Education Sector

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentScience and Technology in Everyday Life
30 Jan, 2026

'Need to focus on AI applications rather than frontier models', Pg15

Economic Survey 2025-26 proposes 'AI-OS' initiative, advocating sector-specific AI applications and decentralized development, shifting from resource-intensive large language models.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEducation Sector
30 Jan, 2026

Supreme Court stays new UGC rules on caste bias: 'Will divide society' (Asks govt to set up panel of top jurists to study issue), Pg1

Supreme Court halts UGC's 2026 equity regulations fearing societal division, mandates review panel and reinstates 2012 rules.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEducation Sector
28 Jan, 2026

Plea in SC contests UGC regulations limiting reservation to SC/ST/OBC, Pg10

SC hears plea challenging UGC's Regulation 3(c), alleging discrimination against upper castes by limiting caste-based discrimination protection.

Health SectorEducation SectorE GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday Life
28 Jan, 2026

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

Meghalaya emerges as AI hub, reduces maternal mortality by 50% using data-driven governance, attracting central support for AI development.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEducation Sector
28 Jan, 2026

Plea challenges definition of caste bias in 2026 UGC regulations in SC, Pg11

SC hears plea challenging UGC's 2026 regulations defining caste bias, alleging 'reverse discrimination' and violation of Article 14.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
28 Jan, 2026

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

UGC's new 'equity regulations' face protests over potential misuse and discrimination against general category students, prompting government reassurance and resignations.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
27 Jan, 2026

Uproar intensifies against new UGC equity regulations, Pg12

UGC's 2026 equity regulations face backlash over caste discrimination definition and alleged bias against general category students.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
26 Jan, 2026

Bigger schools, better futures, Pg11

India aims for larger, better-equipped schools by 2035, mirroring China's success, to enhance education quality and accessibility nationwide.

Art FormsHealth SectorEducation Sector
26 Jan, 2026

VS and Dharmendra among five Padma Vibhushan awardees, Pg3

Padma Awards 2024 conferred upon VS Achuthanandan, Dharmendra, and unsung heroes for exceptional contributions across diverse fields.

Health SectorEducation Sector
25 Jan, 2026

CBSE initiates policy reform to aid students’ mental health, Pg12

CBSE mandates socio-emotional and career counselors in all affiliated schools following Rajasthan HC PIL to address rising mental health challenges.

Population and Associated IssuesVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
22 Jan, 2026

Nation's future starts with child's early learning, Pg13

India prioritizes early childhood education and foundational literacy through anganwadis, balvatikas, and NIPUN Bharat mission for enhanced human capital.

Education SectorIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
21 Jan, 2026

Enhancing China-India youth ties, Pg9

China emphasizes youth engagement for stronger Sino-Indian ties amidst growing trade and cultural exchanges post-pandemic, aiming for mutual growth.

Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
21 Jan, 2026

UK govt plans to increase education exports, India among five focus countries, Pg6

UK aims to boost education exports to £40 billion by 2030, focusing on India and four other nations.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
20 Jan, 2026

SC backs fee-cap law, says pvt schools fees 'phenomenally high', Pg3

Supreme Court upholds Delhi's fee-cap law for private schools, cautions against hurried implementation affecting school viability.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryHealth SectorEducation Sector
19 Jan, 2026

Fill vacant faculty positions within 4 months: SC, Pg10

Supreme Court mandates filling faculty vacancies in 4 months, addressing student suicides, and improving mental health support in HEIs.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEducation Sector
19 Jan, 2026

Crisis in education, Pg6

Supreme Court intervenes in student suicide crisis, mandates HEI reforms, faculty appointments, and suicide tracking for enhanced student well-being.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
18 Jan, 2026

Delhi AQI nears ‘severe’ range, GRAP IV returns, Pg5

Delhi-NCR reimplements GRAP IV as AQI hits 'severe' 428; schools switch to hybrid mode, construction halts, truck entry restricted.

Vulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
16 Jan, 2026

Govt working on raising income limit for SC scholarships to Rs 4.5 lakh from Rs 2.5 lakh, Pg14

Government considers raising SC scholarship income limit to ₹4.5 lakh, potentially benefiting more students from marginalized communities.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
15 Jan, 2026

UGC brings out new rules against caste discrimination, Pg12

UGC strengthens anti-caste discrimination rules in higher education, mandates equity committees and includes OBCs, addressing previous criticisms.

Health SectorEducation Sector
15 Jan, 2026

18,000 seats remain vacant, NEET-PG cut-off lowered after second round of counselling, Pg12

NEET-PG cut-off lowered to zero after 18,000 seats remain vacant, raising concerns about medical education standards.

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