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Prayagraj, once renowned for its vibrant student politics, is now witnessing a significant decline in student participation in electoral processes. This shift, primarily attributed to the discontinuation of the student union at Allahabad University in 2018, marks a turning point with far-reaching implications for the region's political dynamics.
In a noteworthy shift, the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research (Balbharti) has proposed a draft curriculum that makes English an optional subject for students in Classes XI and XII. This initiative aims to alleviate student burden and allow greater focus on other subjects.
Harvard University's commencement ceremony took an unexpected turn when student speaker Shruthi Kumar veered off script to deliver a scathing critique of the institution's handling of student activism. Kumar, selected to deliver the English address, used her platform to condemn Harvard for punishing more than a dozen students involved in pro-Palestinian protests.
Students from the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) staged a protest on Wednesday, decrying the disruption of their University Grants Commission (UGC) non-NET fellowship, which provides ₹5,000 per month. This issue has persisted for the past 18 months, prompting students to demand the immediate reinstatement of their fellowship.
In a notable legal development, the Delhi High Court has granted bail to Sharjeel Imam, a prominent figure accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, on Tuesday. Imam, who has been in custody since January 28, 2020, secured bail in a case that involved serious allegations of sedition and activities deemed unlawful under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
The Italian Government, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), is now accepting applications for its prestigious MAECI Scholarship for the academic year 2024-2025. This scholarship program is open to both foreign students and Italian citizens residing abroad, offering a unique opportunity to pursue higher education in Italy.
During the press briefing in Mysuru, Madhu Bangarappa, Karnataka's Minister of Education, articulated the nuanced changes made to the textbooks, describing them as subtle adjustments primarily focused on refining specific words and sentences. He emphasized the accessibility of the updated textbooks, noting that they are now readily available on the department’s website.