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10 bagless days for classes 6-8: NCERT makes schools stress-free

The guidelines add that these bagless days will be encouraged throughout the year for various types of enrichment activities involving arts, quizzes, sports and vocational crafts

PARAKH report proposes including Class 9-11 marks for Class 12 final scores

PARAKH has proposed that the final report card for Class 12 include a weighted contribution from earlier classes: 15% from Class 9, 20% from Class 10, 25% from Class 11, and 40% from Class 12

CUET UG 2024: Results announced at exams.nta.ac.in, check details inside

NTA has announced the CUET-UG 2024 results on the official websites of NTA CUET UG at exams.nta.ac.in. The majority of registrations was recorded from Uttar Pradesh with 3,47,736 students

NTA announced NEET-UG entrance exam final results, counselling soon

The NTA has announced the NEET UG 2024 results on July 26 on the official website. Now, the counselling process will soon start on the official site of the Medical Counselling Commission (MCC)

ICAI CA 2024: Foundation Results to be declared today at icai.nic.in

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is anticipated to announce the Chartered Accountancy (CA) Foundation June 2024 results today, July 29, on the official website at icai.nic.in

NTA announces CUET-UG results, paves way for undergraduate admissions

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday announced the results for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET)-UG, paving the way to begin the undergraduate admission process which has been delayed this year. The NTA had on July 7 released the provisional answer keys of the CUET-UG 2024. A retest for more than 1,000 candidates whose grievances were found genuine by the agency was conducted on July 19. The delay in the CUET-UG results came amid a row over alleged irregularities in competitive exams, including in the NEET-UG and the UGC-NET. Initially, the CUET-UG results were scheduled to be declared on June 30, but the NTA delayed it, as it was grappling with allegations of paper leak allegations in the NEET-UG, UGC-NET and the CSIR-UGC-NET exams. The CUET-UG conducted in a hybrid mode for the first time across the country was cancelled in Delhi a night before the scheduled exam day over "logistical reasons". The exam was held in the national capital later. The NTA had earlier .

After Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, K'taka passes resolution to scrap NEET

Karnataka has the highest number of medical seats in the country in the academic year 2023-24 at 11,745

Chhattisgarh Pre-MCA 2024: Results announced on vyapam.cgstate.gov.in

The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CGPEB) has announced the Chhattisgarh Pre-MCA result 2024. Students can view and download their results from the official website at vyapam.cgstate.gov

NEET UG 2024: Revised final results, counselling dates to be out soon

After the announcement of the revised final result of NEET UG 2024, Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and other state counselling authorities will begin the counselling for undergraduate admissions

Union Budget 2024-25 significant milestone for country, says Sicci

The Union Budget 2024-25 is a significant milestone for India, with its focus on skills development, higher education, and the empowerment of youth and women, said the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) on Wednesday. "These initiatives are crucial in preparing the Indian citizenry to tackle the economic challenges of the future," SICCI Chairman Neil Parekh said, commenting on the latest financial package designed to drive the Indian economy forward. "SICCI lauds these efforts announced by India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman. It commends the Indian government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for its foresight in preparing the younger generation to take India to even greater heights," said Parekh. The Budget has allocated Rs 1.48 lakh crore for education, employment, and skill development initiatives in the country, demonstrating the government's commitment to empowering the youth and enhancing their skills for better employment ...

WBJEE 2024 seat allotment: Round 1 result announced at wbjeeb.nic.in

The WBJEE 2024 has announced the seat allotment round 1 result. Candidates who had applied for the WBJEE round 1 counselling can view their result through the official website at wbjeeb.nic.in

More than 4,500 Indian students return from violence-hit Bangladesh

More than 4,500 Indian students have returned home from Bangladesh as the neighbouring country continues to reel under violent clashes that have killed over 100 people. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Sunday that 500 students from Nepal, 38 from Bhutan and one from the Maldives have also arrived in India. It said the Indian missions in Bangladesh are in regular touch with local authorities for the safety and security of Indian nationals. "Thus far, over 4,500 Indian students have returned to India. The High Commission has been making arrangements for security escort for safe travel of Indian nationals to the border-crossing points," the MEA said. It said the Indian High Commission in Dhaka and the assistant high commissions in Chittagong, Rajshahi, Sylhet and Khulna have been assisting the return of Indian nationals home. "The Ministry of External Affairs has also been coordinating with relevant Indian authorities to ensure a smooth passage for our citizens at ...

Increased education budget led to rise in enrolment rates: Economic Survey

The survey states a rise in enrolment in higher education has been witnessed between FY15 and FY22, driven by underprivileged sections such as SC, ST, and OBC

Harappan civilisation gets a new identity in NCERT's new class 6 textbook

The new NCERT textbook makes multiple references to the Sarasvati River in the chapter about the beginning of Indian civilisation

Slipping scores: How education knocked India down in the gender gap race

The June report of the World Economic Forum indicates that new data on educational attainment has caused a dip in India's gender parity levels

Matter of immense pride: PM on India's 4th position at Int'l Maths Olympiad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday it is a matter of immense joy and pride that India has come 4th in its best-ever performance in the International Maths Olympiad. "Our contingent has brought home 4 Golds and one Silver Medal. This feat will inspire several other youngsters and help make mathematics even more popular," he said in a post on X.

Myanmar's civil war has seen rise in attacks on schools, say researchers

An intensification of fighting in Myanmar's civil war has brought a sharp increase in destructive attacks on schools, a group that monitors armed conflict in the Southeast Asian nation said in a report Saturday. Myanmar Witness said the attacks have further strained Myanmar's already fractured school system, taking away education for millions of children who have also been forced to flee their homes, miss vaccinations and suffer from inadequate nutrition. The group, a project of the United Kingdom-based Centre for Information Resilience, identified a total of 174 attacks on Myanmar schools and universities since the military seized power from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi three years ago. It said the count came from evidence in social media and news reports. Other groups have suggested higher numbers of attacks. The Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack, an advocacy group based in New York, counted over 245 reports of attacks on schools and 190 reports of ..

BSTC Rajasthan Pre-DElEd Result 2024: Result announced, check details

The Rajasthan Pre-DElEd exam was conducted on June 30 and the result was out in just 17 days (on July 17). Applicants can view their marks on result.predeledraj2024.in and on predeledraj2024.in

AP EAMCET 2024: Round 1 Seat allotment result to be declared today

The APSCHE will declare today the round 1 seat allotment result for the Engineering, Agriculture and Medical (Pharmacy) Common Entrance Test counselling at eapcet-sche.aptonline.in/EAPCET

Class 12 board exams twice a year: CBSE's new pattern likely from June 2026

At present, the CBSE conducts the Class 12 board exams between February-March, with an additional option for the students to appear in a "supplementary" exam in any one of the subjects