Governor Faisal Karim Kundi expressed concern over unpaid salaries and pensions to teaching and administrative staff at several universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the University of Peshawar. He criticized the provincial government for its alleged neglect of university employees' welfare, citing instances where millions were spent on election campaigns while the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party continued to suffer defeats despite promises made by its leaders.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1303468-governor-resents-non-release-of-salaries-to-varsitiesMalaysia is expanding its elective language offerings to include Thai, Khmer, and Vietnamese to support regional collaboration and prepare students for the changing job market. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek emphasized the need for multilingual, adaptable, and culturally competent youth to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving economy. The country is aligning its reforms with the Asean Work Plan on Education, focusing on curriculum reform, teacher development, and industry-linked technical and vocational education and training.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/04/21/fadhlina-malaysia-to-teach-thai-khmer-and-vietnamese-as-elective-languages-in-schools-to-boost-asean-ties/173883Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 as a small environmental movement led by Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, who envisioned a day of education and activism after witnessing the devastating effects of an oil spill in California. With the help of activist Denis Hayes, Nelson organized rallies and demonstrations across the US, with over 20 million Americans participating. The success of Earth Day directly led to landmark legislation such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Today, Earth Day is observed in over 190 countries, inspiring people to make a positive impact on the planet.
https://www.ndtv.com/offbeat/earth-day-2025-history-significance-wishes-and-quotes-8215826#pfrom=home-ndtv_offbeatThe Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (UPMSP) has announced the results for Class 10 and 12 exams, with over 1.34 lakh teachers assigned to check copies. The results can be accessed on the official website upmsp.edu.in or NDTV's Result Page (ndtv.com/education/results). Last year, the UP Board announced its results on April 20 at 2pm. In the 2024 results, girls outperformed boys in both Class 10 and Class 12 exams, with girls achieving pass percentages of 93.40% and 88.42%, respectively, compared to 86.05% and 77.78% for boys.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/up-board-10th-12th-result-2025-scorecards-likely-to-be-released-today-over-55-lakh-students-await-8214617#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe West Bengal Class 12th Result 2025 can be checked by visiting the official website wbchse.wb.gov.in, where students need to enter their roll number and date of birth to view their results. The previous year's pass percentage was 90%, with specific percentages for different score ranges: 40.92% scored 60%, 22.38% scored 70%, 8.47% achieved 80%, and 1.23% secured 90%.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/west-bengal-board-class-12th-result-when-will-scorecards-be-out-check-past-trends-8215592#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationZeeshan Younas, in-charge of Islamabad Campus at National College of Arts (NCA), emphasizes the importance of skill development for future artists during the first year of the program. He highlights cultivating creativity, discipline, and a strong technical foundation as key components of this focus.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1303450-nca-nurtures-future-artists-by-instilling-strong-foundation-in-critical-thinkingThe Erasmus Mundus Scholarship offers a comprehensive package of benefits to selected students, including a full tuition fee waiver, visa expenses, travel allowance, and monthly stipend for living expenses. The scholarship is designed for one to two years and covers classroom learning, research, thesis writing, and defense. Students can choose from either a joint degree or multiple degrees, with the option to select their preferred type at application time. Eligible candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, be a resident of an eligible country, have valid English proficiency scores, and not have previously received an Erasmus Mundus grant in the same academic period.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/no-fees-no-living-costs-study-for-free-at-top-european-universities-through-this-scholarship-8216530#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationCommunity colleges in Michigan may modify their programs based on the relationship between the college and its location or the students it serves, according to Johnson. Different boards of trustees have varying risk tolerance and responsiveness to different constituencies. For example, Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) is considering changes at the Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Affairs to better serve a larger group of students.
https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2025/04/grcc-will-evaluate-scholarships-in-response-to-trump-dei-directives.htmlUS Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sent a letter to Harvard demanding detailed records on foreign student visa holders' illegal and violent activities by April 30, 2025, or risk losing SEVP certification. The university has 6,793 international students, who make up 27.2% of its enrollment. Harvard relies heavily on global enrollment, with many paying full tuition, including those from families earning over $200,000. The US Department of Education is requesting records on money received from foreign sources, citing incomplete and inaccurate disclosures between 2014 and 2019.
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