Wednesday, February 4, 2026

TSMC fabricated seven chips, including 12nm under DLI

Seven chip designs made by startups under the design-linked incentive (DLI) scheme for semiconductors have been successfully fabricated, including advanced nodes such as 12 nanometres (nm) by global majors like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, the government told the Lok Sabha Wednesday.

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Trump signs $79B education funding bill for FY 2026: What it means for schools, grants and federal oversight

President Trump has signed a $79bn education funding bill for FY 2026, providing modest growth and ending months of uncertainty for schools, teachers, and families. The law ensures on-time formula grants, maintains Education Department staffing, and preserves key programmes like the 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Advocates praise the stability for vulnerable students and afterschool initiatives, while requiring federal agencies to report on interagency agreements. The legislation prioritises continuity, oversight, and predictability for K–12 and higher education institutions nationwide.

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H-1B uncertainty reshapes careers: Here’s why international talent is rethinking rural America

H-1B visa uncertainty is reshaping career decisions for international students and professionals, with rural America feeling the sharpest effects. As fees rise to $100,000 and immigration rules tighten, hospitals that rely heavily on foreign-trained doctors face growing recruitment risks. Experts warn that fewer international graduates may apply for US roles, potentially deepening rural healthcare shortages and accelerating financial strain across already vulnerable health systems.

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Reading scores are falling in the US: Why boys are losing ground faster than girls in class

US boys are falling behind girls in reading at an alarming rate, with the gap widening significantly by high school. This trend, exacerbated by declining overall reading scores, impacts future educational and economic prospects. Experts suggest a combination of biological and environmental factors contribute, but targeted interventions and cultural shifts could reverse this concerning pattern.

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Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Disagreement over economics behind latest Peak XV exits: Shailendra Singh

The three senior-level departures of Ashish Agrawal, Ishaan Mittal, and Tejeshwi Sharma at Peak XV Partners have come against the backdrop of disagreements over economics and payouts, the venture capital (VC) firm’s managing director Shailendra Singh told ET in an interaction.

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Apple sets up first Education Hub in India in Bengaluru

Apple has set up an education hub in Bengaluru – its first in India and fourth globally – to offer skill-building and training programmes as well as its suite of development courses to its suppliers’ employees.

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US H-1B visa cap 2027 shifts to wage weighted selection: What you need to know and who benefits most

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services will open registration for the 2027 US H-1B visa cap with a new wage weighted selection model. Employers must register beneficiaries online, pay a $215 fee, and await selection results by March 31. Higher wage roles will receive greater selection weight, reducing odds for Wage Level I submissions. The statutory cap remains unchanged, while fees and employer behaviour may influence final outcomes under updated Department of Homeland Security rules.

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