A tragic incident unfolded as two postgraduate students from Fergusson College, Pune, lost their lives after drowning in Mulshi Dam, situated about 40 kilometres from the city. The victims, identified as Pratik Shinde (24) and Shreyas Kandalkar (25), reportedly slipped into the dam while taking selfies near the water's edge.
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Union Health Minister JP Nadda pledges to safeguard AIIMS' legacy and uphold medical excellence
Union Health Minister JP Nadda has reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the prestigious legacy of the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), vowing to maintain the institution’s high standards in medical education and healthcare.
Election Commission enlists students to boost voter turnout, teachers raise concerns
To boost voter turnout across India, the Election Commission of India has introduced a new initiative involving students to promote voter awareness, mainly targeting young voters.
Kerala faces hurdles in implementing four-year undergraduate programs
Kerala’s ambitious plan to introduce four-year undergraduate programs to align with global educational standards is encountering significant obstacles.
Arunachal Pradesh to merge schools with low enrollment for better education
Arunachal Pradesh Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona has announced plans to merge government schools with low enrollment to revitalise the state's public education system. This initiative aims to optimise resources, address teacher shortages, and improve the overall quality of education across the state.
Karnataka Court slaps penalty on institute for failing teachers in distance education scam
The Karnataka Consumer Court has made headlines by imposing penalties on a Dharwad-based institute for failing to deliver promised distance education services to teachers.
Court Highlights Absenteeism Crisis In Education As Teacher's Petition Is Rejected
The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition highlighting the issue of teacher absenteeism, a problem the court deems detrimental to primary education in the country. Justice Ajay Bhanot, presiding over the case, stated that absenteeism must be strictly curbed by the competent authorities, emphasizing its severe implications for educational standards.