With federal funds gone, US states turn to trusts to sustain early education and child care systems

US states turn to trusts to sustain early education and child care systems The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how essential child care is to the functioning of families, communities, and economies. During the crisis, US states relied heavily on federal funding through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to keep early childhood systems running. These temporary…

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Jodhpur RIFF returns, turning Mehrangarh Fort into a global stage for folk music | India News

If the frenzy of hopping between gigs headlined by Coldplay or Diljit Dosanjh has left you drained, picture instead a festival that blends ancient music forms with contemporary influences, bringing together performances where genres flow together: from Rajasthani folk with classical jazz to beats of electronica and African percussion, with room for even reggae, Celtic…

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Delhi Red Fort blast probe: Al-Falah’s ‘Madam Surgeon’ Shaheen Shahid, Muzammil Shakeel among 4 doctors arrested by NIA | Lucknow News

LUCKNOW: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested four more prime accused in the November 10 Red Fort blast case — including a Lucknow-based woman doctor and a Saharanpur-origin medical practitioner — taking the total number of arrests to six. Those arrested have been identified as Dr Muzammil Shakeel Ganai of Pulwama, Dr Adeel…

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Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, Asia Cup 2025 Live Score: Bangladesh open campaign against struggling Hong Kong

Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, Asia Cup 2025 Live Score: Bangladesh open their Asia Cup campaign against Hong Kong today at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, looking for a commanding start against opponents still recovering from a 94-run defeat to Afghanistan in the tournament opener. With only two Hong Kong batters reaching double figures and their bowlers…

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RBI eases rules tying cos to lending banks

Businesses can now open current and overdraft accounts with more banks as the RBI has raised the loan threshold for restrictions to Rs 10 crore. This move offers greater flexibility, allowing companies to manage payments and collections across a wider banking network. The revised framework, effective April 1, 2026, aims to reduce dependence on single…

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