Faridabad, 23 August 2026: The need for universities to evolve with the changing expectations of Gen Z while expanding access to higher education and maintaining quality, research and relevance came into focus at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies. Acharya Balkrishna, Chancellor, University of Patanjali, along with senior education leaders, shared perspectives on…
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New Delhi, August 23, 2026; The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Cultus Education have launched a nationwide programme to expand access to cloud computing and artificial intelligence skills, with support from Amazon Web Services (AWS). The initiative aims to provide basic cloud and AI learning to 1.5 lakh participants, while 10,000 selected learners will…
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New Delhi, August 23, 2026: The UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 Essay Paper was largely assessed as moderate in difficulty, with a strong emphasis on philosophy, ethics, human values and leadership. The paper also included an International Relations-based topic, while education and decision-making featured prominently in the second section. The essay paper required candidates to…
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New Delhi, August 21, 2026; The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Centre and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to explain what long-term measures can be introduced to prevent technical problems in the board’s on-screen marking system. A bench hearing the matter asked the authorities to submit their response by Monday and fixed…
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New Delhi, August 20, 2026; India’s rapidly evolving startup landscape is prompting leading business schools to rethink how future management professionals are trained. Institutions that once concentrated primarily on preparing students for conventional corporate careers are increasingly building programmes around entrepreneurship, innovation, technology and new-age business leadership. The change reflects the growing influence of startups…
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New Delhi, August 17, 2026; The Congress on Monday questioned the accountability of the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the agency announced a retest for three papers of the UGC-NET June 2026 examination, arguing that students should not have to face the consequences of errors in the examination process. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam…
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Kolkata, August 15, 2026; West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening girls’ education and expanding financial support for students across the state. Addressing the initiatives, the Chief Minister said the government was committed to ensuring that girls do not have to discontinue their education because of financial difficulties.…
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New Delhi, August 14, 2026; The University of Delhi has omitted a specialised paper on the Delhi Sultanate from its newly revised postgraduate History syllabus, according to reports. The course, earlier listed for Semester III under the title “The Delhi Sultanate: Structures of Authority in Medieval North India (13th–14th Centuries),” focused on the political and…
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Noida, August 9, 2026: The fourth edition of the annual children’s activity camp ‘Bachchon Ka Maati’, organised by Maati Trust and Illness to Wellness, was successfully held at The Millennium School, Noida, witnessing enthusiastic participation from more than 1,000 children and their parents. Supported by State Bank of India, Sparx and Shaheed Sumeet Roy Enterprises,…
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New Delhi, August 5, 2026: The Ministry of Education has highlighted a range of initiatives aimed at promoting hygiene, healthy lifestyles, physical fitness and environmental awareness among school children across the country. The Ministry said the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 places emphasis on the holistic development of students, including health, wellness and environmental consciousness.…
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