BENGALURU: In the gold-smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, CBI has left the “accused” column blank in the FIR filed on Thursday, causing ripples in political and bureaucratic circles. The omission gives the agency the flexibility to summon any individual, especially as Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) strongly suspects the involvement of a syndicate…
The CBSE Class 12 Biology exam, scheduled for March 25, 2025, is a crucial milestone for students aiming to secure high marks and build a strong foundation for future academic pursuits, especially in the medical and life sciences fields. The subject requires not just rote memorization but a clear conceptual understanding, precise answer writing, and…
SRINAGAR: By the time medical students in J&K complete their theses, they have presumably diagnosed diseases, prescribed treatments, and memorised the human anatomy down to the last nerve. Yet, when it comes to writing a few heartfelt lines in the acknowledgments section, originality seems to flatline.A recent study conducted by SKIMS Medical College in Srinagar…
The Trump administration has been resolute in its bid to axe the Department of Education since taking office. At times labeling it a “con job” and at others holding it accountable for the dwindling academic standards—even in innovation hubs like Silicon Valley—Trump has repeatedly signaled his intent to dismantle the department. With the recent decision…
J&K chief minister Omar Abdullah (PTI Photo) SRINAGAR: Stressing his plan to transform Srinagar into a major tourist hub, Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah on Thursday said his govt will promote religious tourism in the capital city and explore lesser-known destinations along the border for tourism development.“Our focus remains on strengthening tourism infrastructure, enhancing…
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,”…
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,…
CHANDIGARH: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab leader Neel Garg questioned Punjab Congress leaders for holding party meetings in Delhi under the supervision of Bhupesh Baghel, Chhattisgarh’s former chief minister. He said it was in response to Congress leaders’ frequent jibes at the AAP, accusing it of being Delhi-centric, while they themselves rely on Delhi for…
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…