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Harvard slams Trump administration Harvard University on Tuesday condemned the Trump administration’s decision to freeze billions of dollars in federal research funding, calling it an act of “illegal government overreach” and retaliation for the university’s recent lawsuit against the federal government.In an official statement posted on its website, Harvard said the move threatens to undermine … Read more

The Trump administration has announced that Harvard University will be barred from receiving any new federal research grants until it complies with a set of demands laid out by the White House. The move escalates a months-long standoff between the administration and the Ivy League institution, amid accusations that Harvard has failed in its responsibilities … Read more

Defence minister Rajnath Singh with his Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani during the latter’s ceremonial reception, at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. NEW DELHI: Pakistan is continuing with its state policy of fuelling cross-border terrorism through state and non-state proxies, and attacks like Pahalgam destabilise and jeopardise regional peace and security, defence minister Rajnath Singh … Read more

Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Siraj. (Screengrabs) Team India captain Rohit Sharma on Monday presented the T20 World Cup winning ring Mohammed Siraj ahead of Mumbai Indians clash against Gujarat Titans at the Wankhede Stadium. Siraj had missed the ceremony held earlier this year during the BCCI’s Naman Awards.“This is for Mohammad Siraj,” Rohit Sharma said … Read more

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been cleared to return to cricket after completing a substance abuse treatment program. He tested positive for a recreational drug during the SA20 competition in January 2023 and served a one-month suspension following the discovery in April.The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) confirmed that Rabada was … Read more

Team India celebrates with the trophy after beating New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final. (PTI Photo) India continue to assert their dominance in the limited-overs formats, retaining the No. 1 spot in both ODIs and T20Is in the latest ICC Men’s Team Rankings released on Monday. However, their supremacy does not extend to … Read more

NEW DELHI: Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai defended his “toy Rafale” jibe at the Centre, stating his intent was to urge defence minister Rajnath Singh to take decisive action against terrorism after Pahalgam terror attack which claimed 26 lives.The clarification came after BJP leaders strongly criticised Rai for allegedly undermining military morale.“It is time … Read more

India’s economy remains largely unaffected by the reduced Pakistani imports. (AI image) India’s import ban on Pakistan: In a major economic retaliation following the Pahalgam attack, the Narendra Modi government has implemented sweeping restrictions, prohibiting all imports from Pakistan, whether direct or through intermediary nations, along with postal services and parcel deliveries from the neighbouring … Read more

Gold prices have declined from peak levels, dropping by Rs 2,754/10 grams on MCX. (AI image) Gold rate today: At MCX, Gold June futures contracts opened at Rs 93,271/10 grams, showing an increase of 0.68% or Rs 634. Meanwhile, silver July futures contracts began trading steady at Rs 94,145/kg, reflecting a modest rise of Rs … Read more

Gold rate today: Focus this week shifts to Services PMI data from major economies and Fed policy meeting. (AI image) Gold price prediction: What’s the outlook for gold prices in the week starting May 5, 2025? After touching record highs recently, gold has seen dips in recent days. What are the global cues that investors … Read more