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About 8k schools with zero enrolment employ 20k teachers in India: Report

In a peculiar case, West Bengal accounted for 17,965 such teachers, along with the highest number of schools without enrolments (3,812)

India, UK launch Ramanujan research fellowship for young scientists

The DST-backed Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme will enable young Indian physicists and mathematicians to conduct joint research at the London Institute for Mathematical Sciences

NEET PG counselling 2025 dates to be out soon, know steps to apply

Candidates can check the NEET PG 2025 counselling schedule soon on the MCC website (mcc.nic.in). The process will include four rounds - Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray Vacancy Round

SSC CGL tier 1 answer key 2025 to be out today, steps to download & more

The Staff Selection Commission is expected to announce the SSC CGL Answer Key 2025 today, Oct 15. Candidates can view and download the provisional key from the official website of SSC at ssc.gov.in

Outcome-based learning remains NIIT's focus, says CEO Pankaj Jathar

NIIT CEO Pankaj Jathar says learning outcomes depend on instructor-led, mentor-guided education, as the company expands AI and digital training programmes globally

Over a dozen projects underway as DU undertakes ₹1,912 cr campus revamp

The projects include new campuses, academic blocks, hostels, libraries and a cultural centre aimed at strengthening academic and residential facilities for students

Diwali Holidays 2025: Schools across India to break for holidays; list here

As Diwali approaches, several states have announced school holidays. Along with the festive break, here's a look at where schools will stay closed starting October 13, 2025.

Jamia Millia Islamia starts admissions for distance and online programmes

The CDOE, Jamia Millia Islamia, has released the 2025-26 academic session prospectus and opened admissions for several distance and online mode programmes on the official website at jmi.ucanapply.com

Jamia Millia Islamia's free coaching for UPSC 2026: Know dates, eligibility

Jamia Millia Islamia has started registration for free UPSC coaching programme 2026 for minorities, SC/ST, and women. Candidates can apply for the coaching till May 28.

After JNU, Jamia suspends MoU with Turkish institutions citing security

Jamia Millia Islamia suspends all MoUs with institutions linked to Turkiye, joining JNU and CSJM in response to growing concerns over national security and diplomacy

Jamia Millia Islamia hikes fees by up to 41% across courses for 2025-26

JMI has also announced the launch of 14 new courses and expanded its use of Common University Entrance Test (CUET) scores for admissions

Jamia warns students against raising slogans against PM Modi, govt agencies

The Left backed All India Students' Association (AISA) condemned the directive, calling it a reflection of "the Sangh Parivar's authoritarian grip" on academic institutions

Govt invites students to tackle consumer issues from onion storage to ecom

The Smart India Hackathon 2025, launched by the Ministry of Education, aims to harness student innovation to address practical problems affecting millions of consumers

HPBOSE Winter School exams 2025-26: Check timetable for Classes 3, 5, 8

The Himachal Pradesh School Education Board (HPBOSE), Dharamshala, has announced the examination schedule for winter-closing schools for the 2025-26 academic session. Check here

CBSE to teach the language of artificial intelligence from Class 3 onwards

Separately, efforts are underway to integrate AI education into all degree programmes - including BA, BCom, BSc, and specialised courses

DU's St Stephen's asks students to pay university, college fees separately

St Stephen's College has reportedly also directed students to pay more than three times the university's actual share in the total fees

NEET PG 2025: Results cancelled for 22 candidates over misconduct

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has cancelled the NEET PG results of 22 candidates. The list of cancelled applicants has also been released by the Board

Coventry University in talks with Edu Ministry for more India campuses

The UK-based university, which got approval for its first Indian campus in Gujarat's Gift City, plans further expansion under India's National Education Policy 2020

NEET PG Counselling 2025: When will schedule be released and where

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will soon declare the NEET PG 2025 schedule on mcc.nic.in. Students can view registration dates, seat allotment, verification steps & more

UGC NET Dec 2025 notification out: Registration, important dates & more

The NTA has announced the UGC NET 2025 December notification and application form on the official website at www.nta.ac.in. The deadline to apply is Nov 7, 2025. Scroll down for more details