EDUCATION MINISTRY
IIT Kanpur rolls out free online exam prep platform for CUET
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has launched 'Sathee CUET', an online platform for students preparing for the Common University Entrance Test. Developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, it offers free educational resources including recorded lectures, live sessions, and practice questions. The platform uses AI-driven analytics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
Govt making efforts to recognise bright teachers adopting innovative methods: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted efforts to recognise innovative teachers and their role in preparing students for 'Viksit Bharat'. He encouraged award-winning teachers to engage students in learning about India's top tourist destinations and local folklore. Modi emphasised the impact of the National Education Policy and the importance of education in the mother tongue.
JNU students' march to Education Ministry stopped by police outside campus; 43 detained
A heavy deployment of police personnel with multiple layers of barricading was made outside the university to stop the students from stepping out of the campus. However, the students managed to march for half a kilometre outside the campus and were stopped by the police. A clash broke out as students tried to break the barricades.
JNU students take out march to education ministry, stopped by police outside campus
JNU students' union members marched to the Ministry of Education demanding increased scholarships but were blocked by police outside their campus, leading to clashes. The protest is part of a 13-day hunger strike beginning on August 11. Divisions exist within the student union about the strategy and scope of protests.
Over 65 lakh students failed class 10, 12 exams in 2023; higher failure rate in state boards: MoE
Over 65 lakh students nationwide did not pass class 10 and 12 board exams last year, with state boards showing a higher failure rate than the central board. An analysis of results from 59 school boards revealed more girls taking class 12 exams in government schools but fewer in private and government-aided schools. Student failure rates were significantly higher in state boards compared to the central board, impacting retention rates and Gross Enrolment Ratio at the higher secondary level.
Education Ministry steps in after IITs get GST notices
A host of academic institutions countrywide including IIT-D have been served show cause notice seeking explanation on non-payment of tax on funding support for research by GST authorities. Notices have been sent by the Directorate General of GST Intelligence for the period between 2017-2022.
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Let's twist with destiny tonight
The Soviet Union's Victory Day celebrations and American 4th of July celebrations can be compared to how we celebrate patriotism on August 15th. However, enforcing "Jai Hind" as a gesture may not be effective. Instead, consider making I-Day a giant party for all citizens, including children, to showcase happiness and pride.
IIT Madras secures top spot in NIRF ranking 2024
The Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, with IIT Madras topping the list for the sixth year in a row and IISc Bengaluru as the best university. IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta lead in the management category. The framework assesses institutions based on teaching, research, outcomes, inclusivity, and perception. This year, three new categories were added, totaling 16, with over 10,000 institutions participating.
Third Eye: Praise is the highway, leaving nothing to chance, neural oscillations
In the Lok Sabha, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari received praise from Opposition members, who expressed they had missed him during his recent absence due to a PM-assigned visit to Iran. Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad commended Gadkari's work ethic.
Youths' future reduced to mere 'revenue-raising' exercise by Centre, alleges Congress, slams NTA
In an answer to the Rajya Sabha, the Union MoS for Education revealed that the NTA collected an estimated Rs 3,512.98 crore, while it spent Rs 3,064.77 crore on the conduct of examinations. "It therefore netted a profit of Rs 448 crore in the last six years," he pointed out.
Delhi LG sets up panel to address concerns on coaching centres
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has formed a committee, chaired by the chief secretary, to create guidelines addressing various issues related to coaching centres. The panel will tackle exorbitant rentals, fire clearances, and local infrastructure, aiming to establish a safer and more organized educational environment.
Education ministry notifies guidelines for bagless days for classes 6-8
The Union education ministry has notified guidelines for implementing bagless days for classes 6-8 to make learning in schools more enjoyable and stress-free. These guidelines, developed by the PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education, were released on the fourth anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Scrap NEET, reinstate 'old system', says Mayawati
Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati called for scrapping the NEET, citing irregularities and mental distress for candidates. Opposition parties criticized the BJP-led government for alleged malpractices in the exam. The Supreme Court dismissed pleas for re-test, saying there was no evidence of systemic breach.
Education Ministry greenlights IIM-Guwahati courses starting next academic year, says Assam CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that IIM-Guwahati will start courses from the next academic year following consent from the Union Education Ministry. Sarma held fruitful meetings with Union ministers on various issues, including education, environment, power, and finance. Key outcomes include assurances on royalty settlements from hydro-carbon industries, support for Assam’s Teacher Training Institute, technical education, and climate change mitigation efforts. The discussions also covered enhancing Assam's energy security, developing urban wetlands, and leveraging central schemes to boost the state’s infrastructure and economic resilience.
NTA postponed 16 exams since 2018; COVID, logistics among reasons: Education Ministry in LS
Since 2018, NTA postponed 16 exams, including JEE-Main, NEET-UG, and UGC-NET, largely due to COVID-19. Conducting 240 exams involving 5.4 crore students, delays in 2020-2024 also affected DUET and CMAT. IGNOU PhD Entrance and National Common Entrance Test were deferred due to technical and logistical issues, Minister Sukanta Majumdar shared in Lok Sabha, responding to DMK MP Karunanidhi.
UGC launches project to develop 22,000 books in Indian languages
The Ministry of Education and UGC initiated ASMITA to produce 22,000 books in 22 Indian languages within five years. With the collaboration of Sanjay Murthy, Jagadesh Kumar, 13 nodal universities, Bharatiya Bhasha Samiti, and CIIL, the project aims to promote Indian languages. The SOP covers nodal officer identification, manuscript review, plagiarism check, proof-reading, designing, and e-publication.
FCRA licence of Centre for Education and Communication cancelled
The MHA had on June 29 given further extension of three months to NGOs whose FCRA registration was pending till September 30, 2024. Email queries sent to the CEC on July 8 remained unanswered. However, representatives from the NGOs told ET that the licence has been cancelled on arbitrary grounds and that they will take up the matter with authorities.
Education Ministry reviews guidelines for implementation of bagless days in schools
The Ministry of Education reviewed NCERT guidelines for implementing bagless days in schools, aiming to make learning more experiential and stress-free. Suggestions include teaching students about local ecology, testing water purity, and visiting local monuments. The PSSCIVE will fine-tune its guidelines based on the review. The National Education Policy recommends a 10-day bagless period for grades 6-8, focusing on skill-building and engaging activities outside traditional classrooms.
Development of Class-6 textbooks in final phase, to be available soon: Education ministry
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviewed the development of school textbooks in accordance with the New Curriculum Framework (NCF) at a meeting. The National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT) announced new textbooks for Classes 3 and 6 from the 2024-25 academic session.
Over 50 successful NEET-UG candidates move SC for direction against any move to cancel exam
Over 50 Gujarat-based NEET-UG candidates have filed a fresh plea with the Supreme Court, requesting a direction to prevent the Centre and the National Testing Agency from cancelling the controversial exam. The plea also seeks a direction to the Union Education Ministry to investigate and take strict action against students who engaged in unfair practices such as paper leaks and impersonation.
Go back to schools to root out NEET-type malaise
The high-powered committee on entrance exam reforms, set up following the NEET-UG fiasco, is learnt to have received several of these inputs. Academics, experts and officials associated with the education ministry over the years have highlighted the urgent need to restore the primacy of school-level teaching and learning and for more 'distributed' school-level weightage in entrance exams.
Education ministry sets up high level panel led by former ISRO chairman Dr. K. Radhakrishnan to oversee NTA ops
The Ministry of Education has constituted a high-level committee led by former ISRO chairman Dr. K. Radhakrishnan to address issues with the National Testing Agency (NTA) due to lapses in multiple examinations, focusing on reforming the examination process and improving data security protocols.
CBI team probing UGC-NET case allegedly attacked in Bihar's Nawada, 4 arrested: Officials
A CBI team investigating alleged irregularities in the UGC-NET examination was attacked by locals in Bihar's Nawada, leading to four arrests. The incident occurred when the CBI team was visiting Kasiadeeh village. An FIR was filed against the accused on charges of causing disruption in government work and assault.
Education ministry to initiate talks with health ministry over reforming format, structure of NEET
The move comes with the NEET-UG 2024 exam, which saw nearly 2.4 million participants, facing allegations of question paper leaks and grace marks being awarded to over 1,500 students. The results, announced on June 4, triggered protests and legal actions. Senior officials confirmed to ET that learning from the experience, such an effort is being initiated to minimise any vulnerabilities in the exam process.
NEET paper leak row: Education Ministry seeks report from Bihar police's Economic Offences Unit
Education Ministry orders Bihar police's Economic Offences Unit to report on grace marks issue in NEET-UG Exam-2024, addressing irregularities in Patna. Government to take action post report, committed to exam sanctity and student interests.
UGC NET cancelled as 'integrity compromised'; CBI to probe
The education ministry cancelled the UGC NET exam nationwide due to possible compromise. The Central Bureau of Investigation will investigate the case.
Centre to re-examine NEET-UG results amid concerns raised by students, Opposition
Saturday's announcement comes amid uproar from students and the country's political opposition alleging irregularities in the evaluation process. Pradeep Kumar Joshi, the NTA's Chairperson received a letter from the Indian Medical Association requesting a re-examination "to ensure a fair and transparent evaluation process for all the students." The IMA also demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the alleged irregularities.
India's findings in research on Arctic, Antarctica and Himalayas may soon be part of NCERT textbooks
India's research on Arctic, Antarctic and the Himalayas may be included in NCERT textbooks. The NCERT has set up a committee to incorporate recent research developments on the regions, aiming to update content that has remained unchanged for a long time. The new research results could be in textbooks by 2026.
Education Ministry asks NCERT to review, update textbooks on yearly basis
The Ministry of Education has instructed the NCERT to review and update its textbooks annually to ensure they remain current in the rapidly evolving world. While there's no official mandate regarding the frequency of updates, the move aims to keep pace with changing educational needs. The NCERT is currently developing textbooks based on the New Curriculum Framework announced last year, with plans to complete the process for all classes by 2026.
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