Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor used a poetic couplet to criticize PM Modi's "delayed" response to paper leak cases and student protests. Modi announced fast-track courts and stringent punishment for those involved, emphasizing youth welfare.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke mocked PM Modi's announcement of fast-track courts for NEET paper leaks, sharing a meme about Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Protesters demand Pradhan's resignation, compensation for affected students, and withdrawal of FIRs against peaceful demonstrators.
The Trump administration plans to reallocate federal R&D funding, directing money to individual scientists and agile research organizations instead of traditional institutions like Harvard and MIT. This strategy, outlined in the 'Science: A New Golden Age' report, aims to accelerate technological discovery, particularly in AI, to secure US dominance against China. Universities may face challenges as funding priorities shift.
La Commissione europea, guidata da Ursula von der Leyen, sta preparando un "Action Plan" per l'autunno, focalizzato sul rilancio della competitività e dell'innovazione. L'iniziativa segue un incontro con Mario Draghi e mira a presentare nuove proposte al Parlamento europeo, affrontando il deficit di crescita e le sfide geopolitiche.
China aims to peak emissions within five years, targeting a 17% reduction in CO2 emissions per GDP unit by 2030 and increasing non-fossil energy share to 25%. The plan emphasizes clean coal substitution, nuclear power, and green energy sources to meet soaring electricity demand from its AI sector and ensure energy security.
Ghana has launched a new five-year National Ethics and Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NEACAP) aimed at strengthening accountability and ethical leadership. President Mahama highlighted corruption as a "national development challenge" and called for collective effort. The plan replaces a previous one criticized for inconsistent implementation, as Ghana faces challenges with weak enforcement and political interference despite being a stable democracy.
The European Central Bank's top supervisor, Claudia Buch, has instructed the EU's largest lenders to submit action plans by the end of October detailing how they will manage risks posed by advanced AI models, citing potential disruptions to the financial system.
China's State Council has issued a new five-year plan to integrate artificial intelligence into all educational stages, from primary school to university, to boost AI literacy and problem-solving. This initiative aligns with broader national AI development efforts seen in other major economies like Russia.
Lithuania's foreign ministry announced the temporary suspension of economic cooperation action plan negotiations with Taiwan due to domestic political changes following the formation of a new coalition government. Talks may resume after the new administration is in office and its program is approved.
Russian oil companies are taking steps to ensure domestic fuel supply, increase production, and commission new capacities, according to the government. Special focus was placed on supplying agricultural producers during seasonal fieldwork.
Andhra Pradesh SSC ASE May 2026 results show an 82.39% pass rate, up from 76.14%. Girls outperformed boys by 4.93%, and Prakasam district led with 97.96% pass rate, while NTR district had the lowest at 63.18%.
Russia and ASEAN adopt a comprehensive action plan for their strategic partnership (2026-2030) at the Kazan summit, focusing on enhanced cooperation in politics, security, trade, energy, and more.
A new UN report reveals that approximately 392 million children in India (92% of 0-18 year olds) face extreme heat, with 89 million exposed to heatwaves. The report highlights the vulnerability of young children to increasing heatwave severity and calls for child-specific measures in Heat Action Plans.
President Erdoğan announced Turkey's Artificial Intelligence Vision and Action Plan at the "Turkey Artificial Intelligence Summit" in Istanbul. Baykar Chairman Selçuk Bayraktar criticized global tech giants for "techno-capitalist global domination" and advocated for a human-centric approach to AI development, emphasizing "Technological Solidarity Alliance" with allied nations.
President Erdoğan unveiled Turkey's new AI action plan, focusing on four pillars: awareness, utilization, production, and management. The plan aims to train 5 million citizens in AI literacy within two years and increase the country's data center capacity to 1 gigawatt by 2030, positioning Turkey as a leader in AI technologies.
President Erdoğan announced the "Turkey Artificial Intelligence Action Plan" covering 2026-2030, aiming to position Turkey among leading AI nations. He highlighted the importance of cybersecurity and leveraging defense industry expertise for AI development.
President Erdoğan announced Turkey's new Artificial Intelligence Action Plan for 2026-2030 at the Turkey AI Summit, aiming to position the country among AI leaders. He emphasized that humanity is entering a new era with AI.
Marlene Louise Johnson, a former Associated Press reporter whose lawsuit against the wire service for race and gender discrimination spurred affirmative action hiring plans, has died at 89. Johnson died May 9 in Inglewood, California.
China unveiled its National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030) at a forum in Beijing. The plan addresses rights including life, personal integrity, information, religious freedom, democratic participation, and fair trial, emphasizing legal frameworks and protections.
China unveiled its National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030) at a forum in Beijing. The plan outlines advancements in economic, social, cultural, civil, political, and environmental rights, alongside protections for various demographic groups and emerging human rights fields.
China has released its fifth National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030), focusing on economic, social, cultural, civil, political, and environmental rights. It emphasizes people's principal status, fairness, and comprehensive development, while also addressing emerging human rights fields and global governance.
Island nations adopted an action plan at the World Island Nations Ocean Conference to address climate change, focusing on human resource development and sustainable ocean management. The Nippon Foundation pledged $100 million over 10 years to support these initiatives.
The German government has approved a 12-point action plan for a circular economy, aiming to boost product longevity, repair, and recycling by 2027. It includes a €260 million initial investment and aims to enhance economic independence by reducing reliance on raw materials.
The German government has agreed on a 12-point action plan for a circular economy, to be implemented by the end of 2027. The plan aims to boost product longevity, repair, and recycling, supported by €260 million in initial funding and €305 million from 2027-2030. It includes a new digital platform, product passports, and a textile law.
