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University of Liverpool to open Bengaluru campus, start by August 2026
The institute becomes the second UK university after Southampton to get UGC approval; 15 foreign varsities to open India campuses this academic year, says Pradhan
 "University of Liverpool to open Bengaluru campus, start by August 2026")
Caste census move shows gap between true intent, sloganeering: Pradhan
Pradhan termed the move as a gamechanger decision which has been welcomed by a majority of opposition parties
 "Caste census move shows gap between true intent, sloganeering: Pradhan")
Steel sector to play vital role in achieving $5 trn economy goal: Pradhan
Pradhan also said that green steel is the priority of the government to turn industrial transformation into a competitive advantage and this transition is magnificent in progress
Over 50 foreign varsities applied to UGC for approval: Pradhan in RS
Pradhan said that over 50 qualitative foreign universities are in talks with different state governments and have reached the UGC for permission
 "Over 50 foreign varsities applied to UGC for approval: Pradhan in RS")
Dharmendra Pradhan's father, Ex-Union minister Debendra Pradhan dies at 84
Pradhan, the former Odisha BJP president, breathed his last in New Delhi
Tamil enrolment declining in TN schools: Pradhan attacks DMK over NEP
Pradhan said 67 per cent of students are now in English medium schools in the state, while Tamil medium enrolment has dropped from 54 per cent (2018-19) to 36 per cent (2023-24)
DMK MP Kanimozhi demands apology for Dharmendra Pradhan's 'abusive' remarks
Kanimozhi, the MP from Lok Sabha constituency Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, said the Union Minister's remarks were undemocratic and demanded an apology
 "DMK MP Kanimozhi demands apology for Dharmendra Pradhan's 'abusive' remarks")
Dharmendra Pradhan's comment on NEP sparks row; Lok Sabha adjourned
Pradhan said the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government has changed its stand on implementing the centrally-sponsored scheme PM SHRI
 "Dharmendra Pradhan's comment on NEP sparks row; Lok Sabha adjourned")
'He was speaking like an arrogant king': CM MK Stalin to Dharmendra Pradhan
During the Lok Sabha proceedings, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan alleged that Tamil Nadu initially agreed to sign MoU for the scheme but later changed its stance
 "'He was speaking like an arrogant king': CM MK Stalin to Dharmendra Pradhan")
TN CM slams Pradhan for 'arrogance', tells him to control his tongue
The CM's remarks came in the wake of the exchange between the DMK MPs and Pradhan in the Lok Sabha over the PM SHRI scheme and fund allocation to the southern state
 "TN CM slams Pradhan for 'arrogance', tells him to control his tongue")
Will not implement NEP even if Centre offers Rs 10,000 cr to TN: CM Stalin
Stalin said that opposition to the NEP was not merely due to the attempt to impose Hindi but also because of various other factors that would have serious consequences for the future of students
 "Will not implement NEP even if Centre offers Rs 10,000 cr to TN: CM Stalin")
NEP 2020 does not advocate imposition of any language: Pradhan to Stalin
The Stalin government has alleged that the Centre is attempting to impose Hindi on southern states under the guise of the NEP, which suggests a three-language model for students
 "NEP 2020 does not advocate imposition of any language: Pradhan to Stalin")
Udhayanidhi slams Pradhan over politics remark; defends 2-language policy
In a letter to Stalin, Pradhan said the Tamil Nadu CM should rise above political differences and think about the interests of young learners who will benefit from the new National Education Policy
 "Udhayanidhi slams Pradhan over politics remark; defends 2-language policy")
NEP row: Dharmendra Pradhan urges CM Stalin to rise above differences
In a letter to Stalin, Pradhan said the Tamil Nadu CM should rise above political differences and think about the interests of young learners who will benefit from the new National Education Policy
 "NEP row: Dharmendra Pradhan urges CM Stalin to rise above differences")
PM must interfere in federalism's interest, release SSA funds to TN: CM
He expressed deep concern over the recent remarks of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan indicating that SSA funds for Tamil Nadu would not be released
Stalin condemns Pradhan for alleged NEP, 3-language policy rider for funds
Stalin accused Pradhan of blackmail for his alleged stand that Tamil Nadu would not be provided education related funds
 "Stalin condemns Pradhan for alleged NEP, 3-language policy rider for funds")
Draft UGC norms empower universities in faculty selection, says Pradhan
In a written response to a parliamentary question, Pradhan stated that the draft regulations aim to foster innovation, inclusivity, flexibility, and dynamism in higher education
Anger against corrupt, insensible 'Aapda' govt: Minister Pradhan slams AAP
Dharmendra Pradhan was addressing a community gathering in Shahapur Jat village under Greater Kailash Vidhan Sabha, Delhi, where many Oriya-speaking working people reside
Odisha, Singapore sign MoU to establish FinTech hub in Bhubaneswar
Commenting on the MoU, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said, Odisha aims to leverage GFTN's global expertise and resources to drive innovation and create tailored Fintech solutions in the state
 "Odisha, Singapore sign MoU to establish FinTech hub in Bhubaneswar")
UGC should hold talks with states before regulation changes: K'taka min
Karnataka Minister MC Sudhakar said UGC should be engaging in a dialogue with state governments before proposing any changes
 "UGC should hold talks with states before regulation changes: K'taka min")
