Policies
UGC makes 24x7 helplines and monitoring committees must in every university; to collaborate with NRF, ICMR, ICSSR, WHO; public feedback invited till January 29
The Special Leave Petition (SLP) was filed after the Delhi HC refused to stay the government order on constituting a school-level fee regulation panel comprising parents.
Education ministry, state officials also discussed private funds, integrating NEP and SSA goals. Educationists warn against overriding RTE Act
Roundtable hosted by Reliance Foundation and Central Square Foundation brings together 50+ leaders to explore AI-led, scalable education solutions
Education Budget 2026: Experts have urged incentives for skill-based learning, digital upskilling, and global mobility of Indian professionals as part of the pre-budget expectations.
NCVET holds its first general body meeting, led by MoS Jayant Chaudhary, reviews skill development programmes in AI, semiconductor manufacturing
Talks focused on setting up joint research centres and expanding academic ties in emerging technologies.
Congress leader Kannan Gopinathan seeks a probe into the skill development scheme, alleging fake beneficiaries, inflated data and misuse of ₹10,000 crore based on CAG findings.
The new Tamil Nadu assured pension scheme guarantees 50% of last drawn salary as pension.
Punjab Cabinet Decision: Making “digital-first universities" legally valid, the policy enables students to complete entire degree programmes online using mobile phones or laptops.
