IIT Delhi to Launch New Campus in Haryana
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi is set to launch a new campus in Haryana’s Jhajjar and Sonipat districts. The new campus will be spread over an area of 1,000 acres and will have the capacity to accommodate 2,000 students. The new campus is being built at a cost of Rs. 1,600 crore. It…
West Bengal Mandates 3 Languages for Students in Classes 5-8
The West Bengal government has recently announced a new education policy that mandates students learn three languages in classes 5-8. The three languages are Bengali (the mother tongue for most students in West Bengal), English, and a third language, which can be any Indian language or a foreign language. The policy aims to promote multilingualism…
Union Minister Smriti Irani Explains Discontinuation of Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
In a recent development, Union Minister Smriti Irani has shed light on the discontinuation of the pre-matric scholarship for minority students. The decision, based on cogent reasons, has sparked discussions about its implications on minority education and the government’s approach to inclusive policies. The pre-matric scholarship, aimed at supporting students from minority communities in their…
Seven Students of Daffodils English School in Bengaluru Issued Transfer Certificate on complaining of rights violations and retaliation for voicing concerns
Seven students of classes 9 and 10 in Bengaluru received transfer certificates (TCs) on Thursday due to an escalating dispute between parents and the Daffodils English School Association. This is because it is believed that the students’ tuition was not paid, according to the TCs. Since February, parents have been unable to enrol their children…
Ethnic violence in Manipur displaces over 14,000 school children
The ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur has displaced over 14,000 school children, who are now living in relief camps. The violence has affected 4,617 schools in the state, out of which 100 have been converted into relief camps or accommodation for security forces. The Education Minister of Manipur has said that the state government is…
Delhi University releases first admission list on 1st August
The Delhi University published the initial merit allocation list of 7,042 students for undergraduate course admissions on 1st August 23. The list contains the names of 85,853 applicants who passed the CUET UG 2023 exam. The positions on the merit list were used to determine the seats, and candidates must accept their seats by August…
Tragic Incident in Kanpur School: Class X Student Stabbed to Death
Kanpur, 31, July, 2023 In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, a Class X student was stabbed to death inside a school in Kanpur. The gruesome incident took place during school hours, leaving everyone in a state of disbelief and grief. According to preliminary reports, the tragic incident occurred within the…
Remembering Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: A Life of Service and Inspiration
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was a man of many talents and achievements. He was a scientist, an engineer, a teacher, a politician, and a President. But above all, he was a patriot who dedicated his life to serving India. Dr. Kalam was born in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, in 1931. He studied physics and aerospace engineering…
Artificial Intelligence in Education: The Future of Learning
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of online education. However, online education can be challenging for students who lack the motivation and self-discipline to learn independently. Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered education solutions can help to address these challenges by providing personalized learning, real-time feedback, and immersive and interactive learning experiences. What is AI? Artificial intelligence…