UGC Issues 2026 Rules to Fight Caste Bias in Indian Colleges
The University Grants Commission mandates all higher education institutions to establish Equal Opportunity Centres and 24-hour helplines to address caste-based discrimination complaints.
The University Grants Commission mandates all higher education institutions to establish Equal Opportunity Centres and 24-hour helplines to address caste-based discrimination complaints.
The Indian government has notified regulations to address caste discrimination on university campuses, involving coordination with multiple stakeholders for implementation.
New UGC regulations require all higher education institutions to form equity committees with representation from OBCs, SCs, STs, PwDs, and women to address discrimination complaints.
Maharashtra's school education department introduces strict regulations for private coaching classes and schools, including weekly offs, 5-hour daily teaching caps, and mandatory mental health support systems.
New UGC regulations require higher education institutions to form equity committees with diverse members to address discrimination complaints, removing a 'false complaints' section from the draft.
Punjab Cabinet greenlights India's first policy for private digital universities, aiming to boost flexible, affordable higher education and position the state as a digital learning hub.
A staggering ₹12 crore from 573 inactive accounts in Chandigarh cooperative banks has been transferred to the RBI's depositor education fund. Discover the implications for account holders and the banking system.
The 40th Ramabai Ranade Memorial Lecture in Nagpur called for urgent education reforms, emphasizing balanced personality development, ethical careers, and tackling adolescent obesity. Read key insights.
In Ahmedabad, visually impaired students are breaking barriers by choosing mathematics, aided by innovative labs and new exam rules. Discover how tactile models and policy changes are creating new opportunities.
India's school education undergoes a multi-faceted transformation in 2025 with a new 5+3+3+4 structure, two board exams, and a push for skills. Explore the key changes and challenges.
Kerala leads India's education ranking with a SEQI score of 76.63. Discover the top 10 states, their scores, and the policies driving their success in our detailed analysis.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant extends the Cares coding scheme for 3 years, plans district excellence centres. See how it impacts 65,000 students.
The All Maharashtra Education Service Gazetted Officers Association announces a strike from January 19, protesting the arrest of Yavatmal officer Ravindra Katolkar in the alleged Shalarth ID scam, citing an 'atmosphere of fear'.
The winners of the prestigious 17th Khalifa Award for Education will be revealed in April 2024. The award, recognising global educational excellence, has received entries from 57 countries.
Exploring the enduring legacy of Thomas Macaulay's 1835 Minute on Indian Education and its profound, complex impact on modern India's identity, language, and intellectual landscape. A deep dive into history's cradle.
Education costs in Indian metros are rising at 8-12% annually, doubling every 6-7 years. Learn expert strategies for budgeting and investing to secure your child's future without financial stress.
Education experts warn the new Vikshit Bharat Shiksha Bill 2025 will centralize higher education, erode state autonomy, and demand withdrawal of NEP 2020. Read their key resolutions.
Explore five profound lessons from Oprah Winfrey's famous quote on education as a 'passport to freedom' and how it applies to students in India navigating academic pressure.
While celebrating falling dropout rates for girls, the Education Ministry has raised alarm over boys leaving school. The NIOS is tasked with investigating this worrying trend. Read more.
Union Budget 2025 allocates ₹1,28,650 crore to education, focusing on digital schools, AI, and expanding IITs & medical seats. A strategic shift to build future-ready infrastructure.
UNESCO's 2025 report lauds Odisha's mother tongue-based multilingual education for tribal students as a national model, showing improved learning outcomes. Discover how the state's pioneering approach works.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes a single higher education commission, merging UGC, AICTE & NCTE. Read details on its impact, centralisation debate, and expert views.
The UAE announces sweeping education reforms for 2025, including 10 new public schools, AI integration, and enhanced teacher training to boost global competitiveness.
Maharashtra govt mandates a uniform curriculum for 500+ schools for intellectually disabled children, ensuring structured learning and parental involvement. A landmark move for inclusive education.
4,000 students in Jewar's 46 government schools will access digital libraries by March 2026, a ₹1.5 crore CSR project to bridge the rural-urban education gap. Discover how tech-based learning is transforming education.
SEBI slashes mutual fund expense ratios and brokerage costs, promising lower fees for investors. New regulations aim for greater transparency and simpler compliance after 30 years.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, proposes a centralized higher education regulator, replacing UGC, AICTE, and NCTE. Critics warn it undermines federalism and institutional autonomy. Read the full analysis.
SEBI's upcoming board meeting may discuss key reforms: cutting mutual fund expense ratios, revising IPO lock-in rules for pledged shares, and new conflict-of-interest disclosures. Stay informed on market changes.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with a new apex body and three councils. Mint explains its impact on universities, autonomy, and students.
Muhammad Abdullah Javed argues that education extends far beyond classrooms. Discover how collective societal effort can foster peace and prosperity by nurturing youth.