IIIT Delhi Director Resigns Over Foreign Funding MoU Row
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft. Details on funding, show-cause notice, and controversy inside.
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft. Details on funding, show-cause notice, and controversy inside.
Israel's tech sector shows remarkable resilience in 2025, securing $15.6 billion in funding. Discover how strategic investments and AI are driving growth despite geopolitical challenges.
BJP received over ₹6,000 crore in political donations in 2024-25, 12 times Congress' ₹522 crore. Electoral trusts dominate funding post-SC scrapping electoral bonds. Full donor list revealed.
After the electoral bond scheme was scrapped, BJP's donations via electoral trusts surged over four-fold to Rs 3,577.5 crore in 2024-25, capturing 83.6% of all trust funds. Explore the data.
The ruling TDP and ally Jana Sena in Andhra Pradesh received bulk funds from pharma, solar, and real estate firms in 2024-25, as per EC reports. TDP's donations dipped to Rs 83.03 crore. Explore the key donors and trends.
ISRO conducts critical parachute tests for Gaganyaan, political funding via trusts triples post-electoral bonds, and the legacy of India's first Atomic Energy Act. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Infosys ADR surged 40% in a low-liquidity session, hitting a 52-week high and forcing a NYSE trading halt. Analysts point to a possible short squeeze or data glitch. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.
Proposed changes to MGNREGS, now Viksit Bharat Rozgar Mission, could cost Telangana ₹1000-1500 crore yearly. State studies implications as Centre shifts to 60:40 cost-sharing. Read more.
The Trump administration appeals a court order restoring $2.7 billion in federal research funds to Harvard. The legal clash over alleged retaliation and free speech heads to the US Court of Appeals. Read the latest.
The Trump administration appeals a court ruling that found it illegally withheld $2B in research funds from Harvard. The case highlights a clash over university autonomy and federal power. Read the full story.
The Trump administration appeals a court order to restore $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Explore the legal battle's implications for university autonomy and federal oversight in India.
The Trump administration proposes sweeping rules to restrict puberty blockers, hormones, and surgeries for transgender youth, cutting off Medicaid and Medicare funding. Read the full details.
Indian tech startups raised $10.5B in 2025, a 17% YoY decline. However, IPO exits surged 17% and acquisitions rose, signaling a maturing, resilient ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
India's tech startup funding declined to $10.5 billion in 2025, down 17% YoY. Early-stage deals rose 7%, while seed and late-stage fell sharply. Discover key trends and sector insights.
BJP spokesperson alleges nearly 16,000 NGOs operate in Jammu & Kashmir, with many receiving foreign funds for terror activities. Calls for urgent government scrutiny.
Railway Ministry approves halt for Ferozepur-Delhi Vande Bharat Express at Barnala station after public demand. Key details and political efforts behind the decision.
MoEngage raises $180M more in Series F, total hits $280M. Funds to boost AI suite Merlin, expand in North America, Europe, and eye acquisitions. Read more.
The Trump administration cites national security to justify White House ballroom construction, bypassing standard reviews. Explore the legal and political implications of this unprecedented move.
India's startup funding landscape is shifting. A booming IPO market is making public listings more attractive than large private rounds, while activity surges in small to mid-sized deals. Get the full analysis.
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
Vice Chancellors of 17 Rajasthan state universities warn of imminent collapse of higher education standards due to severe financial crisis. Read about the alarming details and their plea for urgent government intervention.
A critical shortage of anaesthetists has brought surgeries to a standstill in Lahore's major hospitals, deepening Pakistan's healthcare crisis. Read about the causes and impact.
The Trump administration unveils a dramatic foreign policy reset, prioritizing peace with Russia and halting NATO expansion. Critics call it a win for Putin. Read the full analysis.
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications, including green cards, for citizens of 19 countries under the expanded travel ban. This follows a National Guard shooting incident, leading to heightened scrutiny for applicants.
BJP received Rs 757.6 crore from Tata's Progressive Electoral Trust in 2024-25, data shows. Explore how electoral trusts fund parties post-electoral bond ban.
Dhanbad MLA Raj Sinha postponed his indefinite strike after Municipal Commissioner Raviraj Sharma gave a written commitment to resume development works pending ACB clearance. Read the full story.
Unregulated bus stops on Bhubaneswar's NH-16 cause severe traffic & safety risks. A 2024 survey reveals shocking data. Experts demand urgent action. Read more.
BJP MLA Raj Sinha starts an indefinite sit-in protest, accusing Dhanbad Municipal Corporation of zero development work and financial mismanagement. Read the full story.
Karnataka's tech funding plunges 40% to $2.7B while Delhi-NCR grows 12% to $2.4B, signaling major shift in India's startup landscape. Discover the changing dynamics.