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  Rajasthan minister warns action against Jaipur's Neerja Modi School in 6th class student death probe

  Rajasthan | November 03, 2025 0:38 IST

  Jaipur school girl death: Both the Rajasthan Education Department and the CBSE have initiated independent inquiries into the child’s death. The outcomes of these investigations will shape the government’s decisions regarding the school’s functioning and accreditation.

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  Jharkhand Education Min Ramdas Soren suffers brain injury, to be airlifted to Delhi for treatment

  India | August 02, 2025 14:16 IST

  State Health Minister Irfan Ansari confirmed that with the rapid worsening of Ramdas Soren’s condition, preparations are being made to airlift him to Delhi. The transfer aims to provide him with advanced medical care necessary for his brain injury and related complications.

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  DMK MPs stage protest in Parliament complex against NEP, demand apology from Dharmendra Pradhan

  Delhi | March 11, 2025 21:04 IST

  The 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 on three-language row: 'World discussing multilingualism, where are we trapped?'

  India | March 11, 2025 19:48 IST

  On 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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  Nitesh Rane writes to Maharashtra education minister, seeks burqa ban for Class 10, 12 board exams

  Maharashtra | January 29, 2025 19:18 IST

  Nitesh Rane said that the Maharashtra government will not tolerate appeasement politics and all students will have to write their examination papers in the same way. He said that those want to wear burqa can wear it in their homes but not examination hall.

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  NCERT textbooks for classes 9-12 as per new curriculum to be ready by 2026-27, says Pradhan

  Education | December 17, 2024 16:13 IST

  Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has announced that the updated version of NCERT textbooks will be released by 2026-27.

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  WATCH VIDEO: Haryana education minister dance on Punjabi song goes viral

  Haryana | December 08, 2024 13:03 IST

  Haryana: Mahipal Dhanda performed on a very popular Punjabi song 'Koi keel sapera le juga ni naag' by artist Jazzy B. The video which is going viral is from a wedding function of Mahipal Dhanda's brother-in-law.

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  PM Vidyalaxmi: Students with family income of upto Rs 8 lakh to get education loans upto Rs 10 lakh

  Education | November 06, 2024 16:25 IST

  The Education Minister has announced details of the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme on his X handle. Under this scheme, students with an annual family income of up to Rs. 8 lakh will be eligible for a 3% interest subsidy on education loans of up to Rs. 10 lakh.

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  Bagless days for classes 6-8, Education Ministry notifies guidelines

  Education | July 29, 2024 23:09 IST

  The Education Ministry said that Every student will take a fun course during classes 6-8 that gives a survey and hands-on experience of a sampling of important vocational crafts such as carpentry, electric work, and metal work among others.

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  Dharmendra Pradhan, after SC ruling on NEET-UG, targets Rahul Gandhi, says 'he should apologise'

  India | July 24, 2024 6:57 IST

  Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday led the Opposition attack on the government over the exam paper leak issue in the Lok Sabha, saying there is a very serious problem in the country's exam system and that Pradhan has blamed everybody except himself for it.

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  NEET-PG 2024: 'Fresh date for exam to be announced within two days', says Dharmendra Pradhan

  India | June 29, 2024 20:10 IST

  NEET-PG 2024 exam: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan had said the question paper was leaked on darknet and circulated on the Telegram app. The matter is being probed by the CBI.

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  Opposition plans to bring adjournment motions on NEET issue in both Houses of Parliament

  India | June 28, 2024 7:29 IST

  As the nation is witnessing widespread protests over alleged irregularities in the conduct of the National Entrance-cum-Eligibility Test (NEET) by the National Testing Agency, the opposition is set to raise the issue in Parliament on Friday.

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  NEET-UG row: NTA's accountability will be fixed if lapses found, assures Dharmendra Pradhan

  India | June 14, 2024 18:18 IST

  The Centre has told the Supreme Court that the decision to give grace marks to 1,563 NEET-UG 2024 candidates for admission to MBBS, BDS and other courses has been cancelled and they will be given an option to take a re-test on June 23.

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  'Youths wait to hear tips from PM Modi...': Dharmendra Pradhan on 'Pariksha pe Charcha'

  India | January 29, 2024 7:52 IST

  'Pariksha Pe Charcha' is a part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's larger exam worrier's movement. This initiative aims to create a stress-free atmosphere for youngsters.

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  SHOCKING! Students forced to clean toilet in Karnataka's Shivamogga, school principal suspended

  Karnataka | December 28, 2023 18:50 IST

  Karnataka news: According to officials, the incident took place on Saturday at a government-run school in Bhadravati taluk of Shivamogga district where students of class six were allegedly asked to clean toilets.

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  IITs, IIMs advised to become multi-disciplinary: Union Education Minister

  Education | November 27, 2023 11:34 IST

  Pradhan said that in 2036, when Odisha will celebrate the centenary of its formation, and in 2047, when the country will celebrate the centenary of India's independence, the ORC will prepare a roadmap for the development of Odisha and Odia language.

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  Appearing for Class 10, 12 Board Exams twice a year will not be mandatory, says Education Minister

  Education | October 08, 2023 15:27 IST

  Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has made a big statement regarding the class 10th and 12th board exams. He said that it would not be mandatory to appear in the 10th and 12th board exams twice a year.

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  Afghanistan: Women must accept 'man's world' as they are not equal, says Taliban education minister

  World | October 01, 2023 19:05 IST

  Neda Mohammad Nadim remarked that a male is "the ruler" and he has the authority that should be accepted by women. He said that despite efforts of the West towards gender equality, men and women are fundamentally unequal.

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  G20 declaration renews global resolve on equitable future through education: Dharmendra Pradhan

  Education | September 12, 2023 0:06 IST

  The G20 Declaration has renewed the global resolve to work for an equitable and sustainable future through education and has provided a roadmap for it, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Monday.

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  Good News! 'NCERT to become deemed university', students can apply for bachelors, PG and PHD

  Education | September 01, 2023 18:48 IST

  The Minister made this announcement during his address on the 63rd Foundation Day of NCERT.