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Mar 26, 2025

Gujarat, Punjab Lead with Three Languages Taught in 95% Schools

Gujarat and Punjab top the list of states in implementing the three-language policy, with over 95% of schools teaching three languages, according to data shared by Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary in Parliament.
While 97.6% of schools in Gujarat teach three languages, this figure is 96.2% in Punjab, followed by 89.2% in Sikkim, the data showed. Gujarat has made the learning of Gujarati mandatory in schools, while Punjab has made Punjabi mandatory.
The national figure is 61.6%, the data showed.

Ministry of Education Launches "Baalpan ki Kavita Initiative: Restoring Bhartiya Rhymes/Poems for...

The National Education Policy (NEP), 2020 emphasises the critical importance of universal and high-quality Early Childhood Education along with the power of multilingualism and the importance of including children's languages in primary education. To fulfil the vision of NEP 2020, the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSE&L), Ministry of Education has launched "Baalpan ki Kavita initiative: Restoring Bhartiya rhymes/poems for young children" for preparing a compendium of nursery rhymes/poems in all Bhartiya Bhasha and also in English, focusing on content relevant to the Indian context. The purpose of this initiative is that the young children can have better learning at the Foundational stage by becoming familiar with the world around them through easily understandable and joyful poems and rhymes, in their mother tongue.

Mar 25, 2025

IIT Bombay Launches e-PG Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay announced the launch of its e-Postgraduate Diploma (ePGD) in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), an online program designed to enhance the technical expertise of professionals and graduates in the field.
This ePGD has an in-depth curriculum comprising six courses, covering areas such as Advanced Programming, Computing Systems, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML). This ePGD will culminate with a graduation ceremony on campus, where alumni status will be conferred upon candidates successfully completing the course.

Georgia National University to Set up Varsity in Andhra

Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh said that Georgia National University (GNU) has signed an agreement with the state government to establish a varsity in North Andhra region at an outlay of Rs. 1,300 crore.
The Education Minister highlighted that this partnership would elevate education standards to a global level, calling it a "big leap" for higher education in the state.

Operations Kayakalp, Student-Teacher Ratio: UP Govt's Education Plan

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to ensure that no school in the state is without teachers. Chairing a review meeting of the Basic Education Department at his official residence in Lucknow, Adityanath said that the government's treasury is the public's money, and the government has no shortage of funds for quality education.
Emphasising the need to improve the teacher-student ratio in all districts and development blocks, he asserted that the government is committed to ensuring quality education for children under all circumstances and to achieve this, the state government is implementing Operation Kayakalp with inter-departmental coordination, focusing on 19 key parameters.

Mar 24, 2025

IP University Launches PG Diploma Programme in Bioinformatics

The Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University has announced a new programme, the PG Diploma in Bioinformatics, from the new academic session.
This programme is available at the Centre of Excellence in Pharmaceutical Sciences (CEPS) located at the University's Dwarka campus. There are 20 seats available in this one-year programme.
Students who have completed BCA, MBBS, BSc, B.Tech (Biotech), etc. can apply for this programme.

Amitabh Kant Appointed as NIIT University Chancellor

NIIT University (NU) appointed Amitabh Kant, former NITI Aayog CEO and India's G20 Sherpa, as its new Chancellor (Chairperson). His appointment signals a strategic leadership transition, bringing extensive experience in economic transformation, policy-making, and technology-driven innovation. Kant succeeded K. Kasturirangan, whose tenure significantly contributed to NU's growth and reputation. With a strong emphasis on industry-aligned education and skilling, NU aims to strengthen its commitment to preparing future-ready professionals under Kant's leadership.

"Hack the Future" Hackathon at IIT Gandhinagar Organised by NSO, India Successfully Concludes

National Statistical Office (NSO), India in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), successfully concluded its 36-hour hackathon titled "Hack the Future" at the IITGN campus.
The event witnessed participation from 18 teams representing prestigious academic institutions across India which included IITs, NITs, IIITs etc. Participants tackled three innovative challenges presented to them with guidance given by mentors from the Ministry and the institute. A five jury members comprising experts from industry, academia, and the Ministry evaluated the final solutions.

Mar 23, 2025

Maharashtra to Implement CBSE-based Curriculum under NEP 2020 in State Schools

Maharashtra's Steering Committee approved the adoption of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum framework for schools in the state from class three to twelve, from the academic year 2025-26. The decision, made by School Education Minister Dada Bhuse in a written response to the Legislative Council, is to standardise education in the state and bring it in line with national standards under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
The shift will be done in phases, and the first phase will begin with Classes 1, 3, 5, 8, and 11.

Mar 20, 2025

New Zealand Government Announces Scholarship with IIT Delhi, Signs Several New MoUs

In a move to strengthen educational ties, New Zealand's Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, announced a NZ$260,000 scholarship package under the New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA) 2025. This initiative aims to support Indian students pursuing higher education in New Zealand.
Expanding on collaborative efforts, a Virtual Internship Programme has been introduced, offering 30 IIT Delhi students the chance to intern remotely with New Zealand companies. This programme provides practical industry experience and insights into New Zealand's innovative work culture.
Several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between institutes of India and New Zealand to further academic collaboration:
University of Auckland and Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
University of Auckland and IIT Kharagpur
University of Auckland and Tech Mahindra
University of Waikato and Bennet University
Whitecliffe and National Institute of Design (NID)
Whitecliffe and National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)

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