Duke in the crosshairs: Trump’s federal probe sparks a reckoning over race and academic power

The Trump administration has launched a federal civil rights probe into Duke University, alleging the Duke Law Journal used race and ethnicity in selecting its editors. This marks a broader offensive against campus diversity efforts, intensifying scrutiny on elite institutions and raising critical questions about academic freedom, affirmative action, and the future of equity in…

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UAE education reform 2025-26: Schools to roll-out diagnostic assessments and new evaluation methods

UAE schools are embracing a smarter academic year with new diagnostic assessments to pinpoint student strengths and weaknesses early. This Ministry of Education initiative, starting in 2025-26, aims to close learning gaps proactively, enabling teachers to tailor lessons and provide timely support. The move signifies a shift towards formative evaluation for deeper learning.

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America’s largest defence technology company is offering internship and why CEO Alex Karp calling it is an alternative to college degree

Palantir is launching a fellowship for recent high school graduates, positioning it as a direct alternative to traditional college. This program aims to cultivate talent by focusing on practical skills and building, challenging the conventional educational path. Participants engage in readings, debates, and guest lectures before taking on full-time roles, with some fellows already receiving…

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Gujarat govt to provide infrastructure aid to grant-in-aid schools under Mission School of Excellence 2.0

The Gujarat government has launched Mission School of Excellence 2.0 to provide infrastructure assistance to grant-in-aid secondary and higher secondary schools. Eligible institutions will receive one-time aid of Rs 10 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore on an 80:20 cost-sharing basis. The scheme, aligned with NEP 2020, aims to strengthen school infrastructure and boost enrolment, especially…

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RCB, Karnataka cricket body to face action for stampede

The Karnataka government has decided to pursue legal action based on a report indicting RCB, KSCA, and DNA Entertainment Networks for a fatal stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium. DNA Entertainment has challenged the report, citing procedural lapses and arguing against liability for crowd management outside the venue. The D’Cunha commission has identified several individuals from these…

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Justin Trudeau had been ‘pursuing’ Katy Perry since July; source reveals he ‘even flew to California’ as yacht pictures go viral

Pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s romance has reportedly been developing for months, with Trudeau actively pursuing Perry since their July meeting. Recent yacht photos off Santa Barbara captured the pair sharing affectionate moments, fueling widespread speculation about their relationship.

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Whose gold is it? Tax dept seizes wife’s Rs 1.65 crore jewellery; husband challenges notice in ITAT and wins – explained

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal ruled in favor of a taxpayer, stating that gold jewelry seized during a search could not be treated as unexplained investment in his hands. The Tribunal noted that the same assets were already declared and accepted in his wife’s tax assessment, making a separate addition legally baseless.

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