The Tamil Nadu government's TRUST exam programme, which assesses students' reasoning and comprehension skills in mathematics, social studies, mental ability, and science, has awarded scholarships to 4,130 students from rural schools. The programme provides a monthly stipend of Rs 1,000 for four years to students from low-income families. However, the number of students scoring above 50 marks out of 100 has declined compared to the previous year, prompting calls for reforms to benefit deserving students in Tamil Nadu.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/national/trust-scholarship-amount-row-tn-rural-students-seeks-raise/In Kosovo, organizations such as the Voice of Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptians (VORAE) are working to promote education among minority communities. VORAE provides training, academic support, and mentorship to high-school graduates, with a notable focus on empowering young women from these groups. For example, out of 100 students in one of their programs, 58 were female. Education officer Bajram Ilazi notes that the initiative has been successful in encouraging more girls to pursue higher education, with many serving as role models for others in their communities.
https://www.rferl.org/a/roma-kosovo-higher-education-discrimination/33259375.htmlItalian student activist Francesca is concerned about the lack of sex education in universities, which she believes can lead to problems such as genital infections and disrespected relationships among students. She aims to address this issue by creating programs that promote healthy attitudes and behaviors related to sexuality through her profession. Her goal is to empower individuals with informed choices about their sexual health, where consent and fulfillment are the guiding principles.
https://cryptocurrencynewsroom.com/genitali-anale-la-prontuario-completa-al-sesso/Nevada State Assemblywoman candidate Hanadi is endorsed by a range of organizations including the Nevada State Educators Association, SEIU Nevada, Planned Parenthood Votes Nevada, and the American Federation of Labor & Congress of Industrial Organizations. She has committed to increasing educators' salaries, decreasing class sizes, and implementing a permanent school breakfast and lunch program for all students. Hanadi also advocates for affordable healthcare, women's rights, and environmental protection, including investing in clean energy and limiting pollution. Additionally, she supports legislation introducing background checks for gun owners and addressing the state's high gun suicide rate.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/583586-hanadi-nadeem-how-a-us-pakistani-woman-made-it-to-nevada-assemblyThe Indian government has introduced a new e-student visa program through its Study in India (SII) portal. The program allows foreign students to apply for an e-student visa, while their dependents are eligible for an e-student-x visa. To apply, students must register on the SII portal and receive an admission offer from one of its over 600 partner institutes, which offer more than 8,000 courses across various disciplines. The e-student visa is valid for up to five years and can be extended within India.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/india-introduces-2-special-category-visas-for-international-students-check-details-7405248#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe Jordanian government has implemented measures to create a stable environment for investors, including streamlined processes and privileges, as well as access to essential services such as healthcare and education. The goal is to attract new investments, create jobs, increase revenues, and address economic challenges, ultimately contributing to improved living standards for citizens and driving development in line with the Economic Modernisation Vision.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/business/531-investors-granted-jordanian-citizenship-2024R. Krishnaiah, president of the National BC Welfare Association and BJP Rajya Sabha member from AP, has called on the state government to reinstate the full mess charges scheme for students from the BC, SC, and ST communities pursuing higher education in universities. The scheme was withdrawn in 1994 and replaced with a fixed amount that is insufficient to cover the average annual mess dues of ₹30,000, leaving students struggling to pay their fees. Krishnaiah also demanded immediate payment of ₹4,000 crore in fee reimbursement arrears, citing delays that are preventing students from receiving certificates, finding employment, or pursuing higher education. He further highlighted the need for own buildings for 300 BC hostels and 330 BC Gurukul schools.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/telangana/r-krishnaiah-urges-government-to-restore-full-mess-charges-scheme-for-bc-sc-st-students-1852188MQM-P leader Dr Farooq Sattar has accused officials of educational boards in Sindh of deliberately downgrading the results of Karachi's students in matriculation and Intermediate examinations, while upgrading those from rural areas. He claims that this is a conspiracy to ruin the academic careers of urban students, particularly those from Karachi. According to Dr Sattar, up to 67% of Karachi-based students who took the HSSC exams failed, whereas 70% of students from other parts of Sindh passed. He alleges that the results are being manipulated to extort fees from parents for scrutiny and re-examinations, and that merit is being ignored in favor of rural students seeking admission to prestigious universities in cities like Karachi.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1268780-sindh-govt-on-mission-to-ruin-academic-future-of-karachi-s-students-alleges-sattarThe National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has announced that it will close the application process for its entrance examination on January 6, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website nift.ac.in until then. The deadline to submit applications with a late fee of Rs 5,000 begins on January 7 and ends on January 9, 2025. Corrections in the application form will be allowed online from January 10 to 12, 2025. The exam for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and PhD courses will be held on February 9, 2025, in 82 cities across the country in both Hindi and English mediums.
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