Jadavpur University HoD Resumes Duties After Hijab Row
Jadavpur University's English HoD Saswati Halder resumed duties after the EC expressed solidarity. The controversy involved hijab removal during exams.
Category : Education
Delhi Minister Calls Lal School AAP's 'Taj Mahal of Corruption'
Education Minister Ashish Sood inspected Lal School in Shahbad Dairy, calling it AAP's 'Taj Mahal of corruption' due to poor infrastructure and rapid deterioration since 2020 construction.
Haryana BSEH Practical Exam Schedule Announced
The Board of School Education Haryana has released the schedule for practical examinations for secondary and senior secondary annual exams, to be held from February 2-16.
Northwestern's $75M Deal Raises Free Speech Questions
Northwestern University's agreement to pay $75 million to restore $790 million in federal research funding has sparked constitutional debates over government influence on higher education and First Amendment protections.
Free AI Training for Rural Teachers by IIT-M & SWAYAM Plus
IIT-M Pravartak Technologies Foundation partners with SWAYAM Plus to offer free AI training for rural school teachers. The 40-hour certificate course aims to equip educators with skills to integrate AI into classrooms, starting February 5.
Gandhinagar Mahasammelan Launches Rs 125-Crore Education Hub
A groundbreaking ceremony for a Rs 125-crore educational centre, Saraswati Dham, was held in Gandhinagar to train students for UPSC and other exams, focusing on the Thakor community.
Military Training in Maharashtra Schools from Feb 1
Maharashtra School Education Minister Dada Bhuse announces military training and moral orientation for all students, with self-defence for girls, starting February 1 in schools across the state.
Punjab Teachers' Promotion Blocked Without TET Qualification
Punjab's school education department mandates TET qualification for teacher promotions, sparking protests from educators who call the policy unfair to experienced staff.
TN's New Primary Curriculum: Life Skills, Personality Development
Tamil Nadu's state board and government schools will implement a unique syllabus for classes I-III starting 2026-27, focusing on life skills and personality development alongside traditional subjects.
School Safety Week 2026 Launched for Disaster Preparedness
Minister Sanjaysinh Mahida inaugurates School Safety Week 2026, featuring mock drills, competitions, and training on flood, fire, earthquake risks for students across schools.
TISS Mumbai Student Council Elections Return with Revised Framework
TISS Mumbai announces Students' Council elections on February 6, 2026, after a year-long gap. The new decentralized, program-wise model triggers student concerns over administrative influence and representation.
GNDU Mandates Punjabi for Research Alongside English
Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar has approved the Punjabi-First Education, Research and Governance Policy 2026, requiring major research outputs like PhD theses to be submitted in both Punjabi and English to enhance accessibility and cultural confide
Chamarajanagar District's Push for Better II PU Exam Performance
The Department of Pre-University Education in Karnataka has launched multiple initiatives to enhance II PU examination outcomes in Chamarajanagar district, targeting improved pass percentages through special committees, focused teaching, and parental invo
Karnataka Relaxes School Recognition Renewal Process
The Karnataka government is simplifying the Recognition Renewal process for schools after 20,000 institutions failed to comply with stringent norms. Key changes include reducing required documents from 25 to 21 to ease administrative burdens.
IIT Delhi's Vertical Campus Redevelopment Plan
IIT Delhi plans a decade-long campus redevelopment with vertical construction to upgrade infrastructure by 2035 while preserving green cover and existing footprint.
Ranchi University Students Clash Over UGC Anti-Bias Rules
DSPMU campus in Ranchi witnessed opposing student protests over UGC's 2026 equity regulations. While HCS burned papers calling it 'black law', Yuva OBC Morcha and AISA supported the anti-discrimination measures.
Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam: Largest Library Complex in TN
Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam, a ₹301 crore eight-storey public library complex, opens next month with 1.2 lakh books, science exhibits, and accessibility features.
Symbiosis Pune's Rotary Peace Centre Offers 40 Fellowships
Symbiosis International University in Pune inaugurates South Asia's first Rotary Peace Centre, offering 40 fully-funded fellowships for mid-career professionals in peace and development studies.
Baghpat Installs Anti-Suicide Fan Rods in Schools
Baghpat district administration becomes first in Uttar Pradesh to install anti-suicide fan rods in all government residential schools, addressing student mental health during board examination season.
IGNOU Expands Skill Courses, Aligns with NEP-2020 in Mangaluru
IGNOU announces expansion of skill-based and online courses, upgrading ODL programs to align with NEP-2020. Karnataka has 7,500 students across 57 centers, with high female enrollment.
Sinhgad School Staff Protest Over Unpaid Salaries
Teachers and non-teaching staff at Sinhgad Spring Dale School in Ambegaon, Pune, protest over 36 months of pending salaries, joined by parents after school closure.
UGC Anti-Caste Rules Spark Protests, Put Centre, BJP on Spot
New UGC regulations to curb caste-based discrimination in higher education have ignited protests, with critics fearing misuse against general category students. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reassures, while ABVP and NSUI voice concerns and suppor
SC Petition Questions UGC Rules on Caste Discrimination
A plea filed in the Supreme Court questions UGC regulations addressing caste-based discrimination, arguing they violate constitutional rights to equality and non-discrimination.
U.S. Launches AIM Committee to Reform Higher Education Accreditation
The U.S. Department of Education establishes the AIM negotiated rulemaking committee to reform accreditation, focusing on deregulation, student outcomes, and civil rights compliance.
GSEB Class 12 Practical Hall Tickets 2026 Released
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board has issued hall tickets for Class 12 practical exams scheduled from February 5-13, 2026. Students must obtain admit cards through schools and carry valid ID proof to exam centers.
UPSC Quiz: Polity MCQs on Padma Awards, Constitution
Test your UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims preparation with this daily quiz on Polity and Governance. Revise key topics like Padma Awards, Constituent Assembly dates, and constitutional articles.
Pradhan on UGC Row: No Right to Misuse Rules in Name of Discrimination
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has responded to the UGC controversy, stating that rules cannot be misused under the guise of discrimination. Over 100 students protested outside UGC headquarters, calling the regulations draconian.
HPBOSE D.EL.ED Results 2025: Second Year Pass Rate 95.3%
The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education has announced the D.EL.ED examination results for the October-November 2025 session. Second-year candidates achieved an impressive 95.3% pass percentage, while first-year candidates recorded 84.11% success.
IIT Delhi Committee Probes Controversial Caste Conference
IIT Delhi establishes fact-finding committee and seeks faculty explanations after academic conference on caste and race draws criticism for comparing Dalit marginalization to Palestinian condition.
OJEE 2026 Dates Announced: May 4-9 Tentative Schedule
The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee has released the tentative schedule for OJEE 2026, with exams planned for May 4-9. Online registration begins January 28, 2026, for admissions to various professional courses in Odisha.
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