All schools in Goa, from pre-primary to Class XII, have been closed today following a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for heavy rainfall in the state.
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Heavy Rainfall Brings Mumbai To A Standstill: Schools And Colleges Closed
Mumbai has come to a grinding halt as relentless heavy rainfall spreads the city, leading to widespread waterlogging, severe traffic jams, and significant public transport disruption. In response, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has ordered the closure of all schools and colleges for the day to ensure the safety of students and staff.
NEET 2024 Counselling Dates Awaited As Health Ministry Holds Off Announcement
The Union Health Ministry has confirmed that the counselling schedule for NEET UG and PG courses in 2024 remains pending. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) waits for the National Medical Commission (NMC) to finalize the seat matrix before announcing the much-anticipated dates.
Viral Video Ignites Debate On Holiday Homework: Parents And Teachers Weigh In
A viral video has sparked a heated debate about the necessity of holiday homework for students, amassing over 700,000 views and resonating with countless parents and students who share similar grievances. The video features a mother expressing her frustration, passionately pleading with teachers to reconsider assigning excessive homework during school breaks.
Delhi Teachers' Transfers On Hold: Lt. Governor Saxena Steps In After Controversy
The Delhi government has suspended the transfer orders of 5,000 school teachers, acting on the directions of Lt. Governor V.K. Saxena. This move comes amidst controversy surrounding the mandatory transfer of teachers who have been at the same school for over 10 years.
Chhattisgarh Gets Vocal For Local: Primary Education Goes Tribal With Dialects
The Chhattisgarh government announced the inclusion of local languages and dialects in the primary education curriculum. This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020's vision of making education accessible in students' native languages.
West Bengal Witnesses Rise In Female Applicants For Undergraduate Studies
West Bengal's newly launched centralized undergraduate admissions portal witnessed a significant trend – more female applicants than males. The portal, which opened on June 24 for admissions to 461 colleges and 16 universities, closed on July 6 after receiving 5,27,673 validated applications.