Nep 2020 News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Implementing NEP impossible; no funding, infrastructure to support it: TN Minister Palanivel Thiagarajan
Mumbai, March 13: Amid a row erupted over three-language policy, Tamil Nadu Minister Palanivel Thiagarajan said that implementing the new education policy is impossible as there is no funding or infrastructure to support it.
New education policy is impossible today: Tamil Nadu Minister Palanivel Thiagarajan
Chennai, March 12: Tamil Nadu Minister Palanivel Thiagarajan on Wednesday said that implementing the new education policy is impossible today as there is no funding or infrastructure to support it.
Tamil Nadu has consistently opposed NEP 2020: DMK's Anbil Mahesh refutes 'U-turn' claim
Chennai, March 12: Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh on Wednesday refuted claims that Tamil Nadu has changed its stance on National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, asserting that the state has consistently opposed the policy as it undermines Tamil Nadu's education model.
Union Education minister shares TN govt letter consenting to implement PM SHRI scheme
New Delhi, March 11: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said that he stood by his earlier statement in the Lok Sabha that the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government had taken a "U-turn" on implementing the centrally sponsored PM SHRI scheme, which seeks to strengthen schools managed by the Centre, State, or Local bodies. He also urged Chief Minister MK Stalin to" not view NEP 2020 from a political lens."
Food literacy in schools can cut undernourishment by 14 pc, say experts
New Delhi, March 11: Integrating food literacy into school curriculums could reduce undernourishment by up to 14 per cent, experts revealed at the Nutrition Conclave 2025.
NEP: Education Minister Pradhan accuses TN of taking U-turn; says Centre open to talks
New Delhi, March 10: Calling the opposition to the three-language formula a political stand, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said in the Lok Sabha on Monday that the Central government is open to discussion on the issue despite Tamil Nadu taking a U-turn just before signing a MoU for the PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) scheme.
Over 1 lakh people across state supported online signature campaign: Annamalai lambasts DMK on three-language row
Chennai, March 6: Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Thursday claimed that over one lakh people across the state have supported the Bharatiya Janata Party's online campaign on the three-language policy.
We want to protect our language; that is our intention, commitment: DK Shivakumar amid NEP row
Hyderabad, March 6: Amidst the ongoing row between Tamil Nadu and the Centre over the three-language policy, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday emphasised that their intention and commitment is to protect their language.
Imposition of anything breeds enmity which threatens unity, says CM Stalin
Chennai, March 6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has intensified his attack on the Centre over the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the three-language language policy, saying the imposition of anything breeds enmity, which in turn threatens unity.
Gujarat: GTU introduces 21 new courses across 16 colleges under NEP 2020
Gandhinagar, March 4: Gujarat Technological University (GTU) has launched 21 new minor and honors courses in cutting-edge fields like Data Science, Internet of Things (IoT), Electric Vehicles, AI & Machine Learning, Construction Technology, and Energy Engineering.
All we ask is to stop Hindi imposition on us: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on three-language policy
Chennai, March 4: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday reiterated the demand to stop the alleged "imposition" of Hindi language in Tamil Nadu and other southern states arguing that these states have never wanted northern states to learn their languages.
Assam Governor attends 7th convocation of Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University
Guwahati, March 3: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Monday said that Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University is contributing immensely to quality higher education in the state as it is working whole-heartedly in promoting access to higher education for the students belonging to remote areas and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
CBSE plans to hold two board exams for Class X from 2026, seeks public feedback
New Delhi, February 25: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday proposed a major reform in the Class X examination system, introducing two board exams from the 2025-26 academic session.
CBSE proposes conducting class 10 board exams twice a year from 2026, seeks stakeholder feedback
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has proposed holding Class 10 board exams twice a year, starting from the academic year 2026. The board has published draft guidelines for conducting these exams twice annually, and it is inviting suggestions from stakeholders and the public via its official website.
We will never accept that: Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin rejects three language policy
Chennai, February 21: Following Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's assurance, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Friday reiterated DMK's stand and said that the state will never accept the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the three-language policy.
Six states adopt joint resolution seeking withdrawal of draft UGC regulations 2025
Bengaluru February 6: Six States have adopted a joint resolution seeking the withdrawal of draft UGC (Minimum Qualifications for Appointment and Promotion of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education) Regulations, 2025.
UGC revamps eligibility criteria for appointment of faculties
New Delhi, Jan 6: UGC has approved a draft, 'Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education Regulations, 2025.
Candidates can qualify for faculty posts with different UG, PG Disciplines: UGC Draft Guidelines
New Delhi, January 6: Candidates can qualify for faculty positions at higher institutions by clearing the UGC-NET in a subject of their choice, even if their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are in different disciplines, as per the UGC's new draft guidelines.