The Mizoram government is ensuring that children displaced due to ethnic riots from Manipur continue their schooling in the state. The state’s school education department has asked all district and school authorities to provide admission to the affected children, even if proper documentation cannot be provided.

About 7,928 ethnic Zos or Mizos, mostly women, children, and the aged, have been forced to flee from violence-hit Manipur and take shelter in nine districts of Mizoram. The internally displaced people are currently lodged in temporary relief camps, with some also being sheltered by relatives.

The Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), an apex student organization, is closely monitoring the situation and is in talks with the government. The Kuki-Mizo-Hmar- Zomi communities, who are collectively known as Kukis or Zo Hnahthlak in Manipur, share blood ties with the Mizos in Mizoram.

This turn of events highlights the importance of protecting the rights of children and ensuring their access to education, especially when they face turmoil and displacement. It also highlights the commitment of the Mizoram government to promote inclusive education and provide such children with the opportunity to continue their studies.

The article mentions PM Narendra Modi and Germany. PM Narendra Modi is the 14th and current Prime Minister of India and his role is to serve the nation and help shape its future. Recently, he was in Assam to witness a new chapter of peace and development being ushered in. Regarding Germany, it has recently seen a wave of protests backed by the “Last Generation Plan” in response to various raids. The protests were focused on drawing attention to pressing issues such as inequality and police brutality.

On the second day of Ura Academy’s 53rd Tenyidie seminar for Tenyidie language teachers, Kikruneinuo Liezietsu, the joint secretary of the Academy, gave an insightful keynote address on mother tongue and multilingualism through NEP 2020. She unveiled the history of Tenyidie language and how it has grown since 1939 when JE Tanquist initiated the Angami Literature Board. Mrs. Liezietsu also pointed out that numerous students and scholars have achieved their Ph.D. qualifications in Tenyidie under Nagaland University.

To motivate the audience of teachers, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, president of Ura Academy, addressed the audience and thanked them for their hard work in passing on the knowledge of the Tenyidie language. He urged them to be better equipped and prepared to excel in their teaching duties. In the technical session, Dr. Khotole Khieya from the Nagaland University shared her thoughts on NEP 2020. Dr. Metseilhouthie Mor, an assistant professor at Pfütsero Government College, presented a paper on grammar, composition, word division, and literature. Finally, Vizonyü Liezietsu spoke on language use.

On the final day of the seminar, the Tenyidie Kephrünuoko Krotho will be organizing events like debates, story writing, poetry writing and essay writing for high school and higher secondary school students. To conclude, an award ceremony will be held in the evening where meritorious students in Tenyidie language and music from HSLC, HSSLC, and undergraduate levels will be rewarded.

Ura Academy was founded in 1941 with an initial objective to promote the Tenyidie language. It carries out this mission through research, publication, seminars and teaching of the language. Since its inception, Ura Academy has been providing academic support and guidance for students, teachers and researchers of the language. The Academy is respected for its creative outcomes in preserving the Tenyidie language and culture. Moreover, it contributes to the growth and development of Tenyidie literature by bringing together scholars from across the nation. The Academy is credited for discovering the earliest manuscripts of Tenyidie folk songs, proverbs, folk literature, and more.

The Health And Medical Education Department of the Jammu and Kashmir government is taking a stern stand against the Director of Health Services Kashmir (DHSK). This is in response to the alleged violation of government regulations by the Director when an under-suspension doctor was transferred from one district to another. An inquiry officer, Pankaj Gupta, Director of Medical Supplies, has been assigned to the agency by the government and has been asked to submit a report within 20 days.

The suspicions of foul play arose after the Department noticed that the name of Dr. Arshad Hussain Wani, Medical Officer was included in the proposal for transfer to the Administrative Department despite the fact that Dr Arshad had already been suspended. An order issued by Bhupinder Kumar, Secretary of the Health and Medical Education Department requested the Director of Health Services to explain why the transfer of a suspended doctor was allowed.

Dr Arshad Ahmad Wani, Medical Officer, SDH Kokernag was suspended in February this year in accordance with Jammu and Kashmir Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1956. It was also highlighted that the Director of Health Services had illegally delegated financial powers to Chief Medical Officers (CMOs).

The government has also asked the Director of Health to immediately initiate disciplinary proceedings against the under-suspension doctor. Furthermore, it was also noted that the concerned doctor will remain attached to the Directorate of Health Services, Kashmir until further notice.

The department’s actions come as part of a larger operation which saw 119 Medical Officers transferred across Jammu and Kashmir last month.

Director Health Services Kashmir oversees the health care services for the entire region. It is also responsible for providing medical professionals and resources in times of need. The organisation ensures that the public receives efficient and quality healthcare.

Dr Arshad Ahmad Wani has been suspended since February for suspected violation of government regulations. He was previously a Medical Officer at the Sub District Hospital Kokernag, Anantnag but was transferred to the NTPHC Shiendra, Poonch. However, with the Department’s new inquiry, his fate remains uncertain.

It is yet to be seen what outcome awaits both the Director of Health Services Kashmir and Dr. Arshad Hussain Wani. As the government continues to take decisive steps to ensure excellent health care services, transparency and accountability remain of utmost importance to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

The results of the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC, or Std XII) exam in Maharashtra dropped to 91.2% this year, compared to the 92.1% last year. College heads in Pune predicted that the cut-offs for admission to undergraduate courses would decline accordingly. Because science students usually pursue professional courses, their scores are largely irrelevant to the cut-offs for arts and commerce students, who take up conventional degree courses.

Aftab Shaikh, the principal of Poona College of Arts, Science and Commerce, said the competition for seats is expected to be lower owing to the decreased marks. Furthermore, the current generation tend to choose newer courses from private universities rather than traditional BA, BSc, BCom courses. As a result, many seats may remain unoccupied in traditional colleges this year.

Similarly, Principal of Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rajendra Zunjarrao added that the rush for applied or practical courses such as BSc in animation, BCA in science, and BVoc in fashion technology is expected to increase whereas the number of applicants for the traditional courses may decrease. While most parents are able to afford the higher fees or apply for education loans, those who do not have the same privilege may turn to the more economical commerce courses in order to secure job opportunities post-graduation.

The impending implementation of the New Education Policy from 2021 may serve to bring in more students to universities and colleges offering conventional courses as well. Parag Kalkar, dean of faculty of commerce and management at Savitribai Phule Pune University, stated that an estimated 50,000 students would opt for commerce courses due to their affordability and employment prospects.

In conclusion, the decrease in HSC marks is likely to affect the cut-offs for undergraduate courses, particularly in regard to art and commerce streams. Although traditional courses are less attractive to current students, those with financial constraints may opt for commerce courses due to their affordability and job prospects. The implementation of the New Education Policy is also expected to bring in more applicants to universities and colleges providing conventional courses.