Sindh 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.htmlA 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.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/andhra-pradesh/ap-shifted-from-phase-of-destruction-to-path-of-development-lokesh-1884953The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) plans to host mock parliaments across India to educate young people about the 'darkest period' of the nation's democratic history, specifically the imposition of Emergency in 1975. BJP MP Sambit Patra stated that the party aims to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future by educating the youth about the "serious sin" committed by the Congress during that time. The mock parliaments will be part of a nationwide campaign marking 50 years since the imposition of Emergency, which saw civil liberties suspended and democratic institutions controlled by the central government.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/national/bjp-to-host-mock-parliament-to-educate-youth-on-sins-during-emergency/D2L, a global learning technology company, is hosting its annual user conference, D2L Fusion in Savannah, Georgia from July 21–23, 2025. Ryan Leak, New York Times best-selling author and dynamic communicator, will be the keynote speaker at the event. Last year's Fusion sold out early, and spots for 2025 are filling up quickly. The theme of this year's conference, "Ignite the Joy of Learning," explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on learning experiences. D2L is set to announce new innovations designed to enhance learner and educator engagement, with a focus on leveraging technology to deliver personalized and innovative experiences for its 20.5 million learners worldwide.
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