India’s largest school education scheme is facing a quiet funding crisis. Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, the Union government’s flagship programme covering school education from pre-primary to Class 12, is receiving higher headline allocations on paper. But the real story lies beneath the numbers. Even as Budget 2026-27 increased allocations for Samagra Shiksha, budget cuts have resulted…
MAHE hosted MAGSCON 2026 in Manipal, bringing together global leaders to accelerate progress on all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals through collaboration, innovation, and education. The conference highlights the growing role of universities in driving sustainable development, AI integration, and global partnerships. The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) opened its doors to the world…
The GEM Report 2026 highlights that while education access is increasing globally and in India, major gaps remain in equity, completion rates, and early education pathways. It stresses that expanding enrollment alone is not enough without ensuring equal opportunities and learning outcomes for all. Global Progress and Persistent Gaps The Global Education Monitoring Report (GEM…
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…
India stands at a decisive moment in its educational journey. The world is rapidly transforming through technology, artificial intelligence, and changing labour markets. The country’s demographic dividend will only pay off if backed by strategic and sustained investment in education. While access to schooling has expanded over the decades, the next phase of reform must…
Telangana has launched a major push to modernise medical education. The state government has announced that all 35 government medical colleges will get digital classrooms. The move aims to boost learning quality and ensure uniform standards across urban and rural institutions. Health and Medical Education Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha announced the initiative at a high-level review…
