Teachers Protest 'Nodal Officer' Duty for Stray Dogs
A Supreme Court order on stray dog safety leads to confusion, teacher suspensions, and protests in Delhi and Mumbai. Learn how a viral rumor about dog counting escalated the issue.
A Supreme Court order on stray dog safety leads to confusion, teacher suspensions, and protests in Delhi and Mumbai. Learn how a viral rumor about dog counting escalated the issue.
The NMMS scholarship exam for Class 8 in Gujarat saw an impressive 94.91% turnout. Over 2.07 lakh students appeared, competing for 5,097 scholarships of Rs 1,000 per month. Read the district-wise analysis.
Mumbai teachers protest an order to appoint them as nodal officers for stray dogs. The education department clarifies it's a misinterpretation. Read the full story.
Mumbai teachers push back against directive making them nodal officers for stray dog control in schools. Unions call it an affront to educators' dignity. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board's assistant professor exam witnessed high turnout. 42,064 candidates appeared for 2,708 vacancies. Read about the exam pattern and candidate reactions.
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.
The Melbourne Cricket Ground witnessed a historic day as 93,442 fans packed the stadium for the Ashes, breaking the previous cricket attendance record. Dive into the details of this monumental event.
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.
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.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission proposes reintroducing application fees for each exam to deter non-serious candidates and prevent wastage of public funds. Read more.
Celebrate Christmas 2025 by honoring your teachers. Find unique wishes, inspiring quotes, and heartfelt messages to express your gratitude and festive cheer.
Karnataka Assembly Speaker U T Khader considers linking MLA grants to performance to boost attendance. He urged MLAs, especially youth, to actively participate in sessions. Read more.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' panel on December 23, 2025, tackled crucial topics including the Karnataka government's new policy, the impact of the NEP, and the future of Indian sports. Read the full discussion.
Gujarat's new policy linking grants to student attendance faces fierce opposition from school managements, who warn of potential closures and data manipulation. Read the full story.
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.
A massive PTM in Amritsar saw 15,000 parents. School officials stressed 75% attendance and child emotional health. Learn key takeaways for parents.
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.
Gujarat's new grant policy for aided schools links funding to attendance but provides special relief for rural single-class institutions. Learn about the revised slabs and criteria.
Delhi High Court mandates 50% capacity for trial courts this month, with staff on alternate-day rosters. Order prioritizes women and those with medical issues. Read details.
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' 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.
Delhi teachers demand hybrid work options as GRAP-IV restrictions allow 50% attendance in offices but not schools. Read their plea for health protection.
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.
Permanent Lok Adalat, Mohali, grants interim relief to LLM student barred over attendance shortage. Court directs university to issue admit card, citing institution's own lapse. Next hearing on Dec 23.
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.
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.
Assam govt launches automated SMS alerts in 5 languages to notify parents & teachers of student absenteeism, aiming to reduce dropout rates. Read more.