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A torchlight rally illuminated Dhaka University's campus this Sunday as students came out in protest against a rape incident at Muradnagar, Cumilla. The Democratic Students' Alliance (DSA) organized the procession from the TSC to the sculpture of Raju, reported Prothom Alo, calling for exemplary punishment for the culprits of the assault on a 25‑year‑old mother.

DSA leaders cautioned that the caretaker government cannot shirk accountability for "an unsafe environment for women" in Bangladesh.

In a follow-up development, the High Court has directed the immediate protection of the full recovery of the Muradnagar survivor and ordered that she be taken out of all pictures and video clips on social media within 24 hours . Acting on the petition submitted by lawyer Mir AKM Nurunnabi, the court instructed authorities to report on progress in the case within 15 days .

As per the High Court's order, law enforcers arrested the prime suspect, 36-year-old Md Fazor Ali early on Sunday . Four others —Sumon, Romzan, Md Arif, and Md Anik— were detained for recording and distributing the video of the incident. Cumilla SP Nazir Ahmed Khan confirmed that legal action would be taken under the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act, 2000 .

What had happened

A woman has been reportedly raped by Fazor Ali, a grassroots leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), at Muradnagar upazila of Cumilla district on the evening of June 26, 2025. The incident occurred when the woman was living with her children at her father's house for the Hari Seva festival, according to the police and statements of the cases quoted by The Daily Star and Prothom Alo.

Her husband was said to be employed in Dubai at the time.

Fazor Ali, who had a history of stalking the woman on her past visits to the village, allegedly broke into the house during the night, raped her at knife-point, and warned her that she would be killed if she reported the attack. Neighbors came running upon hearing the woman's screams and physically attacked Ali but he managed to escape, although injured, according to the police.

A case was lodged the very next day under the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act. The survivor was subjected to medical examinations at Cumilla Medical College Hospital, and a formal investigation was initiated by the Muradnagar police. As per the officials, Fazor Ali was apprehended from Dhaka's Saydabad area early Sunday morning.

The case turned ugly when a video recording of the survivor, which had allegedly been made by eyewitnesses in the moments after the attack, was shared on social media, provoking widespread outrage among the public.

As part of a historic step that will transform how mathematics is taught in schools across the country, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced that Vedic Mathematics will be added to NCERT textbooks of classes 6-8 (starting with the academic year 2025-26). This move that will affect millions of students in institutions run by the government in the state is being acclaimed as an important step towards modernisation of school education, while reconnecting with the ancient wisdom of India.

What is Vedic Mathematics? 

In ancient Bharat, people used maths for everything including construction, future prediction, jyotish, etc. Thus, Vedic Mathematics is an ancient system of mathematical techniques  and shortcuts derived from the Vedas, originating in ancient Bharat. The Vedic period is when the Vedas were composed, and the math used in that century and written in the Vedas is referred to as Vedic math. 

Unlike conventional mathematics, which often relies on lengthy calculations and step-by-step procedures, Vedic Maths has its focus on mental agility, speed, and simplicity. Techniques such as “vertically and crosswise” multiplication, “all from nine and the last from ten” subtraction, and other sutras (formulas) allow students to solve complex problems in seconds that too often even without pen and paper. There is a movie titled, Shakuntala Devi, that has demonstrated how a person well-versed in Vedic math can be a human computer solving long sums without pen and paper. 

There simply is no overstating the value of learning Vedic Mathematics in the modern, high-paced world. As the competitive tests get tougher and time-bound, students who are well-versed in Vedic Maths have a clear advantage. It is not only useful in the fast solution of problems involving arithmetic, but also lays a firm foundation for mathematics at a higher level and logical and analytical reasoning. As a matter of fact, several teachers feel that Vedic Maths can cure the overall phobia of mathematics among children, which turns a subject often seen as a nightmare into a fun and confidence-building experience

What is the Difference between Vedic Mathematics and Conventional Maths?

The main distinction includes the approach. Most school mathematics focuses on learning to follow mechanical procedures and learning to memorise formulas. Although this approach is systematic, it can be tedious and frightening to young learners, in most cases. Vedic Mathematics, on the contrary, is all pattern recognition, mental calculation and thinking on your feet. To give one example, it is possible to recalculate large numbers by Vedic methods using mental connections only, which would take much less time compared to using the same by conventional methods.

The other significant difference is that Vedic Maths is holistic. It helps students view mathematics as a network of ideas, as a whole, as opposed to unconnected threads of topics. Not only does this give the courage needed, but it also leads to creativity and curiosity, which are most needed to succeed in the 21st century.

Importance Of this Move 

The implication to inculcate Vedic Mathematics in the NCERT curriculum is spot on with the vision of the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), which recommends the inclusion of Indian knowledge systems at the mainstream levels. Including Vedic Maths in the normal syllabus is the first step towards making it big in the other states of India, and Uttar Pradesh is establishing a precedent. The decision should help more than 1.5 crore government school students to have access to a tool that can make mathematics easier and less stressful.

According to education experts, this initiative could be a game-changer in improving numeracy skills among Indian students. “Vedic Mathematics is not just about speed; it’s about developing a mathematical mindset,” says Dr. Anurag Mishra, a mathematics educator based in Lucknow. “When students realise they can solve problems mentally and quickly, their confidence soars. This can have a ripple effect on their overall academic performance.”

What will be the method of teaching Vedic Maths in schools?

According to the recent reports released by the Basic Education Department of Uttar Pradesh, Vedic mathematics is going to be included in the current NCERT maths textbook of Classes 6, 7 and 8. Teachers will be given special training so that they will be well-equipped to teach these techniques. The program will be based on theory and applied exercises, paying attention to real life and problem solving.

Notably, this integration of Vedic Maths will not substitute the regular syllabus but supplement it. The students will be able to study the traditional and Vedic forms of attaining, and this will give the students an opportunity to adopt the best, according to their convenience. It is presumed that these two exposures will increase their knowledge and also their appreciation of mathematics at large.

Why Should Students Learn Vedic Math?

• Speed and Accuracy: The techniques of Vedic Maths make the students perform the calculations much faster and even more accurately than other methods.
• Enhanced Mental Agility: Daily training tones up memory, the power of concentration and logical ability.
• Less Math Anxiety: The practices of Vedic improve the experience of students by becoming less scared of maths due to simplistic and beautiful operations.
• Competitive Edge: Competency in Vedic Maths offers a competitive advantage over competency in the competitive tests, in which speed and accuracy are the keys.
• Holistic Development: Vedic Maths integrates creativity, problem solving and also enjoyment of learning.

How Does This Move Align with Search Trends and Parental Concerns?

In recent years, there has been a surge in online searches for “Vedic Maths classes,” “how to learn Vedic Maths,” and “benefits of Vedic Mathematics for students.” There is a growing concern among parents to make the subject of maths easy and more fun for their children. The concern is being directly addressed by including Vedic Maths in the mainstream system in Uttar Pradesh, tapping into the increased demand for innovative modes of teaching. 

In addition, the trends fit into the world demands of experiential and skilled learning. There are notable countries in Asia like Singapore, Finland whose education systems have traditionally focused on mental arithmetic and imaginative problem solving. Through this initiative, India is putting a step forward towards recovering its own heritage and becoming a leader in maths education like that in ancient Bharat. 

Will Other States Follow UP?

Thanks to social media, students, parents, educators, and experts are now more aware of the importance and value of Vedic Maths. This is a positive indicator that Vedic mathematics will be positively accepted by other states in the near future. Other education boards including the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) can investigate such initiatives in future as well. It might be the start of the nationwide venture towards revivifying and normalizing ancient frameworks of Indian knowledge.

The launch of Vedic Mathematics in government schools of the state of Uttar Pradesh is not merely a progress in terms of curriculum update, but it is a courageous step in producing children who are equipped with timeless wisdom and contemporary skills.. This would bring a new era of confidence in maths, curiosity and academic high performance as students begin to see maths as an exciting puzzle rather than as a barrier.

Vedic Mathematics is an effective and widely regarded way in which parents and educators can find a solution in making maths interesting and without stress. As this initiative comes into play during the 2025-26 session, the focus is going to be on Uttar Pradesh to witness how this age-old wisdom will influence the teaching of modern education.

Horrific incident became outrage news across the country after a 24-year-old law student was allegedly gang-raped on her law college campus in Kolkata. The suspected campus crime at a country's top legal colleges' campus has come under intense scrutiny over campus security and whether law and order is still intact in West Bengal or not.

The victim is said to have been attacked at the late hours of the evening and the problem was reported to the authorities only after she could get her friend's help. She is receiving treatment, and police investigations are already underway. Despite protests by some of the suspects that they were arrested for questioning, there was no mention of arrest or any further update of the case.

The report has created a nation-wide outrage, and people, activists, and students have taken to the streets to protest against the atrocity of the attack. Social media has also been filled with calls to action as #JusticeForKolkataStudent trends on social media.

Political responses have been uneven in coming. Opposition parties had held the Mamata Banerjee state government responsible for not even having basic security arrangements for students. "It is not a crime against a woman, but a failure of the system," is what a senior BJP leader was quoted to have remarked. Congress and CPI(M) leaders also demanded an inquiry by resignation.

Although Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has signaled the desire for high-level inquiry on an oath of "no one involved will be spared," the skeptics are cautiously cynical, remembering previous examples of hanging fire or watered-down justice.

School student communities have conducted candlelight marches and demonstrations calling for greater security within the school campus. Most of them are on the list asking to be informed how this disgusting crime can be committed on the study ground which must also remain a secure ground.

As the probe unfolds, the nation waits with bated breath—hopes to see justice run its course in a case that has re-affirmed women's safety in India yet again.

"Pada pada pada pada paravakal paari." (The birds flew with a fluttering sound). That is how the very first chapter of the updated Class I Malayalam textbook of state syllabus schools starts. But how will a teacher communicate it in an effective manner to a hearing impaired student?

Such challenges have prompted the development of special textbooks and workbooks for hearing impaired students through Class IV. Dozens of such books, developed by the State Council for Educational Research and Training (SCERT) following consultation with specialists and various workshops with teachers, are now available for distribution.

There are almost 800 hearing impaired students in Classes I to IV in 32 special schools in the state. But preparing special textbooks for them is a challenging task considering the different levels of hearing impairment. While some have slight hearing disabilities, there are others who cannot hear at all, making it challenging to introduce textbooks that would be appropriate for all of them.

"Though the conventional Class I textbooks acquaint children with different senses, a student who is hearing impaired has a handicap in knowing them. Moreover, they have limited vocabulary. We have tried to emphasize more pictorial and visual aspects in special textbooks that are supplemented by workbooks," said Anil Kumar A K, Research Officer (Special Education), SCERT.

Unlike regular textbooks that take four to five workshops, special textbooks have already been released following up to 15 workshops with teachers and subject matter specialists. This year, work on the special textbooks for Class IV will start in harmony with the revised textbooks for general schools.

Special textbooks from tomorrow

As per Sam John M, who taught in the primary section of the Government VHSS for the Deaf, Jagathy, Thiruvananthapuram, for almost three decades, special texts for hearing impaired students were a byproduct of the regular feedback provided by teachers from their own experiences in classrooms.

From Class 5, the hearing impaired students in special schools make use of the same textbooks that are adopted in regular schools. The special books of lower classes will prove beneficial in preventing any gaps in learning when the student is introduced to the regular ones in the UP section," he stated.

Minister V Sivankutty is scheduled to launch 12 special textbooks and workbooks for students of Classes 1 to 3 in the state capital on June 30.

In order to oversee caste violence and discrimination among school-going children, the Tamil Nadu School Education Department has ordered the setting up of monitoring committees in every district.

About The Committees

As per new directions issued by the Directorate of School Education, the committees will be headed by Chief Education Officers (CEOs) and will comprise deputy superintendents of police, educationists, and student protection officers.

The committees have been assigned to oversee cases of caste prejudice, caste violence, and sexual harassment in schools.

They are also mandated to receive a monthly report from school headmasters and take necessary action immediately.

According to the new guidelines, such students can approach the government's toll-free numbers 14416 and 104.

Teachers have also been told to sensitise students to the risks posed by propaganda on social media sites, specifically rumors and false news which can lead to caste-related incidents.

The Department of School Education also said that there must be awareness programmes at the school level so that the students may be sensitized against spreading unsubstantiated facts that create unwarranted tension.

The department also categorically mentioned that there need not be usage of the institution's properties for functions or programmes other than academic activities by the school authorities.

The officials added that the decision comes at a time when there is increasing alarm over caste tensions spilling over on school campuses and social media propagating fake news. By establishing these district-level committees and tougher regulations, the government wants to establish a safe and welcoming learning environment in the state.

UPSC main 2025 is scheduled from August 22nd, 2025. If you are a UPSC aspirant with determination to crack UPSC Mains 2025 then knowing the Exam Date, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Schedule, and latest UPSC Mains Strategy will help you a lot. 

The Mains 2025 will be held for 5 days starting from August 22nd to 26th, 2025 in which a total of nine papers would be covered. The official Timetable UPSC Mains 2025 will be published on the official site, the site of change of Mains of UPSC-‘ upsc.gov.in ’. It is also recommended that candidates go through the schedule to be able to plan adequately in preparation of their times instead of getting confused at the last minute.

UPSC Mains 2025 begins with an Essay paper on 22nd August, 2025, followed by general studies and optional subjects papers on eventually occurring days. The elaborate time-table has specific dates and timings of every paper so that the candidates have it all in advance.

UPSC Exam Date 2025

• Application Deadline: 22 nd January, 2025 to 11 th February, 2025
• Date of UPSC Prelims: 25 th May 2025
• UPSC Mains Examination Day: 22nd August 2025
• Number of Vacancies (2025): 1129 (979 for CSE, 150 for IFoS)
• Three stages of UPSC Selection Process
• Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
• Main Examination (Mains)
• Personality Test (Interview)

UPSC Mains exam date 2025

• Start Date: 22nd August 2025
• Schedule: Timetable will be time-tabled out after Prelims result
• Exam Centres: Major India cities, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, and so on.

UPSC Mains Exam Pattern

• Qualifying Papers: Paper-A (Indian Language) & Paper-B (English); need 25% marks in each to qualify.
• Merit Papers: Papers I-VII (total 1750 marks) count for final ranking.

UPSC Mains Syllabus 2025 (Overview)

• Paper-A: One Indian language (from Eighth Schedule of Constitution)
• Paper-B: English (comprehension, essay, précis, grammar)
• Essay: Write various essays, pay attention on the organization and clarity
• General Studies I: Indian Heritage and Culture, History, Geography of the World and society
• General Studies II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, International Relations
• General Studies III: Technology, Economic development, Biodiversity, environment, security, disaster management
• General Studies IV: Ethics, Integrity and aptitude
• Optional Papers: Topic of candidates based on the list approved by UPSC

UPSC Mains 2025 How to Apply

Step 1: Prelims clearance.

Step 2: Fill Detailed Application Form (DAF) on UPSC website.

Step 3: Upload required documents (certificates, photo, signature).

Step 4: Pay exam fees online.

Step 5: Hand in and print the application of records.

Exam Centres & Admit Card

Admit Card: It will be released on upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in to download. Fine print offence.

Exams centres: Preference and availability allocation. Indian Mega-cities.

UPSC Mains Strategy

Active Recall and Spaced Repetition

The usual approach of most aspirants is to merely read and read again, but the study indicates that active recall, or a testing of yourself on what you have just read, is what builds a stronger pathway of memories. As an example, when you have read a topic, close your book, and attempt to write down everything that you can recall, or what you perceive that you can teach someone. This approach is much more effective as compared to passive reading.

Pair this with spaced repetition, where you revise topics at increasing intervals (like after 1 day, 3 days, 7 days, etc.). It is a method shown by cognitive science and assists you in defeating the forgetting curve and memorizing more things over a more extended period of time and most importantly in the UPSC syllabus, it is enormous.

Interleaved Learning: Confuse Your Topics

Instead of studying one subject for long hours (called “blocking”), try interleaved learning. Combine varying subjects or topics during one study session e.g. one hour study of Geography then move to Ethics then Polity. This will force your brain to dig deeper to retrieve and utilize information and therefore it will learn deeper and will be more adaptive in the exam.

Mind Mapping and Chunking: Create a picture and make it simple

To make revision more efficient, it is easier to create mind maps regarding every topic you want to revise, and it allows you to see the links between concepts in the question. To give such an example, a mind map of the Indian Economy could be divided in agriculture, industry, and services with sub-divisions of relevant schemes and statistics.

Another effective strategy is to divide topics into small chunks that are easy to handle. This prevents overwhelming and makes one memorize complicated material easier, which neurological studies of the process of memory consolidation confirm.

NLP Strategies: Rearrange The Way You Think

Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) can help you manage exam stress and boost confidence. Simple practices like reframing negative thoughts (“I can’t do this” to “I’m learning and improving”) and using physical anchors (like pressing your thumb and finger together while studying, then repeating it in the exam hall to trigger focus) can actually rewire your brain for better performance. Visualization (seeing yourself writing great answers) is also helpful to confidence and to decrease anxiety.

Growth Mindset and Psychological Strength

Having a growth mindset, which means holding a belief that intelligence and abilities can be cultivated, can be connected to productive achievement as well as improved management of stress. When you make a setback do not think of it as a failure but as an opportunity to learn. Practicing positive self-talk and setting realistic, achievable goals (daily or weekly targets) keeps you motivated and resilient throughout your UPSC journey.

Pomodoro Technique and Mindfulness

The Pomodoro Technique is to study for 25 minutes and take a 5 minute break. The cycle which is enabled by studies on attention span helps avoid fatigue and keeps your mind alert. Add this to mindfulness meditation- even a little bit of practising, i.e. you can focus on the breaths every day, can make you more concentrated and less anxious (which is crucial during such high stake exams as UPSC).

Realistic Mock Tests

Most of the candidates are prepared through mock tests that lack real exam conditions. Every time I go through mock papers with tight constraints in time and without disturbances, as in the real UPSC Main. This helps your brain learn how to work under pressure and manage time and going through your errors after every test will be able to prevent you making the same mistake twice.

Map Practice

A unique but effective tip—practice drawing quick, labelled maps of India for relevant General Studies answers (like river systems, insurgency areas, or economic zones). The images can make your answers to be one of the distinct ones. It reaps you some additional marks, and many aspirants fail to use this trick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will UPSC Mains 2025 be postponed? 

No official update on postponement; the exam is scheduled as per the latest calendar.

How many vacancies in UPSC 2025? 

1129 (979 for CSE, 150 for IFoS).

What is the UPSC exam pattern? Three stages: Prelims (objective), Mains (descriptive), Interview. 

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always check the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in). Good luck with your preparation!