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Results Day: Number of school leavers accepted on degree courses reaches record high

Results day comes amid a crisis in the number of young people not in education, employment or training

The Independent UK

Bihar to set up dedicated reforms committee to ensure smooth, fair exams

Bihar will establish committees to reform its examination system and study global technology-based models. The government aims to create a leakage-proof assessment process for students across the state. A state-level committee will also enhance the quality of education and transform schools. Direct interactions with students will gather suggestions and address…

The Economic Times

John Swinney responds to Nicola Sturgeon's election campaign attack

JOHN Swinney has hit back at criticism from Nicola Sturgeon over the SNP's election campaign.

The National (Scotland)

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HM Shah responsible for violence against students; doesn't have courage to come to Parliament: LoP Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi met with students protesting paper leaks and alleged police brutality. He stated that complaining about the education system is not a crime. Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of being responsible for the violence. He claimed Shah lacks the courage to explain the events in Parliament. The Congress…

The Economic Times

India's exam worriers become democracy warriors

A reckoning has just played out on the streets of New Delhi and other major Indian cities. Tens of thousands of young Indians rose up against an education system that is failing them, ultimately securing the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan -- a powerful symbolic victory. But the message…

Bangkok Post

SNP minister brands Nicola Sturgeon’s Scottish elections claims 'nonsense'

NICOLA Sturgeon’s claims that the SNP election campaign lacked “vision or big-picture thinking” are a “nonsense”, Scotland’s Education…

The National (Scotland)

Ghana bets on AI and coding in bid to modernise national curriculum

Ghana has introduced artificial intelligence, coding and computer programming into its national curriculum, for pupils from kindergarten to junior high school, becoming one of the few African countries to embed these subjects in basic education.

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Education Secretary confirms free bag for all Primary 1 pupils will be 'backpack'

SCOTLAND'S Education Secretary has confirmed Scotland’s new “Welcome to School Bag" will be a backpack, after a backlash to…

The National (Scotland)

Education Secretary plots reform to end ‘straitjacket’ system

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The Independent UK

Education secretary vows to undo Gove’s ‘straitjacket’ school reforms

Lucy Powell says the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach doesn’t suit all children

The Independent UK

‘Reservation Hatao Andolan’ gets caste and merit wrong

On July 22, as the protests against Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan gathered momentum, something unusual began happening online.

Newslaundry

US launches probe into Denver school district over teacher accused of making students kiss

The US Department of Education has launched an inquiry into Denver Public Schools following serious claims of student misconduct. A teacher was dismissed after reports surfaced of her compelling students to kiss, marking the district's second federal investigation in just two years. The probe will focus on potential violations of…

The Times of India

When cockroaches challenge power

India's Minister of Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, was forced to resign last week due to protests that rocked the country resulting from the ministry's decision to cancel administration of the national medical school entrance exam.

Bangkok Post

YSRCP MP M Gurumoorthy demands CBI probe into AP DSC, seeks inclusion of state exams under Anti-Paper Leak Bill

YSRCP MP Gurumoorthy supported the Public Examinations Bill in Lok Sabha. He urged the government to include state recruitment boards within its scope. The MP cited past paper leaks affecting millions of students across India. He highlighted alleged irregularities in Andhra Pradesh's Mega DSC recruitment process. Gurumoorthy demanded a CBI…

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How India's Gen Z Forced an Education Minister to Resign

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following weeks of student-led protests over alleged irregularities in the country's national medical entrance examination.

France 24

India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters explain how they toppled one of Modi’s ministers

After weeks of student protests, the resignation of India’s education minister on July 25 was hailed as a victory for the so-called cockroaches, a youth movement that has made this originally derogatory term their own. But some are concerned about facing repression down the line, aided by facial recognition.

Evening Standard

New Education Secretary vows to look at 'egregious' student loan payments

Lucy Powell said on Monday that the scandal was ‘very much at the top of my in tray’

The Economic Times

'Dharmendra Pradhan is symbol of corruption': Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticized the BJP for honoring Dharmendra Pradhan in Parliament. He stated Pradhan symbolizes corruption and India's ruined education system. Pradhan resigned following widespread protests over alleged examination paper leaks. The government introduced a bill to prevent unfair means in public examinations. Students are watching and will remember those…

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Andy Burnham appoints equalities minister Bridget Phillipson as Labour party chair

The Prime Minister said Ms Phillipson will help drive ‘culture change’ in the party

Evening Standard

Schools to offer pupils technical subjects from age 14 under Burnham reforms

The new Prime Minister said a shake-up is needed to to fix the ‘youth unemployment crisis’.

The Independent UK

Why India’s ‘cockroach’ protests had such impact – and what could happen next

For a decade, Narendra Modi has governed as a strong and decisive figure who admits few ‌mistakes, and his government had long resisted sacking ministers under pressure. The first test of the youth protest victory could be in elections next year in three key states, writes Namita Singh

The Economic Times

Education costs outpace incomes, fuel youth anger: Congress

Congress highlights rigged exams and rising education costs as key issues. Household expenditure data shows education expenses outpace income growth significantly. Private tuition and textbook costs are increasing at a rapid pace. Youth and parents demand immediate remedial actions for accessibility and affordability. This comes after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan…

The Economic Times

CJP, Centre to meet again for next round of talks in four weeks

The Cockroach Janta Party ended its 36-day protest after the government accepted all demands. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, and compensation will be provided to victims' families. The government also agreed to withdraw FIRs registered during the agitation. Both sides will meet again in four weeks to discuss reforms. The…

The Economic Times

Sonam Wangchuk hails Gen Z, says 'nation isn't built by resignation alone'; calls for sweeping education & governance reforms

Sonam Wangchuk hailed the protest's end as a democratic victory for Gen Z. The Cockroach Janata Party withdrew its agitation after the government accepted key demands. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to the Prime Minister earlier today. The party will continue discussions on broader education and examination reforms.…

The Economic Times

Meeting of CJP, Union ministers underway after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

A meeting occurred between the government and the Cockroach Janta Party. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union cabinet following protests. The CJP's main demand for his resignation has now been met. The government will address other CJP demands, including compensation and withdrawal of FIRs.

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