Federal judge blocks Trump’s move to bar international students from Harvard in major US education ruling – Times of India

Federal judge blocks Trump’s move to bar international students from Harvard in major US education ruling – Times of India

US court halts Trump’s visa crackdown on Harvard’s international students A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to prevent Harvard University from enrolling international students, marking a significant moment in the ongoing legal standoff between one of the world’s most prestigious universities and the current US administration. The ruling,…

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Federal lawsuit threatens in-state tuition access for undocumented students in Kentucky – Times of India

Federal lawsuit threatens in-state tuition access for undocumented students in Kentucky – Times of India

Federal lawsuit threatens in-state tuition access for undocumented students in Kentucky Undocumented students in Kentucky may soon face a major barrier to higher education, as a new federal lawsuit challenges their eligibility for in-state tuition. The U.S. Department of Justice, under the Trump administration, has filed a suit arguing that Kentucky’s current policy—allowing undocumented students…

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Federal judge slams Trump-era grant cancellations, citing racial bias and abuse of power – Times of India

Federal judge slams Trump-era grant cancellations, citing racial bias and abuse of power – Times of India

Washington, June 17 (IANS) A federal judge in US city of Boston ruled that the Trump’s administration’s decision to terminate funding for diversity-related research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) was illegal, accusing the administration of discriminating against minority groups. A dramatic federal courtroom scene has reignited a national reckoning over science, equity, and…

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Federal rollback of desegregation orders sparks alarming resegregation in southern schools – Times of India

Federal rollback of desegregation orders sparks alarming resegregation in southern schools – Times of India

In the heart of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, two schools sit just miles apart, yet they represent vastly different realities. One, visibly aging and surrounded by fencing, predominantly serves Black students. The other, with polished facilities and recent upgrades, caters mostly to white students. This contrast isn’t incidental, it’s a window into how deeply inequality remains…

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Federal Reserve may consider rate cuts in 2025 amid uncertainty over Trump’s tariffs: Governor Waller – Times of India

Federal Reserve may consider rate cuts in 2025 amid uncertainty over Trump’s tariffs: Governor Waller – Times of India

US Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller hinted on Monday that interest rate cuts could still be on the table in the coming months, even amid potential inflationary pressures from newly introduced tariffs.Speaking at an event in Seoul, South Korea, Waller said, “I support looking through any tariff effects on near term-inflation when setting the policy…

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Federal judge blocks Trump administration’s attempt to ban Harvard’s international students: What it means for students – Times of India

Federal judge blocks Trump administration’s attempt to ban Harvard’s international students: What it means for students – Times of India

Federal judge blocks Trump administration’s attempt to ban Harvard’s international students In a significant legal decision with national implications, US District Judge Allison D. Burroughs has extended an order that blocks the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s certification to host international students. This ruling preserves the university’s ability to enrol foreign nationals and provides…

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Linda McMahon urges colleges to align with Trump administration to maintain federal funding – Times of India

Linda McMahon urges colleges to align with Trump administration to maintain federal funding – Times of India

Linda McMahon urges colleges to align with Trump administration for federal funding. (Getty Images) In a recent interview on CNBC, Education Secretary Linda McMahon made a stark statement, urging US colleges and universities to align with the Trump administration’s policies in order to secure continued federal funding for research and other programs. McMahon’s comments come…

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