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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law aimed at restricting smartphone use in schools, citing growing concerns over mental health, academic performance, and social interactions among students.
The Kamrup Metropolitan district administration has ordered the closure of all schools for four days, starting September 24, to protect students from the extreme weather conditions. This decision follows multiple reports of students falling ill or fainting due to the oppressive heat. The region, including the state’s largest city, Guwahati, has been experiencing unusually high temperatures, with the mercury rising to 37.9 degrees Celsius.
Prof. Shakil Romshoo, the Vice Chancellor of Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), has been honoured by being listed among the top 2% global scientists in Stanford University's prestigious ranking for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights Prof. Romshoo's remarkable contributions to Environment and Ecology, reinforcing his standing as a leading figure in climate science.
Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region, Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, visited the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati to assess its progress and chart its future direction. Majumdar’s visit highlighted the importance of research and innovation in bolstering national growth and enhancing global competitiveness.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia has strongly asserted that the Kejriwal-Sisodia partnership remains the only effective choice for advancing education in Delhi.
Jaro Education, a prominent ed-tech platform, has launched a pioneering AI-powered Skill Gap Calculator to transform personalised career counselling and organisational development. This innovative tool leverages advanced machine learning algorithms to assess skill gaps, provide customised recommendations, and offer clear career path guidance, benefiting individuals and organisations.
Thousands of schools across Assam and Bihar have been forced to close due to extreme weather conditions, severely disrupting education for millions of students.