The story of Bihar's educational reform is a lesson for all reforms done halfway.
A pro-Kannada organisation protested against the Governor of Karnataka over a letter asking the state government to reconsider its decision to replace the marks system with a grading system for the third language in the SSLC exam.
The Delhi High Court has intervened in a dispute between Delhi Public School, Dwarka, and parents over fee hikes, ordering the reinstatement of expelled students and directing partial fee payments.
A 20-year-old youth was found dead at a government school in Gurugram. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, including a possible head injury.
Kerala's voters are sophisticated, educated, and unforgiving. They have once again made it clear that no government is entitled to remain in power. The Congress would do well to remember this, points out Ramesh Menon.
A recent report reveals that a significant percentage of CCTV cameras installed in Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) schools are non-functional, raising concerns about safety and surveillance.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has assured the Vidhan Sabha that discrepancies in electricity bills following smart meter installations will be addressed. The government also plans to amend regulations to curb excessive fees charged by private schools.
A controversy has erupted in Bengaluru after five Brahmin students were allegedly forced to remove their sacred thread at Krupanidhi College during the Common Entrance Test (CET). Students claim invigilators demanded the removal of the sacred thread despite previous government assurances that it would not be required.
The Income Tax Department conducted searches at multiple locations in Kolkata, including the residence of TMC MLA Debashis Kumar and Miraj Shah, a proposer of Mamata Banerjee's candidature. The TMC alleges the raids are politically motivated.
College students in Bihar, many first-time voters, express concerns about job opportunities and education quality ahead of the state elections, desiring a government focused on employment and strengthening the education system.
The alleged suicide of a first-year BDS student in Kerala has sparked outrage and prompted investigations into claims of caste-based harassment. The Chief Minister has condemned the incident, and various organisations are offering support to the student's family and calling for measures to prevent future occurrences.
A second-year student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, was found dead in her hostel room, marking the fourth suspected student suicide in two months, triggering protests on campus.
The father of Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura who was killed in an alleged racial assault, has accused the Uttarakhand Police of negligence, claiming the main accused remains at large due to administrative failure.
The Delhi High Court has intervened in a fee dispute between Delhi Public School, Dwarka, and parents, ordering the reinstatement of 25 expelled students and directing parents to pay 50% of outstanding fees.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has directed officials to ensure transparency in the implementation of central and Haryana government welfare schemes, aiming to maximise their reach. He reviewed multiple schemes across various departments during a DISHA meeting in Karnal.
The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to address the growing concerns surrounding excessive and unsafe digital technology use among students, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital behaviour.
The government has intensified its Study in India programme and is working closely with universities and states to achieve this goal.
The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against seven individuals accused of misappropriating funds from the Sarva Siksha Abhiyan scheme, intended for school construction in the Kupwara district.
Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has condemned the alleged suicide of a BDS student following accusations of caste-based harassment. An investigation has been launched, and support pledged to the victim's family.
A 76-year-old man in Meerut, India, has been detained after police discovered the skeletal remains of his daughter in his home, allegedly kept there for over four months after her death.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered strict action against those forcing people into manual scavenging after three sanitation workers died cleaning a septic tank at a hospital in Raipur. The CM has directed officials to ensure assistance to the victims' families and take legal action against those responsible.
A headmaster in Jharkhand has been suspended and two assistant teachers face departmental proceedings after a video surfaced showing them dancing with students to a 'vulgar' song during a farewell function.
A large-scale civil defence mock drill was conducted across Delhi, simulating a hostile attack scenario to test preparedness and response systems.
Uttar Pradesh minister Sanjay Nishad threatened to resign if the Nishad community is not granted Scheduled Caste status. He made the announcement during a rally in Gorakhpur, where he also criticised previous governments for neglecting the community.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, has launched a comic-style brochure featuring Professor Padarth to make materials engineering more accessible and engaging for students and the general public.
A Palghar Zilla Parishad employee has been booked for allegedly molesting a minor girl under the guise of providing information about a scholarship programme. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act, and an inquiry has been promised.
The Haryana government is launching an initiative to equip its employees with artificial intelligence (AI) skills through the iGOT Karmayogi platform, aiming to enhance governance and public service delivery.
Eight teachers in Maharashtra's Beed district have been suspended for allegedly using false hearing impairment claims to obtain government benefits. An inquiry revealed discrepancies in their disability certificates, leading to departmental action.
India has launched its first integrated phygital service centre in Umri village, Madhya Pradesh, aiming to provide online services and boost rural development through digital connectivity and various essential services.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating Kannur Dental College faculty after a first-year student died in a suspected suicide, with allegations of emotional harassment and discrimination.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, have launched an investigation into Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj R L, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment from faculty members. The investigation includes allegations of caste-based discrimination and threats of academic repercussions.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been suspended and is under investigation following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking by a female student, sparking protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
A senior Maharashtra government official has been removed from his post following allegations of irregularities in granting minority status to 75 educational institutions after the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate the matter.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has launched development projects worth 253 crore in Jind district, focusing on irrigation, infrastructure, health, and water supply.
Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims about India's progress, citing poverty statistics and West Bengal's economic growth.
The Sports Ministry has issued an advisory to state governments in India to improve safety at playgrounds and sports facilities following fatal accidents.
Fresh findings suggest pesticide compounds and elevated cadmium levels may be linked to the deaths of 17 people in a remote village in Rajouri district.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has expressed strong disapproval of a chapter in an NCERT Class 8 textbook addressing judicial corruption, prompting government action and a Supreme Court ban on the book's circulation.
