IICT, Netflix announce scholarships for 100 students to nurture next generation of Indian storytellers

August 26, 2026 2:13 PM

IICT, Netflix announce scholarships for 100 students to nurture next generation of Indian storytellers

The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix have announced scholarships for 100 students, offering financial support of up to 80 per cent across six professional programmes aimed at developing industry-ready talent in India's Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem. The scholarship initiative covers two one-year diploma programmes and four six-month certificate programmes, and is open to students and working professionals from across India. The progra...

CRPF, students march together during Tiranga rally at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk

August 11, 2026 3:21 PM

CRPF, students march together during Tiranga rally at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk

Ahead of the 80th Independence Day, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Tuesday organised a Tiranga Rally with school students at the historic Ghanta Ghar in Lal Chowk, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, promoting the spirit of patriotism and the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. “We have organised this rally with students from the nearby school. The students are our future, and they will take the country forward. This initiative aims to educate the students about the freedom struggle and the...

Government outlines multi-pronged measures to address student suicides, strengthen mental-health support

August 10, 2026 9:47 PM

Government outlines multi-pronged measures to address student suicides, strengthen mental-health support

The government has outlined a range of measures to address student suicides and strengthen mental-health support for students across schools and higher educational institutions, including counselling services, suicide-prevention protocols, anti-ragging measures and a national tele-mental health programme. Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha on Monday that the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) collects data on suicides based on cases recor...

Amit Shah congratulates students on passage of Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha

July 30, 2026 11:07 AM

Amit Shah congratulates students on passage of Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 by a voice vote, significantly strengthening the legal framework against examination-related offences. The legislation introduces stricter punishments, higher fines, fast-track courts and special investigation mechanisms to curb organised exam fraud and safeguard the interests of students and job aspirants. Congratulating students on the passage of the Bill, Union Home Minister Amit Shah ...

PM Modi applauds Indian students’ stellar performance at International Science Olympiads, calls it a matter of national pride

July 26, 2026 2:58 PM

PM Modi applauds Indian students’ stellar performance at International Science Olympiads, calls it a matter of national pride

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the outstanding performance of Indian students at the International Science Olympiads, saying their achievements have brought glory to the nation and reflect the growing scientific talent among the country's youth. Addressing the nation during the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister congratulated the students for their remarkable success in the global competitions and expressed confidence that India's cultu...

‘Don’t exploit circumstances for small political gains’: Bhupender Yadav urges opposition to debate NEET issue in Parliament

July 24, 2026 12:21 PM

‘Don’t exploit circumstances for small political gains’: Bhupender Yadav urges opposition to debate NEET issue in Parliament

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav on Friday urged the Opposition to avoid "unnecessary politics" over the NEET-UG 2026 controversy and instead engage in dialogue, asserting that Parliament is the appropriate forum to discuss examination reforms and safeguard students' interests. Speaking to ANI, Yadav said the government has invited the Opposition for a discussion and stressed that solutions to issues concerning students should emerge through dialogue rather than confrontation. "The education of ...

Sonam Wangchuk’s decision to end fast reflects his trust in Centre’s commitment to students’ interests: Piyush Goyal

July 24, 2026 11:08 AM

Sonam Wangchuk’s decision to end fast reflects his trust in Centre’s commitment to students’ interests: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday said that social activist Sonam Wangchuk's decision to end his 26-day fast reflects his trust in the Narendra Modi government's commitment to safeguarding the interests of students and strengthening examination reforms. In a post on X, Goyal said, "Sonam Wangchuk ji has ended his fast after my colleagues, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda ji and Shri Dr Jitendra Singh ji met him at Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, and assured him of the governme...

‘Your worth isn’t determined by marks’: PM Modi encourages students to stay confident during exams

February 22, 2026 2:19 PM

‘Your worth isn’t determined by marks’: PM Modi encourages students to stay confident during exams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed students appearing for examinations across the country, urging them to remain confident, manage stress effectively and focus on their efforts rather than their marks. Speaking during the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister delivered a special message for students amid the ongoing exam season, including Class X and XII board examinations. “I shall now address our dear, promising children, those currentl...

PM Modi shares article highlighting Pariksha Pe Charcha’s focus on student mental well-being

February 12, 2026 6:49 PM

PM Modi shares article highlighting Pariksha Pe Charcha’s focus on student mental well-being

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared an article by Union Minister of State Dr. Sukanta Majumdar highlighting how Pariksha Pe Charcha places students’ mental well-being at the core of examinations. The program, according to the article, promotes the spirit of learning over fear and helps build students’ confidence. PM Modi posted on X: "Pariksha Pe Charcha has always placed the student’s mental well-being at the core of examinations. It celebrates the spirit of learning over fear...

Learn to live in accordance with your dreams: PM Modi to Gujarat tribal students during Pariksha Pe Charcha

February 9, 2026 2:42 PM

Learn to live in accordance with your dreams: PM Modi to Gujarat tribal students during Pariksha Pe Charcha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with students from Gujarat’s Devmogra during his annual Pariksha Pe Charcha programme, holding a wide-ranging discussion with tribal students on education, stress management, career choices and the contribution of tribal communities to nation-building. The students, most of whom belong to tribal regions of the state, welcomed the Prime Minister in their native language and expressed happiness on seeing him wear a jacket featuring their traditi...