Interim Budget 2024: The Lingering Debate on Education’s 6% GDP Share

As the nation eagerly anticipates the presentation of the Interim Budget 2024 on February 1, the age-old debate on allocating 6% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to the public education system has once again taken center stage.

Tamil Nadu School Education Department Joins Forces with Microsoft to Propel AI-based Education Across the State

The School Education Department of Tamil Nadu has teamed up with Microsoft to scale up the Technology Education and Learning Support (TEALS) initiative throughout the state.

Government proposes ‘one nation, one student ID’ and online school admissions to revolutionize education system

In a major step towards making education more accessible and efficient, the Union government has proposed the integration of education records of all school students into its ‘one nation, one student ID’ initiative.

Budget 2024: Pharma Industry Urges More Tax Breaks for R&D, Innovation, and Increased Healthcare Spending

Amidst the anticipation surrounding the upcoming Union Budget on February 1, the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry has outlined a comprehensive wishlist for Budget 2024.

Union Health Minister Unveils Ambitious ‘One District One Medical College’ Initiative for Comprehensive Healthcare in India

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Sunday that the government has initiated a new education policy inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s principles.

Maldives Government Suspends Ministers Over Derogatory Remarks Against PM Modi

The Maldives government took swift action on Sunday, suspending three ministers—Mariyam Shiuna, Malsha Shareef, and Mahzoom Majid—over their derogatory remarks against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Truck Drivers’ Nationwide Protests Cease Following Government Assurances on New Hit-and-Run Law

In a pivotal development, the nationwide protests led by truck drivers against the recently proposed hit-and-run law have come to an end after the government provided assurances.

Challenges Faced by Goa’s People with Disabilities in Employment Explored at International Purple Fest

As part of the ongoing International Purple Fest in Goa, a panel discussion titled “Championing Inclusivity: Sharing Experiences in Employing People with Disabilities (PwDs)” shed light on the challenges.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Welcomes Akansha Sriram as VP-HR in Leadership Reshuffle

Kotak Mahindra Bank has bolstered its leadership team with the recent appointment of Akansha Sriram as the Vice President of Human Resources. Sriram, who previously served at Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited, brings a wealth of experience to her new role.

G-Eazy Set to Ignite Indian Stages with Maiden Tour

American rapper G-Eazy is bringing a wave of excitement to music enthusiasts in India with the announcement of his maiden tour in the country. The tour, exclusively produced by Spacebound, the producers of Asia’s largest dance music festival.

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 to Grace Indian Shores Amidst Elections

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to host the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 in India, despite the coinciding general elections. The cricket extravaganza is slated to kick off on March 22.