Karnataka to Give Telescopes to All Govt Schools
Karnataka's Science Minister announces plan to expand telescope scheme to every government school, seeking funds in next budget. A major boost for STEM education.
Category : Education
India's Macaulay System: Outgrow, Don't Erase
Gurucharan Gollerkeri argues India's distinctive 1835 Macaulay education system needs evolution, not erasure. Read the analysis on its lasting impact and the path forward.
AMU probes student fee non-payment after online shift
Aligarh Muslim University forms committee to investigate students who allegedly didn't pay fees after the university switched from manual to online payment during Covid-19.
IIT Kharagpur Students Get Rs 2.5 Crore Packages
Five IIT Kharagpur students secure annual packages exceeding Rs 2 crore in 2025-26 placements. High-Frequency Trading firms and DeepTech roles drive top salaries. Read more.
GADVASU Youth Festival: Theatre Highlights Social Awareness
Students at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University's Youth Festival used mime and skits to address pressing socio-political and environmental issues. Read about the impactful performances and winners.
Centre Asks for 2 Months on PU Retirement Age Decision
The Centre has requested two months from the Punjab and Haryana High Court to decide on raising Panjab University teachers' retirement age from 60 to 65. The next hearing is in January.
NBT Inspires Varanasi Kids with Puppet Show, Quiz on Day 3
Over 600 Varanasi students participated in NBT's Day 3 activities at Kashi Tamil Sangamam, featuring a Sardar Patel puppet show, a heritage quiz, and reading sessions. Discover how the event ignited young minds!
Gujarat Invites Applications for New Private Primary Schools
Gujarat's primary education directorate invites online applications for new private schools and classes for 2026-27. Apply between Dec 8-18. Learn key dates and RTE compliance.
Maharana Pratap Shiksha Parishad Week Inaugurated in Gorakhpur
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Maharana Pratap Shiksha Parishad foundation week. Lt Gen Dimri called such institutions a 'true national service'. Read about the values highlighted.
Nagpur University Senate Meets After 1.5 Years With New VC
Nagpur University holds its first senate meeting in 1.5 years with a full-time VC. Key agenda includes procedural disputes, audit delays, and operational issues. Read the full report.
Maharashtra's 115 Idol Teachers Attend SCERT Workshop
115 selected 'Idol Teachers' attended a state-level workshop in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Education officials urged them to be beacons of change and shape future policies.
Karnataka Expands Telescope Scheme Beyond KRIES Schools
Karnataka plans to extend its Telescope Distribution Scheme to more government institutions. Science Minister NS Boseraju announced the expansion, aiming to foster scientific temper among students. Read more.
Nagpur Teachers' Strike on Friday Over Pending Demands
Teachers' associations in Nagpur call for a strike on Friday over salary, pension, and regularization issues. The state government warns of disciplinary action. Details inside.
Higher Education Institutes Must Implement New Language Initiative
Under NEP 2020, all Indian HEIs must implement the 'Learn One More Bharatiya Bhasha' initiative to boost multilingualism and employability. Learn the details and impact.
Karnataka's March 1 Deadline for Student Aadhaar Update
Karnataka govt mandates Aadhaar biometric update for students aged 5 & 15 by March 1, 2025. Avoid scholarship & exam delays. Schools to host update camps.
NLSIU Bengaluru stops seat increase, focuses on research
NLSIU Bengaluru will not increase student intake for 2026-27, ending a four-year expansion phase. The institute now aims to stabilise programmes and boost legal research in climate change, taxation.
Jharkhand ICT Championship e-Shiksha Mahotsav Begins
Jharkhand's state-level ICT Championship e-Shiksha Mahotsav commenced in Ranchi, featuring 192 digital champions from govt schools. Students showcase digital skills & innovation.
Prayagraj Youth Fest for 15-29 Year Olds on Dec 13
Prayagraj's district-level youth festival under VBYLD 2026 on Dec 13 offers declamation, folk dance, science exhibition & more. Register on My Bharat portal. Details inside.
Tezpur University gets new Pro-VC as campus protests continue
Tezpur University appoints Prof. Joya Chakraborty as Pro-VC while students demand VC's removal. A visitorial inquiry into corruption allegations against VC Shambhu Nath Singh has been fast-tracked. Read the latest developments.
Jharkhand Ministers Lay Foundation for IHM Ranchi Expansion
Jharkhand ministers Shilpi Neha Tirkey & Sudivya Kumar laid the foundation for an executive development centre & girls' hostel expansion at IHM Ranchi, boosting tourism & hospitality education. Read more.
Mumbai College Hijab Protest: FIR Filed, College Denies Ban
AIMIM members and students protested at a Goregaon college over an alleged hijab ban. Police filed an FIR, but the college principal clarified there is no such restriction. Read the full details.
Jharkhand Students Protest Scholarship Delay, March Planned
AJSU and AISA lead protests in Ranchi over delayed student scholarship payments, forcing tribal and Dalit students into part-time jobs. Governor assures action.
New Chairperson for College Service Commission in Kolkata
Souren Bandyopadhyay replaces Dipak Kumar Kar as the College Service Commission chairperson. The higher education department made the changes citing Kar's new VC role, amidst complaints of interview irregularities.
Maharashtra Teachers Strike Over SC's CTET Mandate
Maharashtra teachers plan a strike despite pay-cut threats, protesting the Supreme Court's mandatory CTET order. Education Minister Dada Bhuse appeals for calm while the government studies the verdict.
RCU to confer PhD certificate to scholar after suicide attempt
Rani Channamma University's syndicate decides to issue convocation certificate to Sujata Pol on 'humanitarian grounds'. VC, registrar deny caste harassment allegations but offer no detailed explanation.
Delhi: Educated Women Rise, But Jobs Remain Elusive
A Delhi govt report shows women are excelling in higher education and teaching roles, yet their workforce participation remains critically low at 14.2%. Explore the data and the structural barriers behind this paradox.
US College Completion Rate Steady at 61.1%: Report
The six-year college completion rate for US students starting in 2019 is 61.1%, showing resilience post-pandemic. Dual enrolment students have a significant edge. Explore the key findings.
RBU 9th Convocation: 951 Students Get Degrees
Rayat Bahra University's 9th convocation saw 951 students graduate. Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria addressed the gathering, highlighting teachers' role and the fight against drug abuse.
Maharashtra Orders Schools Open Dec 5, Warns of Pay Cut
Maharashtra education department mandates all schools remain open on Dec 5 despite teachers' bandh call. Staff face salary deduction for closure. Unions protest mandatory TET.
Free Student Buses Launched in Trichy on 4 Routes
TNSTC Trichy zone launches free dedicated bus service for students on four key routes during peak school hours. Ministers flag off the initiative aimed at easing commute.
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