Teacher’s Day

September 5, 2026 4:23 PM

President Murmu Confers National Awards on Teachers, Calls for Making India Skill Capital, Knowledge Superpower

President Droupadi Murmu conferred National Awards on teachers from across the country at a function held in the National Capital today on Teachers’ Day. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that academic excellence, skill development and entrepreneurship hold immense importance in the country’s development, and establishing India as the skill capital of the world and transforming it into a knowledge superpower are among the national priorities. She said that education is the most e...

September 5, 2026 2:55 PM

Delhi govt felicitates 116 teachers, principals with state awards on Teachers’ Day

The Delhi government on Saturday felicitated around 116 teachers and principals with state awards on Teachers’ Day, with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta saying the government is working to improve education in the city by addressing gaps in school infrastructure as well as curriculum. Addressing the Shikshak Mahakumbh Award event at Thyagraj Stadium, she said the government aimed to take education to “great heights”, but it had to begin by addressing basic facilities in schools. “We w...

September 5, 2026 1:16 PM

Shape generations of students with scientific outlook, ‘nation first’ spirit: President to teachers

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday asked teachers to shape generations of students who develop a scientific outlook and move forward with the spirit of “nation first”. In an article written on the occasion of Teachers’ Day, she said it is the sacred duty of teachers to guide their students to be good human beings. Students who achieve prosperity and glory while remaining ethical in their thoughts and actions are living embodiments of a teacher’s success, the President said. She said...

September 5, 2026 11:33 AM

PM Modi Hails Teachers’ Contribution to Society, Pays Tribute to Dr. Radhakrishnan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today highlighted the significant contribution of teachers to society on the occasion of Teachers’ Day and paid homage to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan. The Prime Minister also shared glimpses of the interaction that took place when the winners of the National Teachers’ Awards were invited to 7, Lok Kalyan Marg (LKM), yesterday. In a post on X, PM Modi said: “#TeachersDay is about appreciating the strong contribution of teachers to our society. It is also a day to pa...

September 5, 2026 11:02 AM

Union Ministers extend Teachers’ Day greetings, hail educators for shaping India’s future

Union Ministers on Saturday extended warm greetings on Teachers’ Day, highlighting the crucial role of educators in shaping young minds, nurturing values and contributing to nation-building. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, “On Teachers’ Day, extending warm wishes to our teachers who have paved the path for India’s perpetual progress by leading generations of students on the quest for knowledge. Also, I bow to the philosopher and statesman Bharat Ratna Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ji...

September 5, 2026 10:19 AM

ICC Chairman Jay Shah extends Teachers’ Day greetings, thanks mentors for shaping generations

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah on Saturday extended Teachers’ Day greetings, expressing gratitude to teachers and mentors for their role in shaping minds and inspiring generations. Taking to social media platform X, Shah wrote, “Teachers shape not just minds, but the values, confidence and dreams that guide us through life. On Teachers’ Day, heartfelt gratitude to all the teachers and mentors who continue to inspire generations. Happy Teachers’ Day!” Teachers�...

September 5, 2026 9:56 AM

President Murmu Urges Teachers to Embrace Technology, Adopt Innovative Teaching Methods

President Droupadi Murmu has greeted teachers across the country on the eve of Teachers’ Day and urged them to continually update their knowledge, embrace technology, and adopt innovative teaching methods to better nurture talent and guide students towards excellence. In her message, the President said, “On the occasion of Teachers’ Day, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all our teachers across the country. Teachers’ Day is observed to mark the birth anniversary of the former President...

September 5, 2026 9:01 AM

On Teachers’ Day, PM Modi to Join SRCC Centenary Celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), University of Delhi, in the National Capital today. The celebrations, being held on Teachers’ Day, will also see PM Modi address the gathering on the occasion. SRCC, one of India’s premier institutions of higher education, is a distinguished centre of learning in the fields of Commerce, Economics and Management, according to a press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Off...

September 5, 2026 8:45 AM

President Murmu to honour 48 teachers with National Teachers Awards today

President Droupadi Murmu will confer the National Teachers Awards on 48 school teachers at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi today, September 5, as the nation celebrates Teachers’ Day. Short documentaries highlighting the exemplary work and achievements of each awardee will also be showcased during the event, providing insight into their contributions to school education and the impact they have made in the lives of their students. The Department of School Education and Literacy under the Ministry ...

August 24, 2026 4:40 PM

President Murmu to confer National Awards to 21 higher education and polytechnic teachers on Teachers’ Day

President Droupadi Murmu will confer the National Awards to Teachers (NAT) on 21 teachers and faculty members from higher education institutions (HEIs) and polytechnics at Vigyan Bhawan on September 5, Teachers' Day, the Ministry of Education said on Monday. The 2026 awardees include 12 teachers from central higher education institutions, five from state universities and colleges, and four faculty members from polytechnics. Among the five awardees from state institutions, three are from governm...