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Maharashtra Transporters Threaten Indefinite Strike from March 5 Over E-Challan Dispute, Exams and Supply Chains at Risk

Transporters in Maharashtra have announced an indefinite strike from March 5 against the e-challan system, citing heavy digital traffic fines and financial stress. The protest may disrupt supply chains and board examinations across the state. Transporters across Maharashtra have warned of an indefinite statewide strike beginning March 5 over unresolved concerns related to the e-challan…

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Modi Hosts Macron in Mumbai as India-France Ties Reach New Heights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai to elevate India-France ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership, focusing on defence, AI, innovation, trade, and technological cooperation. Key initiatives include Rafale jets, Hammer missiles, the India-France Year of Innovation 2026, and collaborative efforts on responsible AI and global stability. Prime Minister Narendra…

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CM SHRI Schools Project Rolled Out in Delhi, 7,000 Classrooms to Go Smart by 2026

Delhi has launched the CM SHRI Schools Project to modernise government education, aiming to convert 7,000 classrooms into AI-enabled smart classrooms by 2026. The initiative aligns with National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) and focuses on digital learning, skill development, career guidance, and inclusive education. New Delhi has formally entered a new phase of public…

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India’s AI Revolution Must Focus on Jobs, Education to Lead Global Economy

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, officials stressed that India can become a global AI leader only through education reform, upskilling, and coordinated policy to ensure inclusive growth and prevent job displacement. Experts highlighted that AI will reshape jobs, not eliminate them, making skills development, vocational training, and strong public-private collaboration crucial for sustaining…

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Maharashtra Approves Complete Exam Fee Waiver for Higher and Technical Education Students in Disaster-Hit Areas

Maharashtra government approves a full exam fee waiver for higher and technical education students in 282 disaster-hit talukas for 2025–26, benefiting 1.5–2 lakh students and ensuring uninterrupted education despite floods and natural calamities. Key Highlights • Maharashtra Cabinet approved a complete examination fee waiver for higher and technical education students in disaster-hit talukas.• The waiver…

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Bharat Bodhan AI 2026: How India Plans to Transform Education with AI-Powered Personal Tutors

Bharat Bodhan AI is India’s initiative to introduce AI-powered personal tutors and teacher-support tools to provide personalised, multilingual, and inclusive learning, improve educational outcomes, and bridge the urban-rural divide while adhering to ethical AI standards. India has taken a major step toward integrating artificial intelligence into its education system through the Bharat Bodhan AI initiative….

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Kerala Approves Women’s Policy 2026 to Strengthen Gender Justice and Economic Empowerment

Kerala has approved its Women’s Policy 2026, shifting to a rights-based approach that strengthens gender justice, economic empowerment, digital safety, and leadership opportunities. The policy focuses on boosting women’s workforce participation, improving legal protections against gender-based violence, and ensuring inclusive support for marginalized women through stronger monitoring and gender budgeting. Kerala has approved a new…

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India Mandates 3-Hour Deadline for Social Media Platforms to Remove Unlawful Content

India mandates major social media platforms like Meta, X, and YouTube to remove unlawful content within 3 hours of official orders to curb misinformation, hate speech, and threats to public order. India has introduced a strict new rule requiring social media companies to remove unlawful content within three hours of receiving official orders. The move…

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CBSE Reintroduces On-Screen Marking for Class 12 Board Exams After 12 Years

CBSE has reintroduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) for Class 12 board exams after 12 years to make evaluation faster, accurate, and transparent, while reducing human errors. Schools and teachers will undergo training and need proper infrastructure to implement the system. After more than a decade, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reintroduced on-screen marking…

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