The Jammu and Kashmir government reports that over 3,000 schools have experienced low or zero enrolment since 2022, prompting school closures and mergers. The report details the financial implications and district-wise breakdown of the affected schools.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the state's 'BIMARU' (sick) status to corruption during previous governments, emphasising the need for transparency and meritocracy in recruitment processes. He highlighted improvements in medical facilities and increased government job opportunities for young people in Uttar Pradesh.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha terminated the services of five more government employees for suspected terror links, bringing the total number of employees sacked since 2020 to 85.
A class 8 student in Ahmedabad was injured after being attacked with a geometric compass by a peer during a school fight. The incident occurred on the premises of a civic school, leading to surgery for the victim and a police investigation under the Juvenile Justice Act.
At least seven teachers of the government run school in Bihar's Saran district were suspended for allegedly campaigning for different candidates contesting next month's assembly polls.
Enforcement Directorate officials conducted a raid at the Kolkata residence of former West Bengal education minister Partha Chatterjee in connection with the ongoing school jobs recruitment scam investigation.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar participated in an event in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district as part of a grassroots sports initiative aimed at transforming the once Maoist hotbed into a thriving sports hub and opening new avenues for the youth.
The parents of a Kannur Dental College student, Nithin Raj R L, who was found dead, allege that their son was subjected to constant emotional torture by faculty members and claim it was a case of murder. Protests have erupted at the college, with student organisations demanding justice and the arrest of the accused.
A Class 11 student in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly committed suicide after failing his examination. In a separate incident, another teenager in Sultanpur village also took his own life, with the motive currently unknown.
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has called upon schools to play a proactive role in safeguarding youth from drug abuse. He emphasised the role of educational institutions in the statewide anti-drug campaign and criticised the neighbouring country for allegedly pumping drugs into Punjab.
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.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of betraying women by obstructing the passage of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which aimed to reserve 33 per cent of seats in Parliament and state assemblies for women. Modi asserted that women in West Bengal would punish the TMC in the upcoming assembly elections.
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.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged the BJP will recover funds allegedly stolen by the TMC in Bengal and promised development schemes for North Bengal, while attacking Mamata Banerjee's governance.
Youth League activists clashed with police during a protest march at a dental college in Kerala over the death of a Dalit student. The protest was triggered by allegations of harassment and demands for action against faculty members.
For now, Yumnam Khemchand Singh's leadership will be judged not by promises or symbolism, but by whether his government can prevent further violence and begin the slow, difficult work of rebuilding trust.
Dhirendra Shastri, head of Bageshwar Dham, has apologised for his remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj after facing backlash in Maharashtra. He claimed his comments were twisted on social media and clarified his stance on dedicating children to the RSS.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the ruling TMC in West Bengal, alleging corruption and appeasement politics, while promoting the BJP's development agenda ahead of the assembly elections.
A 28-year-old man died under suspicious circumstances in Rajasthan's Banswara district, prompting a police investigation into multiple angles, including a possible affair.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj RL, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment. The college has suspended two faculty members and initiated an internal inquiry.
Odisha Police rescued a girl from a central government-run residential school in Bhadrak district after she ran away following alleged sexual harassment by a teacher. The class 7 student escaped by scaling the boundary wall and sought refuge in a nearby village.
An elderly couple was allegedly murdered in their home in Beawar, Rajasthan, with police investigating a possible robbery motive. Four suspects, including two minors, have been detained.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that all high schools in India will have broadband internet connection within the next 2-3 years, with a focus on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into education.
Divya Singh, a determined cyclist from Gorakhpur, has etched her name in history as the first Indian woman to successfully cycle to the Mount Everest base camp.
A BJP government in Bengal inherits more problems than it might care to admit at its moment of triumph, points out Ramesh Menon
When it's not spouting excessive maths jargon -- algorithm alone is uttered a zillion times -- too many characters with too little context crowd the scenes and turn Maa Ka Sum into a slog, observes Sukanya Verma.
'The nepotism, corruption, bad governance and 15 years of rampant crime that has happened across West Bengal under her rule led to her ouster.'
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 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.
The new approach emphasises practical understanding and contemporary skills, encouraging students to think critically and apply concepts in real-world contexts, says Srividya Sridhar, principal of Lotus Petal Senior Secondary School.
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe made history by becoming the first person to run a marathon in under two hours at the London Marathon.
'Now when I see the forest, I don't just see trees -- I see a home that we must protect.'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the TMC, accusing the party of looting West Bengal for 15 years, destroying the state's identity through corruption and infiltration, and turning Jadavpur University into a symbol of disorder.
Four Census officials were assaulted in Odisha's Dhenkanal district, prompting the state government to formulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) to safeguard census officials from physical harm and heat-related risks.
The enquiry committee pointed out several lapses on the part of the school, noting the relentless bullying faced by the girl, and mentioned that her parents had first raised the issue with teachers in July 2024. The panel observed that the class teacher failed to act on the child's distress, even when the girl approached the teacher five times in the final 45 minutes of her life.
The mother of a 23-year-old student who drowned in a water-filled pit in Noida has accused his friends of negligence and suspects foul play, alleging they did not attempt to save him and failed to inform her promptly about his death.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched an artificial intelligence and computational thinking curriculum for classes 3 to 8, aiming to integrate structured AI education into the school system.
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.
Maoist leader Sabyasachi Panda, currently serving a life sentence in Berhampur Circle Jail, has successfully completed a Master's degree in Sociology from IGNOU. This achievement follows his earlier graduation through correspondence while incarcerated, highlighting his commitment to higher education despite his imprisonment.
The girl was allegedly made to perform 100 sit-ups after she reached the school late on November 8. Her mother has alleged that the girl died as a result of an "inhuman punishment", given by her teacher, who made her perform sit-ups with her school bag on her back.
