The US government recently suspended multiple research grants at Princeton University from agencies like the Department of Energy, Nasa, and the Defence Department. The suspension is amidst investigations into anti-semitism at Princeton. The university is one of many facing federal scrutiny over these issues. Princeton assures cooperation and defence of academic freedom.
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A near-collision incident at LAX involving a Delta flight and Gonzaga men's basketball team's charter plane is under investigation by the FAA. An air traffic controller's urgent warning prevented the disaster. Delta claims no knowledge of the investigation, while cooperation continues. This event follows the tragic Jeju Air crash in South Korea, which resulted in 179 fatalities.
Conor McGregor plans a return to combat sports with a boxing exhibition against Logan Paul in India, scheduled for 2025. This event, linked to India's tourism campaign, will occur at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. McGregor could earn $250 million. However, complications arise due to his ongoing UFC contract requiring approval for non-UFC bouts.
Talks to resolve a border dispute between Pakistan and Afghanistan broke down after the Afghan delegation accused Pakistan of not taking negotiations seriously. The disagreement caused the suspension of cross-border trade and transit, with significant financial losses for both nations. Tensions escalated following an exchange of fire that injured eight people and damaged property.
Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel visits India to meet with Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar, focusing on bilateral cooperation in development support, trade, health, defence, and security. Maldives will reiterate its invitation for PM Modi to visit. Both nations aim to enhance maritime and security cooperation, as emphasized during President Mohamed Muizzu's previous visit to India.
Renowned Indian fashion designer Rohit Bal passed away at 63, leaving behind a legal dispute over his estate. The Delhi High Court has ordered a status quo on his assets following a plea from his close friend, Lalit Tehlan, who claims to be the primary beneficiary of Bal’s will.
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Shardul Thakur's brilliant 4-wicket haul and Nicholas Pooran's explosive 70 off 26 balls guided Lucknow Super Giants to a five-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2025. LSG chased down 191 runs with 23 balls to spare, asserting their dominance in the match. Kishan, SRH’s centurion from the previous game, was dismissed for a golden duck, putting the home side on the back foot.
Anurag Thakur criticized the Congress party following the ED's chargesheet in the National Herald case, alleging repeated corruption. He stated the party's unease indicates guilt, referencing historical scams. The ED's chargesheet against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi involves alleged proceeds of crime, while Congress dismisses the case as politically motivated, leading to protests.