Education

The flagship initiative of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC), continues to grow as a nationwide movement to transform exam-related stress into a festival of learning and celebration. The 8th edition of PPC 2025 has achieved an unprecedented milestone with over 2.79 crore registrations from students, teachers, and parents across India and abroad. This remarkable response underscores the growing resonance of the program as a true Jan Andolan. The online registration for PPC 2025, hosted on the…

The Hon’ble Minister for Higher Education, Mr. Vakavi Chezhiyan, stated that Hon’ble Governors should refrain from politicizing the appointment process of Vice-Chancellors in universities, allowing them to focus on their academic duties. Repeated Interference by the Governor The Hon’ble Governor’s continued interference in filling Vice-Chancellor vacancies by repeatedly blocking the Tamil Nadu government’s decisions has become a cause for concern. Despite previously approved decisions, the Governor has reversed earlier conclusions and issued statements rejecting the government’s recommendations. This development is…

To Offer CA Coaching Classes Through JK Shah Classes Chennai: Veranda XL, a Veranda Learning Solutions enterprise, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), based in Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, to deliver professional Chartered Accountancy (CA) coaching classes on campus under the renowned brand of JK Shah Classes (JKSC). This collaboration will provide SRM students with specialized CA coaching classes. The curriculum will combine JKSC’s over-four decades of expertise with SRM’s strong academic…

Department of Consumer Affairs is continuously working for consumer protection and empowerment of consumers by enactment of progressive legislations. With a view to modernize the framework governing the consumer protection in the new era of globalization, technologies, e-commerce markets etc. Consumer Protection Act, 1986 was repealed and Consumer Protection Act 2019 was enacted. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has been established under Section-10 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 to regulate the matters related to violation of rights of…

Over the last decade, India’s school education landscape has witnessed unprecedented growth and transformation under this government’s leadership. From robust improvements in school infrastructure and digital inclusion to empowering Nari Shakti and promoting Bharatiya languages, every initiative has been driven by a commitment to quality, equity, and holistic development, stated Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, while addressing a press conference in New Delhi today. Shri Pradhan highlighted that we stand at a pivotal juncture where our schools are not only centers of…

Will Reinforce Veranda’s Leadership in Education Segment by broadening its offerings in the Commerce Test Preparation segment Chennai: Veranda Learning Solutions, a listed enterprise providing end-to-end solutions in the education space, has received approvals to raise funds for an amount up to Rs. 250 Crores through preferential issue. The funds raised will be directed towards acquisitions, deferred consideration payouts, and to grow its existing business. This preferential raise is part of the broader fund-raising plan to be completed this financial…

Top Three Finishers Announced; Young Innovators Showcase Visionary Ideas Bengaluru: The Grand Finale of Avinya, a nationwide initiative by Veranda K-12 to foster innovation among students from Grades 8 to 12, concluded on a high at IIIT-Bangalore. The event celebrated the ingenuity and determination of India’s young minds, who presented innovative ideas addressing global challenges. Veranda K-12, a Veranda Learning enterprise, delivers innovative learning solutions for school education. Avinya builds on this expertise by equipping students with the tools to think…

On 5th December 2024 (Ningani), School Education Minister Dr. Vanlalthlana met Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to discuss various initiatives and requirements of the School Education and Higher & Technical Education Departments of the Mizoram Government. During the meeting, the School Education Minister highlighted the need to establish PM SHRI schools in Mizoram. The PM SHRI (Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India) is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 through the selection of…

The Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India has been implementing a rolling programme of sample based National Achievement Survey (NAS) aimed at classes III, V, VIII and X with a cycle period of three years. The last National Achievement Survey (NAS) was held on 12th November, 2021. In pursuance of the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, National Assessment Centre, PARAKH (Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development) has been…

Grand Finale To Be Held On December 7 at IIIT-Bangalore Veranda K-12, part of Veranda Learning Solutions, announced the shortlisting of the top 25 entries for the Nationals of Avinya, a nation-wide initiative aimed at identifying and nurturing the next generation of young innovators. These exceptional students will compete in the Grand Finale on December 7, 2024, at IIIT-Bangalore, where their ground-breaking ideas will take centre-stage. Avinya: A Hub for Young Innovators Avinya is a platform designed to empower students from…