Devika Pillai, a third-year student majoring in biotechnology from IIT Kharagpur, was found deceased in her hostel room. The 21-year-old's body was discovered hanging from the ceiling of the Sarojini Naidu/Indira Gandhi Hall premises, prompting an immediate response from campus security and medical teams upon its morning discovery on June 17, 2024.
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NCERT to use 'Bharat' and 'India' interchangeably in school textbooks
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has announced it will use "Bharat" and "India" interchangeably in school textbooks, reflecting the terminology used in the Indian Constitution.
Free Higher Education For Girls Delayed, Minister Cites Election Code As Cause
Patil announced that the state would cover 100 per cent of fees for girls in various professional courses starting June 1. However, mid-June has arrived with no government resolution (GR) issued or policy implemented, leading to confusion.
Tamil Nadu Government-Aided Colleges Accused Of Fleecing Students
In a disturbing development, government-aided colleges in Tamil Nadu are reportedly overcharging students by up to six times the official fees despite receiving substantial government funding for salaries, infrastructure, and land. This exploitation has come under intense scrutiny, revealing a significant breach of trust and transparency in the state's education system.
Delhi Schools again face hoax bomb threats, Police propose new measures
In response to a hoax bomb threat at Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, the Delhi Police have proposed the formation of smaller, more agile teams from their existing bomb disposal and detection units. This proposal aims to bolster the efficiency and response time in addressing such threats across the city's extensive school network.
Chhattisgarh Extends Summer Vacation Due To Severe Heat
The Chhattisgarh government has extended the summer vacation for all schools in the state due to extreme heat, according to a PTI report. The school education department announced that schools will remain closed until June 25. This extension was decided late on Sunday evening, July 16.
New UGC framework empowers PG students with flexibility and mobility
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced a new curriculum and credit framework for postgraduate (PG) programs, marking a significant shift towards flexibility and mobility in higher education.