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Aurangzeb tomb row: Nagpur on edge amid violent clashes; oppn targets Maharashtra govt; top developments | India News

NEW DELHI: Violence broke out in Nagpur’s Hansapuri area as unidentified individuals vandalized shops, set vehicles on fire, and hurled stones, following an earlier clash in the Mahal area that had already escalated tensions in the city, according to reports.The unrest intensified after rumours circulated about the burning of a religious book, triggering widespread stone-pelting,…

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Lex Fridman: From MIT scientist to global podcast icon

Inside Lex Fridman’s rise: From MIT research to hosting powerful global conversations The recent release of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s podcast with renowned MIT scientist and AI researcher, Lex Fridman, garnered significant attention globally. During their 3-hour conversation, the two discussed a broad range of topics, including PM Modi’s childhood, his experiences in the Himalayas,…

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India’s 2nd spaceport in TN will see first SSLV launch in 2027: Isro chief; says Centre has given nod for Chandrayaan-5 | India News

NEW DELHI: Isro’s second spaceport outside Andhra Pradesh’s Sriharikota, which is coming up at Kulasekarapattinam coastal town in Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi district, will see its maiden launch of a small satellite launch vehicle (SSLV) or mini-PSLV within 24 months, space agency chairman V Narayanan said on Monday. The new spaceport will enhance India’s capabilities in…

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John Hopkins slashes more than 2,000 jobs as Trump administration’s $800 million cut in USAid funding

The past few days have been chaotic for universities across the US. In a significant development, Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore has announced the largest layoff in its history, cutting more than 2,200 jobs due to deep budget reductions by the Trump administration. As reported by USA Today, Johns Hopkins, the largest recipient of federal…

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‘Independence of CAG inbuilt’: Supreme Court on petition for new appointment method | India News

NEW DELHI: Supreme Court Monday sought govt’s response to a PIL seeking an “independent and transparent” procedure for appointment of CAG on the lines of the one the court had devised for CVC, but not before asking, “When Constitution provides for unbridled power to executive to appoint CAG, should we rewrite that provision?” “Constitution says…

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College Board digital revolution: 28 AP exams go online, boosting flexibility for Indian students starting May 2025

Digital AP Exams to Revolutionize Student Experience in India: A Step Toward Greater Accessibility and Flexibility. (Representative Image) Starting May 2025, the College Board, the organization behind the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) and AP (Advanced Placement) programs, will bring a transformative change to the educational landscape for Indian students. A total of 28 AP exams…

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US concerned about Bangladesh minorities, will defeat ‘Islamist terror’ globally: Tulsi Gabbard | India News

NEW DELHI: Visiting director of national intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said the US was concerned about the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh and the Trump admin was committed to defeating “Islamist terrorism” globally. She told NDTV World that PM Modi also took this threat seriously and added that the two leaders would work together to identify…

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Trump’s anti-DEI campaign sparks federal probes into over 50 universities for alleged racial discrimination

Trump’s anti-DEI push leads to federal probes into over 50 universities. (AP Photo) The US Department of Education has launched investigations into more than 50 universities across the country, examining whether their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs violate federal regulations. This move is part of the Trump administration‘s ongoing campaign to dismantle such initiatives,…

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