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Education Secretary plots reform to end ‘straitjacket’ system

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The Independent UK · Aug 3

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 · Aug 3

‘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 · Aug 3

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.

France 24 · Jul 28

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’

Evening Standard · Jul 28

'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…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

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

The Independent UK · Jul 28

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’.

Evening Standard · Jul 27

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 Independent UK · Jul 26

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 · Jul 26