University of Texas considers Trump compact despite concerns over academic freedom, tuition freeze, and gender definition rules

University of Texas reviews Trump Compact for Excellence despite academic freedom concerns. (Getty Images) The University of Texas (UT) is reportedly in discussions with the Trump administration over a proposed funding agreement that could provide the university with substantial federal support. The compact, referred to by the White House as the “Compact for Excellence in…

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‘Every inch within BrahMos range’: Rajnath warns Pakistan, says Operation Sindoor was ‘just a trailer’ | India News

NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday warned Pakistan that every inch of its territory is now within the range of India’s BrahMos missiles, calling Operation Sindoor “just a trailer” of India’s capabilities. The operation showed that victory has become a habit for India, he added.Singh, along with Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath,…

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Will ‘Dude’ face action? Pradeep Ranganathan’s kiss scene with dog in third single sparks social buzz | Tamil Movie News

‘Dude’, written and directed by debutant director Keerthiswaran, is slated to hit big screens this Diwali on October 17. It stars director and actor Pradeep Ranganathan as the lead. Mamita Baiju plays the female lead, and young composer Sai Abhayankar has composed the music. The film also stars Sarathkumar, Rohini, and others in important roles.The…

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‘Our cricket is in a pathetic state’: Former Pakistan player drops bombshell ahead of India clash | Cricket News

Pakistani players celebrates the dismissal of UAE captain Mumahhad Waseem (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria sharply criticized the national cricket team and its management following their poor performance against India in the Asia Cup match, where Team India skipped the traditional post-match handshake with Pakistan players. Kaneria accused Pakistani officials of deflecting…

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‘Any misadventure …’: Rajnath Singh flags Pakistan military build-up in Sir Creek; warns of ‘decisive response’ | India News

Rajnath Singh (File Photo) NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday raised concerns over Sir Creek and blamed Pakistan’s intentions for stalled dialogue, even 78 years after independence.The Sir Creek dispute is a long-standing boundary issue between India and Pakistan in the Rann of Kutch region, where the creek meets the Arabian Sea.“Even after…

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Ranji Trophy: Rinku Singh surpasses Rahul Dravid and Yashasvi Jaiswal, hits career best unbeaten 165 | Cricket News

Rinku Singh helped his side secure three crucial points in the Ranji Trophy (Image via X/@KnightsVibe) Rinku Singh’s brilliant 165 rescued Uttar Pradesh from a difficult position and guided them to a first-innings lead against Andhra in their Ranji Trophy 2025/26 opener at Green Park, Kanpur. The match eventually ended in a draw, but Rinku’s…

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