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US central bank under scrutiny as Donald Trump criticizes Powell; Jackson Hole braces for high-stakes speech, why Fed independence matters – Times of India

The battle over the independence of the US Federal Reserve has intensified, with President Donald Trump openly calling for the resignation of a governor, threatening to fire Chair Jerome Powell, and repeatedly pressuring the central bank to cut interest rates. The escalating confrontation has revived a long-running debate over why the Fed has historically been…

Trump admin tightens scrutiny of ‘good moral character’ for US citizenship

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Donald Trump’s administration has unveiled a new directive that will tighten scrutiny of legal immigrants applying for American citizenship. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which administers the country’s legal immigration system, issued new guidance on Friday. The USCIS ordered officers to consider additional factors while reviewing applicants’ “good moral character,” a long-standing requirement…

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Duke University under federal scrutiny for alleged discriminatory practices

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The US Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Duke University and its law journal over allegations the school used race and ethnicity as factors in selecting journal members. “This investigation is based on recent reporting alleging that Duke University discriminates on the bases of race, color, and/or national origin by using…

Trump jabs Obama with OJ Simpson meme amid renewed scrutiny of 2016 Russia probe

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US President Donald Trump has once again taken a dig at former President Barack Obama, this time through a meme mimicking the infamous 1994 OJ Simpson police chase. Shared first by Donald Trump Jr. and then reposted by Trump himself, the doctored image portrays Obama as a fugitive riding in a white Ford Bronco, with…

Explained: What is the J-1 visa and why is Harvard’s use of it under scrutiny? – Times of India

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Trump opens new investigation into Harvard’s use of international visa programs. The J-1 visa, once a symbol of educational exchange and soft diplomacy — is now at the center of a growing political battle between the US government and one of its most prestigious universities. As the State Department launches an investigation into Harvard’s compliance…

Why did you hide Reddit account? Indian student faces US visa scrutiny

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When a student from Maharashtra applying for a US F-1 visa walked in for her interview, she didn’t expect her Reddit activity to come under scrutiny. She listed all other social media accounts, barring Reddit, where users mostly post anonymously. The student, who is facing visa scrutiny for not sharing her Reddit account, shared her…

Air India plane crash: What are the fuel control switches under scrutiny? What they do and why they matter – Times of India

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Air India plane crash: The preliminary report on the Air India Flight AI171 crash has found that both engines of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner lost power just three seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad due to a brief but sudden cutoff in fuel supply. The unexpected engine shutdown led to the accident that killed 260 people,…

Boeing Dreamliner safety under scrutiny after fuel switch incident in Air India crash

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The safety of Boeing Dreamliners is under intense scrutiny following a fuel switch incident that caused a sudden loss of engine power. The preliminary report suggests the fuel switches moved from ‘run’ to ‘cut off’ position, leading to an emergency situation. This incident has raised questions about the safety protocols and the need for immediate…

Accreditation politics hit elite US campuses: Harvard joins Columbia under federal scrutiny – Times of India

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US federal agencies warn Harvard may lose accreditation over civil rights violations The Trump administration has intensified its campaign against some of the most prestigious universities in the US by scrutinising their accreditation status, with Harvard University now joining Columbia University under federal investigation. This move marks a significant escalation in the administration’s efforts to…

UP Board 10th and 12th scrutiny results 2025 released at upmsp.edu.in; download region-wise PDF here – Times of India

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UP Board 10th and 12th scrutiny results 2025 declared at UPMSP website UP Board Scrutiny Result 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has released the UP Board Scrutiny Results 2025 for both Class 10 and Class 12 examinations. The revised marks have been published on the official website https://upmsp.edu.in, allowing students who had…