Tamil Nadu minorities commission recommends land allocation for cemeteries in every district, internal quotas for Jains & Sikhs, and increased church/mosque renovation funds. Read the key proposals.
Chhattisgarh's new rule restricts RTE quota admissions in private schools to Class 1, starting 2026-27. Private schools oppose, calling it anti-equality. Read the full story.
A 2025 study reveals 10,474 girls are out of school in 5 states. The RTE Act's age 14 limit and socio-economic barriers are key reasons. Read the full analysis.
Nashik sessions court upholds conviction of Maharashtra sports minister Manikrao Kokate in EWS flat scam. His political future now hinges on a High Court stay. Read the full details.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted for securing flat under EWS quota with false income. Nashik court upholds 2-year sentence, triggering immediate disqualification risk. Read full details.
Times of India's latest initiatives feature growth dialogues in Varanasi & Lucknow, a senior well-being summit, and deep dives into trending news topics. Explore insights on Uttar Pradesh's development.
Leading Hyderabad schools and junior colleges are illegally conducting admission and scholarship tests, charging fees up to ₹1,650, despite a clear ban under the Right to Education Act. Parents allege authorities are mute spectators.
A Mumbai advocate challenges a school's refusal to admit her autistic twins under RTE Act. The Bombay High Court will hear the case, highlighting the fight for inclusive education.
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin launches urban Kalaignar Sports Scheme, aiming to spot talent and promote daily sports habits among Chennai's youth. Read more.
Odisha sees a sharp rise in unrecognised private schools from 428 to over 1,200. Nationwide, 19,518 such schools operate, flouting RTE norms and depriving students of benefits. Read the full report.
Orissa High Court directs excise commissioner to decide within two weeks on a 63-year-old man's plea to increase his monthly medical opium quota, citing health deterioration.
Karnataka's push for 56% quota is mired in internal reservation disputes. Explore the 6-6-5 formula, the new 17% SC reservation, and the political storm. Read the full analysis.
Despite legal hurdles stalling the 42% BC reservation in Telangana's local body polls, major parties are informally backing BC candidates. The High Court stay and pending Presidential assent create a complex electoral scenario. Read more.
Nomadic communities in Karnataka demand a separate 1% reservation and oppose the state's 6-6-5 quota formula. They warn of a 'Belagavi Chalo' protest if demands are unmet.
Andhra Pradesh High Court issues notice on petition demanding 33% reservation for women in state advocates' association elections. Hearing posted for next Wednesday.
Andhra Pradesh High Court demands state government clarify rules on spouse quota in employee transfers, citing alleged misuse by union leaders. Hearing set for January.
Allahabad University launches a major review of 2025 admissions after discovering graduates re-enrolled using false documents. Police inquiry pending. Details inside.
Admissions for Nursery, KG, and Class 1 in Delhi's private unaided schools for 2026-27 are now open. Apply online or offline by December 27. Check school and DoE portals for criteria and seats.
Delhi's nursery admission process for 2026-27 is underway. Learn about crucial deadlines, required documents, and the points-based selection system to secure your child's seat. Stay organized and avoid last-minute stress.
Gujarat's primary education directorate invites online applications for new private schools and classes for 2026-27. Apply between Dec 8-18. Learn key dates and RTE compliance.
Rajasthan High Court directs RPSC and state govt to revise RAS 2023 ex-servicemen merit list after finding top-ranked candidate ineligible. Get the full details on the landmark ruling.
Annu Kumari, star of India's blind women's cricket team, returns to her Buxar village a World Cup champion. She hopes a govt job will lift her family from hardship. Read her inspiring journey.
Following a surge in fake disability certificate complaints, the Maharashtra government mandates fresh verification for all employees who used disability quotas. The move sparks debate over harassment vs. rooting out fraud.
Annu Kumari, star of India's Blind Women's T20 World Cup win, returns to her Bihar village. She hopes for a government job to support her struggling family. Read her inspiring journey.
Times of India's latest initiatives, including growth dialogues in Varanasi & Lucknow, the RTE Senior Well-Being Summit, and deep-dive originals on data, UPI, and scams. Explore insights shaping India.
Times of India's latest initiatives: RTE Senior Well-Being Summit, growth dialogues in Varanasi & Lucknow, and in-depth analysis on Red Gold, data security, and UPI's future. Explore insights shaping India.
Delhi's private school admission process for Nursery, KG & Class 1 for 2026-27 is now live. Check crucial dates, age eligibility norms, and a step-by-step guide to secure your child's seat before the December 27 deadline.
Times of India's latest initiatives include the RTE Senior Well-Being Summit, growth-focused Dialogues in Varanasi & Lucknow, and comprehensive T20 World Cup 2024 coverage. Explore insights.
Explore Times of India's latest initiatives: RTE Summit, city growth dialogues in Varanasi & Lucknow, and deep dives into Red Gold, data security, and UPI's future. Get the full story.
Delhi's entry-level school admission registration for 2026-27 begins December 4. Check the essential documents, fee, last date, and the new age criteria as per NEP 2020. Apply before December 27.