Actor R. Madhavan has come under criticism on social media after a section of students from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) questioned his silence over ongoing student-led protests linked to the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and broader concerns surrounding education and public accountability. The criticism emerged after members of the...
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has strongly criticized the police response to students protesting at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, describing the alleged use of force against demonstrators as deeply disturbing. His remarks came after videos and reports emerged showing police personnel attempting to disperse students participating in a protest linked to the Chhatra Jan Panchayat (CJP), triggering...
Punjab’s push to promote entrepreneurship among young people has recorded a significant first-year outcome, with more than 20,000 student-led business ventures collectively generating nearly ₹90 crore in revenue during the 2025-26 academic session. The state government said the results came under its “Business Class” initiative, a programme designed to introduce students to practical entrepreneurship and...
A tragic accident at a madrasa in Rajasthan claimed the life of a child and left 12 others injured after a septic tank collapsed beneath a group of students during a school-related activity. The incident has once again raised serious concerns about the structural safety of educational institutions and the maintenance of aging infrastructure used...
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to transforming the state into one of India’s leading performers across multiple sectors, stating that the journey toward making Punjab “number one” will continue with the unwavering support and trust of its people. Addressing a public gathering, the Chief Minister said that the state government...
A tragic incident involving the death of a Class 10 student in Bengaluru has sparked serious concerns over student welfare, school discipline, and mental health. The student’s family has accused the school administration of subjecting the teenager to repeated harassment and humiliation, claiming that the alleged treatment caused severe emotional distress that ultimately led to...
A heartbreaking incident involving the death of a Class 4 student in Jaipur has sparked widespread concern over bullying in schools, child safety, and the responsibility of educational institutions in protecting young students. The case has drawn public attention after CCTV footage reportedly emerged showing the child being subjected to repeated bullying by classmates inside...
In a significant step toward defining its long-term development agenda, the Jharkhand government organized a national consultation in New Delhi to gather ideas and recommendations from policymakers, industry leaders, economists, academicians, and subject experts for preparing the state’s ambitious Vision 2050 roadmap. The consultation marks an important phase in Jharkhand’s efforts to formulate a comprehensive...
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Union Minister Murli Manohar Joshi has asserted that Urdu is fundamentally an Indian language, emphasizing that it should not be viewed through the prism of religion or politics. Speaking at a public event focused on language and culture, Joshi highlighted the historical evolution of Urdu in India...
The Central education regulator has introduced a one-time relaxation for students currently enrolled in Class 9, offering temporary relief as the newly implemented three-language requirement begins to take effect across secondary schools. The decision is aimed at ensuring a smooth transition to the revised academic framework while preventing disruption for students already midway through their...