The Philippines is set to adopt a digitally empowered government, with ICT playing a crucial role in governance, economies, and societies globally. The E-Governance Act aims to create a unified digital platform called eGovPH, which will integrate agency databases and portals, and designate chief information officers in each government department.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/15/news/national/e-governance-is-anti-corruption/2133093Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has announced significant investments in strengthening sustainable local government systems in the province. The budget allocates Rs147 billion to local councils, including a 30% increase in salaries, and Rs24 billion to the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC). Additionally, funds have been allocated for infrastructure development, pensioners' support, and recreational spaces, with projects underway in various areas of Karachi, including Clifton Block-5.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1321049-rs123-62bn-earmarked-for-local-government-development-in-fy2025-26A 90-year-old resident of Whiddon Easton Park Nursing Home in Australia is advocating for older adults to be included in school curricula, citing the importance of intergenerational learning and understanding. Emily Kowal, a prominent advocate for seniors' rights, believes that incorporating discussions about aging and elderly care into educational programs can foster empathy and break down age-related stereotypes.
https://www.smh.com.au/politics/nsw/why-talking-to-a-90-year-old-should-be-part-of-every-school-s-curriculum-20250611-p5m6i4.htmlSheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan commended Khalifa University's role in producing a new cohort of engineering, science, and medicine graduates. President Ebrahim Al Hajri expressed gratitude to Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his support, while also thanking Sheikh Khaled for attending the ceremony. Khalifa University has achieved rankings in Asia and globally, including 1st in the UAE and 37th in Asia in THE Asia University Rankings 2025. The university developed a solar-powered device that produces freshwater from seawater without generating brine, attracting interest from major companies like ADNOC.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2025/06/14/khalifa-university-a-leading-research-institution-khaledThe National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the results of the NEET UG 2025 exam on its official website at neet.nta.nic.in. The results are available for students to check their scorecards and cut-off marks. The NTA has declared the results, marking the end of a long wait for aspiring medical students in India.
https://www.livemint.com/education/neet-ug-result-2025-declared-nta-releases-results-at-neet-nta-nic-in-check-scorecard-cutoff-11749887568024.htmlThe Government of Sindh has allocated significant funding for education in the province. The School Education Department will receive Rs 13.5 billion for the Sindh Education Foundation and grants to Deeni Madaris, while also providing scholarships worth Rs 1.4 billion. In the College Education Department, Rs 2 billion is earmarked for scholarships, with an additional Rs 500 million set aside for students seeking higher education abroad. The Universities & Boards Department will receive Rs 2 billion for intermediate students' exam and registration fees, as well as Rs 1.2 billion for the Board of Intermediate Education in Karachi. Additionally, a vocational training centre is to be established with a budget of Rs 1 billion.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40367628/sindh-education-allocated-rs613bnA team of University of Adelaide students has developed Quixly, an app that uses artificial intelligence to convert academic content into interactive and personalized learning tools. The platform analyzes existing educational material to generate quizzes, flashcards, and study guides with minimal user input, catering to diverse learning styles and needs. With natural language processing and machine learning capabilities, Quixly enhances traditional educational content by adapting presentation formats to suit individual learners' cognitive needs and time constraints. The app's AI engine is refined through user feedback, ensuring continuous improvement and integration with school systems and online platforms, which could streamline classroom workflows and reduce teacher preparation time.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/06/13/australia-ai-powered-edtech-tool-for-personalised-learning/Schools in Andhra Pradesh reopened across the state, with over 60% attendance, as students returned to class after summer vacation. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, as students arrived at school accompanied by family members or on their own, eager to resume academic activities. They were welcomed with mid-day meals and educational kits, marking a fresh start for the new year.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/andhra-pradesh/schools-reopen-in-ap-students-in-high-spirits-1884936Andhra Pradesh has successfully transitioned from a period of destruction to one of development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, according to Education Minister Nara Lokesh. The state government has achieved significant milestones through welfare schemes, including the fulfillment of the Talliki Vandanam scheme, an election promise made by the TD-led government as part of its Super Six agenda.
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