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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).
Dia Mirza visits transformed Government school with modern facilities and STEM labs
Mumbai, April 16: Actress Dia Mirza, on Wednesday, paid a visit to a government school that has undergone a remarkable transformation—complete with clean drinking water, modern toilets, STEM labs, and smart classrooms.
Silent dreams, loud Courage: Deaf-Mute Girl from Rajouri fights to keep learning
Rajouri, April 12: In the heart of the Pir Panjal mountain range, nestled in the remote village of Dara in the Thannamandi block of Rajouri district, a young girl has become a symbol of resilience and inspiration.
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.
NEP 2020 policy of the people, by the people and for the future of people: Dharmendra Pradhan
New Delhi, April 2: Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday hit out at Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, saying that corruption and governance deficit were the defining features of the country’s educational past, and the NEP 2020 represents a decisive break from this inglorious past.
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.
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.
Doors of iconic Visva-Bharati University founded by Tagore to open for tourists after 5 years
Kolkata, March 21: Almost after five years, the gates of the legendary and iconic Visva-Bharati University, founded by Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore at Bolpur-Santiniketan in Birbhum district of West Bengal, will be open again for the tourists.
TN's education system produces top thinkers, it doesn't require any changes: Minister
Chennai, March 12: Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has reaffirmed that the state’s education system does not require any changes, as it has consistently produced top professionals, thinkers, and innovators.
Myself know 7-8 languages: Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy supports three-language policy
New Delhi, March 12: Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy voiced her support for the three-language policy in the National Education Policy (NEP), which encourages students to learn multiple languages.
Making every possible effort to provide quality education: Himachal CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 10: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighted that the state government is enhancing facilities in government institutions and making every possible effort to provide quality education.
Himachal Govt contemplating introducing B.Ed course after Class 12: CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 7: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that the state government is contemplating introducing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) course immediately after the 12th standard.
V-P Dhankhar asks students not to be afraid of failure
New Delhi, March 5: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday asked the students not to be afraid of failure, emphasising that it is only a myth and nothing else.
Reliance Foundation announces results for postgraduate scholarships
Mumbai, February 28: On the occasion of National Science Day, Reliance Foundation has announced the results of its postgraduate scholarships for the year 2024-25. The scholarships are offered to 100 first-year students in India pursuing degrees in engineering, technology, energy, and life sciences.
Baseless: Education Ministry slams Sam Pitroda's allegation of hacking during IIT Ranchi interaction
New Delhi, February 27: The Ministry of Education has refuted and condemned the claims of Congress Overseas Chief Sam Pitroda, who alleged that someone hacked his virtual interaction with IIT Ranchi students and objectionable content was played thereafter.
'There is no IIT in Ranchi': Education Ministry slams Sam Pitroda
New Delhi, Feb 26: The Ministry of Education on Wednesday slammed Congress leader Sam Pitroda for his allegations of hacking his online lecture at IIT Ranchi.
Punjabi made mandatory main subject in all schools of Punjab
Chandigarh, Feb 26: The Punjab government on Wednesday issued a notification of making Punjabi a mandatory main subject in all schools across the state, regardless of their educational board affiliation.
Education is the biggest investment in life: PM Modi
Bhopal, Feb 24: Addressing the inaugural session of the Madhya Pradesh Global Investment Summit (GIS) in Bhopal on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that 'education is the biggest investment in life'.
Why impose outdated education policy on Tamil Nadu students?: Annamalai slams DMK govt's stance against three-language formula
Chennai, February 16: Tamil Nadu BJP State President K Annamalai on Sunday slammed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for his stance against the three-language formula in education.
JEE aspirant scoring 300 in Mains exam, advises students not to overthink, work on shortcomings
Kota, February 12: JEE aspirant Om Prakash, who has cleared the first paper of the Joint Entrance Examination (Mains) with a perfect score of 300 out of 300, advised the struggling candidates not to overthink, work on shortcomings and focus on future exams.
CM Dhami attends 'Samnata Ke Saath Samrasata' program at Mahakumbh in Prayagraj
Prayagraj, February 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended 'Samnata Ke Saath Samrasata' program along with Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of Niranjani Akhara Swami Kailashanand Giri and Parmarth Niketan Chief Chidanand Saraswati on Sunday.
'Visionary and futuristic': Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lauds Union Budget 2025
New Delhi, Feb 1: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday lauded the Union Budget 2025-26, emphasising it as a Budget that takes everyone together and prioritises the welfare, well-being, and empowerment of all citizens while firmly placing India on the path to achieving the goal of developed India by 2047.
Abhay K's new book 'Nalanda: How It Changed the World' launched at Jaipur Literature Festival
Jaipur, January 30: Author Abhay K's latest book titled 'Nalanda: How It Changed the World' was launched at the Jaipur Literature Festival by well-known historian William Dalrymple, Professor Shailendra Raj Mehta. and author-historian Narayani Basu at Jaipur Literature Festival on Thursday.
ASER report 2024: Grade 3 students see improvement in reading and arithmetic skills
New Delhi, Jan 28: The latest Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) for 2024 was released on Tuesday, unveiling a remarkable recovery in foundational learning among Grade 3 students in the country.
You are India's global ambassadors in the making: Gautam Adani to students
Ahmedabad, Jan 20: The Adani Group Chairman, Gautam Adani, on Monday, told students that India, he sees now is alive with runways and "you are India’s global ambassadors in the making".
MP govt aims to attain 100 pass percentage for 10th, 12th students by 2030: CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal, January 12: After launching the Swami Vivekananda Yuva Shakti Mission, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Sunday that his government has set a target for achieving 100 per cent pass percentage for students appearing in the 10th and 12th examinations by 2030.