Enrolments slide by over a thousand: Is Canada losing its appeal among international students?

Canada’s once-strong appeal for international students is slipping, with long-term enrolments in public schools falling by over 1,000 in 2024–25. Rising global competition, immigration policy shifts, and limited government promotion are driving the decline. While short-term enrolments show slight growth, experts warn that Canada must act strategically to remain a top study destination worldwide.

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Cabinet approves opening of 57 new KVs under civil sector with Rs 5862 crore investment to boost school education

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) under the civil sector with an investment of Rs.5862 crore. These schools will include Balvatikas as per NEP 2020 and cater to 86,640 students across 17 States and UTs, including aspirational, LWE, and NER regions. The expansion will create…

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Infrastructure push: Cabinet approves NH-715 widening to 4 lanes; Kaliabor-Numaligarh stretch to get wildlife-friendly measures

The Union Cabinet approved a Rs 6,957 crore project to widen the 85.675 km Kaliabor-Numaligarh section of NH-715 in Assam into a four-lane highway. This upgrade aims to boost connectivity, reduce travel time, and enhance economic activity. The project includes wildlife-friendly measures along the Kaziranga National Park section to prevent animal accidents.

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Good cholesterol explained: Desi foods that raise HDL naturally and protect your heart health

Good cholesterol (HDL) is crucial for heart health, actively removing harmful cholesterol from the body. Lifestyle changes like regular exercise and avoiding smoking, alongside incorporating desi foods such as nuts, fatty fish, legumes, and whole grains, naturally boost HDL levels. Avoiding processed foods and excessive alcohol further supports a balanced cholesterol profile, reducing cardiovascular risks.

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Berlin honors ‘Chancellor of Reunification’ Helmut Kohl

Berlin is set to rename Hofjägerallee after former Chancellor Helmut Kohl, 35 years after German reunification. Kohl, who died in 2017, was the pivotal architect of Germany’s 1990 unification, securing crucial international approvals. This honor, announced by mayor Kai Wegner, acknowledges his immense contribution despite a past scandal involving illegal party donations that had previously…

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