AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCampus governance in focus: Kerala University faced backlash after a leaked draft “Students’ Code of Conduct Regulations, 2026” allegedly curbing protests and campus political activity; the VC later said no such final proposal was prepared. Student life and rights: Bengaluru colleges saw protests over compulsory dress codes and appearance rules, reigniting debate on personal freedom versus “discipline.” Tertiary access and funding: New Zealand’s Labour “first-year fees-free” scheme paid universities NZ$1.25b over seven years, but officials say it didn’t meaningfully lift participation or equity. Scholarships push: Malaysia’s Higher Education Ministry will hold “Scholarship Day 2026” (Sept 26-27) to connect students with government and private sponsorships. STEM and infrastructure: India’s SECI invited bids for 4,083.75 kW rooftop solar at Central Agricultural University colleges; Gwalior plans Asia’s first Telecom Manufacturing Zone with ₹5,500 crore investment. AI and education geopolitics: US-China AI competition is set to shape policy talks, while China’s AI tools face scrutiny over data transfer practices. Safety and student welfare: India launched a Biovigilance Programme to monitor adverse reactions in transplants, and West Bengal’s HS Semester-III exam drew 7.18 lakh students.
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