Education

CM Stalin announces $1 million prize for deciphering Indus Valley civilisation

Postponing UGC-NET a right decision: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin commended the Union Education Ministry for its decision to postpone the UGC-National Eligibility Test (NET), originally scheduled for January 15.

Jan 14, 2025

C-DOT, IIT Mandi join hands to develop chip for spectrum efficiency

The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) on Monday said it has signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) -- in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) -- for the development of "Wideband Spectrum-Sensor ASIC-Chip for Enhancing the Spectrum Utilisation".

Jan 13, 2025

Teacher-student ratio to play crucial role in West Bengal govt school merger

With West Bengal education minister Bratya Basu recently hinting at merger of government-run schools, the department's officials have started working out a strategy to implement the unification, keeping in mind a balanced teacher to student ratio in each amalgamated school.

Jan 13, 2025

Record 2.79 crore registrations for 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'

With just five days left for the closure of registration, a record 2.79 crore students, teachers, and parents across India and abroad have already registered for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' (PPC) 2025 - an initiative to foster students' positive outlook towards examinations.

Jan 9, 2025

TRUST scholarship amount row: TN rural students seeks raise

The parents of students appearing for the Tamil Nadu Rural Students Talent Search (TRUST) exam have called for an increase in the scholarship amount provided to beneficiaries.

Jan 5, 2025

AIIMS Delhi investing over Rs 300 cr to develop digital infra, AI: Director

AIIMS Pledges Rs 300 Cr for AI-Driven Healthcare Revolution

AIIMS Delhi has pledged Rs 300 crore for AI-driven digital infrastructure to revolutionize healthcare. The investment aims to make health information more accessible and patient-centric, improving efficiency and enabling world-class research.

Dec 30, 2024

IIM Raipur exits CAP, to go with independent admission process

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur has announced that it will conduct admissions to its prestigious 2-year MBA programme through an independent selection process in the upcoming cycle.

Dec 24, 2024

DMK student wing announces statewide protest against UGC-NET exam scheduled on Pongal days

The student wing of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has announced statewide protests against the National Testing Agency (NTA) for scheduling the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) on January 15 and 16, which coincide with Pongal, one of the most important festivals in Tamil Nadu.

Dec 21, 2024

Edtech unicorn Vedantu posts Rs 157 crore loss in FY24

Edtech unicorn Vedantu has registered a loss of Rs 157 crore in FY24 compared to Rs 373 crore loss in FY23.

Dec 20, 2024

Stalin to inaugurate extension of 'Pudhumai Penn' scheme for school girls

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin will extend the Pudhumai Penn scheme to benefit female students of government-aided schools on December 30.

Dec 19, 2024

UGC prepares guidelines for skill-based courses, micro-credentials in Higher Education

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has prepared guidelines for the introduction of skill-based courses and Micro-credentials in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) and the Standard Operating Procedures for implementation.

Dec 18, 2024

Fully-funded Master's in UK; Karnataka partners with UK's Chevening Scholarships to empower women graduates

Fully-funded Master's in UK for 15 women; Karnataka-UK sign landmark MoU for Chevening Scholarships

The Karnataka government has partnered with the UK's Chevening Scholarships programme to empower women and develop leadership. The programme will fully fund five women graduates annually for three years to pursue a Master's programme in any UK university.

Dec 17, 2024

In 2024, 353 girl students enrolled in 33 erstwhile pattern Sainik Schools

In 2024, 353 girls enrolled in 33 erstwhile pattern Sainik Schools

At least 353 girls have enrolled this year in 33 Sainik Schools, established under the erstwhile pattern in the country.

Dec 13, 2024

Indian scientists develop flexible near-infrared devices for wearable sensors

Scientists at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have developed novel flexible near-infrared plasmonic devices for wearable sensors and medical imaging tools.

Dec 12, 2024

Will bring 1 lakh youth into politics: PM Modi

NEP 2020 drives mother tongue-based education with innovative resources: PM Modi

India's Prime Minister emphasized the importance of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which supports teaching children in their mother tongue. The Union Education Minister highlighted how this approach facilitates deep learning, creativity, and cultural preservation.

Dec 11, 2024

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