New Delhi, May 6 -- The US Education Department announced Monday that Harvard University will not receive new federal grants until it meets a series of demands from President Donald Trump's administration.

In a press call, an Education Department official was quoted by the Associated Press as saying that Harvard will receive no new federal grants until it "demonstrates responsible management of the university" and satisfies federal demands on a range of subjects.

The ban applies to federal research grants and not to federal financial aid that helps students cover college tuition and fees, the report added.

To become eligible for new grants, Harvard would now need to enter negotiations with the federal government and prove it has satisf...