STUDENTS REACTIONS
Green Cards for Grads: Trump’s new vote magnet?
Former President Donald Trump's proposal to grant Green Cards to foreign graduates could reshape international student dynamics and immigration policies, impacting countries like Canada, Australia, and the UK. However, uncertainties remain regarding the feasibility and implications of this initiative.
IIT Bombay slaps Rs 1.2 lakh fine on students for derogatory "Ramayana" play
IIT Bombay has fined eight students for staging a play deemed derogatory to the Ramayana during its Performing Arts Festival. The disciplinary action followed complaints alleging the play mocked cultural and religious values. Graduating students were fined ₹1.2 lakh each, and juniors were fined ₹40,000 each. The controversy sparked a debate on artistic freedom and respect for religious sentiments, with opinions divided on the institute's decision.
FIR against non-local medical student after his social media post against the Prophet
J&K police registered a case for a blasphemous post at GMC Srinagar, leading to protests and student suspensions.
Patna school set on fire after discovery of 4-year-old student's body in drain
An enraged mob set a Patna school on fire after a student's body was found on the premises. Patna SP Chandra Prakash stated, "In the CCTV we saw that the child was entering the school but at no point, he can be seen leaving the school premises." Three persons have been detained as the investigation continues.
Dubai CEO sparks debate by advising students to choose universities with fewer Indians
Dubai-based CEO has ignited a debate online with her controversial advice for Indian students considering higher education abroad. In a post on X, Shreya Pattar, founder of Shreya Pattar Ventures, suggested that students should prioritise international universities with fewer Indian students to avoid what she described as "toxic Indian patterns."
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak asks university chiefs to fight antisemitism
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak urged university leaders to address rising antisemitic abuse on campuses seeking a zero-tolerance approach. This comes amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. The government emphasized the importance of free debate while condemning hate speech. Sunak's meeting with university heads aims to inform guidance on combatting antisemitism on campus. The Office for Students plans to impose sanctions on universities failing to address harassment adequately. Additional funding will support Jewish students through the University Jewish Chaplaincy.
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Pakistan Lunar Mission: What are CubeSats? How big are they? Internet reactions and more
Pakistan's debut lunar satellite mission was launched Friday on board China's first lunar probe mission to collect samples from the far side of the Moon. The 53-day-long Chang'e-6 mission will collect samples for the first time from the far side of the moon and bring them for scientific studies. This is the first time that China has included an orbiter from its all-weather ally Pakistan in its moon mission.
Who is Asna Tabassum, USC student valedictorian barred from giving graduation speech over pro-Palestinian social media posts
USC has barred Asna Tabassum, the 2024 valedictorian, from delivering her speech at the commencement ceremony due to allegations of antisemitism in her pro-Palestinian social media posts. Tabassum, a Muslim biomedical engineering student, expressed shock and disappointment at the decision, which she believes is influenced by hate. The University cited security and disruption concerns amid escalating tensions surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict.
'Ants found in mines of DU's Dayal Singh canteen': Video showing ants in samosas goes viral, other college students say 'Me Too'
A viral Instagram video at Dyal Singh College reveals samosas with dead ants, sparking food safety worries. Online reactions vary, from humorous to critical. Similar incidents have occurred in universities before, like at JGU. College administrations promise thorough investigations and improved food safety measures.
The unprecedented rise of UK's prospect over US as the top study abroad destination
The international education landscape shift, influenced by the pandemic and policy changes, has intensified competition for admissions. Students are now considering UK over US due to cost differentials, while US continues to attract students with its educational excellence and future prospects.
Gujarat University case: Police arrest two, form nine teams to probe incident
Around 300 international students from Kazakhstan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan and Sri Lanka are currently studying at the Gujarat University while around 70 students stay in the Hostel Block A, where the incident took place. Talking about the incident, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik informed the media that the incident had taken place around 10.30 pm on Saturday, when the foreign students were praying in the hostel building.
Ed Sheeran spreads joy in Mumbai schools, serenades students with 'Shape of You' performance: Watch
International music sensation Ed Sheeran recently arrived in Mumbai ahead of his highly anticipated performance. During his visit, he took time to connect with local schoolchildren, sharing music and moments of joy. A heartwarming video of his surprise school visit quickly went viral, showcasing Sheeran's genuine interaction with the students. Dressed casually, he delighted the kids by playing his hit song 'Shape of You' on his guitar.
Student converts electric toy car into racing car, sets new world record
A German student, Marcel Paul, set a new Guinness World Record for the fastest ride-on toy car (modified) with a speed of 148.454 km/h (92.24 mph). Paul, a student of electrical engineering, spent ten months researching and modifying the toy car. His achievement was celebrated by Guinness World Records on Instagram, where the video of his record-breaking ride garnered over 5.3 lakh views and nearly 18,000 likes.
AI system learnt, recreated award-winning chemical reactions in lab on its own, study describes
'Coscientist' was able to pull off pertains to organic chemistry and is known as palladium-catalysed cross couplings, which in 2010 earned its human inventors the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in recognition of the role of these reactions in pharmaceutical development process.
26 year old Indian doctoral student shot dead inside car in US
Aaditya Adlakha, a 26-year-old Indian doctoral student at the University of Cincinnati, died in a tragic Ohio shooting. Found shot inside a crashed vehicle, he later succumbed to injuries. The incident occurred following a report of gunfire, leaving his car riddled with bullets. Described as kind and intelligent, he pursued research on neuroimmune interactions. No arrests have been made, leaving the community mourning a loss described as sudden and senseless.
Gen Z workers earn lower salaries while working longer hours, says a viral TikToker
The 21-year-old passionately defended her generation, highlighting the tough reality of working for lower salaries while grappling with the exorbitant cost of living. She ardently argued, "Gen Z works just as hard as people before us, with lower salaries and higher costs of living."
Students with Type-I diabetes in Maharashtra now allowed snacks in classroom
In type 1 diabetes, pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin or doesn't produce it at all. Due to the lack of insulin, blood sugar cannot enter the cells and accumulates in the bloodstream.
Nepal: First batch of 254 students, stranded amid Israel-Hamas war, land in Kathmandu
The Government of Nepal has announced further arrangements to bring back citizens from Israel, following the arrival of the first batch of evacuees in Kathmandu. A Nepal Airlines aircraft landed in Kathmandu, bringing back 254 Nepali students who were evacuated from Israel. The Nepali Embassy in Tel Aviv had registered citizens who wanted to be relocated to safer areas or return to Nepal. A total of 557 citizens have registered, with 503 wanting to return to Nepal.
Nervous, scared, in touch with Embassy, say Indian students after Hamas' attack on Israel
Indian students in Israel are feeling nervous and scared amid the recent terrorist attack by Hamas. They are in constant contact with the Indian Embassy and have found shelter and support from the Israeli police forces and the Indian community. The attack, which included rocket fire and Hamas terrorists entering Israeli towns, has resulted in casualties and injuries.
Kolkata's AJC Bose college bans 'indecent dresses' like torn jeans, asks students to sign affidavit
Kolkata's Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College has implemented a strict dress code for first-year students, requiring them to sign an affidavit promising not to wear torn/artificial torn jeans or indecent clothes inside the campus. While some students disagree with the decision, others argue that dress codes are common in colleges.
What's wrong with India's education system? Kota's rising suicide cases have all the answers
The fact that this coaching city has seen student suicides rising from 15 last year to 23 this year, shows that there are tectonic challenges in our education system. Infact, this Kota-like high pressure culture is very much part of a 'national problem'. The 2021 National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report said that 864 people below 18 years died by suicide in 2021 due to 'failure in examinations', which is 1% of the total suicides in the country.
Pakistani student says moon, sun revolve around earth. Watch viral video
A video of a student from a madrassa in Pakistan claiming that the moon and sun revolve around the earth has gone viral. The student asserts that the earth is stationary and the sun and earth revolve around it, attributing weather and day/night phenomena to this theory.
India-born college student is first Republican to enter US Senate race in Wisconsin
Rejani Raveendran, a 37-year-old Indian-American, has announced her candidacy for the US Senate for Wisconsin, becoming the first Republican to stand against Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin. A mother of three, Raveendran, who has never run for office in the state before, said she stood because she was concerned the political landscape had become dominated by polished politicians and that there was a need for a change.
‘Blessed or cursed?', asks AR Rahman over the use of AI in schools to monitor students; check netizens' reactions
Music composer AR Rahman has reacted to AI-powered headbands being worn by school students in China that claim to document the attention levels of students, monitor their behaviour and keep track of their activities.
80-year-old Class 5 question paper attracts numerous reactions on social media. See details
An 80-year-old question paper for Class 5, which was posted on social media by a netizen, has attracted many reactions from the users.
Ashneer Grover's comment on comparison with Ankur Warikoo receives mixed reactions on social media
Ashneer Grover has made scathing remarks after he was compared with Ankur Warikoo during an event at a management college. Grover was offended when a student compared him to Warikoo and made a joke at Warikoo's expense in response.
BBC Documentary: Several students manhandled, 'detained' during protest over DU action, alleges AISA
"Students who gathered for the indefinite strike against debarring of two students from DU have been beaten and detained by Delhi Police and DU Guards. As many as 25 students have been detained," All India Students' Association (AISA) Delhi president Abhigyan told PTI.
Pakistani students celebrate Bollywood Day, dressing up as Raj, Devdas, and more
Students from Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) in Pakistan celebrated their farewell by dressing up as famous Bollywood characters and enacting their dialogues.
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