Teachers on Poll Duty Disrupt Studies in Punjab Schools
Academic activities in Punjab schools face disruption as teachers are deployed for election duties. Learn about the impact on students and the demands for a permanent solution.
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KGMU Committee Finds Allegations of Bias Baseless
A KGMU fact-finding committee dismissed claims of disproportionate minority hiring. Data shows only 289 of 3,995 contractual staff are from minority communities. Read the full report.
Fresh Engineers Protest BPSC's 25% Weightage for Contract Staff
Hundreds of fresh engineering graduates protested in Patna against BPSC's policy giving 25% weightage to contractual experience in AE exam merit. They demand a level playing field.
Delhi Teachers Made Nodal Officers for Stray Dog Matters
Delhi assigns teachers as nodal officers for stray dog-related matters, drawing strong opposition from associations citing disruption to teaching and pre-board exams. Read the full story.
1,215 New Teachers for Muzaffarpur Schools
Muzaffarpur district is set to recruit 1,215 teachers in government schools under BPSC TRE 4. The appointments will fill vacancies from primary to higher secondary levels, boosting education quality.
Chennai: 700+ teachers detained in pay anomaly protest
Secondary grade teachers in Chennai continue protests over a Rs. 9,000+ pay disparity. Over 700 detained on Saturday as demands remain unmet. Read the full story.
Chandigarh Aided College Teachers Threaten Agitation
Chandigarh Aided College Teachers' Association warns of intensified protests, including exam boycotts, if UGC benefits and pending demands are not met. Read about their key grievances.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Christmas 2025 Wishes & Messages for Teachers from Students
Celebrate Christmas 2025 by honoring your teachers. Find unique wishes, inspiring quotes, and heartfelt messages to express your gratitude and festive cheer.
Punjab Teachers Protest Mandatory Bridge Course
Punjab's experienced teachers with up to 20 years of service protest a mandatory Rs 25,000 bridge course, calling it harassment. Unions demand immediate withdrawal of the order.
Chandigarh teachers detained, demand UGC benefits
Over 125 aided college teachers in Chandigarh were detained during a peaceful protest demanding UGC benefits. Cacta accuses UT administration of delaying implementation despite central funding.
Meghalaya Cabinet Approves Revised Teacher Pay Structure
Meghalaya cabinet approves revised pay for SSA & ad-hoc teachers, effective April 2026. CM Sangma fulfills pre-Christmas commitment, addressing long-standing demands for structured pay and job security.
Patna University Teachers Threaten Strike Over Pending Demands
Patna University Teachers' Association threatens mass casual leave & dharna on Jan 17 if demands, including 6-month maternity leave and promotions, are not met by Jan 16. Read full details.
Haryana Health Dept: 5,384 Posts Vacant, Rural Areas Hit Hard
Haryana faces a severe healthcare staff shortage with 5,384 vacant posts. While the govt claims alternative arrangements, gaps in rural delivery raise concerns. Read the full district-wise breakdown.
Kolkata Airport Staff Protest Biometric System, Uniforms
Contractual housekeeping staff at Kolkata airport protest new biometric attendance system, demanding fresh uniforms and leave benefits. Management alleges it's a ploy to avoid shift discipline.
Oman CEPA Boosts Stay for Indian Service Providers to 2 Years
India-Oman trade pact extends stay for contractual service suppliers from 90 days to 2 years, boosting mobility & job creation. Details inside.
Vasai-Virar Civic Body Plans 10% Workforce Reduction
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has initiated a process to cut 10% of its contractual staff to reduce costs. Departments must submit detailed reports by December 17.
Over 1,600 posts vacant at NCERT, reliance on contract staff
NCERT operates with over half its posts vacant, data reveals. Ministry of Education calls recruitment a 'continuous process' as reliance on contractual hires persists. Read the full analysis.
DK Teachers Await Egg Refunds for Midday Meals for 2 Years
Hundreds of Dakshina Kannada teachers have spent from their own pockets for two years to buy eggs for midday meals, awaiting government refunds. Read about their struggle.
Punjab Teachers' Unions Protest Poll Duty Mismanagement
15 teachers' unions in Punjab stage statewide protests against alleged harassment during election duty. They demand compensation for families of deceased teachers and better safety measures. Read more.
Punjab Teachers to Protest at DC Offices Today
Government school teachers in Punjab will protest outside Deputy Commissioners' offices today, demanding resolution of long-pending issues including old pension scheme restoration.
Maharashtra: 25,000+ schools shut as teachers protest
Massive teachers' strike in Maharashtra closes 25,000+ schools. Protests target Sanch Manyata rules & mandatory TET, risking 18,000 school closures and 25,000 job losses. Details inside.
Hubballi to felicitate 8-time MLC Basavaraj Horatti on Dec 13
Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti, who holds a Guinness World Record for eight consecutive wins, will be honoured at Nehru Maidan. CM Siddaramaiah to inaugurate. Read more.
Delhi's Educated Women: Classroom Leaders, Workforce Laggards
Delhi's female literacy soars to 80.76%, with women dominating classrooms. Yet, a stark paradox emerges as their workforce participation lags at just 14.2%. Explore the data and the challenge.
Centre Asks for 2 Months on PU Retirement Age Decision
The Centre has requested two months from the Punjab and Haryana High Court to decide on raising Panjab University teachers' retirement age from 60 to 65. The next hearing is in January.
Maharashtra's 115 Idol Teachers Attend SCERT Workshop
115 selected 'Idol Teachers' attended a state-level workshop in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Education officials urged them to be beacons of change and shape future policies.
Nagpur Teachers' Strike on Friday Over Pending Demands
Teachers' associations in Nagpur call for a strike on Friday over salary, pension, and regularization issues. The state government warns of disciplinary action. Details inside.
Uttarakhand HC Clubs All Teacher Promotion Petitions
Uttarakhand High Court will jointly hear all pending petitions on LT teacher and lecturer promotions. The move aims to resolve long-standing seniority disputes. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Teachers Strike Over SC's CTET Mandate
Maharashtra teachers plan a strike despite pay-cut threats, protesting the Supreme Court's mandatory CTET order. Education Minister Dada Bhuse appeals for calm while the government studies the verdict.
Delhi: Educated Women Rise, But Jobs Remain Elusive
A Delhi govt report shows women are excelling in higher education and teaching roles, yet their workforce participation remains critically low at 14.2%. Explore the data and the structural barriers behind this paradox.
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