As federal civil rights enforcement in schools weakens: Here’s why families are turning to states for justice

As federal civil rights enforcement weakens, families turn to states for school discrimination cases. (AI Image) As federal civil rights enforcement in schools weakens under the Trump administration, families across the United States are increasingly turning to state governments for help in addressing discrimination in education. With the U.S. Department of Education facing layoffs, office…

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US retail sales rise 0.6% in February; Iran war fuel spike threatens consumer spending outlook

US retail sales rose 0.6 per cent in February after a slight decline in January, signalling cautious consumer activity even before a sharp surge in fuel prices triggered by the Iran war, according to AP.Data released by the Commerce Department showed retail sales rebounded from a 0.1 per cent drop in January, beating expectations. However,…

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CUET UG registration window 2026 closing today: Check direct link to apply here

CUET UG 2026 registration window CUET UG registration window 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the re-opened application window for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG), today February 26, 2026. Candidates who have not yet completed their registrations must do it today. The window will close at 11:50 PM.The registration process for CUET-UG…

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‘He must be looked after and respected’: Sourav Ganguly backs appeal for Imran Khan | Cricket News

Sourav Ganguly and Imran Khan (Agency Image) Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has called for former Pakistan skipper Imran Khan to be treated with dignity and proper care, amid growing concern over the latter’s health in prison.Ganguly’s remarks follow a joint appeal by 14 former international captains from five Test-playing nations urging the Pakistan government…

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Rahul-Bittu spat, gherao of PM’s chair, adjournments – what happened in Parliament today | India News

Congress MPs hold protest on Parliament stairs (ANI photo) Both Houses of Parliament witnessed repeated disruptions on Wednesday amid continued opposition protests and clashes with ruling party MPs. The Lok Sabha was adjourned multiple times amid sloganeering, banners and placards displayed by Congress and other opposition members, including allegations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and…

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Cash incentive for 1.31 crore women: Stalin’s Rs 5,000 outreach draws fire from BJP and Vijay | India News

NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin‘s announcement that Rs 5,000 each had been credited to 1.31 crore women beneficiaries under the Kalaignar Women’s Rights Scheme on Friday has triggered sharp criticism from the BJP and other opposition parties, who termed the move politically motivated ahead of the assembly election.Stalin said the amount was…

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‘Never ever seen anything like this’: Virat Kohli left stunned by Dhurandhar 2 | Off the field News

Virat Kohli hail Dhurandhar 2 (Agency Image) A day after Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026, star batter Virat Kohli switched gears off the field and shared his glowing review of the blockbuster film Dhurandhar 2. Taking to social media, Kohli heaped praise on director Aditya Dhar and lead actor Ranveer…

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‘I can see a lot of respect’: Ex-India cricketer in awe of young skipper Riyan Parag | Cricket News

Rajasthan Royals’ captain Riyan Parag (PTI Photo) Former Chennai Super Kings batter Ambati Rayudu has backed Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag, stating that the young captain has already earned the trust and respect of his teammates early in his leadership stint. Rajasthan edged past Gujarat Titans by six runs in a tense encounter at the…

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Govt sends additional warships to Strait of Hormuz to ensure safe passage of Indian vessels: Report

NEW DELHI: India is deploying additional warships in the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman to ensure safe passage for its fuel and LPG carrying vessels as tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz, Bloomberg reported citing sources.The Indian Navy has positioned more than half a dozen warships, including logistics vessels, as a precautionary…

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