Singapore has introduced stricter disciplinary measures in schools, allowing caning for serious cases of bullying and misconduct. The move is aimed at curbing rising concerns over student behaviour, but it has also sparked debate over the use of corporal punishment in education. Supporters say it will deter bullying, while critics question its long-term impact on students.


Singapore Schools Can Now Use Caning for Serious Misconduct

#Gravitas The Swedish government has launched a major push to bring back textbooks, notebooks and handwriting, aiming to tackle falling literacy levels among students and refocus on how young children read, write and concentrate.  

Sweden Wants Classrooms To Revert To Books, Paper & Pens 

China’s highly competitive public school system is facing growing criticism as long hours, intense academic pressure, and rigid structures push many parents to consider homeschooling and alternative education paths.


Parents question rigid public school system in China 

Schools in Maharashtra to introduce AI, the government aims to boost education with cutting-edge technology such as Virtual Reality headsets, AI-integrated smart dashboards, and interactive digital learning content. 

Maharashtra: Nation’s first AI-enabled Aganwadi school in Nagpur

Local authorities in India are coordinating with civil defence agencies to ensure that mock drills are carried out smoothly all across the country. India news

Mock drills in India: Will it affect daily services?  Here's what all will be closed and open tomorrow

An investigation has found that rape culture exists in over 1,600 primary schools across the UK and Ireland, where students aged five to 11 have anonymously shared allegations of sexual violence and harassment. These reports include incidents of inappropriate behaviour, such as sexual harassment and physical assault.

Report reveals rape culture in UK and Ireland primary schools

India news | Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani passed the directive during the hearing of a petition filed by a student seeking guidelines regarding the use of mobile phones in schools.

Delhi HC denies imposing complete ban on smartphones in schools

World: In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that whoever doesn't follow it will be imprisoned or permanently sent back to the native country.

‘Agitators will be...’: Trump to cut federal funding for US schools allowing illegal protests

In an incident of alleged racism, three Indian orgin students of South Africa was critically injured and taken to hospital on Tuesday. Centenary Secondary School in Asherville issued an urgent notice to parents, informing them classes would be dismissed at 9.30am due to “circumstances that have arisen”.

3 Indian-origin students injured in Durban School as fight breaks out between teacher and student

Hong Kong faces a rising number of school closures due to its low birth rate, with fewer children enrolling in schools. This trend raises concerns about the future of education and the economy in the region.

Hong Kong's declining birth rate forces school closures

GRAP-4 restrictions reimposed in Delhi-NCR. Check what is allowed and banned

Earlier, the GRAP Stage-III and IV restrictions were revoked in the national capital on December 5 after the air quality improved in the region. However, the AQI levels dipped once again in Delhi, prompting the centre’s air quality panel to re-invoke Stage III of GRAP



According to Delhi Police, schools received threatening emails around 11:30 PM on Sunday. In response to the alerts, school administrations decided to send students back home as a precautionary measure.

India: Bomb Hoax In 40 Delhi Schools, Demand For $30,000 Ransom | World News | WION

More than 40 schools in Indian capital Delhi receive bomb threats, children sent back

Cyclone Fengal weakens but continues to impact Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Kerala. Watch here to learn more about its impact.

Cyclone Fengal: Relentless Rains Put Kerala On Edge, Puducherry Locks Down Its Schools

Schools in Scotland ask children to address gender neutral teacher as 'Mx'

Sri Lanka has been hit by severe flooding after excessive rains, resulting in the deaths of three people. The heavy rainfall has triggered widespread flooding, disrupting daily life and causing significant damage in affected areas. Authorities have responded by shutting down schools as a safety measure, while rescue and relief efforts are ongoing. Residents in vulnerable regions have been advised to remain cautious as officials work to mitigate the impact of the floods

Sri Lanka Floods: Three Killed After Excessive Rains, Schools Shut

Mumbai rains: Red alert issued, flights disrupted, trains halted, schools and colleges closed

California has become the latest American state to restrict smart phone usage at school. The move comes amid a growing consensus that smartphone usage can increase risk of mental illness. Watch to know more.

California Passes Law To Ban or Restrict Smartphones In School

Education, sexuality and religion are under threat as religious groups spend billions to fight gender equality, report reveals how extreme religious groups are targeting schools.

Religious groups are targeting schools to undermine gender equality: Reports

Typhoon Gaemi forces Taiwan to close schools, stock market after curtailed wargames

After India's capital city, several schools in Ahmedabad receive bomb threats

Several schools in Delhi and Noida received a bomb threat. At least six schools in Delhi and one school in Noida received a bomb threat via email. The school premises were evacuated & the students were sent home immediately.

Multiple schools evacuated in Delhi after bomb threat

Britain's National Crime Agency (NCA) said on Monday it had issued an unprecedented alert to hundreds of thousands of education professionals over an increase in cases of financially motivated sexual extortion, including in schools.

UK's National Crime Agency issues sextortion alert to teachers

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