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Delhi suspends physical classes once again owing to pollution after SC rap

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According to the news agency ANI, Delhi’s Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on Thursday that due to the city’s current pollution levels, all schools in Delhi will be closed from Friday until any further orders are issued. The decision was made after the Chief Justice of India NV Ramana criticized the Delhi government for reopening schools under severe pollution conditions. It is noted that although the elderly are allowed to work from home, the Supreme Court judge asked the government why children are exposed to health hazards.

“Considering the forecast that air quality will improve, we have reopened the school. However, air pollution levels have risen again, and we decided to close the school from Friday until there is further order,” Gopal Ray said.

Abhishek Singhvi, a lawyer representing the Delhi government, told the Supreme Court that sending children to school for physical education is voluntary and the government can suspend offline courses if the Supreme Court wishes. “Don’t use our shoulders. You are the government and you have to take action. You mean come whoever wants to come; you want to stay at home and stay. If you give a choice, everyone will come, who wants to stay at home ,” CJI said.

“We take your statement in court seriously and truthfully. One thing you told is that the school is closed. But the school is not closed. Children must go in the fog in the morning. No respect? Read today’s newspaper. The children are going to go. . I know children who go to school, don’t solicit orders, don’t need to tell you anything. We respect you. So the elders work from home, and the children have to go to school?” Chief Justice NV Ramana said that a case related to air pollution in Delhi is being heard. As air quality entered a severe level from “very poor” on Wednesday, the pollution level in Delhi deteriorated further on Thursday. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) website, at 7am on Thursday, Delhi’s Hourly Air Quality Index (AQI) was 416. The city’s 24-hour average air quality index was 370 on Wednesday.

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The Supreme Court had earlier recommended blockade measures to address health hazards caused by rising pollution levels in the capital. In mid-November, the Delhi government announced the closure of physical courses and required offices to work from home. Construction activities are also suspended. After a brief closure, the school resumed physical education on November 29, during which the air quality improved slightly.

News Source : Hindustan Times

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Kerala govt releases books for parents to address children’s educational needs

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Kerala govt releases books for parents to address children’s educational needs

The set of four books, titled ‘Parents with the Growing Child’, was released by state General Education Minister V Sivankutty, a government release said.

In an innovative initiative, the Kerala government on Friday released a set of books aimed at empowering parents to support their children’s education-related requirements from pre-primary to higher secondary levels.

The set of four books, titled ‘Parents with the Growing Child’, was released by state General Education Minister V Sivankutty, a government release said.

Speaking after the book release, the minister said, “Kerala has always been a leader in education with numerous exemplary initiatives. This new project further strengthens the partnership between parents, schools, and children, ensuring the comprehensive development of students.”

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The books, designed for parents of students in public schools, are tailored to the different educational stages of Pre-Primary, Lower Primary, Upper Primary, and High School-Higher Secondary levels, the release said.

They provide detailed guidance to parents on how to approach their children’s growth, development, and learning needs, it said.

“These books are not just reading materials but form the foundation for a scientific, structured parent education programme to be conducted by the Department of Education. Under the guidance of trained teachers, the content of these books will be shared with parents across the state,” it further said.

Sivankutty, according to the release, emphasised that Kerala was the only state in India to establish a special focus group on parenting education as part of curriculum reform.

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The books released today were one of the key recommendations of the group’s report, he said.

“By acknowledging the concerns and aspirations of parents, these books will increase active participation in public education and strengthen Kerala’s educational foundation,” he added, according to the release.

The Kerala government is confident that these books will further enhance the involvement of parents in their children’s education, reinforcing the state’s position as a pioneer in public education, it said.

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