UP Board Bans 769 Schools as Exam Centres for 2026
In a major crackdown, UP Board removes 769 schools as exam centres for 2026 High School & Intermediate exams to ensure integrity. Details on district-wise bans inside.
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Odisha Schools Change Timings Due to Cold Weather Conditions
Ganjam administration revises school timings to 10 AM-4 PM for student safety. Kandhamal halts morning classes. Berhampur opens night shelters for homeless. Details inside.
Kerala Teacher Suspended for Assaulting Student in Exam Hall
A teacher at MMMUM UP School in Erattupetta, Kottayam, is accused of assaulting a Class V student, causing a shoulder fracture. Police investigation is ongoing. Read the full report.
Chandigarh Schools Ignore Winter Timings, Risk Kids in Fog
Despite official winter timings, many Chandigarh schools call students as early as 7:50 AM in thick fog, raising safety fears after a recent bus collision. Parents demand strict enforcement.
PU-CET UG, PUTHAT 2026 exams postponed to May
Panjab University has rescheduled the PU-CET UG and PUTHAT 2026 entrance exams to May, reversing its early schedule. Students advised to check official websites for updates.
Cusat Union Polls Postponed Amid KSU-SFI Row
Cochin University's student union election faces delay after High Court intervention on KSU petition alleging constitutional violations. SFI accuses rivals of fearing defeat. Details inside.
Telangana Reforms Medical Education, Targets Hidden Fees
Telangana health department announces major reforms to curb hidden fees in private medical colleges, introduces English training and mental health support for students. Read the full story.
TG BIE Upgrades Marks Certificates with 25 Security Features
Telangana Board introduces 7 new security features, including UV fibres & QR codes, to its intermediate certificates to prevent forgery. Learn about the major changes for 2024.
Bihar Schools Revise Timings Due to Cold Wave Till Dec 25
District administrations in Patna, Bhojpur, and Buxar have issued revised school timings from December 20 to 25 to protect children's health from the severe cold and dense fog. Read the full details here.
Gujarat Voter Revision Disrupts Higher Education
Gujarat's election roll revision deploys 737 officers, including 250+ professors, risking academic schedules and exams. Read about the potential impact on colleges.
NU's Dr Rumi Dhar Wins Best Paper Award in Bangkok
Dr Rumi Dhar from Nagaland University's law department won the Best Paper Presentation Award at the Asia Pacific Conference in Bangkok for her research on transborder data flows. Read more about this academic achievement.
Jharkhand's 15 Young Innovators Head to National Science Expo
Fifteen brilliant students from Jharkhand have been selected for the national INSPIRE Award-MANAK exhibition in Delhi. Discover their groundbreaking models in health, tech, and environment.
GU Second Admission Phase: 6,786 Seats Open
Gujarat University announces second admission phase for 2024-25, filling 6,786 vacant seats. Register on GCAS portal from Dec 20-29. Details on non-linear semester pattern inside.
Rajkot student drowns in Gir resort pool during school trip
A 13-year-old student from Rajkot drowned in a swimming pool at a Gir resort during a school excursion. The incident occurred while the group was having lunch. Police are investigating.
JICA Team Discusses Industry-Academia Ties at CUG Vadodara
A high-level JICA delegation visited Central University of Gujarat, discussing curriculum alignment and industry collaboration. A formal proposal will be submitted to the Ministry of Education. Read more.
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.
Delhi to install 10,000 air purifiers in govt schools
Delhi govt announces plan to install air purifiers in 10,000 classrooms to improve indoor air quality for students. Education Minister Ashish Sood says it's a long-term solution to pollution.
Teachers Slam Discriminatory Attendance Policy in Delhi Smog
Delhi teachers demand hybrid work options as GRAP-IV restrictions allow 50% attendance in offices but not schools. Read their plea for health protection.
RGUHS Mangaluru Regional Office to be Ready by Dec 2026
The Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences regional office in Mangaluru's Bondel is on track for completion by December 2026, enhancing educational infrastructure in coastal Karnataka.
Belagavi PhD scholar refuses certificate after harassment case
Rani Channamma University asks Sujata Pol to pay fee for PhD certificate by Dec 31. Scholar refuses, citing past harassment complaint & suicide attempt. Details inside.
80% School Support Staff Posts Vacant in DK, Teachers Clean
A severe shortage of non-teaching staff in Dakshina Kannada government schools forces teachers and students to handle cleaning duties, impacting education. Read the full report.
10-Day Master Trainers Programme Concludes at NITK Surathkal
A 10-day intensive Master Trainers Training Programme on industrial automation & robotics concluded at NITK Surathkal, upskilling 30 faculty members from Karnataka's technical institutions.
Infosys, Alva's College Apprenticeship Offers Stipend & Jobs
Infosys partners with Alva's College, Moodbidri for a unique apprenticeship programme. 75 students earn ₹12,500/month, gain credits & a job guarantee. Read how this model bridges education and industry.
How a Reddit Post Led to Arrest of Shooting Suspect
A detailed Reddit post by the suspect's father helped authorities identify and apprehend a man accused of firing shots at Brown University and MIT. Discover the digital trail that solved the case.
TN Minister to Restore Deleted Voters, Opens Robotics Labs
School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi pledges action to reinstate voters removed from electoral rolls. He counters actor Vijay's dropout rate claims, highlights DMK's record, and inaugurates robotics labs.
Gurugram University not on CBSE portal, blocks 100 jobs
Gurugram University graduates face career crisis as CBSE excludes varsity from recruitment portal, blocking 100 job applications. VC promises action. Delhi Panchayat Sangh demands urgent fix.
Gurugram University not on CBSE portal, blocks 100 jobs
Gurugram University's omission from the CBSE recruitment portal bars its alumni from applying for nearly 100 government posts. Students demand urgent rectification.
HC Rejects Pension Parity for Aided School Retirees
Chhattisgarh High Court dismisses petitions by retired aided school staff seeking pension parity with government employees. Court rules pension not automatic under grant-in-aid. Details inside.
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