Nepal bans school book after Muslim outcry

KATHMANDU – The Nepal government Monday banned a school textbook after growing outcry by Muslims over an “objectionable” illustration depicting Prophet Mohammed as a woman-like figure and containing “erroneous interpretations” of Islam.

This is the first time in Nepal, which has enjoyed religious harmony despite being a Hindu kingdom till 2006, that the government has banned …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Nepal bans school book after Muslim outcry.

Is cheerleading a sport? Federal lawsuit in Connecticut could clarify Title IX guidelines

Trial in Conn. to find if cheerleading is sport

HARTFORD, Conn. – A federal case in Connecticut could determine if cheerleading can be counted as a college sport toward Title IX gender-equity requirements.
Members of the women’s volleyball team at Quinnipiac (KWIHN’-uh-pee-ak) University filed the lawsuit after the school decided to eliminate women’s volleyball in favor of … Read : Is cheerleading a sport? Federal lawsuit in Connecticut could clarify Title IX guidelines.

Haryana to set up rest-houses for teachers

JHAJJAR – Aiming to provide better facilities for teachers, the Haryana government will set up Shiksha Sadans or rest-houses in both rural and urban areas in the coming months, officials said here Sunday.

“We are committed to provide better facilities to government school teachers. A Shiksa Sadan would be a kind of a rest house for …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Haryana to set up rest-houses for teachers.

Joy, hope fill Delhi University with first cut-off list

NEW DELHI – Braving one of the hottest days in the season, students Tuesday thronged the Delhi University campus as the first cut-off list came out. Emotions overflowed as students checked the list at one college after the other for the cut-offs.

The list revealed a mixed bag. While popular colleges on the campus upped …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Joy, hope fill Delhi University with first cut-off list.

Row over 26/11 witness school admission

MUMBAI – A Mumbai school under attack for denying admission to a girl who was a key witness in the Mumbai terror attack trial has asked the Maharashtra government to intervene.

The Indian Education Society, which runs the New English School, says it is for the Maharashtra government to test 11-year-old girl Devika Rotawan and decide … Original source on Gaea Times at : Row over 26/11 witness school admission.

Our teachers were most caring, La Martiniere alumni spring to defence

KOLKATA – Many former students of Kolkata’s prestigious La Martiniere for Boys School have come out in its defence after the controversy created by a student’s suicide after being caned. “Our teachers are one of the most caring”, says one Facebook post while another says that “caning was an acceptable form of punishment” and problem … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Our teachers were most caring, La Martiniere alumni spring to defence.

Delhi University Is A Radioactive Polluter

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The AERB (Atomic Energy Regulatory Board) has called Delhi University to be the sole violator of radioactive waste disposal and the norms associated with it. Reportedly, the whole affair is a follow up action to the Mayapuri Radiation leak which is raising all fingers at Delhi University.
Delhi Police officials told the … Original article on : Delhi University Is A Radioactive Polluter.

Delhi University Teachers Warned

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- On Monday The Delhi Court instructed the Delhi University Teacher’s Association not to cause any disruption in the admission process. Justice A K Pathak gave the verdict that DUTA which is not accepting the implementation of the semester system in the curriculum of the university cannot cause trouble in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi University Teachers Warned.

Earth Science Regents

New York (GaeaTimes.com) – The Regents High School Examinations are devised for the high potential students and Earth Science examination is one of the most important examinations of the Regents High School Examinations or simply The Regents.

Several Earth Science Regents preparation items are available in the web. The materials include practice earth science tests and …. Source article  : Earth Science Regents.

Judge rules UC Berkeley police illegally searched camera of journalist covering campus protest

Judge: UC illegally searched journalist’s camera

BERKELEY, Calif. – A judge has ruled that University of California, Berkeley police illegally searched the camera of a photojournalist covering a student protest outside the chancellor’s home.
The First Amendment Project said Monday that Alameda County Superior Judge Yolanda Northridge on Friday invalidated the search warrant used by UC police … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Judge rules UC Berkeley police illegally searched camera of journalist covering campus protest.

Students ratify pact ending strike against fee hikes, budget cuts at Puerto Rico university

Students ratify pact to end strike in Puerto Rico

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Nearly 3,000 students have ratified an agreement reached last week to end a strike that has paralyzed the University of Puerto Rico for two months.
Students from the system’s 11 campuses met Monday in the southern city of Ponce to approve the deal …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Students ratify pact ending strike against fee hikes, budget cuts at Puerto Rico university.

Delhi moots court fee refund if litigants settle cases

NEW DELHI – The Delhi government has proposed the refund of court fees if litigants settle cases on their own or with the court’s intervention, a move that is aimed at speedier disposal of cases, an official said Monday.

A state cabinet meeting Monday approved the draft of the Court Fees Amendment Bill, 2010. The bill …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi moots court fee refund if litigants settle cases.

Intel signs pact for educational excellence in northeast

NEW DELHI – Tech major Intel Monday signed a pact for educational and technology excellence in northeast India with a governmental panel that looks after the economic and social development of the region.

As per the memorandum of understand (MoU) signed with the North Eastern Council (NEC), the technology company will work on training selected teachers …. Original source  : Intel signs pact for educational excellence in northeast.

Child labour prevention act contradicts education act: NGO

NEW DELHI – The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act [CLPRA] is in direct conflict with the Right to Education (RTE) Act and needs to be amended, a prominent NGO working against child labour said Monday.

“We want the CLPRA to be amended to bring it in line with the RTE,” said Harpal Singh, board … Original article on : Child labour prevention act contradicts education act: NGO.

British institute ties up with Kolkata engineering college

KOLKATA – The Kolkata-based MCKV Institute of Engineering (MCKVIE) Monday tied up with the Institution of Engineering and Technology-UK (IET) for facilitating practical exposures and enhancing the employability of its students.

Following the tie-up, MCKVIE has started an IET UK Student Chapter in its premises at Liluah in Howrah district.
“After tying up with IET (UK) … Original source on Gaea Times at : British institute ties up with Kolkata engineering college.

Court asks Delhi University teachers to help in admissions

NEW DELHI – The Delhi High Court Monday asked Delhi University teachers to cooperate in the admission process and barred them from obstructing it in any manner.

The vacation bench of Justice A.K. Pathak, while issuing notice to Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA), said: “Keeping in mind the career of the large number of students, it … Read more »».

Jamia Millia Islamia starts admission helpline

NEW DELHI – In a bid to help students secure admission to their desired courses, the Jamia Millia Islamia Monday announced a helpline number that will connect students to the department concerned.

“This helpline will help students connect to the department they are applying for regarding various queries during the admission procedure,” an official from … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jamia Millia Islamia starts admission helpline.

Delhi University’s first cut-off list Tuesday

NEW DELHI – With Delhi University set to announce its first cut-off list Tuesday, aspirants were tense as they hoped to make it to the premier varsity.

“The cut off percentage will definitely be higher than last year. I am not sure if I can get admission,” Bikash Baruah, an applicant said.
“We are …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi University’s first cut-off list Tuesday.

Nepal bans school book after Muslim outcry

KATHMANDU – The Nepal government Monday banned a school textbook after growing outcry by Muslims over an “objectionable” illustration depicting Prophet Mohammed as a woman-like figure and containing “erroneous interpretations” of Islam.

This is the first time in Nepal, which has enjoyed religious harmony despite being a Hindu kingdom till 2006, that the government has banned … Read more : Nepal bans school book after Muslim outcry.

Is cheerleading a sport? Federal lawsuit in Connecticut could clarify Title IX guidelines

Trial in Conn. to find if cheerleading is sport

HARTFORD, Conn. – A federal case in Connecticut could determine if cheerleading can be counted as a college sport toward Title IX gender-equity requirements.
Members of the women’s volleyball team at Quinnipiac (KWIHN’-uh-pee-ak) University filed the lawsuit after the school decided to eliminate women’s volleyball in favor of … Read more >>.

Haryana to set up rest-houses for teachers

JHAJJAR – Aiming to provide better facilities for teachers, the Haryana government will set up Shiksha Sadans or rest-houses in both rural and urban areas in the coming months, officials said here Sunday.

“We are committed to provide better facilities to government school teachers. A Shiksa Sadan would be a kind of a rest house for … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Haryana to set up rest-houses for teachers.

Chinese parents oppose children’s internet use

BEIJING – Many parents in China are not in favour of their children using the internet and a majority of them worry that surfing the net could adversely affect children’s studies, a new study has said.

Around 42.6 percent of parents surveyed “strongly oppose their children’s use of internet” or “relatively oppose”, while as high as … Read more »».

Tennessee man spells “keratomileusis” to win AARP senior spelling bee in Cheyenne, Wyo.

AARP’s senior spelling title goes to Tennessee man

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A 56-year-old Tennessee man has won the AARP’s national spelling bee, correctly spelling “keratomileusis” to take the title.
Scott Firebaugh’s win came after more than nine hours and nearly 70 rounds of spelling on Saturday in Cheyenne, Wyo. The AARP says Firebaugh, of Knoxville, bested 48 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Don’t worry, government tells UGC

NEW DELHI – With the National Commission for Higher Education and Research set to administer higher education in India, the government says officials of the existing regulators have nothing to worry.

The proposed National Commission will replace the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) as well as over a …. Source  : Don’t worry, government tells UGC.

Allahabad University Museum In Neglect

ALLAHABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The zoological museum of Allahabad University which used to be the pride of the institution has become a victim of official apathy and slackness. The museum belongs to the university’s zoology department but the authorities are less bothered about preserving its rare and treasured collections. The history of the museum dates … Read : Allahabad University Museum In Neglect.

School librarians read writing on the wall: Jobs are disappearing as the budget crisis deepens

Libraries fading as school budget crisis deepens

BELLEVUE, Wash. – Students who wished their school librarians a nice summer on the last day of school may be surprised this fall when they’re no longer around to recommend a good book or help with homework.
As the school budget crisis deepens, administrators across the nation have started to … Read more »».

Jamia to hold workshop on handling disaster-affected people

NEW DELHI – Jamia Millia Islamia University is organising a workshop Friday to prepare psychologists, counsellors and mental health practitioners to respond to the emotional and psychological needs of people affected by disasters.

The workshop ‘Providing Crisis Mental Health in Disasters’ organised by Jamia’s Counseling and Guidance Centre in collaboration with Indian Association of Clinical … Original source on Gaea Times at : Jamia to hold workshop on handling disaster-affected people.

Professor Kagan, a tough questioner, now faces questions herself in seeking high court seat

Kagan: From a mock Supreme Court to the real thing
WASHINGTON – The nine students who sat as a mock Supreme Court dissected the cases before them. During weekly classes they picked apart arguments and became frustrated by incomplete briefs. Their seminar professor, Elena Kagan, largely kept quiet, letting her students run the debate.
At … Read : Professor Kagan, a tough questioner, now faces questions herself in seeking high court seat.

States band together to create new national academic tests to replace patchwork system

States work together to create new academic tests

SEATTLE – Two big coalitions of states are competing for federal dollars to create a series of new national academic tests to replace the current patchwork system.
In the current system, every state gives a different test to its students. In some states, passing the exam is a graduation … Read more >>.

Students ordered to remove T-shirt bearing American flag sue California school district

Suit filed over Calif. school clothing flap

MORGAN HILL, Calif. – Three students at a California high school who were ordered to remove clothing with the American flag on Cinco de Mayo are suing the school district.
The civil rights suit was filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court for Northern California. The suit claims school officials at … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Students ordered to remove T-shirt bearing American flag sue California school district.

Army reverses punishment for officers after reprimands for dereliction of duty in Afghanistan

No punishment after deadly Afghanistan firefight

WASHINGTON – The Army has reversed a decision to punish three officers for command failures that led to one of the deadliest firefights for U.S. forces since the Afghanistan war began nearly a decade ago.
Families of the soldiers killed during the battle said they were briefed Wednesday by Army officials …. Source article  : Army reverses punishment for officers after reprimands for dereliction of duty in Afghanistan.

Is your doc a rookie? Rule changes would spell it out, and give medical residents fewer hours

Rookie docs may get more oversight, shorter shifts

CHICAGO – Patients will be told when they’re being treated by rookie doctors, who would get shorter shifts and better supervision under proposed work changes for medical residents.
The draft regulations aim to promote patient safety and reduce medical errors by enhancing work conditions for sometimes sleep-deprived junior physicians.
The … Original source on Gaea Times at : Is your doc a rookie? Rule changes would spell it out, and give medical residents fewer hours.

IIM-A developing sports management course

GANDHINAGAR – The Indian Institute of Management-Ahmedabad (IIM-A) is developing a course for the management of sports organisations, an official said Wednesday.

IIM-A director Samir Barua said that the one-week course would be offered from the current academic year.
“We are, however, working on developing the curriculum incorporating the requirements of different sports,” he added. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Court slams illegal educational institutions

NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court Wednesday said the process of admissions and consequent examinations in unrecognized private educational institutions has become a “vicious circle”.

“This has become a vicious circle. They don’t get recognition. By provisional orders of the court they give admissions and then by yet another provisional order they hold examinations,” said the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Court slams illegal educational institutions.

Army rejects punishment for officers after probe found dereliction of duty in Afghanistan

No punishment after Afghanistan firefight
WASHINGTON – The Army has reversed a decision to punish three officers for command failures that led to one of the deadliest firefights for U.S. forces since the Afghanistan war began nearly a decade ago.

Families of the soldiers killed during the battle said they were briefed Wednesday by Army officials on …. Source  : Army rejects punishment for officers after probe found dereliction of duty in Afghanistan.

Army rejects recommendation to punish officers after investigation found dereliction of duty

No punishment for officers after Afghan firefight

WASHINGTON – The Army is rejecting a recommendation to charge three officers with dereliction of duty for command failures that led to one of the deadliest firefights for U.S. forces in the Afghan war.
Families of the soldiers killed say they were briefed by Army officials on the decision Wednesday.
The … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Army rejects recommendation to punish officers after investigation found dereliction of duty.

Books telling gay and lesbian stories for young people become a survival tool for LGBT teens

Books with gay themes for young readers take off

At his Kentucky elementary school, kids taunted Brent on the playground about being gay, whatever that was. By eighth grade, he realized what they meant and came out to a friend – and vice versa.
She was an avid writer, he a voracious reader. They headed to their …. Source article  : Books telling gay and lesbian stories for young people become a survival tool for LGBT teens.

U. of Oklahoma president says Sooners, Texas A&M received invites from Southeastern Conference

OU prez says Sooners, A&M got invite from SEC

ARDMORE, Okla. – The president of the University of Oklahoma said Wednesday that his school and Texas A&M both received invitations to join the Southeastern Conference during the last round of conference realignment.
Although Oklahoma ended up remaining in the Big 12, university president David Boren said the …. Source article  : U. of Oklahoma president says Sooners, Texas A&M received invites from Southeastern Conference.

Nearly $155M in fed funds headed to Mich. as part of plan to help homeowners avoid foreclosure

17K Mich. homeowners to get federal mortgage help

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan is ramping up a new program aimed at helping homeowners avoid foreclosures after Wednesday’s announcement that the federal government has approved $154.5 million for the effort.
The state expects the program could help more than 17,000 households, including 11,000 who are currently drawing unemployment benefits.
Distribution … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nearly $155M in fed funds headed to Mich. as part of plan to help homeowners avoid foreclosure.

Jill Biden, wife of the vice president, will guest on an episode of Lifetime’s ‘Army Wives’

Vice president’s wife set to guest on ‘Army Wives’

NEW YORK – Lifetime network’s “Army Wives” is set to welcome the wife of Vice President Joe Biden in a future episode.
The network announced Wednesday that Jill Biden will make a guest appearance on the military drama to raise awareness of the contributions by U.S. men and … Read : Jill Biden, wife of the vice president, will guest on an episode of Lifetime’s ‘Army Wives’.

31 states band together to create new national academic tests to replace patchwork system

31 states combine to create new academic tests

SEATTLE – A group of 31 states has banded together to compete for a federal grant to create a series of new national academic tests to replace the current patchwork system.
In the current system, every state gives a different test to its students. In some states, passing the … Original source on Gaea Times at : 31 states band together to create new national academic tests to replace patchwork system.

Summit League says it will consider the University of North Dakota for membership

Summit League to consider UND for membership

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The Summit League will begin evaluating the University of North Dakota for possible membership and could send officials for a campus visit by the end of the year.
The league had said it would not consider UND until the school resolved the dispute over its Fighting … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Summit League says it will consider the University of North Dakota for membership.

Indians to interact with Nobel laureates

NEW DELHI – A group of young researchers from India will interact with 60 Nobel laureates during an annual meeting in Germany from June 27 to July 2.

About 20 students nominated by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) will meet the Nobel prize winners at the 60th Annual Meeting of Nobel Laureates and Students …. Read the original article  : here.

Bombay High Court Verdict Under Scanner

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Maharashtra Chief minister Ashok Chavan attended a high level meeting on Thursday where he discussed the recent Bombay High Court Verdict on the best five policy adopted in the SSC exams in the Maharashtra education board this year. The Bombay High Court quashed the policy and it has put the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Bombay High Court Verdict Under Scanner.

Reply to plea on contempt proceedings, Andhra told

NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court Friday asked Andhra Pradesh to file a reply on a petition seeking to initiate contempt proceedings against the state government for breaching the court’s interim order in the appointment of secondary grade teachers.

The vacation bench of the Supreme Court headed by Justice R.M. Lodha and Justice A.K. Patnaik gave … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Reply to plea on contempt proceedings, Andhra told.

Teacher Performed Nude Experiments?

AHMEDABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- One of the most premier design institutes of the country NID’s (National Institute of Design) reputation hangs in trial due to a statement made by an ex-student of the institution. Reportedly, the statement of the student is in the form of an email sent to Pradyuman Vyas which says that a teacher [..] Read the original article: here.

2 subway lines to make their final runs amid NY transit agency budget woes, commuters dismayed

2 subway lines to end amid NYC transit budget woes

NEW YORK – It’s the end of the line for some commuters using the country’s largest public transportation system as the city’s transit agency grapples with an $800 million budget gap by cutting bus and subway service.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is slashing service lines this weekend, …. Read the original article  : 2 subway lines to make their final runs amid NY transit agency budget woes, commuters dismayed.

Teachers Hold Rally In Michigan

LANSING (GaeaTimes.com)- School teachers from all over the state of Michigan participated in a rally at the state capitol with an aim to increase the funding for education in the state. The rally for the teachers was organized by Michigan Education Association which happens be the largest teachers association of the state.
On the other hand, [..] Read the original article: here.

NCAA committee proposes prohibition on scholarship offers before junior prep season

NCAA proposes end to early scholarship offers

INDIANAPOLIS – Prep players may have to wait a little longer to start accepting scholarship offers.
An NCAA committee announced Thursday that it will back a proposal to prohibit making scholarships offers to recruits before July 1 in the summer between their junior and senior years in high school. If … Original article on : NCAA committee proposes prohibition on scholarship offers before junior prep season.

School board chair says Massachusetts town will reconsider allowing condoms for all kids

Massachusetts town to rethink school condom policy

BOSTON – The chairman of a Cape Cod school committee says members will “revisit” a new policy allowing even elementary school students to receive free condoms without the knowledge of their parents.
Peter Grosso tells The Boston Globe he thinks it is a “great” policy but that the Provincetown committee …. Source  : School board chair says Massachusetts town will reconsider allowing condoms for all kids.

70 students suffer from food poisoning in China

BEIJING – Seventy students fell ill after they had a meal at a primary school in south China, an official spokesman said.

The students suffered from fever, stomach aches and diarrhoea Wednesday after having food at Yingcai Primary School in Yulin City of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Xinhua quoted spokesman with the regional public security bureau …. Read the original article  : 70 students suffer from food poisoning in China.

Senate committee scrutinizing for-profit colleges, targeting ‘bad actors’

Senate panel scrutinizes for-profit colleges

Democratic senators question whether for-profit colleges that reap huge amounts of federal aid dollars are delivering on promises to students and taxpayers.
The fast-growing for-profit college industry is the subject of a series of congressional hearings that opened Thursday.
The sector is facing increased scrutiny and is fighting greater government regulation it says … Read more »»».

Idaho commission votes to close charter school that sought to use Bible as classroom text

Idaho to shut school involved in Bible controversy

BOISE, Idaho – An Idaho public charter school that unsuccessfully sued the state for barring use of the Bible as a historical text in the classroom will be shuttered because of financial troubles, officials said Thursday.
The Idaho Public Charter School Commission voted to revoke Nampa Classical Academy’s charter, … Read more »».

Kagan’s political experience, legal mentors, stance on military fuel Republican criticism

GOP, conservatives reveal arguments against Kagan

WASHINGTON – Elena Kagan’s a politics-driven liberal, her detractors say. She’s a judicial activist. She treated military recruiters like second-class citizens during wartime.
That’s all according to Senate Republicans and conservative activists, who are sharpening their criticism of President Barack Obama’s Supreme Court nominee and revealing strategies for confronting her at [..] Read the original article: here.

NY’s top court upholds use of eminent domain for Columbia’s West Harlem expansion plan

NY’s top court upholds Columbia expansion plan

ALBANY, N.Y. – New York’s top court on Thursday upheld a state redevelopment agency’s use of eminent domain so Columbia University can expand its Ivy League campus over 17 acres in West Harlem.
The Court of Appeals said there was a rational basis for the Empire State Development Corp.’s findings …. Read the original article  : here.

Chancellor: Kansas hiring new auditor to prevent more athletics problems after ticket scandal

KU hiring new auditor because of ticket scandal

TOPEKA, Kan. – The University of Kansas is hiring a new auditor and considering changes in the athletic department’s board of directors to prevent future problems like a massive ticket-scalping scam recently uncovered there, the school’s top administrator told her bosses Thursday.
Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little also told the state …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Chancellor: Kansas hiring new auditor to prevent more athletics problems after ticket scandal.

Cabinet approves 107 new Kendriya Vidyalayas

NEW DELHI – The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) Thursday approved a proposal for setting up 107 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) during the remaining period of the Eleventh Five Year Plan (2007-12).

Announcing the decision, Home Minister P. Chidambaram said the new KVs will cater to about 103,000 students throughout the country.
He was …. Source article  : Cabinet approves 107 new Kendriya Vidyalayas.

Ministry seeks information on trio who visited La Martiniere

KOLKATA – The La Martiniere for Boys school Thursday claimed that the human resource development (HRD) ministry has sought details of the three people who visited the school Wednesday claiming they had been sent by the ministry in connection with the investigations into the suicide of a student.

The HRD ministry has said that it did … Read more »»».

APNewsBreak: Mass. governor objects to school district making condoms available to youngsters

APNewsBreak: Mass. governor objects to condom plan

BOSTON – Gov. Deval Patrick used his bully pulpit Thursday to call the superintendent of a Cape Cod school district and urge her to revise a new policy allowing even elementary school students to receive free condoms without the knowledge of their parents.
The new policy makes condoms available to …. Read the original article  : APNewsBreak: Mass. governor objects to school district making condoms available to youngsters.

Madarsas in Delhi to be provided computers

NEW DELHI – Outlining measures to promote the Urdu language in Delhi, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Thursday said computers will be provided to madarsas to enhance the employment opportunities of the students.

Addressing an Urdu editors conference, she said the language represents our composite culture and has been associated with the glory of Delhi.
She …. Source article  : Madarsas in Delhi to be provided computers.

More institutes to be set up for para-medical training

NEW DELHI – With hospitals facing a shortage of paramedical staff, the union cabinet Thursday approved a proposal to establish new institutes for paramedical sciences along with a one-time grant to state medical colleges for running paramedical courses.

With a total outlay of Rs.1,156.43 crore, the proposal aims at filling the gap between the demand … Read more »».

NY’s top court upholds use of eminent domain for Columbia’s expansion plan in NYC

NY’s top court upholds Columbia U. expansion plan

ALBANY, N.Y. – New York’s top court has upheld a state redevelopment agency’s use of eminent domain so Columbia University can expand its Ivy League campus over 17 acres in Manhattan’s West Harlem neighborhood.
The Court of Appeals found a rational basis for the Empire State Development Corp.’s findings … Read more >>.

Education loan subsidy scheme finalised

NEW DELHI – To make education loans cheaper, a scheme was finalised Thursday to provide full interest subsidy on the loans taken by students with annual family income below Rs.4.5 lakh to pursue technical and professional courses.

The format for the scheme was finalised after a meeting between the Human Resource Development (HRD) ministry and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Education loan subsidy scheme finalised.

Sarah Palin sweeps into rural Calif. university, criticizes Jerry Brown over investigation

Sarah Palin speaks at rural Calif. university
TURLOCK, Calif. – Sarah Palin criticized California Attorney General Jerry Brown Friday over his investigation into her speaking arrangement at a gala dinner at a cash-strapped California university.
The 2008 Republican vice-presidential candidate’s speech at the 50th anniversary celebration at California State University, Stanislaus has generated intense intrigue …. Read the original article  : Sarah Palin sweeps into rural Calif. university, criticizes Jerry Brown over investigation.

Sarah Palin sweeps into rural Calif. university, set to address gala dinner amid protests

Palin arrives at Calif. campus amid controversy
TURLOCK, Calif. – Sarah Palin leveled criticism at California’s attorney general and others raising questions about her visit to a cash-strapped university, telling supporters that students had better things to do than dive through dumpsters to find out how she earns speaking.
The former Alaska governor’s … Read more : Sarah Palin sweeps into rural Calif. university, set to address gala dinner amid protests.

Republicans scrap plan for general who cast war in religious terms to testify against Kagan

GOP says general won’t testify against Kagan
WASHINGTON – Republicans have abruptly scrapped plans for a retired Army general who cast the war on terrorism in religious terms to testify against Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan.
A GOP aide says it’s clear that Lt. Gen William G. “Jerry” Boykin’s 2003 church speeches would be used … Original source on Gaea Times at : Republicans scrap plan for general who cast war in religious terms to testify against Kagan.

GOP to spotlight Harvard military recruitment controversy in Kagan’s Supreme Court hearings

GOP to spotlight military controversy on Kagan
WASHINGTON – Republicans will call three military witnesses to testify against Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan on Capitol Hill next week, an indication they plan to highlight her dispute with the military over recruiters’ access to Harvard Law School’s campus while she was dean.
The GOP … Read more »»».

Rural Calif university prepares to host Sarah Palin at gala fundraiser amid protests

Amid controversy, Calif campus readies for Palin
TURLOCK, Calif. – A throng of protesting students and hundreds of well-heeled donors are preparing to greet Sarah Palin, whose speech at a cash-strapped public university in California’s farm country Friday evening will cap off a prolonged legal feud over her visit.
The former Alaska governor is set … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Rural Calif university prepares to host Sarah Palin at gala fundraiser amid protests.

USC files appeal against NCAA penalties, but will accept bowl ban this year

USC files appeal that asks NCAA to ease penalties

LOS ANGELES – Southern California filed an appeal with the NCAA on Friday, asking that several sanctions on its football program be reduced because they are “too severe” and “inconsistent with precedent.”
USC appealed only certain aspects of this month’s ruling. Among the penalties were a two-year bowl …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

White House says Kagan will be impartial as GOP raises criticism on military stance, politics

White House praises Kagan as GOP criticism mounts
WASHINGTON – The White House said Friday that Elena Kagan would be an impartial justice on the Supreme Court, as Republicans and conservative groups heaped criticism on her for her stance on legal issues and position on military recruitment at Harvard Law School.
With …. Source  : White House says Kagan will be impartial as GOP raises criticism on military stance, politics.

New adult education scheme to make Goa fully literate

PANAJI – The Goa government Friday decided to launch an adult education programme intended to take the state, ranked as India’s fourth most literate, to the top of the list.

Chief Minister Digambar Kamat said that the state education department had been authorised to embark on a new adult education mission which will push the 82-84 … Read more >>.

Jharkhand teachers protest census duties

RANCHI – Teachers in Jharkhand are attending schools wearing black bands to protest the government’s move to make them conduct census operations, a teachers’ union official said Friday.

A circular issued by the state human resources development (HRD) last week asked teachers to work in their schools for three hours and engage in census work for …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Miss. student who wanted to take girlfriend to prom is a grand marshal at NYC gay pride parade

Lesbian Miss. teen is marshal at NYC Pride March
NEW YORK – Constance McMillen said she considered backing down when school officials canceled prom after she asked if she could bring her girlfriend. But then the 18-year-old thought about the point she was trying to make.
“It’s wrong for schools to do that, it’s wrong …. Read the original article  : Miss. student who wanted to take girlfriend to prom is a grand marshal at NYC gay pride parade.

Jamia cracks down on impersonators during admissions

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) university said it has detected eight cases of impersonation in the admission process.

According to university officials, the crime was detected when the photographs of the youths who appeared for an interview to the B.Tech programme did not match that of those who took the entrance examination. …. Read the original article  : Jamia cracks down on impersonators during admissions.

Delhi University moves court against teachers

NEW DELHI – Delhi University (DU) Friday again approached the Delhi High Court alleging that teachers were not cooperating in the admission process.

The uiverstiy alleged that despite the court’s order, teachers are not helping the university staff in the ongoing admission process.
On this, Justice M.C. Garg asked the Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA) to …. Read the original article  : Delhi University moves court against teachers.

Andhra Pradesh asked to reply to contempt petition

NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court Friday asked Andhra Pradesh to reply to a contempt petition alleging that the state government has breached its interim order in the recruitment of secondary grade teachers for primary schools.

The vacation bench of the Supreme Court headed by Justice R.M. Lodha and Justice A.K. Patnaik told the state government …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Andhra Pradesh asked to reply to contempt petition.

In 50th year,NID plans inclusive, green design modules

NEW DELHI – The National School of Design (NID), the pioneer of the design revolution in India, is charting a more inclusive and eco-friendly course as it enters its golden jubilee year in November and will expand to four more locations by next year, the director of the Ahmedabad-based institute said.

“The NID is focusing … Original article on : In 50th year,NID plans inclusive, green design modules.

A lifetime of playing it safe puts Kagan on undeviating path to front steps of high court

Kagan’s life an undeviating course to high court
WASHINGTON – For all the ink devoted to Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan lately, it may be her own words that best explain her success at charting an undeviating course to the front steps of the high court.
She’s excelled by dint of hard work, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : A lifetime of playing it safe puts Kagan on undeviating path to front steps of high court.

Sarah Palin says student ‘Dumpster divers’ at California campus were wasting their time

Palin decries ‘Dumpster divers’ at Calif. campus
TURLOCK, Calif. – Sarah Palin leveled criticism at California’s attorney general and others raising questions about her visit to a cash-strapped university, telling supporters that students had better things to do than dive through Dumpsters to find out how much she earns speaking.
The former Alaska …. Original source  : Sarah Palin says student ‘Dumpster divers’ at California campus were wasting their time.

Sarah Palin criticizes those raising questions about visit to cash-strapped Calif. university

Palin speaks at California campus amid controversy
TURLOCK, Calif. – Sarah Palin leveled criticism at California’s attorney general and others raising questions about her visit to a cash-strapped university, telling supporters that students had better things to do than dive through Dumpsters to find out how much she earns speaking.
The former Alaska governor’s headline …. Original source  : Sarah Palin criticizes those raising questions about visit to cash-strapped Calif. university.