Topic: education

National Education Day today: Maulana Azad’s vision shaped modern education

National Education Day is being observed today, recalling how Maulana Abul Kalam Azad’s vision laid the foundation of modern education in India.

MP scraps textbook tenders, putting 2027 school books at risk

MP's textbook corporation cancelled paper and printing tenders on Nov 6, leaving books for 80 lakh students for 2027 without a supplier.

Maulana Azad and the Work of Educating a New Republic

Born on 11 November 1888, Abul Kalam Azad connected independence with wider access to learning, science and culture.

Chandraprakash Prajapati sets out on alms journey for education

Chandraprakash Prajapati has set out on an alms journey to spread education and build a school, with a foundation stone-laying planned in Satna on November 15.

Job opportunities beyond teaching after BA and MA in geography

After a BA or MA in geography, students can explore careers beyond teaching in GIS, remote sensing, drone surveys, environmental management and data analysis.

Free books and uniforms in Jammu and Kashmir government schools

The Jammu and Kashmir government has started providing free textbooks and uniforms to students in government schools, with a focus on Classes 1 to 8.

Father auto driver, mother farm labourer, Ansar became IAS at 21

Father auto driver, mother farm labourer, Ansar became IAS at 21. CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News / Agencies, Bhopal...

AMU’s first woman vice-president Nashra Naeem has strong Gorakhpur ties

Nashra Naeem, born in Gorakhpur, has become AMU’s first woman elected to one of the student union’s three key posts after the November 5, 2026 election.

Three effective techniques to improve memory before upcoming board exams

About 90 days remain for the 2027 board examinations. Experts say active recall, spaced repetition and interleaving can help students improve memory and preparation.

Yajurvendra sold own home, shaped futures of hundreds of students

Yajurvendra Mahajan of Jalgaon in Maharashtra sold his ancestral home and farmland to support needy students through Deepstambh Foundation.

MP Board dummy admit cards released, corrections allowed until December 31

MPBSE has released dummy admit cards for Class 10 and 12 board exam students. Corrections can be made online, and declaration forms must be submitted by December 31, 2026.

Delhi Classes Up To Fifth To Run In Hybrid Mode

In view of Delhi’s worsening air quality, the Directorate of Education has ordered hybrid classes up to Class 5 in all government and private schools until further orders.

JEE Main 2027: NRI students can now register using passports

NRI candidates applying for JEE Main 2027 can use a valid passport for registration instead of Aadhaar, PAN or an Indian driving licence, the NTA has clarified.

Father gifts son ₹2.30 crore BMW for Class 9 marks

A rice trader in West Bengal’s Purba Bardhaman gifted his 15-year-old son a BMW M4 Competition worth about ₹2.30 crore for good Class 9 marks.

CBSE releases practical exam schedule ahead of 2027 board exams

CBSE has released the practical, project and internal assessment schedule ahead of the 2027 Class 10 and 12 board examinations.

CBSE releases Class 10, 12 practical exam datesheet for 2027

CBSE has announced the schedule for Class 10 and 12 practical examinations, project assessment and internal assessment in winter-bound schools for the 2026-27 session.

From Bihar’s Adarsh to AI innovators, 49 Indians win Diana Award

The Diana Award 2026 list honours 198 young changemakers from 44 countries, including 49 Indians working in education, AI, health, environment and social equality.

Who is Noman Ashraf and why his AMU speech drew attention

Noman Ashraf, a third-year PhD researcher in AMU’s History Department, drew attention with his presidential speech, 21-page manifesto and student union election win.

AMU student union polls after eight years, national issues dominate speeches

Student union elections were held at AMU after eight years, with candidates raising national and international issues alongside campus concerns.

Agniveers get two-year service extension, second chance at regular recruitment

The Centre has approved a two-year additional service extension for Agniveers completing four years, with another chance for regular soldier recruitment.