Congress dominates final phase of Telangana panchayat polls
Congress wins over 2,200 sarpanch seats in Telangana's final panchayat election phase. Results unlock Rs 3,000 crore in grants for village development. Read the full analysis.
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US Halts Millions in Education Grants for Low-Income Schools
Federal funding for over 70 community schools providing food, healthcare, and counselling has been abruptly cancelled. Learn about the impact and the political divide over these essential programmes.
New Higher Education Bill Replaces UGC, AICTE, NCTE
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with a new apex body and three councils. Mint explains its impact on universities, autonomy, and students.
Centre gives Rs 62,685 crore to Himachal Pradesh
The central government has released Rs 62,685 crore to Himachal Pradesh from FY 2022-23 to 2024-25 for development, welfare, and infrastructure. Details inside.
Centre Withholds Rs 1,279 Cr from Karnataka
The Central government has withheld Rs 1,279 crore in grants from Karnataka for failing to hold Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections since 2020-21. Discover the financial and democratic implications.
Lok Sabha Passes Rs 41,455 Crore Supplementary Grants
Lok Sabha approves Rs 41,455 crore supplementary demands for FY26. Modi government tables bills to open nuclear power to private players and regulate higher education. Get all the live updates.
Why Society Must Help Shape Young Minds Beyond School
Muhammad Abdullah Javed argues that education extends far beyond classrooms. Discover how collective societal effort can foster peace and prosperity by nurturing youth.
CAG Flags ₹1.77 Lakh Crore UC Scandal in Maharashtra
CAG report reveals Maharashtra govt departments failed to submit UCs for ₹1.77 lakh crore, with year-end spending sprees violating financial rules. Read the shocking details.
India-Australia Education Council Meeting Today
The India-Australia Education and Skills Council convenes today to enhance bilateral cooperation, focusing on student mobility, research partnerships, and mutual recognition of qualifications. Key officials from both nations will attend.
Telangana's Major Education Reforms: 2023-2025
Telangana Education Department unveils massive 2-year plan: 10,000+ teacher posts filled, free electricity for schools, AI literacy from class 1, and new universities. Read the full report.
RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 25 bps as Expected
The Reserve Bank of India's MPC cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% in its December policy. This marks a cumulative reduction of 125 bps since February. Read the full analysis.
Calcutta HC Strikes Down 1,600 Supernumerary Teacher Posts
Calcutta High Court sets aside creation of 1,600 supernumerary posts for work & physical education teachers. Justice Basu rejects gap-filling argument. Read the full story.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill Empowering Finance Commission
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill granting the Finance Commission statutory power to allocate funds for states' disaster management. This move aims to streamline resource distribution.
Govt Says No to Indian Education Service Proposal
The Centre has ruled out creating an Indian Education Service for top university posts. The government highlights existing autonomy and new tech portals for transparent recruitment.
Elon Musk's $14B Foundation: Vast Wealth, Limited Giving
Elon Musk Foundation's assets balloon to $14 billion, but tax filings reveal most grants stay within his own circle of interests. Explore the details of its spending.
US Portal to Monitor Foreign University Funding from 2026
The US Department of Education launches a new portal to enforce transparency on foreign funding in universities. Starting January 2026, institutions must report gifts over $250,000. Read more.
Bezos Donates $102.5M to Fight Homelessness in 2025
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez announce $102.5 million in grants to 32 US non-profits fighting homelessness via their Day 1 Family Fund. Discover the beneficiaries and their massive $2 billion pledge.
Govt Seeks ₹41,455 Crore Extra Spend for Subsidies
Indian government seeks Parliament nod for net extra spending of ₹41,455 crore for fertiliser, fuel subsidies. Fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP remains intact. Read full details.
Govt Seeks Lok Sabha Nod for Rs 41,455 Crore Extra Spend
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables Supplementary Demands for Grants seeking approval for Rs 1.32 lakh crore gross additional expenditure. Read the full details and implications.
Parliament Winter Session: Key Bills, Oppn Agenda
The Winter Session of Parliament commences with 19 days of sittings. Key bills on health security, atomic energy & finance are on the agenda. The opposition gears up to raise crucial foreign policy issues.
Parliament's Winter Session: 13 Bills on Agenda
India's Parliament Winter Session starts December 4, set to debate 13 new bills and celebrate Vande Mataram's 150th year. The session concludes on December 19.
Northwestern pays $75M to end US government investigations
Northwestern University agrees to pay $75 million settlement to US Treasury, restoring $790M in federal research grants after antisemitism investigations. Details inside.
Yale Students Protest Financial Aid Cuts Amid $4.5B Endowment
Yale University faces student backlash over reduced work hours, narrowed wage gaps, and consolidated summer grants. Student group SUN demands action as financial strain grows.
India Emerges as Global Education Hub Under Modi
India's educational progress reflects PM Modi's visionary leadership aimed at making India a global education hub, says Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya. Discover how reforms are shaping future generations.
Bengaluru Orders Crackdown on Unauthorised Schools
Bengaluru's education department directs officials to identify schools operating illegally. Find out what makes a school 'unauthorised' and the implications for parents and students.
West Bengal Student Credit Card Crosses 1 Lakh Loans
West Bengal's Student Credit Card scheme achieves a major milestone with over 1 lakh sanctioned loans, helping students pursue higher education with government-backed financial support.
BJP Protests Stoppage of MLA Discretionary Grants in HP
Himachal Pradesh BJP legislators protest Congress government's decision to halt MLA Local Area Development funds. Opposition demands immediate release of ₹2.25 crore grants.
Odisha Biotech Research Grants: Apply by Dec 10
Odisha's Science Dept invites faculty & researchers for biotech R&D grants up to Rs 30 lakh. Maximum 10 projects selected yearly. Submit applications before December 10 deadline.
Telangana Panchayat Polls Unlock ₹1,450 Crore Grants
Hyderabad's long-delayed gram panchayat elections secure crucial ₹1,450 crore central funds before April 2026 deadline, while ₹1,550 crore remains uncertain. Learn about the financial implications for village development.
Lawsuit Challenges US Education Department Dismantling
Educators and advocates sue Trump administration over illegal dismantling of Education Department, threatening billions in funding and student programs. Learn how this affects Indian students.
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