Harvard University has denied tenure to Durba Mitra, a prominent associate professor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGS). Mitra, whose scholarship includes two major books and leadership at the Schlesinger Library, had cleared Harvard’s departmental and Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) tenure review. Her denial, communicated in June 2025, left colleagues “flabbergasted” and…
When the winners of the 71st National Film Awards were announced, the limelight instantly turned to Shah Rukh Khan, who finally bagged his first-ever National Award in 33 years. This year’s winners list was pretty exciting and fans clearly would be excited to witness the ceremony. Here’s when, where and how you can watch it…
Classrooms have long relied on a fragile compact between students and teachers, built on honesty, curiosity, and the belief that learning is more than the pursuit of grades. That compact is now under strain. With generative AI entering the mainstream, assignments can be completed in seconds, and the relationship between effort and reward is rapidly…
Pawan Kalyan’s highly anticipated gangster drama, They Call Him OG, faces significant hurdles ahead of its release. Content delivery delays have led to show cancellations in major US cinema chains like AMC and impacted Canadian screenings, resulting in substantial losses. The Tamil version’s release is also postponed, adding to the film’s woes, which include previous…
After US, Canada sees teachers at risk over online comments about Charlie Kirk In the wake of the September 10 assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, educators across North America are encountering professional repercussions for their social media commentary. While the majority of these incidents have occurred in the United States, a notable case in…
NEW DELHI: Assam bids a tearful farewell to its beloved icon, legendary singer and composer Zubeen Garg, whose untimely passing has left the state in deep sorrow.His last rites and cremation are taking place at Kamarkuchi village in Sonapur with full state honours. The September 23 ceremonies offered a poignant farewell to the voice that…
Rishabh Shetty returns with the Kantara prequel, aiming to replicate the original’s unexpected success. Despite a decent start in advance bookings, the numbers are growing slowly, raising concerns about the opening. The trailer’s lukewarm reception adds to the uncertainty, with hopes now pinned on positive word-of-mouth. The film will face competition from Karan Johar’s Sunny…
For young Americans entering the workforce, the job hunt is becoming tougher than ever. Rising tariffs, tech layoffs, and cautious corporate spending are creating a perfect storm for recent graduates. Gary Cohn, former director of the National Economic Council under President Donald Trump, says these pressures are making companies tighten their belts—and that often means…
NEW DELHI: Kolkata came to a near standstill on Tuesday as very heavy overnight rainfall triggered widespread flooding, leaving streets submerged, cars stranded, and Durga Puja pandals inundated. Public transport was severely disrupted, trains and Metro services were suspended, and daily life across the city and its suburbs ground to a halt.Videos circulating online show…
Kusha Kapila’s 36th birthday bash sparked dating rumors with comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi, fueled by their candid photos together. The party, attended by other social media stars, featured fun activities and heartfelt wishes from Bassi. Kapila, who divorced in June 2023, has faced dating speculations and previously discussed societal challenges women encounter post-separation. Kusha Kapila,…
