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The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) successfully completed the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams, thus completing an important academic milestone for students in the state.

The Class 10 and Class 12 Science stream examinations were over on March 10, and the last paper of the Class 12 general stream was conducted on March 18. All the board examinations are now over, and attention has now turned to evaluating answer sheets, which has already begun. GSHSEB is also looking to speed up the process of assessment and declare the results at the earliest possible to help the students smoothly shift to higher education and jobs.

More than 14 Lakh Students Sat for Board Exams

This year, 14.28 lakh students sat for the Gujarat board exams:

8,92,882 students in Class 10

4.23 lakh students in Class 12 general stream

1.11 lakh students in Class 12 science stream

Students said exam papers were comparatively easy, especially in core subjects, as most of the questions were textbook-based, lowering stress and increasing confidence among examinees. Since the exams are now over, those teachers who were involved in invigilation tasks will now attend to answer sheet marking. GSHSEB is determined to speed up the marking process to declare results well in time. From this year the board is holding two cycles of board exams, planning for the second round of board exams will take place in June-July once the result for this cycle comes out.

Parents and students can keep themselves updated about Gujarat board results 2024 by frequently checking the official website of GSHSEB for new updates. Release of results well in advance will enable students to prepare for admission to higher education and career decision-making more purposefully.

As Karnataka gets ready for a state-wide bandh on March 22, announced by pro-Kannada groups, the education system is left in a state of confusion. While Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams start on March 21, there are no significant board examinations on March 22, the day of the bandh.

But a lot of schools will continue to hold internal exams and tests for lower classes — and these may be impacted.

The Associated Managements of Private Unaided Schools in Karnataka has reportedly told the Times of India that exams will go ahead as scheduled.

D Shashi Kumar, General Secretary of the association, said, "We wish to be part of the protest, but we can only give moral support because we have exams going on in the state. Cancelling or putting them off will impact children, which we don't wish to occur."

Transport problems may further make it more difficult for the students to attend school safely. The Ola Uber Drivers and Owners Association have assured full cooperation for the bandh, saying that no taxis will ply. 

Further, a major percentage of Bengaluru's 2,00,000 autorickshaws also might remain non-operational on the roads, keeping parents and students anxious for daily commutes. The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) also hasn't come out with news about buses functioning or not.

Some schools are said to be seeking alternatives, such as switching over to online sessions or postponing internal examinations. Others are exercising caution and not making final plans until the degree of response in the bandh is observed.

Times of India states that the bandh is being called against the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill and the incidents in Belagavi, where a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) conductor was attacked for not speaking Marathi.

With only days remaining, students and parents are being urged to remain in constant touch with their respective school management for the latest information. Whether to stay open or close will finally depend upon the extent of transport disruption and if student safety can be maintained.

Nagaland University will launch new undergraduate (UG) courses in Basic Sciences from the 2025-26 academic year. The university will also set up a Multidisciplinary Research Centre running advanced programmes under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Nagaland University Vice-Chancellor Professor Jagadish K Patnaik stated that the Nagaland University plans to launch new undergraduate courses in Basic Sciences from 2025-26, along with a Multidisciplinary Research Centre. The university aims to provide world-class research and training in these fields. The new center will offer 3-year and 4-year UG courses in Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Zoology, with an intake of 50 students. The university will also launch integrated postgraduate and PhD programs in science and social science, as well as integrated PhD courses.

Integrated postgraduate and PhD programs in science and social science will be launched in the near future focusing on interdisciplinary research. Integrated PhD (PG + PhD) courses will also be included.

To ensure flexibility, the university will implement the Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) mechanism to allow students to bank, transfer, and redeem credits. The eligibility for UG and integrated PG courses includes first-class (60 percent) records in all the previous academic enrollments up to Class 12 and CUET (UG) valid scores in the relevant subject.

These programs will improve the art, humanities, natural and social sciences, and communication competencies of students through problem-solving and critical thinking. The programs will also allow students to change majors within broad areas once they have completed their first year. The new projects are expected to enhance the academic standing of Nagaland University and expose students to varied learning experiences.

340 Indian universities will be accepting the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2025 scores, bringing in a uniform admission process for undergraduate studies. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will administer the test, which will include subjects such as science, commerce, arts, humanities, and social sciences across 13 languages. 

According to UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar, CUET relieves students of the strain of taking several admission tests. The deadlines for applications and fees are March 22 and March 23, respectively, with the admission card being released in April.

National Testing Agency (NTA) is the organization that conducts exams.

Dates of the Exam: May 8–June 1, 2025

Exam Mode: Computer-Based Online Test (CBT)

Science, business, the arts, humanities, and social sciences were among the topics discussed.

13 languages are spoken, including Bengali, Tamil, Hindi, English, Marathi, and others.

Why CUET UG 2025 is a Game-Changer?

According to UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar, CUET lightens the load of students by eliminating multiple entrance tests. Students now get to apply to multiple universities with one national-level test, eliminating unnecessary stress and providing a common platform for UG admissions in various streams.

Important Dates

Closing Date for Applications: March 22, 2025

Deadline to submit fees: March 23, 2025

Release of Admit Cards: April 2025

Exam locations: both inside and outside of India

Results Announced: July 2025

How Do I Apply?

Visit cuet.samarth.ac.in, the official website.

Enter your information and submit the required files.

The application fee must be paid by March 23, 2025.

Download the confirmation page, then print it out.

 Several schools and colleges in Nagpur were closed on Tuesday, with some closing down voluntarily and others being directed to close by the authorities following large-scale violence in the city after a protest against Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb. 

District collector Dr Vipin Itankar confirmed that the closure order was restricted to educational institutions within the affected areas.

"We have directed the closure of all educational institutions in the affected areas. No orders have been given at the district level, as the law and order situation is normal in other areas," Itankar explained.

Other schools chose to shut down as a precaution. One school, just short of 10km from the center of the unrest, closed down for the day. The principal said, "Many of our students are from the affected area, and we felt it best to close as a precaution."

District education officer Rohini Kumbhar further stated that school principals were free to announce holidays if they felt the situation in their locality was not safe.

"Schools are free to make decisions on the safety and welfare of their students," Kumbhar said.

Aside from schools, even the owners of school buses adopted a cautious stance. Samar Jog, an executive member of School Bus Owners Association, said, "We decided to leave route closure to members' discretion. But most chose not to travel today. Of about 1,200 buses in the district, with 750 plying within the municipal limits, buses in rural areas will probably keep running."

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Monday stressed the need to make NSS a people's movement and asked students to inculcate positive thinking, work for the welfare of society, and be the driving force behind social reform.

He was addressing after awarding the NSS State Award for 2022-23 at a function organized by the State cell of National Service Scheme (NSS) and the Youth Empowerment and Sports Department at Raj Bhavan.

In his speech, Gehlot urged students to actively participate in NSS along with their studies.

Citing Swami Vivekananda, the Governor said, "Youth power is the foundation of any nation's progress," a statement issued by Gehlot's office read. He said that NSS volunteers, driven by Vivekananda's vision of self-reliance, bravery, and self-confidence, are contributing substantially to society and the country.

Their activities involve cleanliness campaigns, health awareness campaigns, tree planting, relief and rehabilitation in natural calamities, literacy drives, conservation of nature, and encouraging national integration and social harmony in rural as well as urban regions.

He also emphasized the NSS volunteers' active participation in large national campaigns like the Make in India campaign, which focuses on making India a manufacturing hub of the world; the Digital India program, which targets the conversion of India into a digitally empowered nation; and the Swachh Bharat Mission, aimed at building a clean and green India. Gehlot appreciated the outstanding work done by more than five lakh NSS volunteers in Karnataka and congratulated the awardees on their commitment and work.

Looking into the history of NSS, the Governor pointed out that since 1969 with 40,000 volunteers, it has turned out to be one of the largest youth volunteer organisations in the world.

"The scheme continues to help mould the personality and character of youth through social service." He reaffirmed the NSS motto, "Not Me, But You," which expresses the ethos of selfless service and compassion for others.

Quoting Swami Vivekananda once more, the Governor said, "Arise, be alert, and do not stop until the goal is achieved." He urged students to take inspiration from the visionary leader and work for the country as "responsible citizens." The NSS was further urged by him to work on all-round development by taking up backward regions in villages and urban areas and making efforts to bring down school dropout rates.

The Governor distributed a total of 48 awards during the ceremony, which included two best universities/directorates, two best NSS programme coordinators, 12 best NSS units, 12 NSS programme officers, and 20 best NSS volunteers who showed exemplary dedication to NSS activities, the statement further added.