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thehindu.com | 2 hrs. 22 min. ago

Meitei groups, former students criticise ‘media trial’ of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam

Supporters said the professor’s dismissal was rushed, procedurally flawed, and politically charged

thehindu.com | 2 hrs. 23 min. ago

1,993 students graduate from Indian Maritime University during 11th convocation

The graduands included 1,605 seafarers, 13 gold medal winners, 11 silver medal winners, and 4 Ph.D. scholars

globalnews.ca | 2 hrs. 54 min. ago

Montrealers warn against complacency amid French protests

Montrealers took to the streets Saturday to stand in solidarity with France’s high school students that some protesters say are facing “detestable” conditions.

thehindu.com | 4 hrs. 41 min. ago

‘Forcibly removed’: Jamia students staging hunger strike face rustication, campus ban

thehindu.com | 5 hrs. 5 min. ago

Quiz: The Kalam Code

Every year, World Students Day is celebrated in India on October 15, marking the birth of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Here is a quiz on the life and times of the Missile Man of India. Get started!

thehindu.com | 5 hrs. 6 min. ago

Kalam connect: what made him the ‘People’s President’?

Only some people have the character and charisma to connect with most others. Our former President, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, was one of them. Some see him as the ‘Missile Man of India’. Certain others view him as the ‘People’s President’. Others still cherish his association with youngsters, and it is for this reason that his birthday was chosen to be celebrated as World Students’ Day in India.

Regardless of what it is, almost everyone feels a certain connection with Dr. Kalam. Read on to find out more...

thehindu.com | 6 hrs. 17 min. ago

Naga students’ body endorses tribe’s phased bar on ‘illegal immigrants’

The Naga Students’ Federation has urged other Naga organisations to emulate the Angami Public Organisation’s resolution, which will bar “illegal immigrants” from employment, services and property rentals in Angami areas

nypost.com | 6 hrs. 52 min. ago

Hero dad who killed Oregon shooter stalked gunman, army crawled through school window: mom

John killed three students — 5-year-old Rhoam Summer, an 8-year-old, and an 11-year-old — and teacher Megan Lambert, 25.

thehindu.com | 7 hrs. 38 min. ago

Foreign students urged to help foster trade ties with India

thehindu.com | 7 hrs. 39 min. ago

After AMU, Jamia students launch hunger strike over union elections

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 7 hrs. 47 min. ago

Violent Albania Protests Escalate: Student movement confronts Edi Rama; hundreds detained, dozens injured

In Tirana, a large assembly of students is rallying for Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation, citing rampant corruption. Tensions escalated into violent confrontations with riot police, resulting in several injuries. The protests highlight widespread dissatisfaction in Albania linked to job scarcity and corruption, aligning with similar movements across Europe regarding public services and living expenses.

thehindu.com | 8 hrs. 6 min. ago

Information session on education, career openings in Germany on October 27

The session is aimed at attracting Indian students and young professionals who aspire to study and work in Germany.

euronews.com | 8 hrs. 46 min. ago

'We are here to help them,' says yellow vests representative on joining students for nationwide protests

Two separate major protests – one led by trade unions, the other by students – were initially slated to take place in Paris on Saturday. Eyewitnesses say the protests have converged into one massive demonstration demanding government remedies to the ongoing crises.

thehindu.com | 9 hrs. 11 min. ago

Over 20 students of Kozhikode college suspended after group clash over social media post

Though the injured students were admitted to nearby hospitals, some of them clashed there as well

nypost.com | 11 hrs. 12 min. ago

Disabled girl, 7, battles for her life after shot in the face during Oregon school rampage as loved ones pray for ‘fighter’

7-year-old Saylor Graham, a beloved school “Sparrow” known for her pink glasses and bubbly spirit, is fighting for her life after being shot in the Oregon school massacre that killed three students and a teacher.

thehindu.com | 12 hrs. 33 min. ago

Law itself a living conversation: CJI Surya Kant

Earlier, the convocation was postponed after students and alumni of NLSIU, Bengaluru, came out in support of students at NALSAR, Hyderabad, opposing CJI Surya Kant at the convocation over his remarks on the youth of the country

thehindu.com | 13 hrs. 5 min. ago

Two Bengaluru students selected for finals of India’s Young Innovators Samsung Solve 2026

thehindu.com | 13 hrs. 6 min. ago

Youth activists of Congress, CPI(M) clash in Adoor; ex-MLA Mamkootathil booked

Police say three cases registered against activists of the Kerala Students Union, Youth Congress, Students Federation of India, and Democratic Youth Federation of India. Tension began following college union elections at the College of Engineering, Adoor

thehindu.com | 13 hrs. 35 min. ago

T.N. students, youth will not fall for Rahul Gandhi’s ‘false propaganda’, says Nagenthran

theguardian.com | 13 hrs. 38 min. ago

‘Is this too little, too late?’: Cornell students on school’s response to gang-rape allegations

Students say the school is more interested in scapegoating fraternities than in committing to institutional changeIn the wake of a lawsuit over an alleged gang-rape that took place at Cornell University in 2024, the school announced this week that it would be suspending parties and social gatherings at fraternity houses for the remainder of the academic year.Last month, a former student, referred to in court documents by the pseudonym “Jane Doe”, filed a civil lawsuit against multiple parties, including the university, accusing seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity of sexually assaulting her at a party at their fraternity house on campus in October 2024. All of the men named in the lawsuit have denied wrongdoing, and none have been criminally charged.

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thehindu.com | 15 hrs. 5 min. ago

Don’t be afraid, stand up for what you believe in, Rahul tells agitating students

‘Prime Minister Narendra Modi attempting to silence dissenting voices through crackdowns’, said Mr. Gandhi

dw.com | 16 hrs. 14 min. ago

France braces for nationwide protests

Students, trade unionists and Yellow Vest activists are taking to French streets to protest high prices and inequality. Authorities say they fear the rallies could turn violent.

thehindu.com | 17 hrs. 31 min. ago

Vande Mataram row: Clash erupts at Central University of Kerala during SFI-led protest; police use water cannon

Latest unrest follows protests against a two-day seminar held at the university recently and the disciplinary action taken against students in its aftermath

thehindu.com | 17 hrs. 31 min. ago

JNU students protest late night as Delhi tightens security ahead of CJP rally

thehindu.com | 18 hrs. 34 min. ago

University of Manchester plans centre in Bengaluru to help Indian students find jobs in India

Engineering, computer science, and business studies are popular among Indian students at the university, followed by programmes in social sciences and humanities

thehindu.com | 19 hrs. 2 min. ago

Breakfast scheme brings more students to schools in Telangana

Increased enrolment, enhanced attendance, no complaints of hunger and more energy among students throughout the day were some of the key factors that emerged as focal points in the Telangana schools after the introduction of the breakfast scheme this academic year, according to a survey in Kodangal constituency by Third Vision Research and Services

thehindu.com | 19 hrs. 3 min. ago

HC strikes down Madhya Pradesh’s 27% OBC quota law, calls it ‘unconstitutional’

The High Court judgment came after years of hearing on a number of petitions filed by students from unreserved categories, who had challenged the Amendment Act of August 2019

thehindu.com | 20 hrs. 32 min. ago

France students plan fresh protests as UN flags concern over violence

The students have complained of absent teachers, overloaded timetables, dilapidated classrooms and buildings that cannot cope with rising temperatures

ft.com | 20 hrs. 41 min. ago

[$] US university offers cut-price UK degree for international students

Arizona State University aims to expand to an annual intake of up to 4,000 students in Britain in the coming years

thehindu.com | 21 hrs. 2 min. ago

Telangana’s GMC Jagtial medical students call off protest after R&B Dept agreement on infrastructure deadlines

thehindu.com | 21 hrs. 31 min. ago

Sapthagiri NPS University signs MoU with Google, introduces Agentic AI degree programme

The collaboration is aimed at strengthening AI education, research, and industry engagement by giving students exposure to emerging technologies and practical applications of intelligent systems

thehindu.com | 21 hrs. 33 min. ago

‘Operation Trishul’: candle rally taken out against drug abuse

Police officers explain the ill-effects of drugs and the dangers of rash driving to students in NTR district

thehindu.com | 21 hrs. 33 min. ago

AISF alleges 22 female students travelling to Delhi were detained by Madhya Pradesh police

thehindu.com | 22 hrs. 1 min. ago

Trump administration plans to charge international students $70,000 for work authorisation

Under ‌the proposal, nonimmigrant students with F-1 visas would be required to pay $70,000 to a certified institution for on-the-job training, known as ‌Optional Practical Training (OPT), and $30,000 for any additional work training

thehindu.com | 22 hrs. 6 min. ago

Narayana distributes 1,320 free bicycles to Nellore students

Earlier, the Minister announced the distribution of free bicycles worth ₹6 crore to 10,000 students studying in government high schools across Nellore city and rural constituencies

thehindu.com | 23 hrs. 6 min. ago

‘Fighting for our future’: France high school students vow no let-up

Students have blocked entrances to hundreds of high schools across the country, with squads of riot police deployed to control the situation — occasionally resulting in violent clashes

nypost.com | 23 hrs. 21 min. ago

Hackers steal sensitive personal info from millions of California students in massive breach

Hackers stole personal information from 7 million California public school students as part of a massive breach, authorities announced Friday.

thehindu.com | 1 days ago

CUSAT suspends offline classes amid rising chickenpox cases

Functioning of all departments of schools and centres at Thrikkakara and Marine campuses has been shifted to online mode after cases were reported on the campus. All infected students have left the campus, says a CUSAT official

thehindu.com | 1 days ago

SFI protests against Keralam Higher Education Minister

SFI activists raise slogans against Roji M. John in protest against the alleged failure by the government to take action over the ‘police excesses’ on students at the university hostel

nytimes.com | 1 days ago

Bystander Who Killed School Shooter Is Father of 2 Students

Also, the White House press secretary is ousted after five days. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.