52 Himachal Kids Start Exposure Tour to 4 Cities
Fifty-two children from Himachal Pradesh begin a transformative exposure tour across Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Chandigarh, sponsored by the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights.
Category : Education
Can merging government schools reverse dwindling enrolment?
Karnataka's plan to merge government schools aims to tackle low enrolment and create integrated institutions from primary to PUC. Will this strategy revive public education? Read our analysis.
Kerala Teacher Suspended for Sexual Assault of Student
A Palakkad schoolteacher is suspended for allegedly giving liquor to a Class VI student and sexually assaulting him. The school manager faces disqualification for suppressing the crime. Read the full report.
$1M Alumni Gift to BITS Pilani for Female Student Scholarships
BITS Pilani receives a $1 million donation from alumnus Mahesh Samdani to create a scholarship endowment for meritorious female students with financial need, starting 2026-27.
JNU Files Police Complaint Over 'Inflammatory' Slogans
JNU has lodged a police complaint against its students' union for alleged hate speech during a protest. The university has initiated a proctorial inquiry and warned of suspensions. Read the full details.
DTF Punjab Criticises Mandatory TET for Teacher Promotions
Democratic Teachers Front criticises Punjab's mandatory TET for promotions, calling it unfair exclusion. They urge govt to exempt pre-2011 teachers. Read the full story.
Left Teachers' Bodies Oppose West Bengal's 75% Pension Proposal
Left-aligned university teachers' associations in Kolkata reject a state pension plan offering only 75% provisional payout. They call it an attack on university autonomy and question the fate of the remaining 25%. Read the full story.
Indian Student Exodus from US: H-1B Rules, Costs Blamed
Indian student enrolment in US plummets 50% as Trump-era policies & high costs push them to UK, Canada, Australia. Fareed Zakaria explains the structural shift. Read more.
Uttarakhand Teachers Oppose Stray Dog Monitoring Task
Uttarakhand teachers express strong displeasure over being directed to identify stray dogs on campus. They argue the non-academic duty diverts them from teaching and should be handled by civic bodies. Read more.
3 MBBS Students Expelled for Ragging in Mandi College
Lal Bahadur Shastri Medical College expels three students after a ragging probe. Two seniors suspended for assault, junior also penalized for dubious role. Details inside.
PU to Apply for NAAC Accreditation Under New Binary System
Patna University is preparing to apply for its second cycle of NAAC accreditation under a new maturity-based binary grading system, aiming for a higher grade. Learn about the key changes and goals.
HAU's Rs 6.37 Cr Solar Project Scandal, 6 Years Incomplete
Haryana Agricultural University's Rs 6.37 crore solar greenhouse project remains incomplete after 6 years. Allegations of negligence & collusion surface as firm declares bankruptcy. Details inside.
NMC Withdraws Vaishno Devi Medical College Approval
The National Medical Commission has revoked permission for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi College of Nursing. All 100 MBBS students will be shifted to GMC Jammu by 2026. Details inside.
Dhubri Schools Closed Jan 7-10 for Student Safety
All government schools in Dhubri district are closed from January 7 to 10 due to extreme cold. Private schools advised to follow suit. Exam schedules remain unaffected.
Guwahati schools reopen with new timings due to cold
Government and private schools in Guwahati reopen from January 7 with revised, later timings for one week to protect students from severe cold weather. Details on new schedules inside.
Tripura schools shut Jan 6-10 due to severe cold wave
Tripura government announces a five-day winter holiday for all schools from January 6 to 10, 2025, responding to public appeals and plummeting attendance during a severe cold spell. Read more.
Mangalore University votes to keep its name, rejects renaming
Mangalore University officials and syndicate members pass a resolution to retain the institution's name, rejecting proposals for renaming. The decision cites global recognition, emotional attachment, and financial burden. Read the full story.
Student's suicide note urges education reform in Karnataka
A 21-year-old competitive exam aspirant in Karnataka died by suicide, leaving a poignant WhatsApp message calling for systemic change to nurture talent, not pressure. Read his plea.
Harvard Chief: Faculty Politics Hurt Open Debate
Harvard President Alan Garber says professors' personal views in classrooms discourage student debate. He links it to rising campus intolerance and antisemitism. Read his candid podcast remarks.
UGC probes Dharamshala student death, one accused gets bail
A UGC team investigates the death of a 19-year-old student in Dharamshala. One of four accused students gets interim bail as the victim's father records his statement. Key details inside.
HPU to offer UG courses in Data Science, AI from 2026
Himachal Pradesh University approves new undergraduate programs in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for affiliated colleges, along with a new academic counsellor post and part-time PhDs. Read for details.
69th National School Games Inaugurated in Ludhiana
Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains inaugurated the 69th National School Games in Ludhiana. Over 1,000 athletes from across India will compete from Jan 6-11. Discover Punjab's new sports initiatives.
Namaz Forced in Medical College Hostel, 2 Staffers Suspended
A female student was allegedly forced to perform namaz in a Maharashtra medical college hostel, sparking protests. Two staff members suspended. Police deployed.
SC Extends Stay on Trial Against Ashoka University Professor
The Supreme Court extends its stay on trial proceedings against Ashoka University professor Sabyasachi Das. The case involves a controversial social media post. Read for full details.
CBSE Budding Authors Programme 2025-26 for Students
CBSE launches a nationwide Budding Authors Programme for students to hone creative writing skills. Submit original stories in Hindi or English by Jan 31. Read details.
Maharashtra's Late FYJC Admission Round Draws Criticism
Maharashtra's education department announces a new special round for FYJC admissions in January 2026, sparking criticism from junior colleges over severe academic delays. Read more.
Chhattisgarh Cold Wave Closes Schools Till Jan 10
Surguja division declares holidays for primary students as dense fog and cold wave grip north Chhattisgarh. IMD issues alert for sharp chill and poor visibility till Thursday. Stay safe with health and driving precautions.
Coimbatore's Healthy Snack Drive for Board Exam Students
Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation launches a 50-day nutritious snack programme for 3,660 Class X & XII students to boost concentration and performance in board exams. Learn about the protein-rich menus.
JNU warns of strict action over anti-Modi, Shah slogans
JNU administration threatens strictest action against students for slogans against PM Modi and Amit Shah, calling the campus 'not a laboratory of hate'. An FIR has been lodged. Read the full story.
Canada 2026 Student Work Rules: Key Changes for Indians
Canada's updated 2026 rules allow international students to work 24 hours weekly during academic sessions. Understand eligibility, on/off-campus limits, and crucial implications for Indian students.
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