The Chhattisgarh High Court on Thursday said that no child can be compelled to recite Hindu prayers in government schools while hearing a petition against a State government circular issued on June 12.Justice Amitendra Kishore Prasad was hearing a plea challenging the circular, which directed government schools to conduct Saraswati Vandana, Gayatri Mantra, Guru Mantra…
Bhubaneswar, July 1 (IANS) The Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 key proposals, including the landmark new scheme “Gyanodaya – Prosperity through Education” scheme, aiming to ensure free education for students from Kindergarten (KG) to Postgraduate (PG) level. Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 key proposals, including the landmark new scheme “Gyanodaya –…
Representational AI photo For millions of children, lunchtime is one of the most anticipated parts of the school day. But what ends up on their plate or inside their lunchbox depends almost entirely on where they live. While some students carry homemade tiffins packed by their parents every morning, others queue up in school cafeterias…
The University of Delhi has announced its academic calendar for the 2026-27 session, detailing key dates for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The schedule includes the commencement of classes, semester breaks, practical and theory examinations, and vacations. The announcement comes as the university continues admissions through the ongoing CSAS UG and PG admission process. The University…
West Bengal has declared July 6 a public holiday to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The decision will keep schools, government offices, local bodies, state undertakings and other government-controlled institutions closed for the day, as the state pays tribute to one of its prominent historical figures. The West Bengal government…
Some schools are remembered for their results, while others are known for the people who once sat in their classrooms. Across India, a few institutions have built a strong reputation over decades because many of their former students went on to become Prime Ministers, billionaires, CEOs, actors, writers and members of royal families. Here are…
Some schools are remembered for their results, while others are known for the people who once sat in their classrooms. Across India, a few institutions have built a strong reputation over decades because many of their former students went on to become Prime Ministers, billionaires, CEOs, actors, writers and members of royal families. Here are…
With AI making information instantly accessible, questions over the relevance of elite degrees are growing louder. Reflecting on his journey from IIT Bombay to building a startup, Anahad co-founder Shikhar Agrawal explains why the institution’s true value came from its people, not just its academics or brand. IIT is not just an institution, it is…
The SSB has activated the download link for the Constable (GD) Sports Quota Admit Card 2026 on its recruitment portal. Eligible candidates can access their hall tickets ahead of the selection process, which starts on July 15. The recruitment drive for 404 posts includes the Physical Efficiency Test, Physical Standard Test, Skill Test and Document…
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi has opened applications for its 2026-27 undergraduate and postgraduate admissions based on CUET UG 2026 scores. Alongside the admission process, the university has expanded its academic offerings with new degree programmes, redesigned its mathematics course to include Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and advised candidates to complete registrations without…
