Education Headlines in India

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the renaming of all state residential schools as Maharishi Valmiki Residential Schools, coinciding with Valmiki Jayanti. This move honors the sage's contributions to Indian literature...

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2024 results. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official website using their registration number and date of birth.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the discontinuation of optional questions in Section B for JEE Main 2025, reverting to the pre-pandemic exam format. This change will affect Paper...

IIM Indore, in collaboration with Emeritus, has launched an Executive Programme in Business Management. This 10-month course, starting in December 2024, is designed for mid-career professionals aiming to advance into...

Udemy's latest report on Gen Z in the workplace reveals insights into their career aspirations, learning preferences, and attitudes towards AI-driven learning. The report debunks common stereotypes and highlights the...

IIT Madras is partnering with the University of Tours, France, to offer a course on 'Sustainable Bio-Manufacturing of high-value Phytochemicals' through the Global Initiative of Academic Networks (GIAN) program. The...

IIT Delhi recently hosted the Youth Ideathon 2024, India's largest entrepreneurship competition for school students, featuring over 1.8 lakh young innovators from more than 5,000 schools. The event showcased the...

The Madras Dyslexia Association (MDA) is organizing a Dyslexia Awareness Walk on October 20, 2024, at Besant Nagar Beach in Chennai. The event aims to raise awareness about dyslexia and...

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has mandated a minimum of 75% attendance for Class 10 and 12 students to be eligible for the 2025 board exams. Exceptions are...

The Indian School of Business (ISB) has secured the 40th spot in the Financial Times (FT) Executive MBA Rankings 2024, making it the only Indian institute to feature in the...

The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme 2024 has officially started accepting applications. Young aspirants can apply online through the official portal - pminternship.mca.gov.in. The scheme aims to provide one crore internships...

Tamil Nadu's Directorate of Government Examination (DGE) has released the exam dates for SSLC (Class 10), HSE (Class 11), and HSE (Class 12) for 2025. Exams will be held from...

Introduction Delhi University's Academic Council has approved a revised strategic plan for 2024-2047, focusing on research, collaboration, and global recognition. The plan emphasizes "Excellence in Education, Research, and Sustainable Practices"...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai, aimed at creating an industry-ready workforce for Industry 4.0 with hands-on training in advanced technologies. Established through...

Delhi University unveils ambitious plans to launch its own satellite, introduce a free lunch scheme for students, and implement a zero-emission target by restricting fossil fuel vehicles on campus as...

Delhi University colleges, including Ramjas, Hansraj, and Ram Lal Anand, plan to introduce advanced diploma and certification courses in East Asian languages. The Academic Council will review the proposals on...

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 highlights top global institutions redefining academia. Oxford retains the top spot, while MIT rises to second place. Emerging universities are also making...

IRCTC is hiring for various managerial positions without requiring a written test. Candidates can apply for roles like AGM, DGM, and DGM (Finance) with a salary up to Rs 2...

The Union government will establish 10 new ESIC medical colleges across India, supporting the Prime Minister's goal of adding 75,000 medical seats in five years. This initiative aims to enhance...

Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) invites online applications for its PhD programs for the academic session 2024-25. Applications open on October 10 and close on October 30, 2024. Apply at admission.jmi.ac.in.

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore retains its position as the top Indian university in Times Higher Education's World University Rankings 2025, despite slipping to the 251-300 band globally....

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has extended the GATE 2025 registration deadline to October 11, 2024, with a late fee. This extension provides additional time for candidates to...

NCERT partners with Amazon to triple the publication of K-12 textbooks, ensuring easy access to quality education across India. The collaboration aims to make NCERT books available at MRP through...

Delhi government introduces special NCERT modules for senior secondary students to teach three new criminal laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. Aimed at enhancing...

The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has rescheduled Class 12 exams to begin on February 10, 2025, to avoid a clash with the JEE Main 2025 exams,...

The Odisha government has recruited 16,009 junior teachers in primary and upper primary schools across all 30 districts, aiming to enhance education quality. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi and Union Education...

Delhi University now allows students to pursue two degrees simultaneously, with one in regular mode and the other via Open and Distance Learning (ODL). This new policy offers flexibility for...

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved eight new government medical colleges in Maharashtra, adding 800 MBBS seats for the academic year 2024-25. These colleges are located in Gadchiroli, Amravati,...

The Prime Minister Internship Scheme offers 1.25 lakh internship opportunities for Indian youth in 2024, providing real-world experience and enhancing employability. Registration opens October 12 and closes October 25, 2024.

World Teachers' Day, celebrated on October 5, honors educators globally. Established by UNESCO in 1994, this day emphasizes the importance of quality education and international solidarity. The 2024 theme is...

A joint report by IIT-Madras and IIM-Bangalore highlights that South India leads with 45% of India's startup incubators, with Chennai having 82% academic incubators and Bengaluru 71% industry incubators. Tier...

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued new guidelines for medical colleges seeking to introduce new postgraduate qualifications. Institutions must consult relevant boards and follow a detailed application process, including...

IIT Bombay has launched an Executive Post-Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, starting January 2025. This 18-month online program, designed for early and mid-career professionals, combines theoretical knowledge...

IIT Madras has launched a pioneering training program to create 'Cyber Commandos' among law enforcement officers across India. Supported by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, this six-month residential program...

IIT Bombay has announced the UCEED 2025 exam schedule, with registration now open until October 31, 2024. The exam will take place on January 19, 2025, across 27 cities in...

Kerala's 'Key to Entrance' programme, launched by KITE, aims to support over 8 lakh public school students as they prepare for undergraduate entrance exams. This initiative offers free resources and...