educational reform
The Legacy of Macaulay's Education Policy: India's 200-Year Struggle to Reclaim Cultural Identity
Nov 25, 2025 08:52 pm CST
In 1835, British politician Thomas Babington Macaulay fundamentally altered India's educational landscape by imposing English language instruction, creating what PM Modi calls "psychological slavery." Nearly 200 years later, India faces a critical decade to reverse this colonial legacy before 2035, with the National Education Policy emphasizing local languages while navigating the complex relationship between Western influence and indigenous knowledge systems.
Gautam Adani Launches Rs 100-Crore Initiative to Preserve India's Civilisational Heritage in the AI Era
Nov 22, 2025 05:24 pm CST
Industrialist Gautam Adani has unveiled a Rs 100-crore project to safeguard India's rich civilisational knowledge through the creation of a Bharat Knowledge Graph and development of scholar-technologists. This initiative aims to protect traditional Indian concepts from misinterpretation by AI systems while revitalizing the country's educational landscape by integrating ancient wisdom with modern technology.
Trump Announces $500 Million Settlement with Harvard University to Establish Trade Schools
Oct 01, 2025 08:34 am CST
President Trump revealed that his administration is finalizing a $500 million settlement with Harvard University that would require the prestigious institution to operate trade schools focused on AI and other technical skills. This development comes amid ongoing disputes over allegations of anti-Semitism and federal funding restrictions, reflecting broader tensions between the Trump administration and elite academic institutions.
From Innovator to Activist: Sonam Wangchuk's Journey from '3 Idiots' Inspiration to Ladakh Protest Leader
Sep 25, 2025 07:28 pm CST
Sonam Wangchuk, the innovative educator who inspired Aamir Khan's character in '3 Idiots' and won the Ramon Magsaysay Award, now faces government scrutiny for his role in Ladakh protests. This article explores his remarkable journey from educational reformer to environmental activist, the foundation of SECMOL, his pioneering Ice Stupa project, and his current campaign for Ladakh's constitutional safeguards amidst escalating tensions with authorities.