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Saudi Arabia Opens First Specialized Mathematics School in Jeddah
Worldsaudi-gazette8d ago

Saudi Arabia Opens First Specialized Mathematics School in Jeddah

Saudi Arabia has opened its first specialized mathematics school in Jeddah, marking a new development in the country's education sector. Meanwhile, the Education Ministry announced that students could be barred from school transport for a year due to violations.

Pralhad Joshi Takes Charge as India's New Education Minister
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Pralhad Joshi Takes Charge as India's New Education Minister

Pralhad Joshi has assumed office as India's new education minister, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan. His appointment follows a period of student protests and discussions surrounding educational policies.

Indian Education Minister Resigns Amid Student Protests
PoliticsBBCberlingskeDW+13France 24NHK Worldtelexn1-serbiaobservadorTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+5 more1mo ago16 sources

Indian Education Minister Resigns Amid Student Protests

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following days of widespread student protests, leading to the cessation of demonstrations. Government officials, including Amit Shah, commented on the resignation, with some calling it a 'master stroke' and others emphasizing the importance of youth and students.

South Korea Bans Level Tests for English Kindergartens
TechnologyKorea Herald1mo ago

South Korea Bans Level Tests for English Kindergartens

South Korea's Education Ministry announced that English-language kindergartens and private preschool education providers will be prohibited from using tests or evaluations for admissions or class placement starting October 1, with fines up to 3 million won for non-compliance.

Ghanaian Teacher on the Run After Viral Video Incident
Worldmyjoyonline2mo ago

Ghanaian Teacher on the Run After Viral Video Incident

A teacher from Bole Senior High School in Ghana is reportedly on the run following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing him engaged in sexual misconduct, prompting the Ministry of Education to seek public assistance.

German Data on Migrant Education Sparks Debate
Politicsrzeczpospolita2mo ago

German Data on Migrant Education Sparks Debate

Official data from Germany reveals that over 70 percent of young Syrians and Afghans lack completed vocational education, fueling debate on migration policy, though the education ministry notes a lack of formal qualifications does not equate to a lack of skills.

Portugal Bans Smartphone Use in Schools Through Ninth Grade
Politicspublicoobservador16h ago2 sources

Portugal Bans Smartphone Use in Schools Through Ninth Grade

Portugal’s education ministry has officially enacted a nationwide ban prohibiting students from using smartphones in schools through the ninth grade. The policy aims to reduce classroom distractions and improve academic focus among younger pupils.

Investigation Underway into Alleged Sexual Assault at Bolgatanga Girls SHS
Politicsmyjoyonline8d ago

Investigation Underway into Alleged Sexual Assault at Bolgatanga Girls SHS

An investigation has been launched into the alleged sexual assault of a student with autism at Bolgatanga Girls Senior High School, leading to the arrest of two watchmen. The Education Ministry has condemned the incident and ordered the victim's reinstatement to boarding status, while a Member of Parliament has called for the victim's protection.

Ghana Education Ministry on SHS Readiness for 2026 BECE Graduates
Worldmyjoyonline24d ago

Ghana Education Ministry on SHS Readiness for 2026 BECE Graduates

Ghana's Education Ministry has affirmed that senior high schools across the country are prepared to accommodate students who sat for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and are awaiting placement, despite existing infrastructure challenges.

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Amit Shah of Ordering Force on Students, Sparks Uproar
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Rahul Gandhi Accuses Amit Shah of Ordering Force on Students, Sparks Uproar

Rahul Gandhi has accused Amit Shah of ordering the use of force on protesting students, sparking a major uproar in the Lok Sabha and prompting the BJP to demand proof. Gandhi also criticized the resignation of Pradhan, stating the RSS truly ran the education ministry.

Malaysia Halts Form Six Transfer to Higher Education Ministry
Politicsmalay-mail1mo ago

Malaysia Halts Form Six Transfer to Higher Education Ministry

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the transfer of Form Six from the Education Ministry to the Higher Education Ministry has been put on hold. He emphasized that Form Six will remain under the Education Ministry but should be treated as a pre-university program.

Portuguese Education Ministry Audit Finds Exam Image Compromised 'Rigor'
Worldobservador2mo ago

Portuguese Education Ministry Audit Finds Exam Image Compromised 'Rigor'

An audit requested by the Portuguese Ministry of Education concluded that security and confidentiality procedures were followed in the 12th-grade Portuguese exam, but the use of a manual image compromised its 'rigor' without intention. This comes amid concerns about the integrity of the exam.

Israeli Court Overturns Ban on Pro-Peace Program
Worldjerusalem-post2mo ago

Israeli Court Overturns Ban on Pro-Peace Program

An Israeli court has overturned the Education Ministry's ban on an educational pro-peace program, which has been operated by Israeli facilitators since the closure of the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

Students Protest Demanding Education Minister's Resignation
Politicshindustan-times2mo ago

Students Protest Demanding Education Minister's Resignation

Students are protesting outside the education ministry, demanding the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, with a petition signed by 8 lakh people and claims of 1 crore affected individuals. The protest is being supported by the CJP founder, who returned from the US to join the demonstration.

Serbia Confirms Student Data Secure After Education Ministry Cyberattack
Politicsn1-serbiadanas18h ago2 sources

Serbia Confirms Student Data Secure After Education Ministry Cyberattack

The Serbian Ministry of Education has assured the public that sensitive information regarding student loan and scholarship applications was not compromised during a recent cyberattack. Officials emphasized that core academic records and financial data remained protected throughout the incident.

Politicsmyjoyonline7d ago

Ghana Education Ministry Spokesperson Challenged Over Textbook Claims

Yaw Opoku Mensah, spokesperson for former Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has challenged the current Education Minister’s spokesperson to verify his facts. This comes after claims were made on Joy Prime that no textbooks were developed or provided for junior high and primary schools.

Hackers Claim Theft of French Education Ministry Data
Worldle-mondele-figaro10d ago2 sources

Hackers Claim Theft of French Education Ministry Data

Following a previous attack on tax data, the hacking group ZeroBytes has claimed responsibility for a massive data breach targeting the French Ministry of National Education, potentially compromising information on millions of students, teachers, and parents.

Serbian Education Ministry Urged to Withdraw Law Amendments
Politicsn1-serbia15d ago

Serbian Education Ministry Urged to Withdraw Law Amendments

The Association of Friends of Children of Serbia has called on teachers, parents, students, and citizens to demand the complete withdrawal of amendments to the education law by the Ministry of Education. The action aims to address concerns about the state of schools in Serbia.

Korean teachers doubt new plan to protect their rights
PoliticsKorea Herald2mo ago

Korean teachers doubt new plan to protect their rights

Teachers' groups in Korea have expressed skepticism regarding the Education Ministry's plan to create a new division dedicated to protecting teachers' rights. They fear it may be a 'makeshift solution without a control tower' rather than a substantive change.

Cyprus Announces New Special Education Unit
Worldcyprus-mail2mo ago

Cyprus Announces New Special Education Unit

President Nikos Christodoulides announced the creation of a new special education and inclusion unit within the education ministry, consolidating existing services as part of key reforms shaped by children's input.

Suppliers Picket Over Unpaid Free SHS Debt in Ghana
Businessmyjoyonline2mo ago

Suppliers Picket Over Unpaid Free SHS Debt in Ghana

The National Association of Institutional Suppliers is picketing the Education Ministry over an unpaid GH¢50 million Free SHS debt. Suppliers question why funds exist for World Cup tickets while their payments remain outstanding.