High Court Directs Maharashtra to Save Marathi Schools
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra government to study other states' policies for sustaining local-language education and submit implementation blueprint.
Category : Education
Ahmedabad School Board's Rs 1,200 Crore Centenary Budget
The Ahmedabad Municipal School Board has presented a draft budget of Rs 1,200 crore for the 2026-27 fiscal year, with 87% allocated to salaries and pensions. The centenary budget focuses on student development, new schools, and NEP 2020 initiatives.
Karnataka to Review RTE Quota Rules After SC Order
Following Supreme Court directions on implementing 25% EWS quota in private schools, Karnataka government will study financial implications and discuss potential amendments with the chief minister.
Gujarat Class 12 Science Practicals from Feb 5-13
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board will conduct Class 12 science practical exams from February 5 to 13, with over 1 lakh students participating. Board exams for Classes 10 and 12 begin on February 26.
Noida School Burglary: Academic Records Stolen
In a shocking incident at Devla Higher Primary School in Surajpur, burglars stole attendance registers, expenditure records, and academic documents dating back to 2008. The theft has disrupted administrative work and raised concerns about data reconstruct
Kota JEE Aspirant Suicide: 18-Year-Old Dies by Train Jump
An 18-year-old JEE aspirant from Haryana died by suicide in Kota by jumping before a moving train. Police registered a case under BNS Section 108 to investigate the circumstances.
Ludhiana Educators Honored for Academic Excellence on Republic Day
Several leading educators from Ludhiana were formally recognized for their contributions to academic infrastructure and social welfare during the 77th Republic Day celebrations at Punjab Agricultural University.
Jadavpur University HoD Resumes Duties After Hijab Row
Jadavpur University's English HoD Saswati Halder resumed duties after the EC expressed solidarity. The controversy involved hijab removal during exams.
Delhi Minister Calls Lal School AAP's 'Taj Mahal of Corruption'
Education Minister Ashish Sood inspected Lal School in Shahbad Dairy, calling it AAP's 'Taj Mahal of corruption' due to poor infrastructure and rapid deterioration since 2020 construction.
Haryana BSEH Practical Exam Schedule Announced
The Board of School Education Haryana has released the schedule for practical examinations for secondary and senior secondary annual exams, to be held from February 2-16.
Northwestern's $75M Deal Raises Free Speech Questions
Northwestern University's agreement to pay $75 million to restore $790 million in federal research funding has sparked constitutional debates over government influence on higher education and First Amendment protections.
Free AI Training for Rural Teachers by IIT-M & SWAYAM Plus
IIT-M Pravartak Technologies Foundation partners with SWAYAM Plus to offer free AI training for rural school teachers. The 40-hour certificate course aims to equip educators with skills to integrate AI into classrooms, starting February 5.
Gandhinagar Mahasammelan Launches Rs 125-Crore Education Hub
A groundbreaking ceremony for a Rs 125-crore educational centre, Saraswati Dham, was held in Gandhinagar to train students for UPSC and other exams, focusing on the Thakor community.
Military Training in Maharashtra Schools from Feb 1
Maharashtra School Education Minister Dada Bhuse announces military training and moral orientation for all students, with self-defence for girls, starting February 1 in schools across the state.
Punjab Teachers' Promotion Blocked Without TET Qualification
Punjab's school education department mandates TET qualification for teacher promotions, sparking protests from educators who call the policy unfair to experienced staff.
TN's New Primary Curriculum: Life Skills, Personality Development
Tamil Nadu's state board and government schools will implement a unique syllabus for classes I-III starting 2026-27, focusing on life skills and personality development alongside traditional subjects.
School Safety Week 2026 Launched for Disaster Preparedness
Minister Sanjaysinh Mahida inaugurates School Safety Week 2026, featuring mock drills, competitions, and training on flood, fire, earthquake risks for students across schools.
TISS Mumbai Student Council Elections Return with Revised Framework
TISS Mumbai announces Students' Council elections on February 6, 2026, after a year-long gap. The new decentralized, program-wise model triggers student concerns over administrative influence and representation.
GNDU Mandates Punjabi for Research Alongside English
Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar has approved the Punjabi-First Education, Research and Governance Policy 2026, requiring major research outputs like PhD theses to be submitted in both Punjabi and English to enhance accessibility and cultural confide
Chamarajanagar District's Push for Better II PU Exam Performance
The Department of Pre-University Education in Karnataka has launched multiple initiatives to enhance II PU examination outcomes in Chamarajanagar district, targeting improved pass percentages through special committees, focused teaching, and parental invo
Karnataka Relaxes School Recognition Renewal Process
The Karnataka government is simplifying the Recognition Renewal process for schools after 20,000 institutions failed to comply with stringent norms. Key changes include reducing required documents from 25 to 21 to ease administrative burdens.
IIT Delhi's Vertical Campus Redevelopment Plan
IIT Delhi plans a decade-long campus redevelopment with vertical construction to upgrade infrastructure by 2035 while preserving green cover and existing footprint.
Ranchi University Students Clash Over UGC Anti-Bias Rules
DSPMU campus in Ranchi witnessed opposing student protests over UGC's 2026 equity regulations. While HCS burned papers calling it 'black law', Yuva OBC Morcha and AISA supported the anti-discrimination measures.
Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam: Largest Library Complex in TN
Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam, a ₹301 crore eight-storey public library complex, opens next month with 1.2 lakh books, science exhibits, and accessibility features.
Symbiosis Pune's Rotary Peace Centre Offers 40 Fellowships
Symbiosis International University in Pune inaugurates South Asia's first Rotary Peace Centre, offering 40 fully-funded fellowships for mid-career professionals in peace and development studies.
Baghpat Installs Anti-Suicide Fan Rods in Schools
Baghpat district administration becomes first in Uttar Pradesh to install anti-suicide fan rods in all government residential schools, addressing student mental health during board examination season.
IGNOU Expands Skill Courses, Aligns with NEP-2020 in Mangaluru
IGNOU announces expansion of skill-based and online courses, upgrading ODL programs to align with NEP-2020. Karnataka has 7,500 students across 57 centers, with high female enrollment.
Sinhgad School Staff Protest Over Unpaid Salaries
Teachers and non-teaching staff at Sinhgad Spring Dale School in Ambegaon, Pune, protest over 36 months of pending salaries, joined by parents after school closure.
UGC Anti-Caste Rules Spark Protests, Put Centre, BJP on Spot
New UGC regulations to curb caste-based discrimination in higher education have ignited protests, with critics fearing misuse against general category students. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reassures, while ABVP and NSUI voice concerns and suppor
SC Petition Questions UGC Rules on Caste Discrimination
A plea filed in the Supreme Court questions UGC regulations addressing caste-based discrimination, arguing they violate constitutional rights to equality and non-discrimination.
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