AI in Early Childhood: Japan’s new wave of apps is training AI to interpret baby cries, with tools like “Babylingual” telling parents likely needs such as hunger and sleep and offering guidance for soothing. Education Funding: Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike unveiled a grant scholarship for metro high students heading to top overseas universities, covering tuition up to 8 million yen per year for eligible low-income households. Exam Integrity Crackdown: India temporarily restricted Telegram access until June 22 ahead of the NEET 2026 re-exam, citing organized admissions fraud and paper-leak channels; the move follows earlier exam cancellation after leaks. Curriculum Pressure on Teachers: In New Zealand, teachers warn draft senior secondary subject curriculums are too crowded and could complicate redesigning programmes before the new qualification from 2029. Student Support Abroad: Nepal inaugurated an India-funded monastic school dormitory in Mustang under HICDP, improving accommodation and learning conditions. Higher Ed Outcomes: IIT Madras reported strong career pathways for its 2024-25 graduates, with most securing placements, admissions, or entrepreneurship. Education Under Attack: A new GCPEA report says global attacks on education rose sharply in 2024–2025, with India seeing increased incidents tied to unrest and crackdowns. STEM Learning Market: KV Toys India agreed to buy a 50% stake in STEM toy maker Play Panda, betting on faster growth in learning-focused toys.