A new flashpoint has emerged in the ongoing battle over fairness and accountability in American higher education, with Harvard University once again under the federal microscope. The US Department of Education has launched two separate civil rights investigations, sharpening scrutiny on the university’s admissions practices and its handling of campus antisemitism.The action, initiated by the…
Representational file photo As the Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) prepares to declare the Class 10 and Class 12 results on April 25, a look at the past three years shows a steady improvement in student performance across both levels.In 2025, Class 10 students recorded a pass percentage of 90.77 per cent, with 99,725…
Water, a vital yet often overlooked nutrient, is crucial for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation, and waste removal. While 2-3 liters daily is recommended, individual needs vary. Alternatives like infused water and hydrating foods offer flavour and health benefits, surpassing sugary drinks and caffeinated beverages for optimal hydration and well-being. Water is one of the…
Petrol and diesel prices across India have been revised upward after oil marketing companies announced a fresh hike of around Rs 3 per litre amid continued pressure from elevated global crude oil prices linked to the West Asia crisis and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz.According to the latest revised rates, petrol prices have crossed…
Visakhapatnam: GITAM Deemed to be University School of Science is inviting applications for its undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs for the 2026 academic year. The university is conducting all India level GITAM Admission Test (GAT-2026) to admit the students in Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad and Bengaluru campuses. Speaking to media on Monday, School of Science dean Prof…
If you are in a relationship, then have you ever felt that shock after noticing your partner liked a particularly “weird and inappropriate” photo on Instagram? Or maybe you’ve caught yourself lingering a second too long on a flirty exchange with a stranger, only to wonder, “Wait, did I just cross a line?” or cheat…
File Pic: Sri Lanka players (AP Photo) Sri Lanka’s cricket administration was plunged into fresh uncertainty on Tuesday after the executive committee of Sri Lanka Cricket stepped down following government pressure to make way for a new leadership structure.According to officials, SLC president Shammi Silva convened a special meeting to announce the resignation of the…