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He Was Kicked Out of School, Now Educates 400 Kids Free
VideosJun 18

He Was Kicked Out of School, Now Educates 400 Kids Free

Uddeysha Sachan was once asked to leave school because his family couldn't pay the fees. Today, he runs Gurukulam – School of Happiness, providing completely free education to 400 underprivileged children across India.

The Better India2 min read
Physics Wallah Founder Opens Free Library in Rural India
VideosJun 1

Physics Wallah Founder Opens Free Library in Rural India

Alakh Pandey, who built one of India's largest education platforms after losing his family home as a child, is now giving rural students access to digital learning resources. His free library comes equipped with laptops, books, internet, and competitive exam materials.

The Better India2 min read
India Hospital Opens with Value-Based Education Model
SolutionsJul 25

India Hospital Opens with Value-Based Education Model

A new educational and healthcare initiative in rural India is teaching students that love and compassion matter as much as academic knowledge. The program has already expanded from Karnataka to Chhattisgarh, bringing free services to underserved communities. #

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Odisha Makes Education Free From Kindergarten to Grad School
SolutionsJun 13

Odisha Makes Education Free From Kindergarten to Grad School

Millions of students in India's Odisha state will soon attend school completely free, from kindergarten through graduate programs. The sweeping education reform also comes with expanded food assistance reaching 80% of the state's population.

The Hindu2 min read
India Graduates 3,224 Students Under New Education Policy
SolutionsJul 12

India Graduates 3,224 Students Under New Education Policy

Over 3,200 students received degrees at a Chennai college celebrating India's fresh approach to education that prioritizes character building and cultural relevance. The milestone marks progress in implementing reforms designed to make learning more meaningful for millions of students.

The Hindu2 min read
India to Train 10 Million Youth in AI Skills for Free
SolutionsAug 16

India to Train 10 Million Youth in AI Skills for Free

India just announced free AI training for 10 million young people and free online exam coaching to help families save money. The ambitious program aims to boost opportunity for youth while easing financial pressure on middle-class families.

DW News2 min read
India's Top Court: Free Menstrual Products for All Schools
SolutionsJan 30

India's Top Court: Free Menstrual Products for All Schools

India's Supreme Court just ruled that menstrual health is a fundamental right, ordering every school in the country to provide free sanitary pads to girls. The landmark decision also mandates separate, accessible toilets in all schools, with real consequences for those who don't comply.

Indian Express2 min read
India Students Win: Education Minister Resigns After Protest
SolutionsJul 27

India Students Win: Education Minister Resigns After Protest

After five weeks of peaceful protest in New Delhi, Gen Z students forced India's education minister to resign and won major education reforms. The movement, led by 30-year-old Abhijeet Dipke, became one of the largest demonstrations in recent Indian history.

France 24 English2 min read
India Honors Ambedkar's Legacy With Education Message
Acts of KindnessApr 14

India Honors Ambedkar's Legacy With Education Message

A regional leader in India reminded citizens that education and perseverance unlock freedom, echoing the wisdom of civil rights icon Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The message came during celebrations honoring two champions of equality and social progress.

The Hindu2 min read
Nigeria Plans Free Data for Students to Access Education
SolutionsMar 31

Nigeria Plans Free Data for Students to Access Education

Nigeria's communications regulator is pushing to make educational websites free to access without using data, following the model of Chief Awolowo's transformative free education policy from 1955. The initiative, backed by President Tinubu, could open online learning to millions of students currently priced out by data costs.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
India's Top Court Demands Free Period Products in Schools
SolutionsMay 25

India's Top Court Demands Free Period Products in Schools

India's Supreme Court is making sure millions of girls can stay in school by requiring every school to provide free sanitary napkins and working gender-segregated bathrooms. The court will monitor progress every three months to ensure no girl has to miss class during her period.

The Hindu2 min read
India Offers 250 Students Free College Prep and Housing
SolutionsMay 10

India Offers 250 Students Free College Prep and Housing

The Andhra Pradesh Waqf Board will give 250 students free two-year residential education, including specialized coaching for top university entrance exams. This first-of-its-kind program targets high-achieving students from low-income families, with plans to double enrollment by 2027.

The Hindu2 min read
Indian Medical School Offers Free Degrees for 5-Year Service
Solutions1d ago

Indian Medical School Offers Free Degrees for 5-Year Service

A Karnataka medical school is offering completely free medical education to half its students in exchange for five years of service at its free hospitals. The breakthrough program could transform access to medical careers while staffing healthcare facilities serving communities in need.

The Hindu2 min read
200 Students Get Free Civil Service Coaching in India
SolutionsFeb 7

200 Students Get Free Civil Service Coaching in India

A rural development organization in India is offering completely free coaching, housing, and meals to 200 economically disadvantaged students preparing for competitive government exams. Applications close March 1st for the program that could transform lives.

The Hindu2 min read
India-Ukraine Launch Education Hub for Students
SolutionsApr 15

India-Ukraine Launch Education Hub for Students

Indian students can now explore Ukrainian universities through a new dedicated platform that simplifies the entire process. The Ukraine Education Hub connects students with safer learning options after thousands were displaced by conflict four years ago.

Indian Express2 min read
Couple Helps 6,000 Kids Get Free Cancer Care in India
Community HeroesApr 15

Couple Helps 6,000 Kids Get Free Cancer Care in India

Since 2006, St. Jude India ChildCare Centres has provided free housing, meals, education, and transport to thousands of children battling cancer. What started with eight families in Mumbai has grown to 39 centres across nine cities.

The Better India2 min read
Teacher Turns Broken Fridge Into 19 Free Libraries in India
Acts of KindnessApr 29

Teacher Turns Broken Fridge Into 19 Free Libraries in India

When COVID-19 closed schools in Kolkata, an English teacher stuffed a broken refrigerator with 500 books and placed it on a street corner. Three years later, his spontaneous act has grown into 19 free libraries serving over 10,000 books to children across rural India.

The Better India2 min read
India's Education Body Launches WhatsApp Updates Channel
InnovationJan 27

India's Education Body Launches WhatsApp Updates Channel

India's national education research council just made it easier for millions of teachers and parents to stay informed. The new WhatsApp channel delivers authentic curriculum updates straight to people's phones.

Indian Express2 min read
India Hits 45M College Students as Women Lead Enrollment
SolutionsJul 10

India Hits 45M College Students as Women Lead Enrollment

For the first time in India's history, women now outnumber men in higher education enrollment. The milestone comes as the nation reaches a record 45 million students pursuing college degrees.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
India's Youth Protesters Win: Education Minister Resigns
Global NewsJul 25

India's Youth Protesters Win: Education Minister Resigns

Thousands of young protesters in India celebrated victory after their demonstrations forced the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The youth-led movement demanded accountability over leaked exam questions and concerns about their job prospects.

South China Morning Post2 min read

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