Sindh's proposed budget for FY26 includes Rs 15 billion for new development initiatives, Rs 12 billion for flood rehabilitation and Karachi urban infrastructure development, and Rs 45 billion for SDG-aligned development. The province has reduced its Annual Development Programme (ADP) size from Rs 595 billion to Rs 520 billion due to anticipated federal transfers shortfall. Only 475 new schemes have been proposed, focusing on high-priority areas like flood rehabilitation, renewable energy, and uplift of divisional headquarters. The budget allocations for major sectors are Rs 96.7 billion for Education, Rs 45.4 billion for Health, and Rs 155.2 billion for Energy.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40367692/sindh-sets-record-with-rs1trn-development-budget-for-fy26UCI's dedication to access and affordability is evident in its high percentage of first-generation college students receiving bachelor's degrees. The university has seen a significant number of students transfer from community colleges, with nearly one-third of bachelor's degree recipients coming from this background. Chancellor Howard Gillman praised the graduating class for embodying the university's commitment to providing a world-class education to students regardless of their financial circumstances, promoting upward economic mobility.
https://www.ocregister.com/2025/06/13/uci-to-confer-more-than-8600-degrees-at-commencements-through-monday/A new book titled "Nalanda: Greater Than a FAQ List" by R. Suresh explores the history and significance of Nalanda University, a renowned ancient Indian institution known for its academic excellence. The book delves into the daily life of monks at Nalanda, including their debates, interactions with foreign visitors, and the university's impact on the world.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/lifestyle/booksart/book-review-nalanda-greater-than-a-faq-list-1885159Lady Louise, a 21-year-old student at St Andrews University in Scotland, has kept a low profile this year due to her focus on final exams. The university, famous for being where the Prince and Princess of Wales met in 2001, is now where Lady Louise is pursuing her English degree. She's also actively involved with the Officers' Training Corps, participating in basic weapons training and leadership development.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1321202-lady-louise-misses-king-charles-birthday-parade-after-last-years-eventThe 39th conference of Madurai Division LIC Working Women’s Sub-Committee passed several resolutions addressing gender justice and equality. T. Chitra, sub-committee convenor, emphasized the importance of a broader understanding of gender and equality among workers. Transgender activist C. Priya Babu highlighted the need to honor transgender individuals and recognized their historical significance in Tamil society. The conference also felicitated N. Samyuktha, a seven-year-old taekwondo trainer who holds a Guinness World Record, and Kavi Sundar, a transgender doctor. Resolutions passed included strict laws to curb sexual violence, childcare centers, legal safeguards for transgender persons, and a special law to prevent caste-based honour killings.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/call-for-gender-justice-marks-lic-womens-conference-in-madurai/article69695000.eceThe University Grants Commission (UGC) has handed over Letters of Intent (LoIs) to five globally acclaimed universities - University of Aberdeen, University of York, University of Western Australia, Illinois Institute of Technology, and Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) - to set up campuses in Maharashtra as part of the "EduCity" initiative. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended the event at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai. The five universities will offer classes starting from the next academic year, focusing on priority areas like STEM and business education, with the government acting as a facilitator to ensure global academic standards at lower costs for Indian students.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/global-universities-at-your-doorstep-five-foreign-institutions-set-to-open-campuses-in-navi-mumbai-8667996?pfrom=home-ndtv_educationIndonesia's Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti has emphasized the government's commitment to providing equal access to quality education for all citizens. The ministry aims to revitalize over 11,000 educational institutions nationwide with a budget of approximately $1.03 billion. Under President Prabowo Subianto's direction, the digitalization of education is being implemented through the distribution of smart boards to schools, including in regions like Gorontalo and East Kalimantan. The government also prioritizes improving teachers' quality and welfare by providing financial aid for bachelor's degrees and contract teachers, with a maximum monthly assistance of $18.44 per month.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/359353/minister-muti-highlights-govt-commitment-to-quality-education?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=top_newsA new survey by Global Work AI has revealed that a college degree no longer guarantees skilled work in today's AI-powered global job economy. The study found that middle-level professionals are taking side gigs to survive, while tech roles remain out of reach. Despite 62.75% of job seekers having completed higher education, qualified specialists are actively seeking unskilled jobs such as data entry and customer service positions.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-great-ai-underemployment-push-is-laid-bare-as-more-qualified-specialists-are-now-actively-seeking-unskilled-jobs-research-saysThe Department of Education (DepEd) is proposed to adopt the TaRL (Teaching for Reading and Literacy) program as part of its literacy and numeracy strategy, aiming to improve reading skills among students. The plan includes integrating "transitioning readers" into all literacy intervention programs, providing an eight-week remediation period at the start of every school year, and offering incentives for teachers who participate in the program. Additionally, the DepEd seeks to involve local government units and villages in learner follow-up and attendance, building on existing initiatives rather than starting from scratch.
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