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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.
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).
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.
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.
Incorrect to say Hindi is being imposed: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on language row
Pune, April 20: Amid the ongoing row over the Maharashtra government's decision to make Hindi a compulsory third language, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said it is wrong to say that Hindi is being imposed, as Marathi will continue to be mandatory in the state.
Against federal principles of nation: Kerala Minister V. Sivankutty hits out at centre over Hindi titles to English medium textbooks
New Delhi, April 19: Kerala Education Minister V. Sivankutty on Saturday criticized the BJP-led central government over its decision to give Hindi titles to English medium textbooks of NCERT, calling it against the "federal" principles of the nation.
Undermining Marathi won't be tolerated: Supriya Sule on NEP
Pune, April 19: NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule on Saturday strongly opposed the MahaYuti government's decision to introduce Hindi as the third compulsory language in classes 1 to 5 in English and Marathi schools, saying it would not be tolerated.
Hatred towards any language is inappropriate: Mayawati criticises row over language
Lucknow, April 19: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Saturday strongly criticised the ongoing disputes between the Centre and various state governments over key issues such as the national census, delimitation of constituencies, and language policy.
Keep it optional, don't impose it: Congress's Wadettiwar on Hindi as compulsory 3rd language in Maharashtra
Nagpur, April 19: After the Maharashtra government made Hindi compulsory as a third language under NEP 2020, Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar strongly opposed the decision, asking the government not to "impose" the language.
Making Hindi compulsory a ploy to destroy Marathi language, identity and culture: Maha Congress
Mumbai, April 18: Maharashtra Congress on Friday accused the BJP-led Mahayuti government of trying to destroy the Marathi language, identity and culture by imposing Hindi as a compulsory language in classes 1 to 5 in English and Marathi schools.
IANS INTERVIEW: Rekha Gupta shares blueprint for Delhi's 'revival', Yamuna clean-up; warns schools over fee hike
New Delhi, April 18: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has shared her government’s roadmap for containing the city’s air pollution, cleaning the Yamuna River, and also shed light on an ‘imminent’ harsh regulation, aimed at clipping the wings of private schools for flouting the norms.
Maharashtra makes Hindi mandatory from Class 1 in state board schools under NEP 2020
Pune, April 18: In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Maharashtra government has made the teaching of Hindi compulsory as a third language from Class 1 in all state board schools, alongside Marathi and English.
Hindi as third language compulsory in Classes 1-5: CM Fadnavis defends move, Oppn objects
Mumbai, April 17: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday strongly defended the state government's move to introduce Hindi as a compulsory third language for students in Classes 1 to 5 studying in Marathi and English-medium schools from the academic year 2025-26.
Delhi govt issues notices to 11 pvt schools for fee hike, account lapses
New Delhi, April 17: After issuing show-cause notices to 11 private schools for unfair fee hikes and irregularities in accounts, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday claimed a major victory against a top private school in Dwarka after a court ordered an inspection led by the District Magistrate.
Maha to implement NEP 2020 with Hindi as compulsory third language in classes 1 to 5 from 2025-26
Mumbai, April 17: The Maharashtra government has taken a policy decision to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 with Hindi as a compulsory third language from the academic year 2025-26.
Everyone has to speak Marathi in Maharashtra: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 17: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that speaking Marathi was mandatory in the state, emphasising the government's move to make the language compulsory in line with the implementation of the new education policy.
Karnataka relaxes minimum age for Class 1 admission to 5 years and 5 months
Bengaluru, April 16: The Karnataka government has announced a one-time relaxation in the minimum age requirement for Class 1 admission. Students who are 5 years and 5 months old as of June 1, 2025, and have completed UKG are eligible for admission to Class 1 for the academic year 2025-26.
Kerala Minister V Sivankutty criticises NCERT's decision to give Hindi names to English books
Thiruvananthapuram, April 15: The decision to give Hindi titles to English medium textbooks of NCERT is a grave illogicality, Kerala Minister for General Education and Employment V Sivankutty said while criticising the council for its decision to give Hindi names to English-medium books. He further accused the central government of "cultural imposition" and of "sabotaging the linguistic diversity of the country."
Pakistan: 44,000 posts of govt school teachers scrapped in Punjab province
Lahore, April 12: The education department of the Punjab province in Pakistan has abolished 44,000 posts of government school teachers as part of its outsourcing campaign to the private sector. The move adds to the existing challenges and struggles for the citizens, who are faced with a towering inflation crisis, which is getting aggravated by consistent job losses in the private sector, and now the government sectors as well.
Delhi BJP slams AAP's 'false' narrative on school fee hikes
New Delhi, April 11: Amid protests by parents against fee hikes by some private schools, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Friday lashed out at the Opposition AAP for pushing a false narrative that the BJP Government is unable to curb fee hikes.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin holds all MLA meet to discuss NEET exemption from Tamil Nadu
Chennai, April 9: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin held a meeting on Wednesday with Tamil Nadu assembly MLAs to discuss NEET from the state.
At least sign your name in Tamil: PM Modi's veiled jibe at MK Stalin amid ongoing language row
Ramanathapuram, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin amid the ongoing language row, saying that he is suprised that none of the letters he recieve from Tamil Nadu ministers are signed in the Tamil language.
Telangana govt to bring out new 'Policy Document' for best education system soon
Hyderabad, April 5: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Friday ordered the Education Commission to prepare a comprehensive policy document to design the best education system and the government is ready to earmark substantial funds to establish a high-quality education structure in the state soon.
Himachal: Govt gives nod to introduce State award scheme to honour teachers in Technical Education Department
Shimla, April 4: The Himachal Cabinet has decided to introduce a State award scheme to honour distinguished teachers of the Technical Education Department on the directions of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, a release said.
Telangana to bring out new policy document for best education system
Hyderabad, April 4: The government of Telangana will bring a policy document to design the best education system with a focus on skill development.
In 10 years, AAP govt in Delhi sought land for only 25 new schools: DDA
New Delhi, April 3: Amid a raging political debate in Delhi over the previous AAP government's education model, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) on Thursday said that during the past 10 years, the education department sought land for only 25 new schools.
J&K L-G advises students to use skills for nation building
Srinagar, April 2: J&K Lt Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha on Wednesday advised students to use skills acquired at universities for nation building and improving the lives of people.
Result of her limited knowledge: CM Mohan Yadav demands apology from Sonia Gandhi
Indore, April 1: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has demanded an apology from the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi for her criticism of the National Education Policy (NEP), stating that her remarks are the result of her "limited knowledge."
Congress didn't let rural population study English: UP minister takes jibe at Sonia Gandhi's NEP remarks
Prayagraj, March 31: With the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi criticising the National Education Policy (NEP), Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Kumar Nishad took a jibe at the Opposition party on Monday, claiming that the "public rejected Congress" because their own Education Policy was bad, as the party "did not allow rural population to study English."
For 60 years, Congress kept the country in colonial mindset, says BJP's Tarun Chugh
New Delhi, March 31: BJP leader Tarun Chugh criticised Congress, stating that the party has a "colonial mindset," accusing it of communalism, appeasement, and nepotism.
NEP is Indianisation of education system... Sonia Gandhi should know about it: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
Nagpur, March 31: Maharashtra Chief Devendra Fadnavis on Monday lauded the New Education Policy (NEP) saying that NEP is "Indiansation" of the education system of India.
'Communal, coercive agenda', Sonia Gandhi attacks Modi govt on education
New Delhi, March 31: Sonia Gandhi, MP and Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, has accused the Modi-led government at the Centre of following an agenda “leading to damaging consequences in the domain of education.”
BJP committed to protect Hindi and regional languages: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, March 30: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh indirectly attacked the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government over the language issue and stressed that the Bharatiya Janata Party is committed to protecting Hindi and all other Indian languages.
Con artist masquerading as protector of constitution: BJP's K Annamalai hits out at Stalin over three-language policy row
Chennai, March 27: Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief K Annamalai on Thursday took a dig at Chief Minister MK Stalin over three-language policy row, labelling him as a "con artist" who is "masquerading" as a protector of the constitution.
Education paves the path to development, says Rajasthan Guv Bagde
Jaipur, March 26: Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde, on Wednesday, emphasised that education is the key to development.
Cong's Pramod Tiwari alleges reduction in education budget; govt denies charge
New Delhi, March 26: Congress Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament (MP), Pramod Tiwari on Wednesday accused the Union government of reducing the education budget. He also raised the issue of a reported decrease in student enrolment across schools in the country.
When they feel their vote bank is at risk, they try to create divisions: CM Yogi targets Stalin on three-language row
Lucknow, March 26: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin over the three-language row, calling it "narrow politics."
Ground is very clear; people of Tamil Nadu want the NEP: Annamalai
Chennai, March 25: Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Tuesday defended the National Education Policy (NEP), underlining its positive impact on the state. He announced a series of seven additional conferences across Tamil Nadu in support of the NEP.