‘It’s like writing a poem’: prize winner Rajula Srivastava on doing maths
When Rajula Srivastava was first notified about a prestigious prize, she was quick to dismiss it. All she got was a cryptic email from the personal email address of mathematician Terence Tao asking if she was free for a chat. Tao, a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, is widely considered one of […]
8 schools in Minnesota worth considering for your child’s education
Minnesota’s educational landscape reflects a deep commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and holistic student development. Across both public and private schools, the state offers families an array of distinguished institutions known for rigorous curricula, personalized learning environments, and vibrant communities. The following overview synthesizes data from Niche’s authoritative 2025 rankings, a platform that integrates US […]
US Department of Education to reform special needs programs with more access, choice, and new learning models
The US Department of Education is moving toward a significant overhaul of its special needs programs, aiming to offer students with disabilities more personalized options, greater access, and innovative approaches to learning. This shift signals a new era in how special education is delivered across the country, with a focus on flexibility and family empowerment. […]
7 Indian-origin scientists in the US: Where they studied and how it shaped their careers
Indian-origin scientists have become some of the most influential figures in American science, technology, and policy. Many began their journeys in Indian classrooms and went on to pursue higher education and research in top U.S. universities. Their stories show how education can shape not just careers, but also the direction of global scientific progress. Venkatraman […]
Leaders hail work of visionary scientist M.S. Swaminathan
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, economist Montek Singh Ahluwalia, former West Bengal Governor Gopalkrishna Gandhi and others during book launch of “The Man Who Fed India” by Priyambada Jayakumar, a book that offers a detailed work of M.S. Swaminathan, on the occasion of his birth centenary, at India International Centre in New […]
Julie Sweet education qualifications: How a liberal arts and Ivy League education shaped the Accenture CEO
Julie Sweet’s story begins in Tustin, California, a suburban town where her sharp intellect and powerful voice quickly stood out. At Tustin High School, she wasn’t just another student — she was a star in speech and debate, mastering the art of persuasion and building confidence that would later serve her in high-stakes boardrooms. An […]
Fixed pay staff of granted schools to get medical, special leave, ETEducation
Patel further stated that non-teaching fixed-pay employees in these institutions will also be eligible for 15 special leaves, in line with regular staff. However, these special leaves cannot be carried forward after regular appointment. Gandhinagar: The state govt on Wednesday announced that teaching and non-teaching employees on fixed pay in grant-in-aid educational institutions will now […]
Explained: America’s Education Freedom Accounts programme; know who is eligible, how to apply and more
America’s Education Freedom Accounts programme New Hampshire’s Education Freedom Accounts (EFA) programme has quickly evolved into one of the most expansive school voucher systems in the U.S. The initiative allows eligible families to use public funds for private schooling, homeschooling, tutoring, and educational materials, bypassing the traditional public school route.From just over 5,300 students in […]
Pennsylvania universities are resorting to layoffs: Here is why
Universities across Pennsylvania are increasingly resorting to layoffs, campus closures, and mergers: a direct result of declining enrollment, stagnant public funding, and rising operational costs.According to a report by the National Center for Education Statistics, enrollment at US institutions of higher education dropped by 15% between 2010 and 2021, placing long-term pressure on college finances. […]
Columbia and Brown to spill admissions data to Trump administration: Why it could be dangerous for students
For all its chest-thumping about “protecting meritocracy,” the Trump administration has quietly engineered something far more consequential than a policy shift: A looming federal admissions surveillance regime—and it has bought the keys to elite university gates with hard cash. Columbia and Brown, two of America’s most storied universities, have just paid their way out of […]