 "Who is Pralhad Joshi?")
Pralhad Joshi
Who is Pralhad Joshi?
Read More
Latest Updates on Pralhad Joshi
Pralhad Joshi urges NCERT to step up research on responsible AI use
Education minister asks NCERT to study AI's impact on learning and creativity, ensure responsible use, complete textbooks on time and focus on student wellbeing
 "Pralhad Joshi urges NCERT to step up research on responsible AI use")
NTH should become a premier global testing, certification body: Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi called for transforming the National Test House into a premier global testing and certification organisation as India's manufacturing sector expands.
Govt allows 1 mn tonnes of raw sugar imports to curb domestic price rise
India will import 1 million tonnes of raw sugar at nil duty to curb record domestic prices ahead of the festival season and ease concerns over dwindling stocks
 "Govt allows 1 mn tonnes of raw sugar imports to curb domestic price rise")
Centre works on national platform to offer free competitive exam coaching
The proposed platform will provide learning content, expert guidance and structured preparation to students following the Prime Minister's Independence Day announcement
 "Centre works on national platform to offer free competitive exam coaching")
NTA to shift offices, revamp exam team after lapses in UGC-NET papers
Agency removes around 600 experts, plans to induct new officials and introduces a four-tier question-paper checking system as CISF teams reinforce security
 "NTA to shift offices, revamp exam team after lapses in UGC-NET papers")
Education Minister Joshi orders overhaul of NTA system on a 'war footing'
Agency removes 50 members, to fill 10 new leadership positions soon
India's youth not just competing with world, but leading it: Pralhad Joshi
Joshi also underlined the contribution of women in education, saying women account for nearly 44 per cent of enrolment in STEM disciplines
Next phase of Green Energy Corridor to cover 10,000 ckm: Pralhad Joshi
The Centre is planning the next phase of the Green Energy Corridor, spanning 10,000 circuit km, to strengthen renewable power evacuation and support India's energy transition
 "Next phase of Green Energy Corridor to cover 10,000 ckm: Pralhad Joshi")
India's non-fossil fuel power capacity crosses 300 GW: Pralhad Joshi
The Union minister said the country remains on track to achieve its 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030 after adding over 30 GW of non-fossil capacity in the first half of the year
 "India's non-fossil fuel power capacity crosses 300 GW: Pralhad Joshi")
Rooftop solar installations reached 50 lakh households: Pralhad Joshi
PM Surya Ghar scheme has crossed 50 lakh rooftop solar installations, with 14.8 GW commissioned and nearly 19 lakh households reporting zero electricity bills
 "Rooftop solar installations reached 50 lakh households: Pralhad Joshi")
Datanomics: Govt's bigger NEET challenge goes beyond paper leaks
Pralhad Joshi takes charge as education minister amid scrutiny over exam reforms, low public spending on education and persistent youth unemployment
 "Datanomics: Govt's bigger NEET challenge goes beyond paper leaks")
High-powered task force on exam reforms set up under Nandan Nilekani: PM
Pralhad Joshi faces task of restoring trust in education system
 "High-powered task force on exam reforms set up under Nandan Nilekani: PM")
Anti-paper leak Bill on agenda, stage set for House showdown on Monday
The government will be tested on Monday, with an emboldened Oppn confronting it, writes Archis Mohan
 "Anti-paper leak Bill on agenda, stage set for House showdown on Monday")
Pralhad Joshi takes charge of education ministry after Pradhan's exit
Pralhad Joshi assumed charge as Union education minister a day after replacing Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned following nationwide protests over the Neet paper leak controversy
 "Pralhad Joshi takes charge of education ministry after Pradhan's exit")
Pralhad Joshi gets education charge as Prez accepts Pradhan's resignation
At present, he oversees the ministries of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, along with New and Renewable Energy
 "Pralhad Joshi gets education charge as Prez accepts Pradhan's resignation")
India's solar capacity to exceed coal by 200 GW by 2036: Pralhad Joshi
India is projected to have 786 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2035-36, accounting for nearly 70 per cent of its total installed power generation capacity
India's renewable energy capacity additions rose 25% in H1 2026
Solar capacity additions surged 43 per cent year-on-year in the first half of 2026, taking India's total installed renewable energy capacity, including hydro, to 288 GW
 "India's renewable energy capacity additions rose 25% in H1 2026")
Union minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurates 950 MW solar projects in MP
The Union minister also laid the foundation stone for industrial and development projects worth Rs 1,593 crore, while highlighting competitive solar tariffs
Govt seeks assessment of old wind turbines: Renewable energy minister
India has set a target of achieving 100 GW of installed wind energy capacity by 2030 and 156 GW by 2036
 "Govt seeks assessment of old wind turbines: Renewable energy minister")
Govt identifies 102 GW floating solar potential; eyes new support measures
Centre to focus on floating solar and agri-photovoltaics, while preparing support schemes and expanding solar deployment beyond traditional renewable energy hubs
 "Govt identifies 102 GW floating solar potential; eyes new support measures")