SHRC: CBSE Must Give Extra Time to Diabetic Students
Kerala's Human Rights Commission directs CBSE to urgently consider granting extra exam time to students with Type-1 diabetes, citing equality rights. Decision expected within two months.
Category : Education
Kerala Govt: No Fight with Governor on VC Appointments
Kerala Higher Education Minister R Bindu clarifies the state government is not seeking conflict with Governor Arlekar over university VC appointments. The KTU budget of Rs 373.52 crore was approved in a peaceful meeting.
Nursing student barred from exam for beard in Ahmedabad
A 23-year-old nursing student in Ahmedabad was initially barred from his final practical exam for keeping a beard. College authorities intervened, and he was allowed to take the test. Read the full story.
HP to Induct 1,427 SMC Teachers as Trainees
Himachal Pradesh Cabinet approves induction of 1,427 SMC teachers as job trainees, a major step towards regularizing their service. Details on eligibility and process inside.
Google Gemini AI Integrated into School Textbooks by PM Publishers
PM Publishers collaborates with Google to embed Gemini AI in 250+ textbooks, transforming learning for over 2 million students from nursery to class 10 starting 2026-27.
Govt cuts NIT director professor experience from 10 to 7 years
The Education Ministry has relaxed the eligibility for NIT director posts, reducing required professorial experience from 10 to 7 years. This move aims to widen the talent pool for leadership roles. Read more about the policy shift.
RGNUL Convocation: 725 Students Get Degrees, CJI Address
Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law held its 7th convocation, awarding degrees to 725 students. CJI Justice Surya Kant delivered a powerful address, urging graduates to be nation builders. Read more.
DU PG Economics Gender Syllabus Revised After Objections
Delhi University's 'Economics of Gender' elective faces revision after committee members argue topics like domestic violence are 'ideologically loaded' and not core to economics. Read the full story.
Gujarat Enhances Exam Facilities for Students with Disabilities
Gujarat govt mandates extra time, writers, and tech aids for students with disabilities in GSHSEB exams. New rules cover Classes 9-12. Learn about the key provisions.
Indian Passport Limits: Kunal Kushwaha's Viral Visa Struggle
Indian-origin developer Kunal Kushwaha's viral post reveals the exhausting visa bureaucracy Indian passport holders face, impacting work and personal travel globally. Read his full account.
Jamia Professor Suspended Over Exam Question
Jamia Millia Islamia suspends a professor and launches an inquiry after a BA Social Work exam question on 'atrocities against Muslim minorities' sparks social media outrage and allegations of bias.
AP Tops Indian States in Students Studying Overseas
Andhra Pradesh consistently ranks #1 for Indian students abroad, with over 1.45 lakh sent in 3 years. Explore the trends, preferred destinations, and shifting patterns in this detailed analysis.
Andhra Pradesh to Launch Quantum Technology Courses for Youth
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu announces quantum technology courses and AI training from school level. Aims to skill 50,000 students by 2026, positioning AP as a knowledge hub.
NPU Plans Exam Reforms to Clear Session Backlog
Nilamber Pitamber University in Daltonganj considers major exam reforms as backlog disrupts academic sessions. VC Dinesh Kumar Singh reveals plan for Exam Board resolution. Read more.
Naidu Launches South India Rocketry Challenge-2K26
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu launches the South India Rocketry Challenge-2K26, a major student aerospace initiative at Vignan University. Winners get ₹1.5 lakh prizes. Read more.
Sanitary Napkin Supply Halted for 6 Lakh Delhi Schoolgirls
Over 6 lakh girl students in Delhi govt schools deprived of sanitary napkins for 3 months, violating High Court orders. Legal notice sent for contempt. #MenstrualHygiene #Education
GEC Buxar Session Guides Students on AI & Startup Careers
Govt Engineering College Buxar's startup cell held an expert interaction on industry careers, AI, and entrepreneurship, aiming to bridge the gap between college and industry for B.Tech students.
East Zone VCs Meet 2025-26 Ends at Aryabhatta Knowledge University
The two-day East Zone Vice-Chancellors’ Meet 2025-26 concluded at Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna, with a strong focus on promoting sustainability and social responsibility in higher education. Read key insights from AIU officials.
Karnataka's School Merger Plan Sparks Public Outcry
A proposal to merge 79 low-enrolment government primary schools with Karnataka Public Schools in Chamarajanagar district faces backlash. Activists allege a covert shutdown, while officials cite demand for English-medium education. Read the full story.
Odisha to Probe Train Ticket Fiasco for School Athletes
Odisha's School Education Minister assures strict action after students returning from National Games endured travel near train toilets. A detailed probe has been ordered into the ticket mismanagement.
Odisha Launches Bidhayak Medha Samman Awards for Education
Odisha's Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj launched the Bidhayak Medha Samman to boost quality, reduce dropouts, and reward excellence in Dhamnagar. Discover the award categories and prize amounts.
Chhattisgarh PG Medical 2025 First Round Seat Allotment Out
Chhattisgarh releases first-round PG medical seat allotment for 2025. The process proceeds despite an ongoing Supreme Court petition. Details inside.
Exam Mentor NewsBytes: NTA, CUET, JEE, NEET Updates
Get the latest education news! Exam Mentor's NewsBytes covers NTA reforms, CUET UG 2025 plans, JEE Main 2025 dates, and crucial student advisories. Stay informed for your competitive exams.
Scientists Predict How Sun Will Destroy Earth
Astronomers using TESS data reveal how dying stars consume their planets. Discover the terrifying fate awaiting Earth in 5 billion years. Read the full study now!
UPSC Daily Quiz: Polity & Governance MCQs (Week 142)
Ace your UPSC 2026 Prelims prep with this essential Polity quiz. Test your knowledge on electoral trusts, parliamentary committees, adjournment motions, and more. Revise key static syllabus topics now!
OUAT students' hunger strike for stipend parity continues
PG and PhD students at Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology continue their hunger strike, demanding a uniform monthly stipend. They have appealed to CM Mohan Charan Majhi for intervention. Read more.
CTET 2026 Application Correction Window Now Open
CBSE opens CTET February 2026 application correction window from Dec 23 to 26. Candidates can edit key details online. Over 25 lakh registrations recorded. Exam on Feb 8, 2026. Check now!
Kosi River Students Risk Lives for Education Daily
Children in Khagaria's Bangaliya village cross the Kosi river daily to reach school, facing safety risks. Officials promise action under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan. Read about the struggle for basic education.
Facial Recognition for NEET, JEE from 2026
The NTA will implement facial recognition-based verification for major exams like NEET-UG and JEE-Main from 2026, following a successful 2025 pilot. This aims to prevent impersonation and enhance exam security. Read more about the new measures.
Tharoor Lauds Jaishankar, MEA for Nalanda University Role
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor publicly praised External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and the MEA for their crucial, unsung role in reviving Nalanda University. Discover the full story of this cross-party acknowledgment.
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