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Yogi Adityanath writes to HRD minister urging him to establish IISER in Uttar Pradesh

Adityanath has said the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) has been providing inter-disciplinary education and in order to promote science education, the Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry has established seven such institutes in the country.

Centre extends deadline for suggestions on draft education policy till July 31

The information was given by Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank', while in Rajya Sabha on Thursday. The draft NEP has been put in the public domain from May 31.

HRD Ministry rules out introduction of breakfast in mid-day meals scheme

The information was shared by HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' in response to a written question in Rajya Sabha on whether a plan is under consideration for introducing breakfasts in mid-day meals.

Self-defence training provided to girls: HRD minister

The ministry provides Rs 3,000 per month for a period of three months per government-run school for the self-defence training and inculcating life skills among girls.

3-language formula proposes flexibility regarding choice of languages: HRD minister

The draft National Education Policy report on the three-language formula proposes for flexibility regarding the choice of language, Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank said Monday. 

Over 800 posts of teachers vacant in Sanskrit universities: HRD minister

Ramesh Pokhriyal said the government has launched a special drive to fill up vacancies and is currently engaging guest and part time faculty to meet the shortage.

HRD min wants Centre for talented children at National Bal Bhavan

HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' Thursday asked the Department of School Education and Literacy to set up a 'centre for talented children' at the National Bal Bhavan.  

Prepare action plan for integrated development of Indian languages: HRD minister asks officials

HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' Tuesday directed ministry officials to prepare an action plan on developing various Indian languages in an integrated manner.

After EC nod, HRD ministry appoints VCs to 3 varsities

The three universities are Jamia Millia Islamia, Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Motihari and Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya in Wardha.

Reservation roster: Prakash Javadekar assures action on Thursday

Earlier in the day, Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar assured that the Centre will consider its commitment to restore the reservation roster in educational institutions and there was "no need" for any agitation.

HRD Ministry approves norms against plagiarism: Teachers to lose jobs, students their registrations

Teachers whose academic and research papers have similarities ranging from 10 to 40% with other papers will be asked to withdraw the manuscript.

'No-detention policy to go from next academic session'

CBSE likely to revive class 10 board exam from 2018: Report

The Central Board of Secondary Education is set to revive Class 10 board exam from 2018, with HRD minister Prakash Javadekar likely to make the crucial announcement on October 25. Earlier, CBSE chairman Rajesh Chaturvedi

HRD seeks President's nod to probe AMU, Allahabad Univ V-Cs

Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javdekar is seeking President's consent to launch an inquiry against current Vice-chacenllors of Aligarh Muslim University and Allahabad University into allegations involving financial, administrative and a

India's education system should inspire innovation, says HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar

New Delhi: Newly appointed Union Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar today said that the Indian education system should inspire people for innovation. "Innovation is the key to the country's development. Therefore, our education sys

Smriti Irani’s 1996 BA documents yet to be found: DU to court

New Delhi: The Delhi University on Tuesday told a court here that the documents pertaining to Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani’s BA course in 1996, as purportedly mentioned by her in an affidavit filed during

'Rohith Vemula was not denied fellowship money'

New Delhi: HRD Minister Smriti Irani today dismissed  BSP president Mayawati's allegations that Hyderbard University scholar Rohith Vemula was denied fellowship moneyShe further rejected Mayawati's claim that no member of Dalit community has been included

Doctor contradicts Smriti Irani's claim over Rohith Vemula's death

Hyderabad: The doctor at the University of Hyderabad health centre has rejected the claim of HRD minister Smriti Irani over Rohith Vemula's death.Irani lashed out at opposition by saying, “no doctor was allowed near the

JNU row: Nation will not tolerate insult to mother India, says Smriti Irani

New Delhi: Denouncing the protest march in JNU against the hanging of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, HRD Minister Smriti Irani today said the nation will never tolerate "insult" to mother India."I want to say

CBSE books to be made available online for free

New Delhi: All CBSE books and learning material will be made available online for free as part of the Centre's good governance efforts, HRD Minister Smriti Irani said here today.At a function organised at a