Citizen-led cleanup initiative turns 1, team to expand horizon

Guwahati’s public spaces are getting a makeover thanks to a citizen-led initiative celebrating its first anniversary. Over the past year, volunteers have conducted 51 clean-up drives, removing 1,500 kilos of waste and installing eco-friendly bins. The group also fosters environmental literacy through ‘tree tales’ and themed walks, aiming to connect urban dwellers with local biodiversity…

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Public money, private rules, no accountability? Rufo challenges MIT’s rejection of reform compact

Conservative activist Christopher Rufo has criticised MIT for rejecting the Trump administration’s “Compact for Academic Excellence,” arguing taxpayer funding requires accountability. MIT’s President Sally Kornbluth defended the institute’s merit-based admissions and academic freedom, opposing restrictions on expression and funding tied to political compliance. The dispute highlights rising tensions over federal oversight, academic independence, and the…

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UP CM assures of all possible support for preservation of rare manuscripts

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Sampurnanand Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya for the third time to assess the progress of manuscript preservation under the National Mission. He emphasized the importance of protecting India’s cultural heritage and pledged Uttar Pradesh government’s full support. The CM also reviewed the Saraswati Bhavan Library’s progress and honored athletes, urging citizens to embrace…

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32 years of ‘Baazigar’: Kajol gets nostalgic, SRK-Kajol magic remembered, fans relive the 90s classic!

Kajol celebrated 32 years of the iconic film ‘Baazigar’, a thriller that redefined Hindi cinema. The Abbas-Mustan directorial, also starring Shah Rukh Khan and Shilpa Shetty, featured SRK as a groundbreaking anti-hero. Its suspenseful plot, memorable music, and the burgeoning chemistry between SRK and Kajol cemented its status as a commercial success and a pivotal…

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