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US’ Department of War orders 30 universities to review foreign academic, financial tiesWashington DC [US]: The US Department of War has issued formal notifications to 30 domestic academic institutions, directing them to immediately conduct comprehensive reviews of their academic, financial and research collaborations with foreign entities of concern.According to the Department, the notifications cover active institutional ties and collaborations with foreign entities identified under Section 1286 of the Fiscal Year 2019 National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA), as well as organisations associated with rebranded Confucius Institutes.The action, led by the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering,…

Parmish Verma slams online trolls and says it is manhood to respect his ex-wife and the woman in his life today.(Image Credit: Instagram) Punjabi singer Parmish Verma has been ruling social media for quite some time now. Usually that happens because of his music, a virtual home tour or his upcoming projects. However, this time, things are a tad different. He was all over the internet for his rumoured relationship with Harman Brar and for allegedly cheating on his wife Geet Grewal. He was receiving heavy criticism for his posts with Harman, and finally, the ‘Gal Ni Kadni’ artist, Parmish…

30% productivity boost could power 35% of future manufacturing India’s manufacturing sector could get nearly 35 per cent of its future output simply by getting its workforce 30 per cent more productive.The finding comes from KPMG’s analysis of more than 130 large Indian manufacturing companies over 10 years. It found that companies which improved productivity faster than their peers also saw stronger growth in profits and market value.Their net profits grew by around 10-11 per cent annually, compared with about 7 per cent for companies with average productivity.The difference was even wider in market value. Companies leading in productivity recorded…

Dozens of people dressed in black and wearing balaclavas have blocked the road at the port of Dover in Kent, forcing closures in both directions.Kent police said they were aware of the protest, which the Port of Dover described as a “public order incident”. Officers were in attendance and engaging with protesters, they said.The behaviour of the participants and the travel disruption they have caused has been condemned by the government. Traffic in and out of the port on the A20 has been stopped, causing delays of up to 30 minutes and four miles of congestion, according to National Highways.Videos…

The strongest interest from Indian students going to France has been concentrated in business and management (Photo: Collège de France). Choosing Continental Europe for higher education is no longer just an emerging trend—it represents a fundamental shift in the Indian study abroad market. Driven by tightening visa regulations and immigration pushback in traditional destinations like the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, Indian families are looking beyond the ‘Big Four’.But instead of treating the region as a monolith, Indian students are carefully evaluating European destinations city by city. While tuition costs, housing, language barriers, and post-study work rights heavily influence these…

The Mizoram-Tripura talks are expected to be held at the secretary level Aizawl: Official-level talks between Mizoram and Assam to resolve their long-standing border dispute are likely to be held in Aizawl in October, state home minister K Sapdanga said on Saturday.The talks, delayed for more than a year, will follow a proposed meeting between Mizoram and Tripura officials in Agartala in Sept.“Our officials will first hold talks with Tripura state government officials at Agartala during Sept,” Sapdanga told TOI.The Mizoram-Tripura talks are expected to be held at the secretary level. Tripura has suggested dates between September 7 and 17,…

In the late 1920s, mule deer were brought to California’s Santa Catalina Island, but years later they have grown into an ecological problem that no one is able to contain. Twenty-two animals were brought to the island between 1928 and 1933 and by 1947, the population was about 2,500. Originally native to mainland Southern California, the deer had been introduced as game animals and with no established population of large predators on Catalina the introduced herd expanded rapidly, threatening the native plants. Now, according to a report by the New York Post, nearly all of the 2,000 mule deer are…

Colonies of Laurinque elenya. Image Credit: ROV SuBastian Scientists exploring deep-sea mountains beneath the Pacific Ocean off Costa Rica have discovered a striking ‘golden coral’ so different from known species that researchers created an entirely new family to classify it. The bright yellow, tree-like coral was found between 360 and 529 metres below the surface, growing on rocky outcrops covered with brittle stars. According to a study published in ‘ZooKeys,’ its physical features and genetic makeup made its position in the coral family tree difficult to establish. The researchers examined hundreds of genes to solve the mystery and confirmed that…

Gemini Weekly Horoscope (06.09.26 to 12.09.26)General:The week opens on a warm note, Gemini, with family energy around you like a courtyard filled with evening lamps. Early in the week, you may find yourself at a small celebration, a relative’s gathering, or simply enjoying better understanding at home. Your words carry sweetness now, and people listen. Even those who were distant recently may soften when you speak plainly and kindly. There is also a quiet sense of relief around money at the start, which helps you stay calmer than usual. You may even cancel a shopping plan and choose the comfort…

Swiggy menu leaves the internet wondering what will actually be delivered A food delivery menu has sparked an unexpected discussion online after one of its customization choices left a customer wondering what would actually arrive at the doorstep.The menu featured Aloo Pyaaz Ka Parantha with options including Jain, Less Spicy, Swaminarayan, and More Spicy. Pratik Panda shared a screenshot of the listing and raised the question that caught people’s attention:“Genuinely curious as to what will be delivered if I select this option while ordering from Swiggy.”The comments that followed ranged from possible ingredient substitutions to personal experiences and jokes about…