Shimla's 150-Year Struggle with Monkey Menace
Explore Shimla's complex 150-year history with monkeys, from colonial-era pets to modern-day pests. Discover the ecological and urban challenges of this unique coexistence.
Explore Shimla's complex 150-year history with monkeys, from colonial-era pets to modern-day pests. Discover the ecological and urban challenges of this unique coexistence.
Himachal's education directorate cracks down on govt schools holding annual functions in December, violating the November schedule. A temporary reprieve granted till Dec 31 with conditions. Read more.
Ten Varanasi teachers, trained at IIT Kanpur, will now teach AI, cybersecurity, and coding to students in government schools. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and empower young minds with future-ready skills. Discover how Uttar Pradesh is
Activists condemn Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation for closing 20 schools citing low enrolment, warning of permanent student dropouts. Details inside.
Odisha government identifies 50 century-old Odia-medium schools for conservation and modernisation under the Aitihya Vidyalaya scheme with a ₹60 crore budget. Read more.
A GSI report identifies underground pipe leaks and tunnel construction vibrations as causes of the Shimla road collapse. An 8-year-old girl fell into the sinkhole. Read the full findings and official recommendations.
GCC plans biogas plants in Chennai schools with centralized kitchens. Initiative follows successful pilots saving LPG cylinders & converting waste to energy. Learn how students benefit.
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.
Data shows 375 private schools in Karnataka migrated from state to CBSE syllabus between 2022-2024. Experts cite parental perception, flexible norms, and curriculum quality as key drivers. Explore the detailed analysis.
A new survey in Karnataka shows parents prefer government schools, shifting to private institutions only under specific conditions. Discover the key factors influencing education choices.
Shimla gears up for the Winter Half Marathon on Dec 14. Runners can register for 5km, 10km & 21km races. Join the fitness challenge amidst stunning winter views!
BJP National President JP Nadda visits Shimla Dec 12-13 to lay the foundation stone for the party's expansive new state headquarters. He will also address a major public rally. Details inside.
Over 30 Mumbai schools participated in a sustainability mela, championing citizen-friendly climate action. Actor Dia Mirza urged adults to learn from children's conviction.
Himachal Pradesh High Court strikes down Shimla Zila Parishad ward delimitation, citing arbitrariness. The order impacts upcoming panchayat polls. Read the full details and implications.
Himachal health dept terminates 4 doctors from Shimla hospitals for prolonged absence without notice after joining AIIMS. Read the full details and official order.
Himachal Pradesh government suspends SP Rajesh Verma in Shimla for alleged service rule violations. Disciplinary proceedings initiated under CCS rules. Read the full details.
Shimla's historic ice-skating rink opens for the winter season, attracting skaters and tourists. The season runs from December to February. Discover the charm of this iconic activity.
Shimla Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap mandates staff to clear pending revenue cases within 15 days. The directive aims to improve public service delivery and administrative efficiency in Himachal Pradesh.
Karnataka's education department is upgrading 474 government schools to KPS magnet schools, offering LKG to UG on one campus to reverse a 19% enrollment decline. Learn about the new single-campus model.
The self-propelled DHMU train aced a vital trial on the UNESCO Kalka-Shimla line, overcoming past overheating issues. Read about the breakthrough and plans for passenger service.
Gujarat State Examination Board announces CET for Jyanshakti Schools & CM Jyansetu Scholarship. Online registration has begun. Key dates, eligibility, and exam pattern explained.
Akshaya Patra Foundation launches a first-of-its-kind Morning Nutrition programme in Andhra Pradesh, targeting morning hunger for 49,000 government school children in Visakhapatnam. Learn about the initiative's impact and expansion plans.
Union Minister reveals 15 airports, including Shimla, are non-operational under UDAN scheme due to funding expiry, low traffic. Details on expansion plans for Gaggal airport.
Karnataka govt approves plan to transform 200 govt schools into integrated Karnataka Public Schools under Akshara Avishkara scheme, aiming to boost quality and curb dropouts.
Karnataka's magnet school initiative aims to merge 450 low-enrollment schools in Mysuru, sparking protests from activists fearing 1,600 school closures. Government denies shutdown claims.
Parents in Ludhiana demand immediate action as Govt Primary School, Gobind Nagar, and Senior Secondary School operate without security guards, creating serious safety risks for students.
Himachal Pradesh faces severe winter weather with heavy snowfall, dense fog, and cold waves from December 2-5, 2024. IMD issues crucial travel advisories.
Delhi nursery admission process for 2026-27 academic year commences December 4, 2025. Check complete schedule, important dates and application guidelines for private schools.
Himachal Pradesh High Court directs state to limit vehicle passes on Shimla's sealed roads, protecting pedestrian charm. Court also orders urgent repair of dangerous retaining wall. Read full details.
Hindu organizations protest against Himachal government allowing namaz at Sanjauli mosque. Tension rises in Shimla over religious site permissions.