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Left-wing student organisations on Wednesday accused the Karnataka government of pushing ahead with a plan to shut down thousands of rural government schools under the “KPS Magnet” scheme, calling it an assault on public education and poor children’s access to schools.

The KPS Magnet scheme seeks to consolidate neighbourhood schools into larger and centrally located Karnataka Public Schools.

At a press conference at the Press Club of Bangalore, representatives of AISF, SFI, AIDSO, AISA and KVS released a copy of a government order which, they said, envisages the closure of over 40,000 government schools and their merger into about 6,000 KPS Magnet schools, with 900 such schools planned in the first phase.

They alleged that existing village schools with adequate enrolment were being merged and that parents would be forced to bear the burden of transportation.

The organisations raised the slogan, “Abandon the KPS Magnet project that robs poor children of education! Save public education, save our village government schools!” They said the order mandates the merger of all schools within one to five km radius to create Magnet centres.

The student groups alleged that the circular shifts responsibility for transport to School Development and Monitoring Committees and opens the door to outsourcing and corporate funding, which they claimed was a move towards privatisation.

“Funds meant for public welfare are being used to close the rural schools where the children of those very people study. This is a betrayal of trust,” they said.

They also pointed to existing shortages, noting that there are 59,000 vacant teacher posts, thousands of schools lacking basic repairs and many functioning with a single teacher, and argued that closing schools instead of strengthening them reflected an “anti-education stance”.

Condemning compulsory vocational training from Class six under the scheme, the organisations alleged that it would reduce poor children to cheap labour.

“The government is moving towards an anti-civilisation act of creating ‘human machines’ who lack basic subject knowledge and critical thinking,” they said, urging an immediate withdrawal of what they termed the “Black KPS Magnet” project.

Last October, the Karnataka government issued a mandate to transform 500 government schools into Karnataka Public Schools (KPS) during 2025, 26 and 2026, 27 with the help of State Budget funds and a loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Approvals have been given for the upgradation of 474 schools (Annexure 1) whereas permission for the remaining 26 schools will be announced later.

Facilities of each KPS school will be raised so as to accommodate at least 1, 200 students. The cost of Rs two crore to Rs four crore per school has been estimated from the school, wise Detailed Project Reports (DPRs).

Additionally, through the approval from the government, 200 government schools in the seven districts of the Kalyana Karnataka region have been upgraded to KPS schools by utilizing the funds of the Kalyana Karnataka Regional Development Board (KKRDB) including 50 schools which were announced in the 2025, 26 Budget and the remaining 150 schools will be approved for the 2025, 27 period.

The instruction allows the amalgamation of smaller government schools located within a radius of one to five km into KPS schools, thereby offering free student transportation through School Development and Monitoring Committees (SDMCs), the implementation of uniform Karnataka Public School Standards, the commencement of computer education right from Class one, the introduction of a vocational skill, based curriculum from Class six, and special coaching for board and competitive exams from Class eight.

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About St. Anselm's Pink City School

Founded by Rev. Father Raymond Coelho, this co-educational English medium school operates under Gyan Deep Education Society. Affiliated to CBSE New Delhi, it serves LKG to Class 12 across three vibrant buildings in Jhalana Gram, Malviya Nagar. The school blends academic rigor with spiritual growth, preparing students for tomorrow's challenges.

Rankings and Achievements

St. Anselm's Pink City School boasts 3K+ students trained, 15K+ classes completed, and 97% parent satisfaction. Known for consistent CBSE board toppers and national sports representation, it hosts inter-school competitions and cultural fests annually.

Eligibility Criteria

• LKG: Age 3+ years
• Class I: Age 5+ years
• Class XI: Class X 70%+ (Science/Commerce)
• Sibling/Christian minority priority

Admission Procedure

2026 admissions open January-March. Apply online at stanselmspinkcity.in or visit Kalgeri Marg, Malviya Nagar. Submit birth certificate, previous marksheets, interview. Contact: 0141-2520240, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Infrastructure and Campus Life

Three modern buildings feature smart classrooms, AI & computer labs, science labs, shooting range, basketball/football grounds, music/dance/art studios, library, and chapel. Daily assemblies, sports, cultural events foster teamwork and creativity.

Faculty

Experienced CBSE-trained teachers deliver personalized mentoring. Principals and counselors ensure emotional-intellectual growth through value-based education.

Who Should Take Admission

Parents seeking CBSE excellence with values in Jaipur should choose St. Anselm's Pink City School. Perfect for Science/Commerce aspirants wanting holistic development and sports excellence.

Who Should Not Take Admission

Families preferring ICSE/IB or zero-religion curriculum may explore other options.

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Neerja Modi School (NMS) in Jaipur is ranked #1 Day Cum Boarding School in Jaipur (Cfore Rankings 2025-26) and #1 in Rajasthan, providing education from Nursery to Class 12 under CBSE & IB curriculum. Parents looking for the best schools in Jaipur Mansarovar will appreciate the 22-acre lush campus, international sports facilities, and all-round development for global leaders.

About Neerja Modi School

Established in 2001 at Shipra Path, Shanti Nagar, Mansarovar, Jaipur, NMS is a co-educational day-cum-boarding school (Nursery to Grade 12), emphasizing the development of confident and innovative individuals with values such as integrity and lifelong learning in its philosophy, which applauds distinct talents, encouraging students from dependent to independent learners with a zero-tolerance policy for bullying.

Rankings and Achievements

NMS stands tall as #1 Educational Institute in Jaipur-Rajasthan (Education World 2020, which has been maintained in the recent Cfore/YellowSlate 2025 lists at #4 Top 10 Jaipur, #1 Day Cum Boarding Rajasthan). Students perform outstandingly in Olympiads, chess nationals, debates, sports (district/state/national), and social services with NGOs, to develop leaders through strong student councils.

Curriculum and Fees

NMS offers CBSE (Nursery to Class 12) and IB/IGCSE streams, with a mix of academics and arts, sports, yoga, and startups. Fees vary by grade/day/boarding (2026 estimates; confirm via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). 

Eligibility Criteria

Nursery: Age 3+ years. Class 1+: Prior academics; entrance test/interview for Class 6-12 (CBSE transfer-friendly). Boarding open from Class 4+; prioritizes academics, extracurriculars, and English proficiency. Sibling/alumni preferences apply.

Admission Procedure

Admissions open for 2026 at NMS Jaipur. Parents can apply online (nmsindia.org/admission) or send applications to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Selected through test/interaction/PI. Limited seats available in boarding.

​Infrastructure and Campus Life

Spread over 22 acres, the eco-friendly campus boasts of an international cricket ground, 25m pool, 400m track, tennis/basketball courts, horse riding, squash, TT, archery nets, and rainwater harvesting/solar energy. Campus life is rich with inter-school competitions, arts (music/dance), yoga, community service, and leadership clubs. ​ 

Faculty 

150+ experienced teachers (TGT/PGT in English, Math, Sciences, Arts, PE; activity coordinators for music/dance) from English-medium backgrounds. Counselors, nurses are also required. Salary is not a barrier for the best and brightest.

Who Should Choose this School

Parents in Jaipur looking for the best boarding schools in Mansarovar under CBSE/IB offering sports achievement, education (Olympiads), and overall development for bright children with IITs or foreign education aspirations should select NMS. It is ideal for day-boarding with a leadership emphasis.

Who Should Not Choose this School for their Kid

Families seeking ultra-low costs (<₹1 Lakh/year) or sports/boarding facilities may consider other options. Not the best fit if avoiding competitive exams or wanting girls-only schools. Secure your child's future at Neerja Modi School Jaipur, India's number one boarding gem. Apply for 2026 now!

City Montessori School (CMS) Gomti Nagar I in Lucknow ranks as India's No.1 school for Extraordinary School Leadership (Education World 2025), offering top ICSE/ISC and Cambridge curriculum up to Class 12. This co-ed K-12 campus excels in academics, character building, and global values under the motto Jai Jagat.

​About CMS Gomti Nagar I

Established in 2011 as part of the renowned City Montessori School network (founded 1959), CMS Gomti Nagar I operates from 1/7 Vardhan Khand, Phase II, near Ekana Stadium, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. Affiliated to CISCE (ICSE/ISC, code UP323) and offering Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level, it emphasizes holistic education prioritizing character over intellect, inspired by Gandhi and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.

​Rankings and Achievements

City Montessori School secured India's #1 spot in 'Extraordinary School Leadership' by Education World Grand Jury Rankings 2025. The broader CMS network ranks top 10 nationally for ISC toppers (90%+ aggregates), with achievements in civil services, IIT-JEE selections, foreign scholarships, and international peace events like Chief Justices Conference. Faculty accolades include Top 10 in Global Teachers’ Olympiad 2025.

Curriculum 

CMS school provides Montessori to Class 12 via ICSE (Class 10), ISC (Class 12, NCERT books for core), and Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level. Fees are annual for new admissions (2026 est., confirm officially).

​Eligibility Criteria

Admissions prioritize young applicants; Pre-Nursery/LKG via interaction/assessment. Class 1+ needs prior academics; entrance tests/interviews for higher classes (e.g., Class 6-12). Age limits apply (e.g., LKG: 3-4 years); siblings/alumni preference. Open to all boards transferring to ICSE/Cambridge.

​Admission Procedure

2026 admissions start soon; you can apply online/via helpdesk (+91 79690 15748, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). Here are the steps to follow: 

• Submit form & documents
• Attend interaction/test/PI. 
• Merit-based selection; confirm via email/call. 

Note: Early application advised for popular Gomti Nagar I campus.

​Infrastructure and Campus Life

Modern facilities include spacious classrooms, labs, library, auditorium, sports grounds (near Ekana), Wi-Fi, transport, and child safety measures. Campus life thrives on clubs, JYEP (Junior Youth Empowerment), sports, music (ABRSM), cultural events, and values programs fostering global citizenship and social action.

​Faculty

Experienced educators trained in CMS's QAID programs (HoM, HoE, CPIL) deliver Socratic, encouragement-based teaching. Standouts like Mohd Sufiyan Khan (Top 5 Global Teachers’ Olympiad 2025) blend academics with life skills.

​Who Should Take Admission

Parents seeking top ICSE/Cambridge schools in Lucknow Gomti Nagar for academic excellence (90%+ boards), character-focused holistic growth, and global exposure should choose CMS Gomti Nagar I. Ideal for ambitious students aiming for IITs, medicine, civil services, or abroad studies.

​Who Should Not Take Admission

Families prioritizing heavy extracurriculars/sports over rigorous academics, or seeking ultra-low fees (<₹50K/year), may prefer alternatives. Not ideal if avoiding competitive admissions or board-focused pressure.

In short, City Montessori School, Lucknow shapes future leaders through Jai Jagat values and proven results. Apply for 2026 now for a transformative education!

The Gujarat government has instructed all schools across the state to achieve 100 per cent registration under the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) by January 31. APAAR is a key component of the Union government’s ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ initiative, aimed at creating a unified digital academic identity for every student in India.

Gujarat has nearly 53,500 schools – private and government primary and secondary schools – with an estimated enrolment of 1.15 crore students. The State Project Director (SPD), Samagra Shiksha, in its directive issued on January 15, asked all district education officers (DEOs) to monitor the registration on a daily basis, especially in the districts which have low registration count.

“More than 70 per cent APAAR registration has been completed and the remaining is expected to be achieved soon,” Ranjeeth Kumar J, State Project Director, Samagra Shiksha, told The Indian Express. However, sources said that over 225 schools across the state> have not even started the process.

Among the schools which have not opened the APAAR registration, the highest are in Ahmedabad city (AMC) followed by Surat city (SMC), Chhota Udepur, Rajkot, Jamnagar and Morbi.

The matter was discussed at length during the fifth chief secretaries’ conference held in Delhi and those districts that have not even started the process till date were sought for an explanation.

“It is directed to conduct daily monitoring and review of how many APAAR IDs are generated and necessary action to be taken,” the directive, issued by the Gujarat government, states.

Regular video conference meetings with district education officers for APAAR ID, that is aimed at strengthening ‘Ease of schooling’ and serving as a lifelong academic passport, consolidating all achievements and credentials of a student in one place, has also been conducted over the last few weeks.

“The APAAR IDs are expected to help in skill gap analysis and provide industry relevant content for upskilling programmes, by monitoring students’ academic records. While APAAR will facilitate tracking of each student's enrollment, attendance, grade progression in compliance with the Right to Education Act, it will also help in tracking ‘Out of School Children’ (OoSC), ‘gifted children’, children from marginalised communities and their engagement with educational institutions. It is also expected to help in identifying ‘at-risk’ students, which will in turn ensure timely intervention to prevent dropping out of the school system,” an education official stated.

Once all IDs are created, the data collected through APAAR will be shared with the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK), said a District Education Officer (DEO). This will aid in decision making for educational policies and resource allocation. The VSK will help in analysing the trends, assess educational outcomes and identify areas customised to the region.

Though it was launched on February 13,2024 by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, it was in September 2024 that the APAAR ID generation campaign was started at the school level. In Gujarat, the communication and awareness campaign for parents was started last year.

12-digit number for every student

APAAR is a specialised identification system designed for all students across schools. This initiative is part of the 'One Nation, One Student ID' programme launched by the Union government, aligning with the National Education Policy 2020 and the National Credit and Qualifications Framework (NCrF). In Gujarat, it is launched at the school level. APAAR assigns a unique and permanent 12-digit ID to every student, offering a comprehensive record of their academic as well as co-curricular achievements. This ID functions as a permanent digital identity for the student in the education ecosystem.

The Uttarakhand government has sealed more than 250 "illegal" madrasas and removed encroachments on over 10,000 acres of government land as part of a major drive against unlawful institutions and violations of prescribed norms, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said.

Drive Against Illegal Madrasas and Encroachments

In a post on social media platform X on Saturday, Dhami said, "Devbhoomi Uttarakhand has its own distinct cultural identity. To preserve this heritage and maintain the state's original character, our government is working with full commitment."

He stated that in the name of religious structures, illegal encroachments on over 10,000 acres of government land have been removed across the state.

The Chief Minister said the action also included sealing more than 250 unauthorised madrasas where, according to him, "radical education was being imparted against the rules."

"Our government's clear resolve is that there will be no compromise with the culture of Devbhoomi, social balance, and law and order," Dhami said.

CM Addresses Workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction

Dhami, on his part, participated in a one- day workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee, virtually on Friday.

The Chief Minister said that the workshop would be a series of deep discussions on subjects of great importance like disaster risk reduction, pre, disaster preparedness, early warning systems, and community participation. Besides, concrete strategies would be framed to implement technological innovation, research collaboration, and partnerships more effectively, he said, as per a statement.

From the workshop's recommendations, he added, the entire Himalayan region, along with Uttarakhand, would benefit.

The Chief Minister said that the negative consequences of natural disasters in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, earthquakes, landslides, cloudbursts, heavy rainfall, avalanches, and forest fires, could be avoided if a scientific model, timely preparedness, and the collective efforts of the people were utilized.

The Chief Minister mentioned that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has introduced the 4P mantra, Predict, Prevent, Prepare, Protect, for disaster risk reduction and that they are working on a 10 point agenda which will be in line with this vision.

He revealed that the State Government is constantly putting efforts in pre, disaster preparedness, AI, based warning systems, digital monitoring systems, glacier research centre, drone surveillance, GIS mapping, satellite monitoring, rapid response teams, forest fire early warning systems, and a complete forest fire management plan.

The Chief Minister stated that the main department of disaster management, the forest department, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and the local administration have been brought together to work more efficiently and in an orderly manner for the smooth running of disaster management throughout the state.