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Binding national floor wage may redefine states' minimum wage structures

India's new Labour Codes introduce a binding national floor wage, but experts warn the absence of a clear wage-setting formula could create uncertainty and uneven implementation

CUET-UG delayed at some centres due to TCS glitch, NTA revises exam timings

The statements come after candidates at several examination centres reported disruptions during the morning shift of the entrance test

Pradhan, Radhakrishnan review NEET-UG re-exam amid security concerns

The Education Ministry reviewed security and preparedness measures for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination amid continuing scrutiny over the integrity of the exam process

Centre plans to extend literacy, numeracy programme till Class 5

The education ministry has proposed extending the NIPUN Bharat Mission up to Class 5 as learning surveys continue to show gaps in foundational literacy and numeracy

Mounting costs turn the heat on India Inc amid West Asia conflict

Firms diversify sourcing, redraw playbook, increase prices to tide over crisis

A tough equation: Students rethink overseas study plans amid rupee slide

Weak rupee reshapes overseas education choices as Indian students seek affordable destinations

Centre ropes in IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur to help CBSE fix portal glitches

The move comes after several days of complaints over portal crashes, login failures, inaccessible links and payment errors

Labour ministry consults industry on migrant worker welfare framework plans

The labour ministry has started consultations with industry bodies on migrant worker welfare, focusing on housing, portability of benefits and registration reforms

NCERT likely to offer Master's, PhD programmes in education from 2027

Granted deemed-to-be-university status last month

Manufacturing drags down India's private sector activity in May: Flash PMI

India's pvt sector activity remained firmly in expansion territory in May, though growth in new orders, exports, employment and business activity softened marginally, HSBC's flash PMI survey showed

CCI imposes ₹50 lakh penalty on Manipal group over Aakash deal violations

The Competition Commission of India fined Manipal group entities for implementing parts of the Aakash Educational Services acquisition without prior approval

Govt asks social media firms to curb NEET-UG misinformation networks

The Centre has directed major social media platforms to proactively identify and remove networks spreading fake paper leak claims and unverified exam-related content

NITI proposes state-led migration systems to tap global labour demand

The NITI Aayog paper recommends state-run recruitment agencies, foreign-language training and digital dashboards to connect skilled workers with overseas jobs

AI built on western data may miss Global South's realities: P K Mishra

PK Mishra warned that AI systems trained largely on Western datasets may fail to reflect Asian and Global South realities, underscoring the need for India-led AI capabilities

Overlaps in labour codes, state laws create compliance grey zone for firms

Experts say overlaps between Labour Codes and state Shops and Establishments Acts may create compliance uncertainty for companies across working hours and leave rules

EPFO to roll out WhatsApp chatbot for member queries amid rising grievances

EPFO plans to launch a WhatsApp-based chatbot to handle member queries, PF services, and grievance-related communication in regional languages

Pradhan reviews NEET-UG re-exam preparations amid security concerns

Dharmendra Pradhan reviewed NEET-UG re-exam arrangements, stressing tighter security, improved logistics, and stronger coordination with local authorities

Handloom sector needs ministry convergence, wider scheme awareness: EAC-PM

EAC-PM chairman S Mahendra Dev said better coordination across ministries and wider awareness of government schemes are key to supporting the handloom sector

CBSE slashes revaluation fees amid OSM backlash over low marks

CBSE has reduced charges for answer-sheet access, verification and re-evaluation after concerns over low marks and glitches linked to the Online Scoring Mechanism

Neet (UG) to be computer-based from 2027: Education minister Pradhan

The Centre announced a June 21 retest for NEET-UG 2026 and said the medical entrance examination will shift to a computer-based format from next year