Columbia reports major foreign funding of $1.2 billion Columbia University is among the top 10 US universities receiving foreign funding, with total disclosures reaching $1.2 billion as of January 31, 2025. The figures come from a new data dashboard released by the US Department of Education on January 2. According to reporting by The Columbia…
Actor-director R. Parthiban has applied for a no-caste, no-religion certificate. This follows controversy after his speech at the ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ event. Parthiban stated the backlash deeply affected him. He explained a slip of tongue caused the issue. He has taken legal steps to remove caste and religion from his identity. Actor-director R. Parthiban has…
In an exclusive interview to TOI’s Sachin Parashar, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake speaks about the significance of the AI Impact Summit, backs India’s legitimate security interests in the Indian Ocean and says Sri Lanka would like to resume ETCA talks in a progressive and transparent manner. You are visiting India at PM Narendra…
The United States has imposed a preliminary anti-dumping duty of 123.04% on solar cells and modules imported from India, a move that could further restrict shipments to a key export market, though its immediate impact may be limited as companies have diversified.The US department of commerce said it had found “critical circumstances” in its investigation…
CRPF Constable recruitment 2026 CRPF Constable recruitment 2026: The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has started the registration process for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) recruitment 2026. Candidates who wish to apply can submit their applications through the official CRPF recruitment website from today, April 20, 2026.A total of 9,195 vacancies have been announced…
India has purchased around 30 million barrels of unsold Russian crude after the United States issued a 30-day waiver allowing the country to buy shipments already stranded at sea, Bloomberg reported citing sources.According to the report, Indian refiners moved quickly to secure the available cargoes, many of which were already positioned in Asian waters, offering…
Kaloor is a prime example of a developed area in Kochi, characterized by convenience and livability. Situated close to the city centre, Kaloor ensures great connectivity to all transportation and business hubs. The existence of educational institutions, hospitals, and entertainment venues adds value to the area. The real estate industry in Kochi keeps growing, backed…
New Delhi: A court can reject anticipatory bail of an accused but it has no jurisdiction to direct him to surrender before the trial court, Supreme Court has said. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and Ujjal Bhuyan made the observation while hearing a plea filed by a man accused of cheating and forgery….
Victoria Mboko of Canada serves against Clara Tauson of Denmark in the Women’s Singles Third Round during day six of the 2026 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 23, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo/Getty Images) In just 12 months, Victoria Mboko has come a long way.The Canadian, one of five teenagers to reach the…
It is about karma and dharma. Subrata Thakur is far more at ease when asked about the principles of the Matua community and how its history evolved from the days of Harichand Thakur and Guruchand Thakur.Subrata, grandson of P R Thakur and Matua matriarch Baroma Binapani Devi, explains how his family prioritised not only social…
