glowing full moon, and if I close my eyes I can imagine I'm there watching with him. Snow especially benefits the creatures that live up north, for example the sharp-tailed grouse that burrow into white layers to stay warm in winter. Though the top surface of the ground may seem cold as ice, the soil beneath can still be warm enough for insects and reptiles to survive winter. I wonder how animals that have come to rely on snow have been adapting as the climate changes. Snow also can reflect sunlight into the atmosphere. Without snow, the ground absorbs much more of the sun's energy, leading to changes in the heating and cooling of the Earth. Snow seems to act as a natural air freshener. It feels clean outside after a newly fallen snow. As snow forms, it can latch onto pollutants in the atmosphere. As the snow falls, however, it begins to 'scrub' away some of the pollutants, and the longer it falls to the Earth, the cleaner the air around you seems. Maybe I'm more enamored with snow this winter because there has been so much less of it for the past several years in northern Illinois. I recall winters with several feet of snow on the ground, tromping up to my thighs to walk to my grandparent's house. I remember complaining because I couldn't make it to my father's birthday party. Snow had forced the closure of many roads, including tollways. This year, I've been complaining about the lack of snow. Snow is good for the environment and the wildlife. It slowly melts as winter turns into spring, adding moisture to the groundwater, lakes, rivers and wetlands, all of which provide important resources to humans and wildlife. It's also a source of water for animals, including black-capped chickadees that dip their tiny beaks into the snow to extract some moisture. I enjoy watching birds sitting atop a snow-laden branch and quenching their thirst. Though snow can cause hazardous conditions when driving, I am grateful for it when it falls, softly carving out some sorely needed calm and stillness.
