Upholding English and BM must go hand in hand, says Education Minister

[ KUALA LUMPUR: There is no room for compromise when it comes to empowering students in Bahasa Malaysia (BM) and the English language, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. Fadhlina said meeting future demands requires proficiency in both BM and English, with the latter serving as a reinforcement in specific sectors and as a second language … Read more

Rajasthan govt mulling to bring same uniform in schools, says Education Minister

[ JAIPUR: To improve the education system in the state, the Rajasthan government said on Sunday that it is mulling to implement the same uniform for students across all government and private schools.Speaking at a conference in Jodhpur, State Education Minister Madan Dilawar hinted at taking this big step to improving the education system in … Read more

Kerala Education Minister Files Complaint Against Misleading Social Media Post

[ THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala Education Minister V. Sivankutty filed a complaint with the state police chief against a social media account on the X platform with the name of ‘Mr Sinha’.Sivankutty expressed anger as it shows a Kerala school text book which according to the person’s (Mr Sinha) post is meant to cause huge resentment in … Read more

‘Kafir’ viral video malicious, taken out of context, says Fadhlina

[ KUALA LUMPUR: Fadhlina Sidek has called a recent viral video of her speaking about banning the word “kafir” at home as malicious and taken out of context. The Education Minister said that the video was edited to cause a commotion on issues related to 3Rs (religion, race and royalty) by distorting the true meaning … Read more

Student in sexual harassment case fully protected, says Education Minister

[ KLANG: The 16-year-old student involved in a sexual harassment case against his teacher has been given full protection, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She also said that he has been given access to psycho-social services, as per Ministry guidelines. ALSO READ: We will not tolerate sexual harassment, says Education Ministry Fadhlina said this after … Read more

‘You touch, you go,’ Fadhlina warns teachers who sexually harass students

[ SHAH ALAM: “You touch, you go,” warns Fadhlina Sidek, saying that teachers who sexually exploit their students will be sacked. The Education Minister also stressed on the ministry’s commitment to create an ecosystem of safety in every school. “For these students, schools are the second safest after their homes. “That is why our teachers … Read more

School canteens to operate during Ramadan for non-Muslim students

[ KUALA LANGAT: School canteens will operate throughout the month of Ramadan from Tuesday (March 12) for the benefit of non-Muslim students, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. “Canteens must remain in operation,” she said after visiting SK Saujana Putra here on Monday (March 11). ALSO READ: Fasting month to begin tomorrow Fadhlina said there needed … Read more

About 5% of primary school pupils still unable to master 3M skills, says Fadhlina

[ KUALA LUMPUR: About 5.65% of pupils who are in Year Two and Year Six, are still unable to master the basic literacy skills of reading, writing and counting, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek (pic). “The Education Ministry has realised that the Covid-19 pandemic had impacted studies as students could not attend physical classes,” she … Read more

Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Celebrates Surge in State Literacy to 88%

[ SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur on Sunday said the state literacy has risen to over 88 per cent from eight at the time of Independence, the second highest in the country.He said that the rise in the field of education can be attributed to the high standards and excellence of the state’s … Read more