Jaipur, Feb 18 (IANS) The Rajasthan Assembly witnessed heated exchanges and uproar on Wednesday over the collection of a “consultation fee” of Rs 1,000 allegedly being charged from students in state universities and colleges, with Opposition members accusing the government of irregularities and lack of transparency.Congress MLA from Shahpura, Manish Yadav, raised the issue in the House and accused the government of allowing unauthorised and arbitrary fee collection from students over several…
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New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) There is an urgent need to close the artificial intelligence (AI) divide between the Global North and South, Microsoft Vice Chair and President, Brad Smith, said here on Wednesday.Speaking at a session during the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’ here, he said the economic divide was created by unequal access to technology, specifically electricity.”Technology, for over a century, drove industrialisation and prosperity across the Global North before it really took off in…
Jaipur, Feb 18 (IANS) Panic spread at Swami Keshvanand Institute of Technology, Management and Gramothan (SKIT) in Jagatpura, Jaipur, on Wednesday after the college received a bomb threat via email.Following the threat, the college administration immediately evacuated students and staff from the campus as a precautionary measure.Police, fire brigade teams, and the bomb disposal squad rushed to the spot and launched a full-scale search operation across the campus.According to officials, the email…
New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 and Class 12 Board examinations 2026 commenced on Tuesday, with lakhs of students appearing across the country for the first papers. The examinations are being held in a single shift from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. As the Board exams began, many students were seen arriving early at their respective centres, carrying admit cards and stationery, while several admitted to feeling anxious on the first day.IANS spoke to a …
Chandigarh, Feb 13 (IANS) The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) will roll out on-screen marking system for the March examinations, Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said on Friday. He said the state would become one of the first state boards to adopt end-to-end digital evaluation, marking a transformative shift in how answer sheets are assessed. “This digital system will enable teachers to evaluate scanned answer sheets on computers, with marks calculated automatically by software, ensuri…
New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the immense talent and boundless potential of India’s students during the ongoing ninth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, emphasising that they hold the complete ability to transform their dreams into reality. In a message shared on X on Monday, the Prime Minister highlighted the core purpose of the interactive programme, saying that ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ aims to guide young minds on how to channel their abilities and skills meaning…
Coimbatore, Feb 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared parts of his interactions with students as part of his unique annual programme ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ and gave them a mantra to launch their own startup and strike a balance between their passion and studies.He also shared practical advice on handling board examinations, building confidence, staying positive, and overcoming common challenges such as anxiety and pressure, while also emphasising that he “learns a lot of things f…
Gandhinagar, Feb 6 (IANS) As board examinations draw closer, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday urged students to treat exams as a measure of their preparation rather than a defining test of life, emphasising mental balance and disciplined routines. He was addressing students during the broadcast of the ninth edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s nationwide interaction programme “Pariksha Pe Charcha” at Anand Niketan School in Gandhinagar.Speaking to students appearing for th…
New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) The ninth edition of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ began on Friday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaging in a lively and interactive session with students, teachers, and parents from across the country.During the discussion, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the crucial role of board examinations in shaping a student’s academic journey.He urged students to treat these exams as their priority, describing them as the foundation upon which future opportunities are built.”Board e…
Kolkata, Feb 1 (IANS) As secondary (Madhyamik) examinations begin in West Bengal from February 2, Monday, the Kolkata Police have launched a helpline to assist the students.If students face any difficulties while reaching their examination centres, they can call the helpline and police officers will come to their aid, it was learnt on Sunday.If students encounter any problems, they can call 9432610039, and the cops will assist them, Kolkata Police said.Assistance will be provided if an examinee …