Montana Senator Jon Tester Battles Biden Administration Over DEI Standards in Grant Rejection

Senator Jon Tester, a Democrat from Montana, is facing criticism from both Republicans and Democrats for his stance against the Biden administration’s DEI initiatives after a grant rejection for Montana universities. He is calling on the Department of Education to reverse the decision, which he claims is based on unfair and subjective diversity hiring requirements. The controversy highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the implementation of DEI standards in the United States.

UGC to Award ‘PhD Excellence Citation’ for Top Doctoral Research

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced the ‘PhD Excellence Citation’ to recognize and reward outstanding doctoral research in Indian universities. This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy 2020’s focus on fostering innovation and knowledge exploration. The citation will be awarded annually to ten exceptional PhD scholars across various disciplines, with a rigorous two-level selection process.

Chicago Mayor Johnson Compares Opposition to School Spending to Slavery

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has drawn a controversial comparison between opposition to increased school spending and the Confederacy’s resistance to freeing slaves, sparking a heated debate in the city. Johnson, a former Chicago Teachers Union organizer, has clashed with the district’s CEO over budget allocations and has appointed six new nominees to the school board in an effort to overhaul the city’s public education system.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Announces Financial Assistance for Vidya Bharati Inter College

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a financial grant of ₹60 lakh for the Govardhan Saraswati Vidya Mandir, Inter College in Dharampur. The announcement was made during an event organized by Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Sansthan, where the Chief Minister also honored students who topped the Uttarakhand Board Examinations in 2024. Dhami highlighted the organization’s commitment to quality education and instilling Indian values in students.

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