Chennai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on young Indians to take an active role in building a developed nation by 2047, placing education, innovation, sporting achievement and social responsibility at the centre of his message. Addressing the golden jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya in Chennai, Modi said the younger generation had the creativity, ability and determination to advance India’s d

India’s five-member student team secured four gold medals and one silver at the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) 2026 in Hanoi, Vietnam. The achievement capped an exceptional year for the country’s science Olympiad teams, with every Indian participant across five senior-level international competitions earning either gold or silver. Held from September 25 to October 5, the astronomy competition brought together 307 students f

Kalam Foundation organises ISRO tour for 147 students The People’s President Abdul Kalam International Foundation has organised an educational tour to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for 147 school students from Tamil Nadu’s Ramanathapuram district. The initiative brings together students from several parts of the district for a learning opportunity centred on science

Teachers Day 2026 will be celebrated across India on Saturday, September 5. The occasion honours the dedication, knowledge and service of teachers while commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India’s first Vice President and second President. Schools, colleges and universities organise cultural programmes, speeches, debates, award ceremonies and student-led activities to thank educators. The observance also highlights the importance of supporting teac

Early screen time linked to later learning concerns Children with higher screen exposure during infancy and the early school years may be more likely to have weaker working memory and lower academic performance later, according to a new study involving children in Singapore. The research, conducted by scientists from Inserm and the National University of Singapore, examined screen exposure at different stages of childhood instead of looking only at total screen h

Fresh directions followed student protests over shortages and administrative lapses. With complaints and protests reported from Lucknow, Azamgarh, Mahoba, Hamirpur, Unnao and other districts. Yogi Orders tighter monitoring after student protests Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered stricter monitoring of educational institutions after student protests highlighted teacher shortages, infrastructure problems and administrative dela

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has strongly defended the state’s Mega DSC teacher recruitment process, telling the Assembly that appointments were made entirely on merit without favouritism, manipulation or backdoor selections. Naidu said the government had maintained transparency throughout the recruitment exercise and argued that the credibility of the process was reflected in the response from candidates, including those who were not selected. His remarks cam

Actor Dhanush has urged his fans to use their unity for social welfare instead of limiting their activities to film celebrations. His welfare initiatives and school donation have sparked political entry speculation, though his camp maintains that the efforts are purely philanthropic. Dhanush Urges Fans To Focus On Social Welfare Tamil actor Dhanush has triggered fresh speculation about a possible entry i

Chief Minister Vijay’s first full Tamil Nadu Budget placed education at the centre, with major allocations for schools, colleges and free laptops. The Budget also announced wedding assistance, student welfare, healthcare and road projects, drawing criticism from former CM MK Stalin. CM Vijay Budget Puts Education At The Centre The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government’s first full Budget has made education one of its biggest priorit

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged US Ambassador Sergio Gor to support faster student visa appointments and smoother H-1B processing. The meeting also focused on university partnerships, research, technology, investment and stronger Telangana-US cooperation. Revanth Reddy Seeks Faster US Visa Processing Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor to support increased visa access for

Maharashtra TET paper leak investigation latest updates: The Maharashtra TET paper leak probe has revealed that the SET exam target may have been the next objective of the accused. Thane Police are investigating a suspected nationwide exam scam involving leaked question papers, examination centre manipulation and organized criminal networks. Probe Reveals Alleged Plan to Target SET

The CAT 2026 application window is now open for students seeking admission to MBA and management programmes at IIMs and other leading business schools. Organized by IIM Indore, the examination will be conducted on November 29. Candidates are encouraged to review eligibility requirements, understand the exam format, and submit their applications before the September 15 deadline.   Students aspiring to secure admission to top m

Nilekani-Led Exam Reform Panel Faces Trust and Privacy Test PM Modi’s Nandan Nilekani-led examination reform task force will examine technology, security and structural changes for the NTA. The APAAR consent dispute shows that privacy, voluntary participation, and accountability will be vital to restoring student trust. Nandan Nilekani Exam Reform Task Force Faces APAAR Trust Test The Nandan Nilekani exam reform task

Two Resignations, Different Accountability Tests Dharmendra Pradhan and Yvette Berry left their education portfolios within 48 hours, but under very different circumstances. One resignation followed nationwide examination protests in India, while the other came after an integrity investigation in Australia’s ACT. Dharmendra Pradhan and Yv

Exam Reform Bill Meets Renewed Opposition Protests The Lok Sabha was adjourned amid Opposition protests over the alleged use of force against NEET demonstrators, even as the Centre prepared to introduce a stricter anti-paper leak Bill with tougher penalties and fast-track trials.   Lok Sabha Adjourned as NEET Protest Row Dominates Session New Delhi, July 27, 2026: The anti-paper leak Bill 2026 Parliament debat