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Karnataka's School Merger Plan Sparks Public Outcry

A proposal to merge 79 low-enrolment government primary schools with Karnataka Public Schools in Chamarajanagar district faces backlash. Activists allege a covert shutdown, while officials cite demand for English-medium education. Read the full story.

Schools in Punjab, Haryana Celebrate Christmas with Joy

Educational institutions across Punjab and Haryana embraced the festive spirit, organizing vibrant Christmas celebrations filled with carols, plays, and messages of peace and harmony. Read more about the joyous events.

NZ Census: 'No Religion' Majority, Christian Numbers Decline

New Zealand's 2023 census reveals over 50% have 'No Religion' as Christian denominations decline. This follows a protest by a Pentecostal pastor against a Sikh Nagar Kirtan, drawing criticism from MPs. Sikh & Hindu populations grow.

Karnataka to appoint 12,000 teachers, set up 900 schools

Karnataka's Education Minister announces a major recruitment drive for 12,000 teachers and the establishment of 900 Karnataka Public Schools to address staff shortages and improve access. Read the full plan here.

Activists detained in Mumbai over Marathi school protest

Mumbai police detained several activists, including a former MP, during a protest against the closure and redevelopment of BMC-run Marathi-medium schools. Read the full story on the civic body's response and the model code of conduct hurdle.

IIT Kanpur Trains Varanasi Teachers in AI & Coding for Schools

Ten Varanasi teachers, trained at IIT Kanpur, will now teach AI, cybersecurity, and coding to students in government schools. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and empower young minds with future-ready skills. Discover how Uttar Pradesh is

375 Karnataka Schools Switch to CBSE Syllabus Since 2022

Data shows 375 private schools in Karnataka migrated from state to CBSE syllabus between 2022-2024. Experts cite parental perception, flexible norms, and curriculum quality as key drivers. Explore the detailed analysis.

Woman attacked in Mirzapur over conversion pressure

A 20-year-old woman in Mirzapur was brutally attacked by her ex-boyfriend after she refused to convert her religion. Police have registered a case under the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act. Read the full details.

Kerala CM likens Jamaat-e-Islami to Hindutva forces

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan equated Jamaat-e-Islami with Hindutva groups, stating both promote religion-based nationalism. He drew parallels to Mussolini and Hitler's ideologies. Read the full report.

Joe Rogan: Jesus Could Return as an AI Program

Joe Rogan's surprising take on Jesus returning as artificial intelligence on a 2025 podcast ignited a massive debate on tech, faith, and modern culture. Read the full story here.

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