Jaishankar meets Qatar’s Amir in Doha; push to expand strategic ties

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Qatar’s Amir in Doha, reinforcing commitment to stronger bilateral ties and exploring new collaboration avenues. This follows Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit, which saw the launch of India’s UPI in Qatar, enhancing digital payment connectivity. Prime Minister Modi also previously reaffirmed strategic partnership commitments with the Amir, discussing…

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Harvard University lays off IT staff following funding challenges and endowment changes

Harvard University has laid off 38 information technology staff. This move is part of a wider cost-cutting initiative. Financial pressures from endowment taxes and reduced federal funding are impacting the university. Other schools like Engineering and Applied Sciences, Kennedy School, and Public Health have also seen staff reductions. These layoffs follow other cost-saving measures implemented…

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