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Apple has launched the release candidate for iOS 18.4, with a stable release expected shortly. Key features include intelligent priority notifications, new emojis, expanded language support, and an Image Playground Sketch mode. Only users of iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone 16 will have access to Apple Intelligence features.

British Airways introduces an in-person service in local languages for Indian customers traveling to London. The free 'meet and assist' service, available in Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, and Tamil, helps passengers with check-in, airport navigation, boarding, and transit at London Heathrow. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility and improve customer experience on BA flights from five Indian cities.

The State Bank of India (SBI) is expected to announce the SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2025 by March 31. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their results on SBI’s official website. The prelims serve as the first stage in the selection process, followed by the main exam and a local language test before final recruitment.

Rocket Learning has launched Appu, an AI-powered tutor for children aged 3–6 in India, to support early childhood education. Developed with Google.org Fellows, Appu is freely accessible and focuses on pre-literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. Piloted by thousands, it aims to reach 50 million families by 2030. A $1.5 million Google grant supported its development.

Andhra Pradesh deputy CM Pawan Kalyan clarified his stance on the three-language system initially expressed during Jana Sena's Formation Day celebrations. He emphasized the importance of linguistic diversity and reiterated Jana Sena's support for linguistic freedom and educational choice, addressing misconceptions about the NEP's language policies.

Fuelled by migration from Hindi-speaking states to south of Vindhyas, necessity is driving national integration through a mutual learning of other languages

Amid controversy, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan clarified he supports linguistic freedom, not anti-Hindi. He criticized the misinterpretation of NEP 2020, highlighting the hypocrisy of Tamil Nadu politicians allowing Hindi-dubbed films for profit. Kalyan defended the NEP's three-language policy, emphasizing student choice and national unity while preserving linguistic diversity.

Apoorva Mukhija, popularly known as the 'Rebel Kid', made headlines for her recent appearance in the controversial episode of India’s Got Latent and the subsequent legal troubles for using inappropriate language. After the controversy, the influencer-turned-actress was not allowed to use her social media handles. However, a video of her causing trouble during Sabrina Carpenter’s concert in Paris is now going viral on social media.

Preschools should nurture and respect each child's individuality by recognizing unique learning styles and developmental paths. A flexible curriculum should accommodate diverse interests and growth patterns. Educators must have observation skills, teaching flexibility, and understand children's needs to foster confidence and curiosity. Preschools must create an environment celebrating unique qualities for successful learning.