University of Washington professor fired from director role after sending email criticising Iran war

University of Washington professor fired after sending email criticising Iran war In recent weeks, at least three cases across the United States have brought renewed attention to the limits of academic expression, particularly around the Middle East.At the centre of one such case is Aria Fani, an associate professor at the University of Washington. He…

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Ranbir Kapoor says he initially rejected Ramayana ‘out of fear’: ‘I’m not fit enough to play Lord Ram’ | Hindi Movie News

When the first glimpse of Ramayana dropped on Hanuman Jayanti, it instantly grabbed attention, with Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Ram becoming one of the most talked-about reveals. But the actor has now admitted that his first instinct was to turn down the role, recalling, “Out of fear, I said no… I’m not fit enough.”…

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Texas is now ‘mini‑India’: How a deep-red state became a hotspot for anti-India hate in US

North Texas is witnessing a striking cultural shift, particularly in the Frisco area, as Indian American communities grow rapidly. A recent video by TPUSA reporter Savannah Hernandez captures the transformation, showing a 72-foot Karya Siddhi Hanuman temple, Holi celebrations with colours, adults playing cricket in parks, streets with names like “Ali Akbar,” and residents in…

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Battle of the ‘tea state’: High-stakes showdown in Gogoi’s Jorhat and Sarma’s Jalukbari fortress | India News

NEW DELHI: The 2026 Assam Assembly elections are shaping up as a defining political contest, a clash of experience and emerging leadership, legacy and new energy. At the centre of this battle are two high-profile constituencies, Jorhat, where Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has turned the race into a prestige fight, and Jalukbari, the long-standing stronghold…

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Middle East conflict may hit India’s exports beyond region if prolonged, says government

A prolonged conflict in Middle East could begin to hurt India’s exports not just to the region but also to other global markets, as disrupted supply chains ripple outward, commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Saturday, He also urged the pharmaceutical industry to reduce dependence on imported raw materials and build more resilient export and…

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Erling Haaland’s hat-trick eliminates Liverpool, sends Manchester City to FA Cup semis | Football News

Erling Haaland (AP Photo) Manchester City delivered a dominant performance to crush Liverpool 4-0 in the FA Cup quarter-final, with Erling Haaland stealing the show with a hat-trick. The heavy defeat piled more pressure on Liverpool manager Arne Slot, whose team looked out of form throughout the match.City took control late in the first half…

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Piyush Mishra reveals why wife Priya refused to leave him despite infidelity: ‘It took me 10–15 years to realise she is my wife’ | Hindi Movie News

Piyush Mishra is once again speaking candidly about his marriage, this time shedding light on why his wife chose to stay despite his infidelity. Recalling her unwavering stance, the actor-writer said, “She told me, ‘I will not divorce you no matter what,’” even as he reflected on his own delayed understanding of responsibility as a…

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Rajinikanth breaks silence on ‘Jailer 2’ and ‘KHxRK’ while expertly sidestepping Tamil Nadu election questions | Tamil Movie News

Superstar Rajinikanth has confirmed ‘Jailer 2’ is nearing completion and will soon enter its final production stages, with the release date to be announced by the production team. He also revealed that a new project, tentatively titled ‘KHxRK,’ with director Nelson Dilipkumar is slated to commence shooting in August, keeping the actor’s schedule packed. Superstar…

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