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UK PM Sunak faces revolt over plans to scrap Graduate Route visa, Claims Report
Plans to scrap the Graduate Route scheme are facing strong opposition in the Cabinet, sources told 'The Observer' newspaper, citing a move that has been central to luring Indian students to UK universities since it was introduced in 2021.
California University President's Resignation after agreeing to academic boycott of Israel
CSU Chancellor Mildred Garcia stated, “has informed me of his decision to retire”, following her characterization of Lee’s move as "insubordination" and her appointment of an acting president on Thursday, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Search Intensifies for Indian Student Reported Missing in Chicago Since May 2
Deeply concerned, the Consulate General of India in Chicago said it was trying to coordinate with the local police and the Indian diaspora for locating Rupesh. The Consulate, in its post on X, said the matter was extremely urgent and the officials are in touch with relevant authorities.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Calls on University Leaders to Combat Antisemitism
The government's stance underscores the necessity of fostering robust dialogue and the free exchange of ideas within universities, while simultaneously safeguarding against hate speech, harassment, and violence incitement. Sunak emphasized the critical role universities play not only as hubs for intellectual discourse but also as havens of tolerance and respect for all members of the academic community.
US varsity updates policy, allows Sikh students to wear kirpan on campus
The move comes about two months after a Sikh student at the university was arrested on campus for wearing the ceremonial dagger. According to the updated policy, the university will allow students to wear kirpans on campus as long as the blade length is under 3 inches and is "worn close to the body in a sheath at all times". The university also said other religious accommodations, including a request to wear a larger kirpan, can be made to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Report says Canada exploiting Indian students for 'cheap labour'
According to the report, PM Justin Trudeau's government introduced the permit extension move to over 5,00,000 international students already in Canada to potentially work more hours, and stay for 18 months after graduation to seek employment. However, after more than a year, some of these permanent-resident hopefuls have been left without status to work or remain in the country.
Taliban expel schoolgirls who are 13 or older or have reached puberty
Since seizing power last year, the militant group has barred girls who are 13 or older or above the sixth grade from attending school, RFE/RL reported. The expulsions in Kandahar are part of the Taliban's enforcement of its deeply controversial ban, which has fuelled protests inside the country and attracted international condemnation.
China to resume student visas for Indians
"Warmest congrats to #Indian #students! Your patience proves worthwhile. I can really share your excitement & happiness. Welcome back to #China!", Ji Rong, who is Counsellor, Department of Asian Affairs at China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in a tweet. The Chinese embassy in India, on its website, said that it has updated the "Application Procedures and Material Requirements of China Visa", which will be implemented from August 24, and shared steps of the new process.
UN Chief urges all nations to focus on education as top political priority for recovery
"I call on everyone to unite around education as a public good and a top political priority for the recovery and beyond," the UN Chief said in his video message for the International Day of Education, which falls on Monday. The Covid-19 pandemic has caused chaos in education worldwide, said the Secretary-General.
Pakistan education policy contributed to social chasm, faith-based polarisation
PIPS is an Islamabad-based research and advocacy organisation. The institute undertakes independent research and analysis, academic programmes, and hands-on training. Such an education policy was conceived and implemented supposedly for the purpose of national unity and harmony, and it entailed rote learning, teaching of vague and confusing ideologies, as well as limitations on academic freedom on campuses.
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