At just 16, Anshika Chand is showing how one idea can change many lives. What began as a school project has become a growing effort to help children with special needs get equal access to education, confidence, and opportunity.
A poem often begins where curiosity meets emotion — in a moment that refuses to be forgotten. Choosing a subject is less about invention and more about listening to what lingers.
As part of this move, Kannada teaching has been introduced in madrasas and 900 Kannada and Urdu medium schools are being upgraded into Karnataka Public Schools to strengthen language-based learning.
Teachers carry emotional and academic load round the clock, leading to burnout that affects classrooms and student wellbeing. Experts say student mental health cannot improve without supporting teachers and involving parents. India needs better support systems, training, and recognition to protect educators.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has widened access to JEE Main 2026 by adding more exam cities and releasing the full syllabus and exam pattern. With registration for the January session now open, the move aims to make the national-level test more inclusive and convenient for lakhs of engineering aspirants across India.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined two leading IAS coaching institutes Rs 8 lakh each for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices
They were few, but far ahead of their time. In a country still grappling with child marriage and female illiteracy, Parsi women were already walking into universities, laboratories, and courtrooms. From unfurling India's first flag in Europe to capturing its freedom on camera, these women didn't just make history—they rewrote it.
In a viral post, Ankur Warikoo explained why most candidates fail interviews despite good answers. His viral post highlighted the 7-38-55 rule, showing that tone and body language matter more than words.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has asked state universities to stop hiring H-1B workers, raising concerns about international staff, post-study pathways for Indian students, and long-term talent losses.
Anyone can advise millions online if they have the follower count. China's new law makes influencers hold formal qualifications before giving advice on health, law, education or finance. Should India follow suit? What would be the risks and benefits? And how would it play out locally?
IISER Kolkata's Dr Dibyendu Das has been honoured with the Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award for pioneering research in systems chemistry. His work focuses on building life-like chemical systems that mimic living behaviour, offering possibilities for healthcare and drug delivery.
A new report by BML Munjal University has found that 75 percent of Indian students aspire to become entrepreneurs. However, most face serious challenges such as lack of mentorship, funding, and legal guidance, despite growing institutional focus on start-up education.
Here's a practical guide to landing a Google internship, from resumes to interviews, timelines, eligibility, and myths, all based on guidance from Google's hiring team, FAQs, and official student resources.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 1, to be held from January 21 to 30. The exam will be conducted in two sessions, and candidates can apply online until November 27, 2025.
Uttar Pradesh has approved a significant expansion in medical education with nearly 1,200 new MBBS and PG seats added across government and private medical colleges. The move is set to boost healthcare capacity and medical education infrastructure in the state.
Delhi University teachers have expressed outrage over the alleged assault on a senior professor at Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar College by DUSU Joint Secretary Deepika Jha. Faculty bodies across 35 colleges have demanded immediate disciplinary and legal action against the accused.
The 2026 edition of the US News & World Report Best Colleges list has reaffirmed Princeton University's position as America's leading university, followed by MIT and Harvard. The rankings showcase excellence in academics, research, and innovation across top US institutions.
With foreign campuses tightening their gates, India has been offered a rare chance to rethink higher education. Students and families have been watching closely. Will Indian universities step up and turn this moment into lasting value?
School Assembly News Headlines for November 1: From major policy moves in Delhi and Kerala's historic milestone to global peace efforts and natural disasters, here are today's most important headlines.
CBSE has released school-wise performance report cards for 2024–25, with academic benchmarks, gender trends, and sports participation data.
Assam Royal Global University honoured industrialist Dr Sanjiv Goenka with a DLitt degree for his exceptional contributions to business and education, recognising his leadership in transforming a Rs 2,500 crore enterprise into a Rs 1 lakh crore conglomerate.
Pamela Colman Smith, an artist and mystic from the early 20th century, illustrated the iconic 1909 Rider-Waite tarot deck, the most famous tarot deck today. Yes, the woman behind the iconic images that are used both as a teaching tool and a cultural shorthand for tarot across the world today, died penniless and in obscurity, her art and belongings sold to cover debt.
As student stress and suicides rise across India, there is talk about whether schools should go beyond textbooks to teach emotional intelligence. Should lessons on empathy, resilience, and mental well-being become as essential as maths and science?
For years, Canada has been the dream study destination for Indian students. But, rising costs and stricter work rules are turning Canada's study-abroad dream into a pricier, more cautious journey for Indian students.
US has ended automatic EAD extensions for H-4 dependants, OPT students and asylum seekers. What does this mean for Indian students and tech workers hoping to study and work in America?
The PM SHRI scheme has upgraded over 12,000 government schools since 2022 under NEP 2020. Despite progress, uneven implementation and infrastructure gaps remain challenges across states.
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University's Assistant Professor Alok Sagar Gautam has been selected to contribute to Isro's Venus Orbiter Mission, India's first mission to Venus. He presented his research and attended a panel discussion at Isro headquarters in Bengaluru on October 29–30.
IIT Kanpur has launched a free 40-day JEE Main 2026 crash course under the Ministry of Education's SATHEE initiative. The programme aims to boost students' conceptual clarity, offer AI-based performance analytics, and ensure equal access to expert-led preparation resources.
Denied entry for being a woman, she didn't protest; she proved. And in doing so, she rewrote India's scientific story. Kamala Sohonie challenged gender bias to become the first Indian woman with a PhD in biochemistry.
IIT-BHU alumnus Sparsh Agrawal has developed Luna, the world's first speech-to-speech foundational AI capable of singing, whispering, and responding with emotion. Built without big-tech backing, Luna aims to put India at the forefront of emotionally intelligent AI innovation.
Australia has imposed strict caps on international student numbers to ease migration and housing pressures, a move that could reshape the dreams of thousands of Indian aspirants.
Check out the top headlines from national and international news for October 31, 2025.
The Trump Administration has ended automatic extensions of certain Employment Authorisation Documents (EADs) from October 30, affecting H-4 visa holders, F-1 students on OPT, and asylum seekers. Applicants must now undergo fresh vetting to get their work permit renewed. The overnight change disproportionately impacts Indian workers.
The CBSE board exam 2026 final datesheet has been released for Classes 10 and 12. The exams will be held from February 17 to April 10.
The Ministry of Education will introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computational Thinking (CT) into India's school curriculum from Class 3 starting 2026–27, making AI a foundational universal skill. The initiative emphasises ethical learning, inclusivity, and teacher empowerment to prepare a future-ready generation.
NMC has corrected its seat matrix, reducing 50 MBBS seats and fixing earlier errors. The total medical seats now stand at 1,28,875.
November offers limited school holidays, except for key regional festivals across Karnataka, Punjab, Meghalaya and northern states. Check the full list here.
After Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu's vaccine-related health-advice post sparked a "stay in your lane" warning, the uproar revealed the pros and dangers of experts venturing beyond their field, and why context matters. It reignited an old question: should people only speak within their expertise, or is thoughtful curiosity still welcome in public life? We talk about where expertise ends, free expression begins, and how to navigate responsibly online.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in collaboration with the Income Tax Department, has launched eight comic books featuring the beloved duo Motu Patlu to promote tax awareness among students under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative. The comics, available in multiple languages, aim to make learning about taxes fun and accessible.
The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has ruled that the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, applies entirely to private unaided schools, including the provision that prohibits detaining students at the elementary level.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced that the results for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) Final, Intermediate, and Foundation examinations conducted in September 2025 are expected to be released on November 3, 2025.
A surge in AI, Data Science, and Analytics courses is reshaping study-abroad trends among Indian students, with Germany and Ireland emerging as top destinations. Leap's latest data shows tech-focused enrolments up fivefold since 2021, rising demand from Tier-2 cities, and growing interest in research and management programmes across Europe.
