Dharmendra Pradhan
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'Taking the best of India to the world': Dharmendra Pradhan at launch of IIM Ahmedabad Dubai campus
India | Sep 11, 2025, 07:18 PM ISTThe Ministry of Education had earlier informed on Tuesday that Education Minister Pradhan would be visiting the UAE from September 10 to 11. The purpose of this visit is to deepen cooperation between the two countries.
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Dharmendra Pradhan visits IIT Delhi-Abu Dhabi campus in UAE, discusses cooperation in education
Education | Sep 10, 2025, 07:22 PM ISTPradhan held a meeting with Sara Musallam, Chairperson of the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). He expressed gratitude to Musallam and ADEK for their cooperation in establishing the IIT Delhi Abu Dhabi campus.
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Dharmendra Pradhan embarks on two-day UAE visit, to inaugurate IIM campus, other projects
India | Sep 09, 2025, 07:52 PM ISTDuring this visit, he will engage with top UAE leaders, ministers, policymakers, academicians and representatives from both Indian and UAE institutions. The discussions will focus on expanding cooperation in education, innovation and knowledge exchange.
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Number of school teachers crossed 1 crore mark for first time in 2024–25: Ministry of Education
Education | Aug 28, 2025, 05:53 PM ISTThe Ministry of Education said the student retention rate in schools, Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) increased during 2024-25 session. In the report, the ministry said school dropout rates saw notable reduction during 2024-25 across preparatory, middle and secondary levels.
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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says education sector key in achieving 'Viksit Bharat' goal
India | Jul 10, 2025, 08:01 PM ISTWhen we are envisioning an Indian model of a developed nation, at such a time, the greatest responsibility lies with the education sector, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said.
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QS World University Rankings: PM Modi hails milestone as India achieves record-breaking performance
Education | Jun 19, 2025, 04:49 PM ISTQS World University Rankings 2026: Echoing Prime Minister Modi's remarks, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan underscored the significant expansion of India's presence in global higher education rankings.
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'Congress paints itself victim after losing elections': Dharmendra Pradhan slams Rahul's claims
India | Jun 07, 2025, 03:30 PM ISTThe response follows Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s op-ed in the Indian Express, which sparked a political storm after he accused the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) of orchestrating a "match-fixing" operation in the Maharashtra elections.
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Dharmendra Pradhan slams Rahul Gandhi, calls Congress 'brand ambassador of lies' over NFS row
India | May 27, 2025, 05:02 PM ISTUnion Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan strongly rebutted Rahul Gandhi's allegations over faculty recruitment under reserved categories, accusing the Congress party of historical betrayal of SC, ST, and OBC communities.
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Punjab Speaker flags errors in NCERT's Punjabi textbook, demands immediate review
India | Mar 18, 2025, 06:38 AM ISTPunjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan pointed out significant spelling mistakes and factual inaccuracies in the book 'Punjabi Primer'.
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PM Modi pays tribute to Debendra Pradhan: Know all about veteran politician
India | Mar 17, 2025, 02:09 PM ISTDr. Debendra Pradhan, a doctor by profession, had served as the Minister of State for Surface Transport and Agriculture in NDA government led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee from 1999 to 2001.
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Bihar girl’s dream to become doctor gets wings after viral video, Union education minister steps in
India | Mar 16, 2025, 06:31 PM ISTA young girl from Bihar, Khushboo Kumari, who was denied the chance to study science despite scoring 399 out of 500 in her Class 10 exams, received support from Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after her emotional video went viral.
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DMK MPs stage protest in Parliament complex against NEP, demand apology from Dharmendra Pradhan
Delhi | Mar 11, 2025, 09:04 PM ISTThe Tamil Nadu government and the Centre have been at loggerheads over implementation of the new National Education Policy and three-language formula proposed in the policy.
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Dharmendra Pradhan refutes MK Stalin's allegations on PM-SHRI Schools, shares consent letter
India | Mar 11, 2025, 09:29 PM ISTOn Monday, while replying to a question on the PM SHRI scheme in the Lok Sabha, Pradhan said the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government has changed its stand on implementing the centrally-sponsored scheme which envisaged strengthening the schools managed by central, state or local bodies.
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Dharmendra Pradhan on three-language row: 'World discussing multilingualism, where are we trapped?'
India | Mar 11, 2025, 07:48 PM ISTOn Monday, Pradhan accused DMK of "ruining the future of the students" amid the row over three-language formula. His statement triggered uproar in Rajya Sabha which was raised today with the opposition demanding Pradhan's resignation.
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Rahul Gandhi demands discussion on voter list discrepancies in Lok Sabha | 10 March | Speed News
Originals | Mar 10, 2025, 07:12 PM ISTRahul Gandhi demands discussion on voter list discrepancies in Lok Sabha. Dharmendra Pradhan criticizes DMK over NEP, language row, claims lack of student commitment. Justice Bagchi appointed Supreme Court Judge, set to become Chief Justice in 2031. Get all the latest update in today's Speed News.
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Dharmendra Pradhan slams DMK over NEP and language row: 'They are not committed to students...'
India | Mar 10, 2025, 03:29 PM ISTPradhan accused the DMK of being "dishonest" and "politically motivated," claiming the party is endangering the future of Tamil Nadu's students by opposing the New Education Policy. He alleged that instead of focusing on educational advancement, the DMK was engaging in disruptive politics.
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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan holds discussions with European Commission Vice President
World | Feb 28, 2025, 11:58 AM ISTDharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, held discussions with EU Vice President Roxana Minzatu. The minister expressed confidence that the meeting will pave the way for significant strides in India-EU relations.
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India TV Speed News Education Conclave: Stalin is opposing NEP because of politics, says Pradhan
Education | Feb 27, 2025, 08:35 PM ISTIndia TV Speed News Education Conclave: The Union Education Minister said that even in bordering areas of Tamil Nadu, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada are being taught in schools.
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India TV Speed News Education Conclave: NEP doesn't impose Hindi, says Dharmendra Pradhan
Education | Feb 27, 2025, 07:55 PM ISTTo a question of whether the NEP imposes Hindi on any state, Pradhan said there is no such provision in the NEP and noted that many countries, such as Japan, Israel, and China, are encouraging innovation and research in their mother tongue so that the students can develop critical thinking.
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Dharmendra Pradhan writes to Stalin regarding his letter to PM on NEP 2020: 'Rise above politics'
Education | Feb 21, 2025, 01:55 PM ISTIn a letter to Stalin, Pradhan said the Tamil Nadu CM should think about the interests of young learners who will benefit from the new National Education Policy.