The Directorate of School Education of Himachal Pradesh has directed all government schools to continue operations on August 15, 2026 to mark Independence Day through flag hoisting, cultural events and patriotic activities. Schools have also been directed to participate in official celebrations at district, divisional and Tehsil headquarters and authorities have been ordered to ensure…
The Himachal Pradesh government said nearly 24,000 students have transferred from private schools to government schools this academic year, with the growth attributed to the introduction of CBSE curriculum and ongoing education reforms. The government also announced plans to expand postgraduate medical seats and modernize medical facilities across the state. According to the Himachal Pradesh…
Rajpal Yadav participates in NEET protests that have sparked debate, urges dialogue: “Government is ours, so are the children” Rajpal Yadav He has expressed his opinion on the ongoing protests NEET putting the debate on paper, calling for dialogue and peace in the midst of international unrest. He took to his social media account to…
Towhid Hridoy of Bangladesh plays a shot during the Asia Cup cricket match between India and Bangladesh (AP Photo) New Delhi: In a development that could lead to a thaw in the relationship between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Indian cricket board (BCCI) after a year of uncertainty, TOI understands that the two…
While many celebrities welcomed Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on July 25, actors. Ranveer Shorey and Tara Deshpande became known for having a different opinion from the popular. While many people applauded the student movement led by Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), Sonam Wangchuk and protestors across the country, the two actors questioned Pradhan’s exit.Taking to…
Mammootty supports Jantar Mantar student protests; encourages the government to listen to the youth; ‘Protect them. Give them strength’ Veteran Malayalam actor Mammootty has come out in support of the student protests taking place at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The actor sent a message on social media, urging the authorities to listen to the…
‘If you find excuses not to discuss NEET, it’s not right’: Kiren Rijiju takes aim at Oppn in RS New Delhi: The Center reiterated in Parliament on Tuesday that it is ready to discuss the NEET file leak case and all related issues with the Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kieron Rijiju said the government remained…
BJP MP and an actress Controversy Ranaut criticized the ongoing protests at the CJP near Parliament, saying protests should not be used to “twist arms” or force the government to decide who will remain in office. Speaking to the media outside Parliament during the storm on Monday 20 July, Kangana said Parliament is the right…
High NEET UG eligibility threshold has aspirants worried about admission to medical colleges this year. (representative picture) The steep rise in NEET-UG qualifying cutoffs has some medical aspirants worried about their chances of getting seats in government medical colleges. Students have expressed frustration with the higher cutoffs after retests, with many questioning whether scores between…
Argentina’s Giovani Lo Celso holds a banner with the words “The Malvinas are Argentine,” referring to the Falkland Islands, as teammate Nicolas Otamendi waves to him at the end of the World Cup semifinal match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo) The British government has urged FIFA to investigate…
Atul Kulkarni announced a one-day hunger strike on July 16 in support of Sonam Wangchuk, urging the government to start negotiations “without delay.” Wangchuk’s endless run at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG malpractice, has entered its 19th day, with celebrities like Shabana Azmi also supporting it. Atul…
Vishwas project and reading initiative aim to transform education system in Rohtak Rohtak: In a major initiative to overhaul government school education, the Rohtak district administration has launched two flagship education programs under the leadership of deputy commissioner Sachin Gupta. These initiatives, namely ‘Daily 15 Minutes Reading Challenge’ and ‘Vishwas Project’, are aimed at improving…
Diljit Dosanjh‘s ‘Satluj’ has been in the news ever since it was pulled from OTT two days after the film’s release. Earlier, the CBFC had said that the film would have 127 cuts, so the makers opted for an OTT release. Now, a filmmaker Anurag Kashyap said former CBFC chairman Prasoon Joshi had criticized Diljit…
Zeenat Aman supports Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike, urges the government to open dialogue as protests begin on the 17th: ‘Those in power must meet’ A veteran player Zeenat Aman he has increased his support for teachers and climate activists Sonam WangchukI am asking the government to initiate dialogue as its endless interest in Delhi continues….
Zeenat Aman supports Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike, urges the government to open dialogue as protests begin on the 17th: ‘Those in power must meet’ A veteran player Zeenat Aman he has increased his support for teachers and climate activists Sonam WangchukI am asking the government to initiate dialogue as its endless interest in Delhi continues….
Rahul Vishwanath Karad calls for academic model that integrates Wakali tradition with higher education PUNE: MIT World Peace University (MIT WPU) Executive Chancellor Dr. Rahul Vishwanath Karad has said that the government should develop a new academic model to integrate Warkari tradition in higher education. He said educationists should make a concerted effort to explore…
Shekhar Suman takes a dig at Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt’s third marriage: “Our government cannot run on two engines, it is running on three engines” Actor-comedian Shekhar Suman has played a funny role Aamir Khan After the marriage of the actor with Gauri Spratt. In a recent episode of his popular YouTube show Shekhar…
Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh a ‘traitor’ amid Satluj controversy, says “government cannot control OTT platforms” The argument is over Diljit DosanjhSatluj’s film has also changed politics. Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu called the singer a “fraud” while rejecting allegations that the Center had anything to do with the film’s cancellation from…
The Kerala government has begun efforts to end a practice long criticized in its public healthcare system: admitting patients on hospital floors due to overcrowding.Health Minister K Muraleedharan reportedly said on Sunday that the initiative will be rolled out first at Government Medical College Hospital in Thiruvananthapuram and Government Medical College Hospital in Kozhikode PTI.The…
Punjab has announced the introduction of artificial intelligence courses in all government schools from next month. The program aims to equip students with future-proof technology skills, while the state also plans to incorporate student feedback into upcoming education reforms to enhance classroom learning and policy decisions. (artificial intelligence image) Artificial intelligence will be part of…
Vijay Vardhan (AI enhanced images) “When you desire something with all your heart, the entire universe conspires to help you achieve it,” SRK said in a famous dialogue from the film Om Shanti Om. But it was Om Prakash Makhija’s rebirth that made the impossible happen. Vijay Vardhan believes waiting for 35 government exams can…
Veteran comedian Bava Lakshmanan, who has been entertaining Tamil audiences for years with his memorable performances, has received timely support from the audience. Tamil Nadu government in the most difficult period of its life. The actor who recently revealed that he was struggling to make ends meet, was in poor health and was homeless. He…
A former singer Vairamuthu he impressed the Tamil Nadu government, and requested that a memorial be built in honor of the legendary filmmaker. Bharathiraja. The renowned administrator, popularly known as “Iyakkunar Imayam,” died on June 10 after battling complications related to old age. He was buried with full honors at his village in Theni district….
Representative archival photos The West Bengal Legislative Assembly on Monday passed two bills to amend the state’s OBC reservation law, bringing changes that will impact reservations in government jobs and services. The amendment provides 7% reservation to 66 OBC communities and reorganizes the OBC categories in the state in accordance with directions issued by the…
Representational AI images The Karnataka Joint Management Board of Primary and Secondary Schools (KAMS) has opposed the mandatory three-language policy of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), saying it conflicts with the existing language laws in the state.In a legal submission to the CBSE president, the association urged the board to suspend the notification…
Karnataka will introduce STEAM-based education in government schools, adding robotics and coding to classroom learning to enhance students’ problem-solving and critical thinking skills. The program aims to prepare students for future careers through hands-on learning while bridging the technical education gap between public and private schools with a greater focus on skills education. Karnataka will…
Rajasthan launches ‘Khushishala’ program in 1,500 government schools to promote mental health and well-being of students For years, discussions in schools have focused on grades, attendance and learning outcomes. Rajasthan is now trying to add another measure to that list: how children feel in the classroom.The state has launched the ‘Khushishala’ mental health and well-being…
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Saturday invited applications from eligible candidates for direct recruitment to various posts in different ministries and departments of the Government of India. The online application process is now open.According to the commission, candidates can apply through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal from June 27, 2026. The last…
Sarthak Sidhant, a Class 12 student who recently attracted national attention for his analysis of CBSE’s digital assessment tenders, launched the government procurement portal on Friday after scraping records of around Rs 166 crore from the government’s Central Public Procurement (CPP) portal.He wrote on Stenter asked people to download the database and explore further. “Download…
The Telangana Board of Secondary Education (BSE Telangana) announced the TS SSC supplementary results 2026 today (June 25). Students who appeared for class 10 supplementary examination can now check their results on the official website bse. To the Telangana Provincial Government atCandidates need to enter their SSC supplementary examination roll number to access their scorecard…