Elite US universities face financial strain from new endowment tax law. (AI Image) A significant hike in the tax on university endowments is placing financial pressure on some of the wealthiest private research universities in the US. The new law, signed by President Donald Trump as part of a broader spending bill, introduces a tiered…
Gold prices are poised to extend gains in the coming week as macroeconomic uncertainty, trade tensions and central bank buying continue to fuel investor demand, analysts said.Traders will track a string of key economic data releases, including GDP figures from the UK and EU, and US Core PPI and Core CPI data. Speeches from US…
NEW DELHI: In a fresh escalation of tensions within the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Lok Sabha MP Kalyan Banerjee described fellow party leader Mahua Moitra as “below standard” and a “wasteful lady,” remarks likely to deepen their ongoing feud.Speaking to reporters, Kalyan said, “Mahua Moitra is not my subject matter that I need to talk about…
Emotions were palpable at the prayer meet for Shera’s father, attended by Bollywood figures offering condolences. Bobby Deol’s comforting embrace to Shera was captured in a touching video. Salman Khan, a long-time friend, also visited Shera to provide support during this difficult time. Shera had earlier shared a heartfelt tribute to his father on social…
Rajnath Singh(left), Donald Trump, Rahul Gandhi (Agencies) NEW DELHI: On Sunday defense minister Rajnath Singh mocked Trump over tariffs imposed by US in India, calling it his attempt to harm Indian economy. Meanwhile BJP attacked leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on Op Sindoor, even after clarifications from IAF chief. Four day orange…
NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday alleged “some people” had approached party supremo Uddhav Thackeray, first during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and then ahead of the Maharashtra assembly polls, and promised to ensure victory on “tricky seats.”These individuals, he claimed, were the same two unnamed persons who had allegedly approached…
Rekha’s style and glamour is one of a kind, and her special appearance in the film ‘Parineeta’ perfectly captured this timeless charm. The veteran actress, known for her grace and mystique, left a lasting mark with the song ‘Kaisi Paheli’. Sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and set against a retro jazz club backdrop, the song became…
Gautam Gambhir (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) When Gautam Gambhir took charge as India’s Test coach, there was optimism that his combative spirit as a player would translate into a winning formula for the team. But so far, the numbers reveal a rocky start, with more defeats than victories.Tough home beginningGambhir’s first challenge was the…
File photo: PM Modi (Picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for for “zero defect and zero effect” manufacturing for ‘Make in India‘, meaning flawless products with no environmental harm.Speaking at a public event in Bengaluru, PM Modi emphasised that India’s economy has climbed from 10th place to the top…
Supreme Court rules in Mahmoud v. Taylor on parental opt-out rights in U.S. schools. (AI Image) In a significant decision on education and religious rights, the US Supreme Court ruled in favour of parents in Mahmoud v. Taylor, a case involving the Montgomery County Public School District in Maryland. The case centred on whether parents…
