Education
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05 Apr 2020
Government unveils aggressive containment plan to tackle coronavirus outbreak
Halfway through the 21-day nationwide lockdown which bought India some time to limit infections due to the novel coronavirus, the government unveiled a document detailing a containment plan.
27 Mar 2020
Coronavirus: UNICEF to help school students in India continue studies
The coronavirus outbreak has disrupted the education of as many as 80% of school students worldwide.
22 Mar 2020
4 apps to help your kids learn during coronavirus crisis
The surge in coronavirus cases in India has prompted everyone to stay home, in quarantine.
13 Jan 2020
#CBSE2020: How can Class-10 students overcome fear of Mathematics?
Mathematics is a challenging subject and can be a nightmare for many Class-10 students, who are scared of the subject as it involves a vast syllabus, formulae, and concepts.
30 Dec 2019
#CareerBytes: How to select the best MBA college?
Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the most sought-after post-graduate courses in the country.
25 Dec 2019
#CBSE2020: Five habits of CBSE toppers every student should follow
CBSE board exam preparation can be a stressful time for many students. Despite studying hard, some of them struggle to get good marks.
21 Nov 2019
Chhattisgarh reopens 26 schools in Maoist-hit Bastar after 14 years
Over the past month, the Chhattisgarh government has reopened 26 schools in the Bijapur district after 14 years, a report citing state government officials stated on Thursday.
14 Oct 2019
#CareerBytes: 8 top mobile apps for CLAT entrance preparation
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the gateway to admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by 21 prestigious National Law Universities in India.
08 Oct 2019
Centre asks IITs to open wellness centers to prevent suicides
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have long been the academic dream. However, getting into the country's most coveted institute is as tough as it is stressful, as aspirants go through back-breaking preparation to crack JEE Advanced.
05 Sep 2019
Why is Teachers' Day celebrated; when was it first observed
Across the globe, Teachers' Day is celebrated on different dates. Internationally, teachers are commemorated on World Teachers' Day on October 5.
03 Sep 2019
Why is Teachers' Day celebrated; when was it first observed
Across the globe, Teachers' Day is celebrated on different dates. Internationally, teachers are commemorated on World Teachers' Day on October 5.
28 Aug 2019
This samosa-seller has cracked CA exam, after 5 failed attempts
A 27-year-old Odisha man, who supported his family by running a fried-food cart, has cleared the CA Final 2019 examination, one of the most difficult professional tests.
28 Aug 2019
TN government launches TV channel for students preparing for JEE
In a bid to promote and boost education among all, the Tamil Nadu government launched an exclusive educational television channel called Kalvi Tholaikkaatchi (Education TV).
23 Aug 2019
This Commissioner mentored aspirants for 'Police Forces' exam over WhatsApp
For five years, Rachakonda Police Commissioner Mahesh Muralidhar Bhagwat has been going beyond the call of duty to coach civil services aspirants.
20 Aug 2019
CBSE issues new rules for registration of Class IX/XI students
In an attempt to streamline all-examination related processes, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has advanced the process of registration for students of Classes IX and XI, who are set to appear in the 2021 board examinations.
18 Aug 2019
How this hearing impaired woman cleared UPSC in first attempt
The Union Public Service Commission exams are as feared as they are admired. However, Indian Administrative Service officer Saumya Sharma cleared the exam in her first attempt despite her hearing disability and a viral fever on the day of the exam.
15 Aug 2019
Delhi 'university' declared fake claims these actors are alumni
Each year, the University Grants Commission releases a list of fake universities across India. Out of the 23 fake universities- which are "self-styled, unrecognized institutions functioning in contravention of the UGC Act"- 14 have been on the list since 2005.
13 Aug 2019
DU college offers happiness course; toppers to train in Europe
Following the footsteps of Delhi government's happiness curriculum for its government schools, Ramanujan College, which is under University of Delhi, is all set to teach its first batch of happiness classes.
12 Aug 2019
'Project 100 Kalam' to offer free coaching for IIT, NEET
The success of Anand Kumar's Super 30 program, which coaches 30 underprivileged students for IIT-JEE, is widely known.
12 Aug 2019
CBSE doubles exam fee for general; 24 times for SC/ST
In what might come as a jolt to students and parents, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has increased the fees of Class X and Class XII board examinations.
07 Aug 2019
Biomedical engineering paper to be introduced in GATE next year
A new paper on biomedical engineering (BME) will be introduced in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) from next year.
04 Aug 2019
IIT-M/Kgp, DU, BHU among 20 to be awarded 'Institutes-of-Eminence' tag
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recommended 20 institutions, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) of Madras and Kharagpur, University of Hyderabad, Benaras Hindu University, University of Delhi, to be granted the Institute of Eminence (IoE) tag.
02 Aug 2019
Over past 2 years, 2,500 students drop out of IITs
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are among the most coveted institutes in India.
29 Jul 2019
Five important things to consider before taking an education loan
With education becoming expensive and the cost of higher education skyrocketing, both in India and abroad, education loans have become a necessity today.
28 Jul 2019
#CareerBytes: Top online courses to pursue to land IT jobs
Working in the field of information technology (IT) is one of the most popular career choices among youngsters as it is quite rewarding.
19 Jul 2019
IIT-Madras will soon start offering a five-year B.Tech+MBA course
A B.Tech and an MBA in India is like fries and ketchup: You can have one without the other, but people will look at you like you are some kind of lunatic. They shouldn't, but they will.
16 Jul 2019
Amazon ventures into ed-tech, launches app for IIT JEE preparation
After launching an online marketplace and content streaming platform, Amazon is venturing into the ed-tech space to expand its footprint in India.
16 Jul 2019
#CareerBytes: 8 top mobile apps for CLAT entrance preparation
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the gateway to admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by 21 prestigious National Law Universities in India.
27 Jun 2019
JEE Advanced topper cracked NTSE, KVPY; is a published author
As the results of the JEE Advanced 2019 were declared on June 14, Sonipat-resident Manan Agarwal emerged as Haryana's state topper, with an all-India rank of 14 (score 302/372).
26 Jun 2019
Six Bollywood celebrities who have strong educational background
Bollywood is a place where people have to start young to become a star eventually. In this process, pursuing education often takes a backseat.
17 Jun 2019
JEE 2019: Check registration and IIT seat allotment schedule here
The candidates who have cleared the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2019 exam need to register at the official website of Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for counselling and seat allocation.
10 Jun 2019
Once a teaseller, Odisha man helps underprivileged students crack NEET
Results of the coveted National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2019 came out last week and almost 8 lakh candidates cleared the medical entrance exam.
05 Jun 2019
Explained: What is the controversy around Hindi 'imposition'?
Who would have thought that languages, of which there is no dearth in India, would become BJP 2.0's first controversy?
04 Jun 2019
Let's dissect the trailer of Hrithik Roshan's 'Super 30'
The much-awaited official trailer of Hrithik Roshan-starrer Super 30 was released today.
04 Jun 2019
Student-intake in DU increases by 10%, hostel accommodation remains unchanged
On account of implementation of the newly-introduced Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) quota, the Delhi University is set to expand its student intake by as much as 10%, this coming academic session.
28 May 2019
Kerala: Student-teacher team creates affordable sanitary-pads from world's worst water-weed
A student-teacher team from AKMHS School in Kerala's Kottoor has created low-cost sanitary napkins from water hyacinth, also called the world's worst water weed.
26 May 2019
Most-educated politicians who will be part of 17th Lok Sabha
The newly elected 17th Lok Sabha is different in many ways; it will not only be a younger and more gender-balanced House, but also a more educated one.
03 May 2019
#CareerBytes: 5 best educational apps for Class 12 students
The Class 12 Board Examinations are crucial as they play an important role in shaping a student's career and future.
29 Apr 2019
Now, Lego offers braille bricks for blind kids: Details here
In an outstanding move, the Lego Group has announced 'Lego braille bricks' - a new version of its famous construction toys.
26 Apr 2019
How Artificial Intelligence is transforming the field of education
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the world. Today, AI is everywhere and is being integrated into various fields like healthcare, banking, transport, defense, and also education among others.
