Education

UGC notifies new regulations to address caste-based discrimination in higher education

The UGC notified the Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026, requiring equity structures on campuses and allowing penalties up to loss of recognition for non-compliance while expanding coverage to include OBCs and dropping a proposed fine for false complaints.

India and Germany agree on roadmap to expand education ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz agreed on a comprehensive roadmap to expand India-Germany ties in the education sector during talks in Gujarat.

Supreme Court scrutiny of private university approvals and affidavit compliance

The Supreme Court said its enquiry into the establishment and benefits of private universities is not a “witch-hunt” or “headmaster” exercise, and questioned the Centre and States for not complying with orders on personally affirmed affidavits.

UPSC candidates required to undergo face authentication at exam centres

UPSC said all candidates appearing in its examinations will undergo face authentication at the exam venue, expanding an AI-enabled verification system piloted in September 2025.

Karnataka plans 900 new public schools to expand rural education

Karnataka plans to establish 900 new Karnataka Public Schools across the State to provide rural students education on par with private schools, Primary and Secondary Education Minister S. Madhu Bangarappa said.

Telangana plans comprehensive education policy and Young India Integrated Residential Schools

The Telangana government resolved to bring out a comprehensive education policy on the lines of the National Education Policy and is developing Young India Integrated Residential Schools as part of education-sector reforms.

Supreme Court dismisses petition seeking probe into alleged CLAT 2026 question paper leak

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking a court-monitored investigation into an alleged CLAT 2026 question paper leak, citing the belated approach after the exam and results.

Israeli forces raid Birzeit University in Ramallah, wounding students and staff

Israeli forces raided Birzeit University near Ramallah, used live fire, sound grenades and tear gas, and wounded dozens of Palestinians, with 11 taken to hospital.

Andhra Pradesh govt trains medical students in mental health

The initiative targets first-year MBBS students in all medical colleges to reduce suicide risk and mental stress.

Karnataka allows visually impaired students to use computers for board exams

Visually impaired students can now type answers on their own computers during SSLC and II PUC exams under monitored conditions.

Andhra Pradesh permits Ayurvedic doctors to perform specific surgeries

Andhra Pradesh allows postgrad Ayurvedic doctors to independently perform specified surgeries, expanding their clinical scope.

Supreme Court extends recruitment deadline for West Bengal teachers, allowing job continuation

Supreme Court extends West Bengal teacher recruitment deadline, permitting sacked untainted teachers to continue working temporarily.

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