Education Headlines in India

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...

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that CCTV surveillance will be mandatory in all exam halls for the 2025 Class 10 and 12 board exams. This move...

Komal Panda, a student at the National Institute of Design (NID)-Haryana, has won the James Dyson Award 2024 for her invention, Novocarry. This portable cooling carrier, inspired by her father's...

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 application deadline has been extended to October 3, 2024. This extension provides candidates with additional time to apply for the national-level engineering...

The Women in Space Leadership Programme, launched by India and the UK, aims to boost inclusivity in the space sector. This initiative empowers women by fostering leadership skills and bridging...

IIT Bombay and BITS Pilani have announced a collaborative effort to enhance research and skill training. This strategic partnership aims to bridge gaps between academia and industry, fostering innovation and...

Stanford University has ranked over 5,300 Indian scientists in the world's top 2% of scientists, marking a significant milestone for Indian research. This recognition underscores the country's growing influence and...

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has announced revisions to the academic calendar for the 2024-25 academic year. These changes impact admission deadlines, semester schedules, and examination dates,...

IIM Bangalore has once again secured the top spot in India for its MBA programme according to the QS Global MBA Rankings 2025. Alongside, 14 Indian institutes have also been...

IIM Raipur, in partnership with the Academy of Digital Health Sciences, has announced the second batch of its Executive Leadership Programme. This six-month course is designed for aspiring founders, CEOs,...

IIT Madras has launched two exciting online certificate courses for school students, focusing on Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Electronic Systems. Priced at just Rs 500 each, these courses offer...

As the GATE 2025 registration deadline approaches, it’s crucial for aspiring candidates to complete their applications accurately and on time. This blog provides a detailed checklist and essential information to...

IIT Delhi has launched the Advanced Program in Technology & AI Leadership, aimed at empowering future tech visionaries. This seven-month program, starting January 2025, offers a comprehensive curriculum covering AI,...

IIT Madras has launched online certificate courses in Data Science and AI for Class XI and XII students. These courses, designed by IIT professors, offer hands-on experience and career insights,...

IIM Lucknow and IIT Kanpur have launched a joint postgraduate program in healthcare management. This innovative program combines management principles with advanced medical technology, aiming to develop leaders who can...

In a major boost to medical education, India has established 60 new medical colleges in 2024, resulting in a 6.3% increase in MBBS seats. This expansion aims to address the...

IIM Sambalpur has made history by becoming the first Indian Institute of Management to introduce AI as faculty in classrooms. This innovative move, announced on its 10th Foundation Day, aims...

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced the distribution of free bicycles to 4.5 lakh students in government schools. This initiative, part of the Free Bicycle Supply Scheme, aims to enhance...

India has announced fifty Quad scholarships worth $0.5 million for students from the Indo-Pacific region. These scholarships will enable students to pursue a four-year undergraduate engineering program at a Government...

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an important notice to parents, stressing the need for accurate data submission during student registration and List of Candidates (LoC) for...

IIT Roorkee has strengthened its global ties by signing two major agreements with Samarkand State University in Uzbekistan. This collaboration includes a Joint Master’s Degree Program and research initiatives in...

Ryan International School in New Delhi and CM RISE School Vinoba in Madhya Pradesh have been named finalists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2024. This blog explores their...