In a groundbreaking display of collective innovation, the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, on Aug 12 hosted ‘Mega Tinkering Day’, India’s largest-ever school-based tinkering event, bringing together students from over 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) across all 35 states and union territories. Held virtually and simultaneously in schools nationwide, the event saw participation of 4,73,350 students from 9467 ATL …

The National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), a deemed-to-be university and premier national institution for educational research, policy, and capacity building, celebrated its 19th Foundation Day with a thought-provoking address by Dr. Ram Madhav, President of the India Foundation, on the theme “Preparing India for the Emerging New World.” Originally established in 1962 as a UNESCO initiative and …

After 52 years of unchecked private school fee hikes, Delhi finally stands on the cusp of reform. The passage of the Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees) Bill, 2025 in the Assembly on August 8 marks a turning point in the city’s education landscape. It is a long-overdue attempt to rein in arbitrary fee increases, restore …

The Supreme Court appointed National Task Force (NTF) on Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) has officially launched its dedicated website. The newly launched website (ntf.education.gov.in) serves as a central platform to gather diverse perspectives from key stakeholders including: Students of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), Parents of such students, Faculty Members, Mental Health Service Providers, …

Establishment of Nodal Centers in Indian Premier Institutions dedicated to Defence and National Security Research is to bridge the gap between the Armed Forces, Security Agencies and Academic, Research Institutions Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is leading the initiative to set up nodal centres for defence and national security research throughout the country. Established under the aegis of Ministry of Education, …

Historic contribution pays tribute to Raamdeo Agrawal’s janmabhoomi and fueling world-class learning and entrepreneurial ecosystems in the state In a landmark philanthropic initiative rooted in legacy and nation building, the Motilal Oswal Foundation (MOF) has committed ₹172 crore towards two of Chhattisgarh’s premier educational institutions, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur (₹101 crore) and the National Institute of Technology …