KERALA S DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC EDUCATION
The U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences faces nearly $900 million in budget cuts, initiated by Elon Musk's team, which terminated 169 contracts. This action raises concerns about the impact on tracking student progress and educational accountability, with prominent research associations and Democrats voicing opposition.
Trump's education chief Linda McMahon comes from boardroom, not classroom. Backers say that's her strength
Linda McMahon is nominated as the next US Education Secretary. President Trump plans to dismantle the Education Department. McMahon's private-sector experience is seen as an asset. Democrats oppose the plan and question her qualifications. McMahon previously led the Small Business Administration and has limited experience in education. Her confirmation hearing is expected to be contentious.
New Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Kerala were recognized for their high gross enrolment ratios in higher education for 2021-22 in a NITI Aayog report. Chhattisgarh, Nagaland, Jharkhand, and Bihar lagged. The report highlighted issues of unequal distribution of universities and called for better financial and administrative autonomy for state public universities.
'Trust Elon?': Donald Trump defends Musk amid friction buzz, reveals big DOGE role in military and education
US President Donald Trump said in a pre-Super Bowl interview that he trusts Elon Musk, who has already exerted massive influence at the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Trump has defended Elon Musk's drive to shut down sections of the US government amid legal challenges, transparency concerns and questions over conflicts of interest.
Kerala Budget 2025 Highlights: High-speed rail corridor, metro projects, and IT park in Kannur, check all key announcements
Kerala Budget 2025 Highlights: Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal presented the 2025-26 budget, focusing on Metro rail projects, high-speed rail corridors, and the K-Homes project for tourism. Rs 750 crore is allocated for Wayanad rehabilitation. The budget also includes provisions for infrastructure development, social welfare, and healthcare, with significant investments in scholarships, pensions, and the Karunya Health Scheme.
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The Kerala government has approved the Kerala Health System Improvement Programme, funded by a Rs 2,424.28 crore World Bank loan. The initiative aims to enhance healthcare standards, improve coordination among state departments, and address challenges like climate change. It focuses on non-communicable disease prevention, emergency services, and elder care while prioritizing the poor.
President Donald Trump told reporters that Linda McMahon, his nominee to lead the Education Dept., should eventually "put herself out of a job." There has been speculation that Trump may take executive action to dismantle the department of education, but legal experts say he would need approval from Congress. Trump emphasized that education decisions should be made by individual states rather than at the federal level.
The Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) aims to replace current regulators such as UGC and AICTE, potentially leading to closures of rural institutions and increased privatization. A parliamentary panel recommends a streamlined regulatory hierarchy with sufficient state representation to avoid excessive centralization.
After USAID and several federal agencies, Donald Trump and Elon Musk look to dismantle the Department of Education; here's their plan
Donald Trump, backed by Elon Musk, is considering dismantling the U.S. Department of Education to shift control of schools to individual states. The move aligns with Trump's broader plan to reduce federal influence and streamline governance. Supporters believe local control will improve efficiency, while critics warn of risks to federal funding and oversight.
In 2022, Kerala’s government introduced a milk and eggs program in Anganwadis to boost child nutrition. A viral video of a child requesting biryani and chicken fry led the government to consider updating the menu. Health Minister Veena George acknowledged the request and promised to review the current food offerings.
Kerala changes anganwadi menu from upma to biryani after toddler's cute request to health minister goes viral
A viral video of a child asking for biryani and chicken fry at his anganwadi has led Kerala's Health Minister to consider revising the meal menu. The minister acknowledged the child's innocent request and stated the menu will be reviewed. Anganwadis provide a variety of foods to ensure nutritious meals for children in Kerala.
Central and state government departments have floated as many as 13 projects and are seeking tech partners to implement AI in areas such as conversational chatbots, video analytics, and data analytics—projects are valued at Rs 1 crore to Rs 10 crore.
A tiger that killed a woman in Wayanad, Kerala, was found dead with evidence of her belongings in its stomach. The tiger died due to fresh wounds from a territorial fight. The woman's death had led to widespread protests, prompting intense efforts by wildlife officials to track and capture the animal.
President Joe Biden has overseen the cancellation of student loans for over 5 million Americans, with a total of $183.6 billion waived. His administration expanded existing programs to their fullest extent, despite the Supreme Court blocking his broad forgiveness plan. Republicans have criticized the approach, citing taxpayer burden.
Health Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari has instructed heightened vigilance against the human metapneumovirus (HMPV). Civil surgeons are to alert physicians and take proactive measures. Medical teams will monitor critical locations. Public awareness and preventive measures are emphasized. The state's health infrastructure is prepared to handle the situation. Cooperation in maintaining health safety standards is urged.
Arvind Kejriwal urged the Centre to take swift action against the HMPV virus outbreak, emphasizing early intervention. Two cases were reported in Karnataka, with the ministry monitoring the situation. The Kerala Health Minister advised caution, especially for vulnerable groups. HMPV mainly affects children and the elderly without causing a significant surge in cases.
Schools across Punjab and Islamabad closed on Monday due to security concerns, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Army Public School attack. This closure disrupted exams and frustrated parents and educators, who cited frequent closures for various reasons as detrimental to students' education. The closures exacerbate existing challenges in Pakistan's education system.
Starting January 1, about 1.8 crore students from state-funded higher education institutions will gain access to over 13,400 international journals. The 'One Nation, One Subscription' initiative, costing Rs 6,000 crore over three years, aims to democratize access to research papers across disciplines. The program will expand to private institutions and public libraries in later phases.
According to an official statement, Google India head Ashish Wattal called on the chief minister to explore collaborations on AI-driven initiatives aimed at transfigure public services in Himachal Pradesh. During the meeting, they discussed integration of advanced technology into agriculture, health, education and public grievance redressal to ensure prompt service delivery and improve lives of people.
A Kuwait-based bank has filed complaints with Kerala police against over 1,400 people, mostly nurses, for defaulting on loans totaling Rs 700 crore. The individuals, who worked in Kuwait, allegedly took large loans and then left the country without repaying. Ten FIRs have been registered in Kerala, and investigations are underway. Some defaulters have expressed willingness to repay.
Telecom operators have requested the Indian government to dissuade states from ordering internet shutdowns. They argue that these disruptions, totaling 154 days since April 2024 across 11 regions, hinder essential services like financial transactions and online education, impacting citizens significantly.
Karnataka’s Department of School Education and Literacy plans to crack down on illegal tuition centres that divert students from regular schools. These centres, often coaching for entrance into prestigious government schools, charge high fees and disrupt students' education. Authorities are instructed to identify and report unregistered centres, with penalties under the Education Act.
"A meeting has been convened by the chief minister to discuss the issue, and a list of schools along with available details will be handed over to him," Sivankutty said.
In Kerala, India, nearly 1,500 government employees, including college professors and gazetted officers, were found fraudulently receiving social security pensions. Finance Minister K N Balagopal ordered disciplinary action and recovery of the misappropriated funds. The fraud was uncovered during an inspection by the Information Kerala Mission, revealing beneficiaries across various government departments.
How Donald Trump wants to change the US education department with the help of WWE founder Vince McMahon's wife Linda McMahon
US President-elect Donald Trump plans to overhaul the federal Department of Education. He aims to appoint former wrestling executive Linda McMahon as its head. Trump has criticized the department, alleging it is influenced by radical ideologies. He intends to address student loan debt, civil rights enforcement in education, and college accreditation processes.
The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has requested a report from the Central Board of Secondary Education regarding a plea for additional exam time for students with type 1 diabetes. The plea, filed by Bushra Shihab, highlights that the Kerala government already provides extra time for such students in state-level exams and seeks a similar policy for CBSE exams.
The Haryana Public Service Commission has announced the HPSC PGT Result 2024 for the subject knowledge test. Candidates can check their roll numbers on the official HPSC website. The test was conducted on September 12, 2024, for various posts in Fine Arts and Music. Details are available on hpsc.gov.in.