Education

Lucknow : In response to the natural curiosity of young children and their need for guidance in exploring their questions, the Yogi government has introduced a new initiative to promote ‘curiosity-based education’ for students in classes 6 to 8 of Council schools. Led by Minister of State for Basic Education (Independent Charge), Sandeep Singh, the program, under the ‘National Invention Campaign,’ aims to foster a scientific mindset, provide hands-on experimentation opportunities, and enhance students’ understanding of scientific processes and methods.…

Jaipur : A meeting with stakeholders regarding the draft of the Rajasthan Coaching Center (Control and Regulation) Bill, 2024 was held at the Hindi Granth Akademi Auditorium on Thursday, chaired by Dr. Aarushi Malik, Secretary of Higher and Technical Education. During the meeting, Dr. Malik emphasized the importance of the stakeholders’ suggestions for the department, stating that both coaching and school directors are also parents, and that the shared goal is to ensure the development and well-being of children in…

Vinoba CM Rise School of Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh has been included in the top finalists in the innovation category of the World’s Best School Award-2024. After rising in the rank among other top schools in the world, the school is now in the race for the top position. London-based T-4 Education Institute announced the top 3 schools today. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Shri Chaitanya Kashyap reached the school on this occasion and congratulated the teachers and students in…

Lucknow : In a significant move to advance higher education, the Yogi government has approved the proposal for establishment of Chandigarh University in Unnao district. On Thursday, Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay formally handed over the authorization letter for the university’s establishment to representatives of the Chandigarh University (CU) International Educational Trust at the Secretariat. Notably, the proposal for this university, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, received Cabinet approval through circulation. This decision will enhance students’ access…

Chennai: Veranda Learning Solutions, a listed enterprise offering end-to-end solutions in the education space, is pleased to announce the elevation of Mr. Aditya Malik to the role of Group Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr. Malik, who currently serves as CEO of Veranda HigherEd, has been instrumental in driving the growth and success of Veranda’s higher education initiatives. His new role aligns with the company’s broader vision of scaling its operations and positioning itself as a leader in the education space.…

Mumbai, Dt. 16: The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) is scheduled for November 10, 2024, and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply by September 30, 2024, according to an announcement by the Maharashtra State Examination Council. Candidates seeking appointment as Education Servants or Teachers in all types of schools, including those under all management boards, examination boards, and all medium-aided, unaided, and permanent unaided schools for Classes I to V and Classes VI to VIII, are required to pass this…

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav today gave a big gift to the youth preparing for competitive examinations in Indore. He dedicated the Mukhyamantri Pariksharthi Suvidha Kendra, a library equipped with state-of-the-art facilities established in Holkar Science College under the innovative initiative of the Indore District Administration. As many as 400 students will be able to prepare for competitive examinations every day in this Kendra. The library will have all the facilities at par with private libraries. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav…

In a significant move to make vocational education more accessible, the National Instructional Media Institute (NIMI), under the Directorate General of Training (DGT) and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), launched a series of YouTube channels today. This digital initiative will provide high-quality training videos to millions of learners across India’s Industrial Training Institute (ITI) skill ecosystem, available in nine languages. The new channels—offered in English, Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Marathi, Punjabi, Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada—are aimed at helping learners…

New Delhi : Four teachers from Maharashtra who have effectively utilized information and technology to enhance accessibility and quality in school, higher, and skill education were honored with the ‘National Teacher Award’ today by President Droupadi Murmu. The award recognized teachers who have improved school education through the use of educational mobile apps, high-quality e-content, visual and audio content creation, and various technologies such as computers, television, YouTube, and other software and hardware. The ‘National Teacher Award’ distribution ceremony, held…

Hnahthial : The “District Level Observance Function of 63rd Teachers’ Day” was held at the Horeb Lodge Conference Hall in Hnahthial. The event was presided over by Hnahthial District Officer, Pi Rita Lalnunmawii Pachuau. During the ceremony, Pi Rita Lalnunmawii Pachuau praised the dedication and hard work of teachers, emphasizing the importance of their role in nurturing students. She noted that teachers contribute significantly to the development of both the nation and its people, and acknowledged their vital role in…