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May 25, 2026 12:15 PM

NITI Aayog holds first meeting of high-powered panel on education, employment and entrepreneurship

NITI Aayog has convened the first meeting of the newly formed High-Powered “Education to Employment and Enterprise” Standing Committee aimed at strengthening India’s workforce readiness and boosting the country’s global services sector ambitions. The committee, announced in the Union Budget 2026-27, is tasked with helping India achieve a 10 per cent share in the global services market by 2047 by aligning education, skilling, employment, and entrepreneurship ecosystems with emerging econ...

April 4, 2026 1:40 PM

Trump administration can’t make colleges provide race-related data, judge rules

The Trump administration cannot force public universities in 17 U.S. states to turn over sweeping amounts of data so it can examine whether they have ceased considering race as an admissions factor, a federal judge ruled on Friday. U.S. District Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV in Boston issued a preliminary injunction at the request of those states' Democratic attorneys general, who are suing over a new data reporting requirement the Department of Education adopted in a survey used to gather informat...

March 17, 2026 2:00 PM

President Murmu lauds Akshaya Patra Foundation for 5 billion meals milestone, stresses nutrition and education for children

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday underscored the importance of ensuring nutritious food and quality education for children, while commending the Akshaya Patra Foundation for serving five billion meals to support school education across India. The President was speaking at a commemorative event held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre to mark the foundation’s milestone achievement. Describing the accomplishment as “remarkable,” President Murmu said the initiative highlights the c...

March 3, 2026 12:38 PM

Online registration opens for Yuva Sangam Phase VI under ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’

The Ministry of Education on Monday opened online registrations for Yuva Sangam (Phase VI), a flagship youth exchange programme under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) initiative. Yuva Sangam, organised by the Department of Higher Education, Government of India, aims to strengthen emotional bonds and foster mutual understanding among young citizens from different States and Union Territories through structured exposure visits. Youth in the 18–30 age group, including students of higher ed...

March 2, 2026 4:53 PM

Dharmendra Pradhan invites global universities to partner in India’s expanding education ecosystem

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday called upon foreign higher education institutions to collaborate with India’s fast-growing and innovation-driven education system, as he addressed diplomats from over 50 countries at the Study in India Edu-Diplomatic Conclave 2026 in the national capital. The conclave, organised by the Ministry of Education at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, brought together Ambassadors, High Commissioners and representatives of diplomatic missions to deliberate on ...

January 29, 2026 10:27 PM

Tripura has emerged as higher education hub in Northeast: CM Manik Saha

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Thursday that the state has emerged as a major higher education hub in the Northeastern region, with seven universities, three engineering colleges, three medical colleges and several other higher education and professional institutions producing a highly skilled workforce. Laying the foundation stone of Northeast India’s largest data centre, the Chief Minister said that, coupled with the state’s first rank in Deregulation and Compliance Reduction 2...

January 14, 2026 7:14 PM

PM Modi calls for ‘patience over pressure’ in education, urges balanced approach during exam season

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday underscored the need to foster an atmosphere of balance and understanding among parents, teachers and students during the ongoing examination season, cautioning against excessive academic pressure. Sharing an article written by Union Minister of State Jayant Chaudhury on X, the Prime Minister said “Let us celebrate patience over pressure in education! Marks and assessments have their place, as guidance, not destinations. Union Minister of State Shri J...

December 23, 2025 11:07 AM

Sarbananda Sonowal calls for blending modern education with spiritual values at Assam university convocation

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday underscored the need to integrate quality modern education with spiritual learning, saying such a balanced approach is vital for building a self-reliant, value-driven and developed India during the Amrit Kaal. Sonowal was addressing the first convocation ceremony of Krishna Guru Spiritual University at Na-Satra in Assam’s Barpeta district. Assam Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya attended the event as the chief guest. A...

November 5, 2025 6:12 PM

PM Modi hails record surge in Indian universities in QS Asia Rankings 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed a record surge in the number of Indian universities featured in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, describing it as a testament to India’s decade-long transformation in higher education, research, and innovation. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Glad to see a record increase in the number of Indian universities in the QS Asia University Rankings over the last decade. Our Government is committed to ensuring quality education for our ...

November 4, 2025 2:04 PM

President Murmu attends Kumaun University convocation, urges students to dedicate education to nation-building

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday attended the 20th convocation ceremony of Kumaun University in Nainital, Uttarakhand, where she called upon students to use their education for the betterment of society and the nation. Addressing the gathering, the President said education is the foundation of national development and must not only enhance intellect and skills but also build moral strength and character. “Education not only makes us self-reliant but also teaches us humility and the importa...