USDA restores critical funding to University of Maine after Title IX review In a significant turn of events, the Trump administration has restored all USDA funding to the University of Maine System. The decision came after a period of uncertainty when federal funding had been frozen due to an investigation into the university’s handling of…
J&K chief minister Omar Abdullah (File photo) SRINAGAR: A Gulmarg hotel where models from a recent controversial fashion show stayed is owned by his relatives, J&K CM Omar Abdullah acknowledged Thursday amid growing political backlash over the event that took place during Ramzan.“Yes, my relatives have two hotels in Gulmarg, Nedous Hotel and Highland Park,”…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has hailed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for delivering match-winning performances in the ICC Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup finals respectively, despite their underwhelming form earlier in the tournament. Speaking on Cricbuzz, Karthik praised the veteran duo for their ability…
Gov. Lamont proposes $300 million plan for free preschool in Connecticut. (Getty Images) Governor Ned Lamont announced a bold initiative on March 12, 2025, to provide free preschool education for families earning less than $100,000 per year in Connecticut. The governor introduced a $300 million funding plan aimed at addressing the state’s ongoing childcare crisis,…
Ambulances outside the New Delhi railway station after stampede. (PTI file photo) NEW DELHI: Nearly a month after a stampede that had killed at least 18 people at the New Delhi railway station, the government told Lok Sabha on Wednesday that 49,000 general or unreserved tickets were sold at the New Delhi railway station counter…
Lakshya Sen. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen delivered a sensational performance to defeat world No. 2 Jonatan Christie of Indonesia in straight games, securing a spot in the men’s singles quarterfinals of the All England Championships in Birmingham on Thursday.The Indian shuttler needed just 36 minutes to dismantle the…
Legal challenge filed to block Trump’s plan to cut 1,300 jobs at Education Department. (The New York Times) In a dramatic move, a coalition of Democratic-led states has filed a lawsuit to prevent President Donald Trump’s administration from following through on its controversial plans to dismantle the US Department of Education. The states argue that…
Imphal/Churachandpur: The Kuki-Zo Council in Manipur on Thursday lifted the indefinite shutdown in the hill areas imposed since March 9 midnight, but remains firm in opposing the free movement announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the council said in a statement.“While the shutdown has been lifted from Thursday evening, it is imperative to clarify…
MUMBAI: IndusInd Bank’s shares recovered some losses (up 4%) on Wednesday after plunging nearly 27% on Tuesday. Market players said concerns eased after reports said the promoter had finalised funds for acquiring Reliance Capital. Concern ease This eased fears that the promoters would face margin calls on pledged shares. Statements from the CEO, indicating the…
England batter Harry Brook faces a two-season ban from the Indian Premier League after withdrawing from the 2025 edition at the last minute. This marks his second consecutive season of withdrawal from the tournament.As per a PTI report, BCCI official confirmed the implementation of an existing rule, stating the ban would cover the 2025 and…
