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US President Donald Trump targets college accreditation process in executive order
Washington, DC, April 24: US President Donald Trump targeted the college accreditation process in a new executive order signed on Wednesday, The Hill reported. College accreditation is the process that universities must go through to receive federal financial aid.
Punjab and Hayana HC upholds appointment of Dr Dheeraj Sharma as Director, IIM Rohtak
Chandigarh/Rohtak (Haryana), April 23: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a petition filed against Dr Dheeraj Sharma's appointment as Director of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Rohtak, apart from setting aside a show-cause notice issued to him over alleged concealment of his academic qualifications.
Taapsee Pannu gifts cycles to school girls: Want them to be self reliant
Mumbai, April 23: Actress Taapsee Pannu traveled to Barabanki on Wednesday for the fourth time with her husband Mathias Boe.
Karnataka urges NMC to increase UG medical seats amid surge in NEET aspirants
Bengaluru, April 23: Expressing concern over the widening gap between the number of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) aspirants and available medical seats, the Karnataka government on Wednesday urged the National Medical Commission (NMC) to significantly increase undergraduate medical seats across the country.
FTII, SRFTI now deemed universities; can grant degrees, offer PhDs
New Delhi, April 23: In a major decision taken by the education ministry, the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) Pune and the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata have been notified as Institutions Deemed to be Universities.
New curricula to set a benchmark for quality of healthcare professionals: Centre
New Delhi, April 23: The government on Wednesday launched competency-based curricula for 10 allied and healthcare professions, which are designed to produce globally competent allied and healthcare professionals to address the increasing prevalence of diseases, and the growing demand for allied services.
No language imposition under NEP 2020, says Maharashtra Minister Dada Bhuse
Mumbai, April 23: Maharashtra Minister Dada Bhuse addressed concerns surrounding the language policy under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 on Wednesday. He firmly said that there is no provision to impose any particular language on students.
Jindal Global Law School admissions close on April 30, students must take LNAT-UK test
Sonipat, April 23: Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) of OP Jindal Global University (JGU) announced that applications for its flagship five-year Law programmes will close on April 30, 2025. Students must take the LNAT-UK test before April 30, 2025.
81.14 per cent students pass 10th class exam in Andhra Pradesh
Amaravati, April 23: More than 81 per cent of students who appeared in the 10th class exam in Andhra Pradesh have been declared passed.
Nepal postpones Class 12 examination amid ongoing teachers' protest
Kathmandu, April 23: Nepal's class 12 national exams, scheduled to commence on Thursday, have been postponed until May 4 as government school teachers continued with their protest and boycotted the examination process until the passage of the School Education Bill.
Agartala : 1.42 lakh girl students received self-defence training: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 23: Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the main aim of the present state government is to provide quality and proper education, and around 123 school infrastructures would be developed along with the filling up of teaching and non-teaching staff in the education department, according to a CMO statement.
1.42 lakh girl students received self-defense training in Tripura: CM Saha
Agartala, April 22: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the foremost aim of the BJP government is to provide quality and proper education to the students and the infrastructure of around 123 schools would be developed along with the filling up of the vacancies of teaching and non-teaching staff.
Bihar's Jamui shines as three clear Civil Services Exam 2024
Patna, April 22: The district of Jamui has made Bihar beam with pride as three of its bright minds -- Sanskriti Trivedi, Paras Kumar, and Isha Rani -- have cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, securing top ranks at the national level. Sanskriti Trivedi, with an All India Rank (AIR) of 17, has become a symbol of excellence and determination.
Bengal recruitment scam case: 'Genuine' candidates to move court seeking termination of jobs of 'tainted' ones
Kolkata, April 22: The "genuine" teaching and non-teaching staff losing jobs in the state-run schools of West Bengal, following a Supreme Court order earlier this month, will now move the court demanding immediate announcement of the termination of jobs of the ones who have been identified as "tainted" of securing jobs by paying money.
Hindi not compulsory but optional in classes 1 to 5 for now, says Maha Minister
Mumbai, April 22: Amid the raging controversy, the Maharashtra government, on Tuesday, took a u-turn on making Hindi a compulsory third language in classes 1 to 5 in English and Marathi schools from the academic year 2025-26.
'You need a deep understanding': Fadnavis slams Stalin on NEP
Mumbai, April 22: In a strongly worded response to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, the Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that before seeking clarifications from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he needs a deep understanding of the National Education Policy (NEP).
Determination and hard work key to achieving any goal: Himachal CM
Shimla, April 22: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday emphasised unwavering determination and persistent hard work as the foundational pillars of success.
Girls outshine boys in Telangana Intermediate exams
Hyderabad, April 22: Girls outperformed boys in the Telangana Intermediate public examinations, the results of which were announced on Tuesday.
Recruitment scam: WBSSC announces new deadline for submission of segregated list
Kolkata, April 22: Amid continuing agitation outside the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) office by job losers (the teaching and non-teaching staff) of state-run schools demanding publication of lists segregating the "genuine" and "tainted" candidates, the commission on Tuesday afternoon has set a new deadline for the same.
Incorrect assertion: Australia dismisses reports of banning student applications from certain Indian states
New Delhi, April 22: Australia on Tuesday dismissed as "incorrect" assertions that Indian university student applications from specific Indian states are being banned, or restricted.
MSDE, Microsoft to equip women in future-ready AI skills
New Delhi, April 22: The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and tech giant Microsoft on Tuesday joined hands to launch 'AI Careers for Women' -- a pioneering skilling initiative aimed at empowering women in higher education institutions to pursue careers in artificial intelligence (AI).
Gujarat-based Rashtriya Raksha University keen to enrol aspirants from Manipur
Imphal, April 22: Gujarat’s Gandhinagar-based Rashtriya Raksha University has taken steps to expand its academic outreach and boost enrolment among young aspirants from Manipur, officials said on Tuesday.
Why job losers are insisting on publication of 'segregated' lists: CM Mamata
Kolkata, April 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday afternoon questioned why teaching and non-teaching staff in the state-run schools, who lost jobs following a Supreme Court order, were now insisting on the publication of the lists segregating the "genuine" and "tainted" candidates.
SIAM-KVS road safety online education initiative provides roadmap for Viksit Bharat: SIAM Chief
New Delhi, April 22: The SIAM-KVS Road Safety Online Education Programme is a mega initiative in India's journey to becoming a developed nation by 2047, Executive Director of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Prashant K. Banerjee, said on Tuesday.
BIS offers internships for 500 students
New Delhi, April 22: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced internship opportunities for 500 students from its partner institutions in the field of standardisation for 2025-26, according to a Ministry of Consumer Affairs statement issued on Tuesday.
Tamil Nadu: Annual conference of Vice-Chancellors of state, central, and private universities on April 25-26
Chennai, April 22: The annual conference of Vice-Chancellors of State, Central and Private Universities/ Institutions of Tamil Nadu is being organised on 25th and 26th April 2025 at Raj Bhavan, Udhagamandalam for the fourth consecutive year.
Education is foundation of strong and progressive society: Tripura CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 22: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday inaugurated the newly constructed building of Higher Secondary School in Amtali and emphasised the state government's commitment to holistic educational development.
Children should develop scientific curiosity and talent, says CM Mohan Yadav at Vigyan Manthan Yatra
Bhopal, April 22: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday flagged off the 17th edition of the Vigyan Manthan Yatra in Bhopal. He also encouraged students to explore science and innovation.
Nepal's education minister resigns amid growing rift with PM Oli, pending teachers' demand
Kathmandu, April 22: Nepal's Education Minister Bidya Bhattarai resigned following the differences she has with Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel over protesting teachers' demands on perks and benefits.
100 students from each NE state to visit ISRO
Imphal, April 21: At least 100 science students from each of the eight northeastern states would get an opportunity to visit the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru to ignite curiosity and foster awareness about space science and technology, officials said on Monday.
Teachers protest outside the SSC office in Kolkata against Mamata Banerjee government
Kolkata, April 21: Teachers recruited through the School Service Commission (SSC) staged a 'dharna' outside the SSC office in Kolkata on Monday.
Nepal's Education Minister resigns amid ongoing Teachers' protest and government inaction
Kathmandu, April 21: Nepal's Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Bidhya Bhattarai, has resigned from her post on the 20th day of ongoing protests by teachers from community and government schools across the country.
Soha Ali Khan reflects on her journey as a teacher
Mumbai, April 21: Aside from being an actress, Soha Ali Khan also loves to spend her time teaching underprivileged kids.
'Sacred items should not be touched': Shivakumar on Janivara row
Bengaluru, April 21: After the Karnataka government faced backlash over the sacred thread removal issue, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar slammed the authorities on Monday, saying that sacred items should not be touched.
BAPS' PSM 100 case study recognised as IIM-A's best case study for 2024
New Delhi, April 21: In a remarkable development, the Pramukh Swami Maharaj Shatabdi Mahotsav (PSM 100) has been recognised as the best case study of 2024 by the Indian Institute of Management - Ahmedabad (IIMA).
B'desh: Agriculture diploma students stage blockade demanding higher education opportunities
Dhaka, April 21: Another protest movement has gripped Bangladesh as agricultural diploma students announced the 'Agri Blockade' programme and staged a sit-in demonstration blocking all the gates of the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) at Khamarbari in Dhaka on Monday.
CM Stalin questions AIADMK's credibility in demanding NEET abolition with BJP as partner
Chennai, April 21: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, on Monday questioned the AIADMK's credibility in demanding the abolition of NEET while simultaneously having an alliance with the BJP.
US parents split on right age to talk about body changes with kids: Study
New York, April 21: Parents are evenly split on right age to start talking about puberty with kids, a US study said on Monday, adding that most parents agree that talking to their kids about puberty is important, but when and how to start the conversation is often less clear.
TN Governor's VCs conference sparks fresh row amid Chancellor role tussle
Chennai, April 21: Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi has convened a conference of Vice-Chancellors on April 25 and 26 in Udagamandalam (Ooty), Nilgiris district, drawing sharp political reactions from the DMK.
Only Marathi will be compulsory, no attempt to impose Hindi, says CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 21: Amid raging controversy over the introduction of Hindi as a compulsory language in Classes 1 to 5 in Marathi and English schools in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has clarified that it is wrong to say that there is an attempt to impose the language. He said only Marathi will be compulsory, and there will be no other compulsion.