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Aegis Logistics to acquire 89.8% stake in Dubai-based Tristar Holdings for $809 million
Aegis Logistics is set to acquire 89.8% stake in Tristar Holdings, based in Dubai, for $809 million. The deal seeks to strengthen Aegis's global footprint in liquid logistics and creating new avenues for business growth. The acquisition is expected to complete by the fourth quarter of FY27.
Aegis Logistics shares rise 3% after firm acquires 90% stake worth $809 million in Tristar Holdings
Aegis Logistics agreed to acquire an 89.9% stake in Tristar Holdings for $809 million, expanding its global energy logistics operations. The acquisition, subject to regulatory approvals, is expected to close in the fourth quarter of the current fiscal year and broaden Aegis’s geographic reach, service offerings and profitability.
At 68, Dolph Lundgren maintains his action-star physique with just 5 exercises: His chest and back workout that keeps him strong
Dolph Lundgren, who is now 68, continues to train regularly despite his past battle with cancer. The Rocky IV star, who was once told that he had only a few years to live, credits strength training with helping him through difficult cancer treatments. His latest chest and back workout features five exercises.
Quote of the Day by Sylvia Plath: ‘If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter’ - her timeless lesson on self-worth, ambition and why no two lives can be measured the same way
Quote of the Day by Sylvia Plath on comparision: Constantly measuring ourselves against others can foster bitterness and insecurity. Sylvia Plath provides a poignant reminder to adopt a more compassionate approach to personal growth. Balancing self-discipline with kindness toward oneself empowers us to find peace. Her insights encourage recognition of our innate value, essential for constructive self-improvement.
Quote of the day by Sylvia Plath: 'One should be able to control and manipulate experiences with...' - inspiring life lessons on how your mind may be the key to handling life’s challenges and why you must think before letting experiences control you
Sylvia Plath's quote emphasizes using an intelligent mind to control experiences. This perspective suggests thoughtful reflection over immediate reactions to life's events. Plath, an American poet, explored identity and loneliness in her influential writings. Her works like "The Bell Jar" and "Ariel" gained significant posthumous recognition.
Quote of the day by Sylvia Plath: 'If I have not the power to put myself in the place of other people, but must be...' - inspiring quote by The Bell Jar author and Lady Lazarus poet teaches life lessons on empathy, self-reflection and why looking beyond yourself can change everything
Quote of the day by Sylvia Plath: Sylvia Plath explored the balance between introspection and understanding others. She believed empathy was crucial for personal growth and creativity. Plath admitted her fascination with individual minds and self-observation. Her works like "The Bell Jar" remain influential literary pieces.
Fulbright board resigns citing interference by Trump administration
The Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, overseeing the U.S. State Department's Fulbright Program, has resigned en masse, citing political interference from the Trump administration. The board alleges the administration unlawfully denied awards to selected scholars and initiated an unauthorized review process, compromising the program's integrity.
US to freeze scholarships funding; thousands of Indian students in limbo
Research scholars, social science students and mid-career professionals hoping for academic exposure in the US are now left scrambling for alternatives. "Students seeking such scholarships are top of the lot," said Neelabh Prabhat, cofounder of Alum-n-i. "This will especially impact non-standard applicants, those in non-STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), non-MBA fields."
USIEF announces annual Fulbright-Nehru, other fellowships
The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) has opened its annual competition for Fulbright-Nehru and other fellowships for Indian citizens. These exchanges, funded by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, and the US Department of State, aim to bring the people of both countries closer together through enriching academic, research, teaching, and professional opportunities. Indian students, academics, teachers, policymakers, administrators, and professionals are encouraged to apply for the academic year 2025-26.
Indian students always welcome in the US: US official
Even though the number of graduate students, the largest cohort of students from India in the US at 90,333, fell by 5.6% in 2019 compared to 2018, according to the 2019 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange (IIE), assistant secretary Royce felt that there’s still a great deal of interest in India for education in the US.
IIM Amritsar: Nagarajan Ramamoorthy assume charge as the first full time director
Professor Ramamoorthy has taught at University of Maryland, Marymount University, and the University of Houston-Victoria, according to a release shared by the institute.
Indian-American professor Rajendra R Aparasu selected for Fulbright specialist roster
Rajendra R Aparasu is the first pharmacy faculty member at the University of Houston selected to be the candidate roster of the Fulbright Specialist Programme.
India, US launch Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellowship
India and the US have launched the Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellowship, in a new initiative to advance bilateral cooperation on climate change.
No change to Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship Program or name: US
Scholarships for India under Washington's Fulbright programme were named the "Fulbright-Nehru" fellowships under a 2008 agreement.
University of Montana to offer Hindi language course
Gaurav Mishra, a Fulbright instructor, will teach the language under the University of Montana's South & Southeast Asian Studies programme during the 2015-16 academic year.
Barack Obama appoints India-American to key administration post
Obama announced Maneesh K Goyal's appointment and other key administration posts yesterday, the White House said in a statement.
Indian-origin professor awarded Fulbright-Nehru fellowship
Kulkarni is a professor in the Department of Surgery at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School.
JIPMER to introduce a redesigned curriculum at all levels
The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) has evolved steps to redesign the medical education curriculum both at the undergraduate and postgraduate level of studies.
India, US looking to partner in education sector
India and the US were looking at a "range of ways," to partner across areas of education and promoting research and scholarship.
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