Is the study abroad dream of Indian students a ‘disease’ or a symptom of a larger crisis? A deep dive into the economic implications, root causes, and way forward – Times of India

On Saturday, Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, compared the rising trend of Indian students pursuing foreign education to a “disease,” cautioning parents about its potential negative effects on their children’s future and the country’s economy. Addressing an event organized by a group of educational institutions in Rajasthan’s Sikar, Dhankhar criticized the growing commercialization of…

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West Bengal schools closed from Oct 23 to 25 due to cyclone Dana: Check details here – Times of India

On Tuesday, the West Bengal government ordered the closure of schools and colleges in nine districts from October 23 to 25, 2024, due to the impending threat from Cyclone “Dana,”. Schools and colleges will remain closed in the following districts: East Midnapore, West Midnapore, South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Jhargram, Bankura, Hooghly, Howrah, and…

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