In what might be defined as some of the most tragic and unsettling images to hit the world last month, the images that exposed the plight of Rohingya Muslims struggling at sea standout first. Slivered by hunger and despair, the ‘boat people’ as they have come...
Based on data collected from teachers and children in 227 public and low-fee charging private schools in Andhra Pradesh, India, a recent study by Young Lives India suggests that teaching quality considerably impacts students learning outcomes and factors like teacher’s professional qualifications, their attitude and practices towards their...
The LGBTQ rights movement has turned to good account this month with the launch of UN’s Bollywood inspired video promoting gay rights in India. Meanwhile in the neighbouring country of Pakistan, a children’s book addressing the issue of homophobia is quietly gaining steam. The book titled, ‘My...
This month, millions of Indians are celebrating Raksha Bandhan – an ancient festival that celebrates the loving bond between brothers and sisters. The sister ties a sacred thread called ‘Rakhi’ on her brother’s wrist as to protect him against any adversity and in return, the brother...
