Indian academia in times of genocide

Indian academia in times of genocide

In August, as part of a group of 500 scientists and academics, we petitioned the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) regarding Israel’s participation. The IOAA, held in Mumbai from 11-21 August with 63 countries participating, is one of the major science Olympiads designed to identify talented high-school students. The Olympiads are a matter … Read more

Netanyahu survives opposition bid to dissolve parliament

Netanyahu survives opposition bid to dissolve parliament

Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s coalition survived an opposition-backed effort to dissolve parliament on Thursday, as lawmakers rejected a bill that could have paved the way for snap elections. Out of the Knesset’s 120 members, 61 voted against the proposal, with 53 in favour. The opposition had introduced the bill hoping to force elections … Read more