AI to play major role in tomorrow's warfare: CDS Anil Chauhan at Raisina Dialogue

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the world is at the cusp of a huge transformation where artificial intelligence and autonomous systems will influence future warfare.

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Harvard FAS raises $222 million in donations in six months amid $365 million budget deficit

Harvard's Faculty of Arts and Sciences raised $222 million in the latter half of 2025, a significant increase from the previous year, despite ongoing financial challenges. This surge in donations, bolstered by major gifts, is helping to address a substantial budget deficit and fund critical initiatives like PhD fellowships and financial aid.

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AI firm Fractal expects strong growth on increased AI adoption

The newly listed firm crossed Rs 100 crore in net profit for the first time in the December quarter, on the back of year-on-year 21% revenue growth to Rs 854.4 crore.

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US Department of Education launches Title IX investigation into Wisconsin school district

The US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has launched a Title IX investigation into the New Richmond School District in Wisconsin following reports that biological males were allowed to use girls’ restrooms. The inquiry will assess whether the district violated federal law by granting access based on gender identity rather than biological sex. Concerns were raised by parents and a student during school board meetings, while a proposal to separate facilities by biological sex failed to pass.

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Harvard layoffs extend to alumni affairs office as budget squeeze grows

Harvard University has laid off 55 employees from its Alumni Affairs and Development office as part of broader cost-cutting measures amid financial pressures. This decision follows earlier steps like pausing wage increases and limiting new hiring, aiming for long-term office sustainability. The cuts highlight financial strains on universities with large endowments facing potential federal policy changes.

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

Amid layoffs and shifting priorities at the U.S. Department of Education under the Trump administration, thousands of civil rights complaints from families alleging discrimination in schools remain unresolved. According to an Associated Press report, parents and advocates are increasingly turning to state governments and agencies for intervention. Lawmakers in states like Pennsylvania and Maryland are proposing stronger state-level civil rights mechanisms, though experts warn this shift could create uneven protections for students across the country.

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Meta opens WhatsApp Business API to AI chatbots in Europe amid EU antitrust scrutiny

The move comes after the European Commission last month told Meta it was considering temporary measures to prevent the company from enforcing a policy blocking third-party AI chatbot providers from operating through the WhatsApp Business API. Meta’s policy, which came into effect on January 15, drew complaints from several AI assistant providers who said blocking access to the API disrupted their businesses and raised competition concerns.

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