Saina Nehwal studied only till class 12: A look at her journey from classroom to court
Saina Nehwal, born on March 17, 1990, in Hisar, Haryana, didn’t just smash shuttlecocks—she smashed stereotypes too. While many would expect a superstar athlete to have endless trophies and textbooks, Saina’s school story is refreshingly straightforward: She studied only till class 12. But don’t let that fool you; her journey from classrooms to global courts […]
Why Harvard is under fire for erasing its DEI presence and what it means for US students
Harvard’s digital purge of DEI resources signals shift in US university policies Harvard University has come under intense scrutiny following the removal of multiple Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) websites from its official College webpage. This digital purge included the deletion of entire offices dedicated to supporting women, LGBTQ+ students, and students of colour. The […]
Karnataka School Association Champions Three-Language Policy to Safeguard Student Rights, ET Education
It also pointed out that Karnataka is the only state that evaluates the first language paper for 125 marks Bengaluru: The Associated Management of Primary and Secondary Schools of Karnataka (KAMS) has appealed to the govt to uphold the three-language policy and implement key reforms to the SSLC language assessment system in the best interest […]
Up to $1.6 million lost: North Dakota’s new funding formula reshapes US Title I distribution
US Title I funds redistributed in North Dakota under new census-based formula. (AI Image) North Dakota has implemented a new method for distributing federal Title I education funds, affecting public K–12 schools across the state. The changes align the state’s funding approach with that used in 43 other US states, shifting the basis of allocation […]
EU climate VP seeks ‘fair competition’ with China on green energy
BEIJING: The European Union is seeking “fair competition” with China and not a race to the bottom in wages and environmental standards, the bloc’s vice president for the clean transition told AFP in Beijing on Monday.Deep frictions exist over economic relations between the 27-nation bloc and China.Brussels is worried that a manufacturing glut propelled by […]
Kerala Minister Sivankutty justifies longer school hours amid row over new academic calendar, ET Education
The court instructed the state to revisit the calendar, consult stakeholders, and align it with existing laws Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala General Education Minister, V Sivankutty, on Sunday defended the state’s new academic calendar for 2025-26, which includes longer school hours and select working Saturdays to meet “national and state education standards.” Under the revised timetable, high […]
In the US, 7 in 10 girls say college is key to jobs and life success, new poll shows
Most US teens see college as crucial despite challenges, AP-NORC survey shows. (AI Image) A recent survey conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals a significant shift in the perception of higher education among US teenagers. According to the data, 62% of teenagers aged 13 to 17 say it is “extremely” […]
Group Captain Shukla has completed all seven microgravity experiments onboard ISS: ISRO
Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is headed back to earth after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station (ISS), has completed all seven microgravity experiments. Photo credit: X/@ISROSpaceflight Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is headed back to earth after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station (ISS), has completed […]
US engineer catches HR red-handed trying to yank his pension rug—wins big!
US employee fights back against HR pension sabotage and wins full retirement benefits. (AI Image) In a tale of workplace perseverance and sharp wit, a veteran US employee narrowly avoided being pushed out just weeks before qualifying for his pension. After decades of service at a Forbes 500 company, he found himself under scrutiny by […]
These 5 universities in the US no longer require GRE
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) was once considered a non-negotiable benchmark for graduate school admissions in the United States. It tested analytical writing, verbal reasoning, and quantitative aptitude in a format designed to offer standardised comparisons. In 2025, that standard is no longer universally upheld.Many universities across the USA have moved towards test-optional or test-free […]