Leaders from various university associations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa gathered to protest, citing the province's failure to provide financial support to its universities despite it becoming a provincial subject after the 18th Constitutional Amendment. The group, including Dr Dilnawaz and Arbab Amir Khusro, warned that public universities are on the verge of collapse due to lack of funding, which would ultimately burden students and their families already struggling with inflation and unemployment.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1321044-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-budget-protesting-employees-ask-govt-to-allocate-funds-for-universitiesThe Malaysian government has announced that it will waive education levy payments for all private learning institutions starting January 1, 2026. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim made the announcement to reduce the financial burden on these institutions, allowing them to improve resources and learning materials. The exemption applies to preschools, primary and secondary schools, vocational colleges, and institutions of higher learning, in response to feedback from education and training institutions that appealed for support to ease operational pressures.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/06/14/anwar-private-preschools-to-universities-exempt-from-education-levy-for-one-year-from-jan-1/180309Ron Austin, a Fairfield, California resident, is set to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in political science from UC Davis after completing the remaining credits he left unfinished decades ago.
https://www.ocregister.com/2025/06/13/uc-davis-student-graduates-after-more-than-47-years/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_education