School enrolment in 3-11 age group down by 25 lakh: UDISE+ , Pg14

UDISE+ data reveals 25 lakh drop in 3-11 age group school enrolment due to falling birth rates.

India’s demographic dividend as a time bomb , Pg8

India's demographic dividend faces 'time bomb' risk due to skills gap; 70% jobs threatened by automation by 2030.

With Sci-Hub gone, will the ‘One Nation, One Subscription’ scheme step up? , Pg9

Delhi High Court bans Sci-Hub amidst 'One Nation, One Subscription' scheme debate for equitable research access and scholarly publishing reforms.

Govt. schools account for 55.9% of total enrolments, says survey , Pg12

NSS Survey reveals stark disparities: Private school fees nine times higher, impacting access to education and perpetuating inequality.

Play-based learning for India’s future , Pg7

Government's Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi scheme transforms Anganwadi centres into early learning hubs with play-based education and holistic development.

Psychology and health care courses cannot be offered in distance learning mode: UGC , Pg12

UGC bans distance learning for healthcare courses, including psychology, nutrition, and microbiology, starting 2025, to maintain quality standards.

NCERT textbooks introduce Indian art forms , Pg12

NCERT integrates Indian art forms into Class 3-8 textbooks, aiming to root education in Indian ethos from 2025-26 academic year.

Nourish to flourish, the nutrition and cognition link , Pg6

Article highlights critical role of nutrition and cognitive development in first 1,000 days for child's future success.

Draft UGC curriculum puts focus on ‘ancient wisdom’ , Pg10

UGC's draft curriculum emphasizes 'ancient wisdom,' sparking debate over saffronisation and academic focus amidst protests from non-BJP states.

Punishing process , Pg6

Manipur HC directs state to issue fresh academic certificates, highlighting bureaucratic hurdles in transgender rights implementation despite legal provisions.

How India’s youth can challenge U.S. tariffs , Pg10

Trump's 50% tariffs threaten Indian exports, prompting calls for domestic demand-driven growth and strategic youth empowerment.

Uttarakhand Cabinet clears Bill for minority education institutions , Pg10

Uttarakhand Cabinet approves Minority Educational Institutions Bill 2025, extending benefits to Sikh, Jain, Christian, Buddhist, and Parsi educational institutions.

Sources in journalism can be great teachers , Pg11

Article highlights the role of activists in shaping education policy and reporter's understanding of social justice and equality.

Ceremonial heads , Pg10

Governors' actions in Tamil Nadu and Kerala spark controversy, challenging Supreme Court directives and raising questions about their role in state universities.

Data breaches within Indian educational institutions , Pg10

CyberPeace Foundation reveals 4 lakh data breaches in Indian educational institutions in 9 months, raising concerns about data security.

How can SC/ST scholarships be expanded? , Pg10

Government considers raising parental income limits for SC/ST/OBC scholarships amid declining beneficiary numbers, aiming for enhanced inclusivity and access.

The ceding of academic freedom in universities , Pg8

Article highlights the shrinking academic freedom in Indian universities due to government control, impacting research, teaching, and critical thinking.

House panel flags gaps in SC, ST teachers’ hiring, unmet quota for reserved category students in DU , Pg1

Parliamentary panel reveals under-representation of SC/ST teachers and students in Delhi University, urges quota adherence and fee waivers.

What will be the impact of Google antitrust case?, pg8.

Language lessons, pg 8