AUSTIN, Texas — Texas’ first statewide school voucher-style initiative has drawn overwhelming interest, with more than 274,000 applications submitted for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program by the deadline of Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The volume of applications significantly exceeds the program’s initial capacity of approximately 90,000 students, setting the stage for a highly competitive selection process. The TEFA program, established by the Texas Legislature in 2025,

​The U.S. Department of Education announced on Friday, March 27, 2026, that millions of federal student loan borrowers will be removed from the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) repayment plan, following a federal appeals court decision earlier in March that blocked the program after nearly two years of legal challenges. The SAVE plan, introduced in 2023 under the Biden administration, aimed to reduce monthly payments and expand loan forgiveness. However, several Republican-led

US President Donald Trump has made a striking claim that “regime change has happened” in Iran, even as the conflict between the two nations continues after a month of escalating military action. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump indicated that negotiations are underway and suggested that a peace deal could be reached “pretty soon,” despite ongoing tensions. According to Trump, t

Former MP and Telangana Jagruthi founder Kalvakuntla Kavitha has announced the launch of her new political party, Sarvodaya Telangana, marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. The party will officially be unveiled on April 25, 2026, at Advaya Conventions in Medchal near Hyderabad. The event is expected to introduce the party’s flag, ideology, and leadership direction, with

In a landmark decision on March 25, 2026, the Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill after a heated seven-hour debate. The Bill, which proposes a uniform legal framework to govern marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships, irrespective of religion, was passed with a majority voice vote. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) hailed the Bill as a crucial reform to ensure equality, while the Congress strongly opposed it, alleging that it violated fundamental r

Canadian colleges and polytechnics are intensifying efforts to strengthen skills training and education partnerships with India as both countries seek to deepen collaboration in workforce development and higher education. A delegation of college and polytechnic presidents, organized by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), began a five-day visit to India on March 16, 2026, with scheduled engagements in New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. CICan represents 127 public colleges and institutes ac

RN Ravi was sworn in as the 22nd Governor of West Bengal

In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Flinders University in Australia have unveiled a biodegradable plastic-like film made from milk protein. This innovative material, designed for food packaging, can break down entirely in soil within just 13 weeks, offering a potential eco-friendly alternative to traditional single-use plastics that are a major contributor to global pollution. The biodegradable material, created using calcium caseinate, a protein derived from milk, is c

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking approach to treating liver failure with the creation of injectable "satellite livers." These tiny engineered liver tissues, which combine liver cells (hepatocytes) with hydrogel microspheres, offer a potential solution to the global shortage of donor livers. Instead of undergoing a complex transplant surgery, patients could receive these miniature tissue grafts as an injectable treatment that assists

Kalvakuntla Kavitha, once infamously known as the Lady in Liquor Scam, has been officially acquitted by the CBI court in Delhi, clearing her of all charges related to the Delhi liquor scam case. This major legal victory for Kavitha comes after a series of intense political attacks and prolonged legal proceedings. Despite being accused and publicly scrutinized, the court determined there was a lack of criminal evidence to substantiate the allegations against her. The accusations

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes industries and job markets, higher education, especially in the UK, is undergoing a transformation to adapt to new skill demands. In 2026, universities are increasingly focusing on practical skills and AI literacy to ensure graduates are ready for the workforce. This shift away from traditional degrees is a response to the growing need for hybrid capabilities that blend human insight with machine intelligence. The UK, in particular, faces a r

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has announced his plan for another padayatra, marking a key step in his political journey. The leader revealed that this padayatra will begin after a gap of one and a half years, emphasizing his desire to reconnect with the public ahead of the 2027 elections. During a meeting at the YSRCP central office in Tadepalli, Jagan shared his intentions of spending significant time traveling across the state, engaging directly with the

Iran witnessed a dramatic escalation in nationwide unrest as anti-Khamenei protests intensified following a rallying call by exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Demonstrations entered their 12th consecutive day, with residents across Tehran and other cities chanting slogans from homes and marching through streets despite heavy restrictions imposed by authorities. Late Thursday, internet connectivity and telephone services were abruptly cut across the country, triggering what monitorin

Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao, has officially begun preparations to launch her own political party in the state, setting the stage for a fresh political chapter ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections. The move has sparked significant interest in Telangana’s political circles, as it signals a potential shift in leadership dynamics within the region. According to sources, Kavitha has already initiated the foundation-level planning for her par

The political atmosphere in Telangana is rapidly heating up with strong indications pointing towards a direct confrontation between Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Bharat Rashtra Samithi chief K Chandrashekar Rao in the upcoming winter session of the Telangana Assembly. After remaining largely away from a

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has publicly criticised the recently concluded India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, describing it as a low-quality deal that undermines New Zealand’s economic and labour interests. His remarks come just days after India and New Zealand announced the successful conclusion of FTA negotiations, which both governments claim could significantly boost bil

Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and Jana Sena Party president Pawan Kalyan made strong and clear remarks on the state’s political future, stating that the NDA alliance must continue in power for at least the next 15 years to ensure long-term stability. Addressing the current political climate, he issued a firm warning to the opposition

The Mahayuti alliance recorded a sweeping victory in the Maharashtra local body elections, winning 207 municipal president posts across the state and establishing strong control over urban local governance. Results from the State Election Commission showed the Bharatiya Janata Party leading the tally with 117 seats, making it the single-largest party in the polls. The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena followed with 53 posts, while the Nationalist Congress Party secured 37, giving the ruling allianc

The US Justice Department restored a photograph featuring President Donald Trump in the Jeffrey Epstein investigative files after briefly removing it, triggering strong political reactions. Officials explained that the temporary removal was made to ensure no Epstein victims were identifiable in the image, not to protect the president. The photograph, which showed a desk drawer holding a picture of Trump with several women, was first taken down during a review process but reinstated within 24