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On February 12, 2026, Dharmendra Pradhan launched India’s national AI adoption drive in education at the Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026, introducing the Bharat EduAI Stack to modernise classrooms, labs, and research. Aligned with the NEP 2020, the initiative promotes AI-powered learning, teacher support, early AI education, research expansion, and ethical global cooperation, aiming to…
Uttar Pradesh has identified 948 heritage trees across all 75 districts, marking a major step in environmental conservation and cultural preservation. The initiative promotes biodiversity protection, community involvement through a tree adoption scheme, and a more holistic approach to conservation that safeguards both natural and historical heritage. Uttar Pradesh has recently taken a significant step…
The article highlights widespread child sexual abuse (CSA) in India and the lack of effective protection policies. Nirmal Initiative’s Sukhawati program creates safe school and community spaces, trains teachers, engages parents, and addresses caste, gender, and disability to promote child dignity and safety. Child rights to education, care, health, safety – are routinely violated. A…
Delhi government will launch the Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana from April 1, 2026, replacing the Ladli Scheme to provide structured financial support for girls. Eligible beneficiaries can receive up to ₹1 lakh through direct benefit transfers at key education stages, aimed at reducing dropouts among economically weaker sections. The Delhi government has announced a major policy…
STEMPlay Labs, founded by Aditi Prasad in Chennai, is transforming STEM education by offering screen-free, hands-on learning through products like Wonder Briks and PictoMath. The startup emphasizes creativity, problem-solving, and equitable access, preparing children for 21st-century skills while promoting social impact and inclusion. Chennai is no longer just a hub of industry and intellect, it…
In 2025, over half of complaints from Indian students abroad—around 200 of 350 cases—came from Russia, highlighting issues like harassment, discrimination, and unfair expulsions. The Indian government, through MEA and the MADAD portal, is enhancing support and monitoring, while students increasingly seek safer alternatives for overseas education. New data from the Indian government reveals a…
The Supreme Court of India called Rs 54,000 crore in cyber fraud “absolute robbery” and directed the Centre, RBI, banks, and telecom authorities to implement an urgent SOP to prevent digital scams. It highlighted digital arrest scams targeting retirees and urged faster action, accountability, and a compensation framework for victims. India’s highest court has issued…
Reliance Foundation has trained 3 lakh youth and helped 1.8 lakh secure jobs through nationwide skilling programs. The initiative focuses on digital skills, workplace competencies, and career pathways via its AI-powered Skilling Academy. Supported by public-private partnerships and aligned with the Skill India mission, it prepares youth for India’s evolving job market. Reliance Foundation marked…
In Ludhiana, a proposal to convert school-reserved land in Rajguru Nagar into residential housing has sparked objections from civic groups and residents, citing planning laws and Right to Education (Article 21A). Critics warn that repurposing public-purpose land undermines urban governance, educational access, and sets a dangerous precedent for future development A growing urban planning dispute…
Ashoka University has vowed to act after videos emerged showing students chanting casteist slogans on campus. The clips prompted a fierce debate about freedom of expression, respect, and discrimination at one of India’s leading private universities. The video shows groups of students shouting phrases such as “We need a caste census” and “Brahmin-Baniyawaad Murdabad” in…
