Chandigarh Reaches 99.93% Literacy Rate with ULLAS Program

Chandigarh celebrates a historic milestone with a 99.93% literacy rate, driven by the ULLAS initiative. The program empowered thousands, including elderly learners like 90-year-old Vimla Devi, to achieve literacy and digital skills.

India's Inbound Student Growth at 8% Annually

India's inbound international student numbers are projected to grow by 8% annually from 2025, driven by visa curbs and rising costs in Western countries, positioning India as a regional education hub.

Karnataka Cuts I PU Passing Marks to 33 from 35

The Karnataka Department of School Education has reduced I PU passing marks from 35 to 33, benefiting 6 lakh students annually. This aligns with SSLC and II PU standards for uniformity across boards.

Gujarat University Halts Recruitment for Two More Posts

Gujarat University has temporarily suspended recruitment for personal assistants to the registrar and vice-chancellor, bringing the total to four administrative positions on hold. The university cites technical reasons for the decision.

Patna University Revives Endowments for Student Aid

Patna University is taking steps to revive 156 defunct endowments and funds to provide scholarships and gold medals for poor and meritorious students, with donors being approached for additional contributions.

Patna NIPUN TLM Mela 3.0: 282 Teachers Present Teaching Aids

A two-day state-level NIPUN Teaching Learning Material Mela 3.0 began in Patna, featuring 282 teachers from 38 districts. The event promotes experimental teaching aids to enhance foundational literacy and numeracy in subjects like language, math, and scie

Mobile Phone Ban in Assam Schools Leads to Top State Performance

Sivasagar district in Assam has banned mobile phones in government-run classrooms for three years, leading to improved academic performance and reduced disruptions. The move, initiated in 2023, allows limited use for digital teaching and special cases.

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