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Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister of Education, has stated his belief that India is headed toward being a major power again. Speaking at SGT University's 11th convocation event, when over 2,100 students got degrees—105 of them were gold medalists—Pradhan underlined the vital role that education and youthful talent play in determining the nation's future.

Pradhan made a point in highlighting the fuel for the India growth story students, as SGT University graduates will constitute part of global solutions that can resonate with Indian national ambitions. He related that vision to the National Education Policy, 2020, which an aim to internationalize education in India along with increasing collaborative opportunities at all levels globally with an aim for positioning India to become a significant talent pool to update the curricula.

Pradhan emphasized that Indian students will be better equipped to propel entrepreneurship, research, and innovation globally as a result of these reforms. Additionally, the Minister emphasized the significance of India's G20 Presidency, which has been instrumental in elevating the Global South's voice. He gave praise to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for changing the world order and making India a major actor in international affairs.

In his remarks, Pradhan reaffirmed the government's dedication to India as a worldwide center for education, fostering cross-border partnerships, and educating children for the future. All of these stakeholders—policymakers, educators, and students—will be making significant contributions to this goal as India expands its influence internationally.

Renowned educator Khan Sir has joined a demonstration in Patna, Bihar, calling for a retake of the 70th BPSC Preliminary Exam. The protest, which has been going on for sixty-two days, alleges widespread exam manipulation.

According to Khan Sir, he has evidence of anomalies like the use of three sets of question papers and questionable manipulation of unseated papers. The Patna High Court has received this proof and is probably going to hear the case soon.

The protesters insist on a transparent re-examining process, and their case has attracted considerable judicial and public attention. The Patna High Court has already instructed the BPSC to file an affidavit, and several petitions, including those presented by Jan Suraaj and Pappu Yadav, have been consolidated in court.

Glaring differences in the exam results have also been highlighted by the protest; only 6% of the candidates passed the December 13 exam, whilst 19% passed the January 4 re-exam. These differences, in Khan Sir's opinion, are enough to prove rigging in court and obtain a reexamination order.

"Until justice is served," Khan Sir declared to the demonstrators. "The BPSC has to be made accountable for their actions, and a just re-examination should be carried out."

Students and educators who have joined the cause have overwhelmingly backed the demonstration. Everyone is anxiously awaiting the case's verdict since it may have significant ramifications for Bihar's competitive test system going forward.

Class X board exam faced a substantial delay in starting their test because of his late arrival as he was carrying the question papers. The state education authorities responded promptly, emphasizing the necessity of discipline and punctuality by teachers. The incident took place at Gasbari High School, Goreswar in lower Assam's Baksa district. 

News reports suggested that the headmaster's delay left students and examination authorities inordinately inconvenienced and raised questions on administrative efficiency when it mattered the most during the major academic examinations. The break not only had an impact on the performance of the students but also created logistics problems for invigilators responsible for overseeing a smooth process of examinations.

Assam's education department has made it clear that any negligence on the part of the teachers will be unacceptable. An inquiry has been initiated to investigate the conditions under which the incident took place. The suspended headmaster has been ordered to provide reasons why he was late, and further action will be based on the findings of the inquiry. Education authorities reasserted their commitment to maintaining discipline in the school system and preventing students from being prejudiced due to failure in administrative responsibility.

It was informed by officials that the teachers and the school principals are responsible for maintaining the dignity of the educational system, and neglect of duties will have stringent penalties. The suspension of the headmaster is an eye-opener for all teachers to maintain professional conduct and to follow up their activities on time. 

The incident has also triggered a discussion among teachers and parents with a majority calling for more regulation to determine responsibility and punctuality among school workers. Different associations of teachers have called for a decent investigation, with the need to investigate if the delay was a result of conditions beyond their control. 

While the investigation goes on, education authorities have ensured that measures will be taken so that such a situation does not recur in the future. The government of Assam continues to stress high standards of education so that students and teachers remain disciplined and professional.

Student union elections have come back to Ambedkar University after a five-year hiatus, and with it, the much-awaited democratic culture on campus. The move is a landmark one for student politics at the university, with the student groups poised to fight it out in an intriguing contest for representation. The elections, to be held within the next few weeks, are likely to witness full student participation as students wait impatiently to be heard.

The lack of a student council that was elected over the last half decade has brought mounting frustration regarding the non-official representation of students in issues related to administration and academics. The elections would hopefully restore a forum for the students to vent their complaints and fight for their rights.

Ambedkar University students' union elections were suspended in 2019, and the students did not have a formal body to negotiate on behalf of themselves. The break extension reason is unknown, but the student unions have been calling for the restoration of elections long on the basis that the lack of a union has hindered their voice for vital issues like hostel facilities, scholarships, academic concerns, and university facilities.

The results of the polls will not only decide the student body leadership but also reflect the broader aspirations and fears of the student community. The reinstatement of student polling has been regarded as a breakthrough towards the build-up of democratic engagement on campus. The students think that the reformed union will give them a voice they can utilize in negotiations with the administration and demanding necessary changes that must be imposed. University authorities have promised that the election will be free and fair, with regulations to see that the proceedings are peaceful and smooth. Now that campaigning is on, Ambedkar University students are waiting with bated breath for an election that not only determines their student life but also rekindles the tradition of student activism that has been the hallmark of university life.

More than 10 students of the Jamia Millia Islamia University were arrested by the Delhi Police on Tuesday after they protested against the disciplinary action initiated by the university against two PhD researchers. The students were agitating against show-cause notices sent to the two researchers on suspicion of conducting a protest in a staged manner last year.

The protest began on Monday with the students under the leadership of protesting against the "crackdown on student activism" of the administration. According to the students, the action of the university was meant to suppress the dissenting voice and stifle freedom of expression.

However, the university administration accused the protesting students of damaging university property, such as the central canteen, and shattering the security advisor's office gate.

Further charges have been made by the university administration against the agitating students. According to them, the students were found in possession of objectionable contraband material.

To offer opportunities for gifted students to excel, the Tamil Nadu government has initiated a holistic program to identify and develop gifted students in the state.

The government, as stated by Udhayanidhi Stalin, is dedicated to searching for thousands of methods to assist students in displaying their talents and skills. To that end, the government has started the Tamil Nadu Talent Search Exam (TN TSE), which is an exam aimed at selecting exceptionally gifted students from government schools. The TN TSE test is available for Class 11 students in government schools of Tamil Nadu.

For the purpose of eligibility, students should have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in Class 10 board examinations. The examination will be conducted in two papers, one each for mathematics and science and social science. These best 1000 performers in exams will be granted a four-year scholarship of Rs. 10,000 each month until their graduation. The scholarship scheme is aimed at government school students who are brilliant and want to proceed with higher studies without worrying about money.

Besides the TN TSE test, the Tamil Nadu government has also set up specialized academies to nurture talented students. The academies provide students with an opportunity to develop their talents and skills in sports, music, and art. The scheme is a significant step towards providing opportunities for talented students to develop their skills and positively contribute to society. The government of Tamil Nadu expects the scheme to create a culture of support through which the students will be motivated towards excellence, creativity, and innovation.