Can’t teach religion, jingoism for Indian Knowledge Systems

PUNE: Officials in the state’s steering committee for implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 observed that in many higher educational institutes, “religion, jingoism and blind heroworship” were being taught under the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) course subjects. They plan to make changes to curb this trend.The committee has decided to make several shifts … Read more

UGC NET June 2024 Application Form Sometime Next Week; NET Scores Can be Used For PhD Admissions

Home Education UGC NET June 2024 Application Form Sometime Next Week; NET Scores Can be Used For PhD Admissions UGC NET June 2024 Application Form is likely to begin next week. UGC NET June Session 2024: Check Registration Update, Exam Dates, Eligibility Criteria UGC NET June 2024 Application Form: The registration process for the UGC … Read more

UGC approves use of NET scores for PhD admissions starting 2024-25 academic session

NEW DELHI: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided that starting from the academic session 2024-25, PhD admissions can utilize National Eligibility Test (NET) scores. This decision aims to streamline the admission process under the National Education Policy, eliminating the need for multiple entrance exams. The UGC made this determination during its 578th meeting on … Read more

RSS Leader Advocates NEP Transformation Towards Indian Knowledge System Integration

NOIDA: In Greater Noida on Thursday, RSS leader Indresh Kumar emphasized India’s pivotal transition within the framework of the National Education Policy (NEP). He highlighted that the nation is poised for a transformative journey, aiming to reshape its educational landscape by drawing upon its rich knowledge traditions. This visionary endeavour reflects a concerted effort to … Read more

Assam government to introduce six tribal languages as medium of instruction in schools |

GUWAHATI: The Assam government has decided to introduce six tribal languages as mediums of instruction in the foundational stage of school education to protect the interests of tribal communities and in line with the provisions of the National Education Policy, 2020.The decision was taken in the cabinet meeting held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati … Read more

Lack of teachers and classrooms are the major reasons for Bihar public universities to delink intermediate college

The state universities in Bihar continue to follow the old pattern of education that combines intermediate (class XI and XII) with degree colleges. Limited teachers, delayed postings and restricted allocation of funds are the major reasons that most of the universities barring Patna University (PU) are unable to delink intermediate from its affiliated colleges.The directives … Read more

Students to get option of appearing in 10th, 12th board exams twice from 2025-26: Pradhan |

RAIPUR: On Monday, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that starting from the academic session 2025-26, students will have the opportunity to take their 10th and 12th class board examinations twice a year. He highlighted that one of the key aims of the new National Education Policy (NEP), introduced in 2020, is to alleviate academic … Read more

Percentage of dropouts has decreased, and more girls, SC, ST, and OBC students are enrolled in higher education: President Murmu |

NEW DELHI: On Wednesday, President Droupadi Murmu stated that government initiatives have reduced the nation’s dropout rate and increased the number of girls enrolled in higher education. During a joint session of Parliament at the start of the Budget session, she stated that the number of Scheduled Caste students has increased by approximately 44%, Scheduled … Read more

425 PhD degrees to be awarded during MU convocation, 15% rise from 2022-23

MUMBAI: Mumbai University will be awarding 425 Ph D degrees during the annual convocation this year – a 15% increase from last year. The annual convocation is scheduled on February 7, where UGC chairman M Jagadesh Kumar will be the chief guest. While the number of students completing their PhDs had drastically dropped during the … Read more

Interim Budget 2024: New Policy Initiatives to Attract International Students to India |

NEW DELHI: The Indian government has initiated several measures and reforms to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In continuation of these efforts, further assistance is expected in the forthcoming budget 2024.To encourage learner-centric education, the National Credit Framework (NCrF), National Higher Education Qualification Framework, Academic Bank of Credit (ABC), and multiple entry/exit schemes … Read more