Education, School Education
Supreme Court Mandates Teacher Eligibility Test for All Teachers in Non-Minority Schools
New Delhi, September 1, 2025 — In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India has ruled that passing the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) is now mandatory for all teachers in non-minority schools, including those already in service, to continue their employment or seek promotions.
NCERT Announces Significant Price Reduction on Textbooks for Classes 9-12
New Delhi, December 24, 2024 - In a move that brings relief to millions of students and parents across India, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has announced a 20% reduction in the prices of textbooks for classes 9 to 12, effective from the next academic year.
Government Reinstates Detention for Class 5 and 8 Students
New Delhi, December 24, 2024 - In a significant policy shift, the Indian central government has decided to abolish the 'No-Detention Policy' for students in Classes 5 and 8, allowing schools to detain students who do not meet academic standards in their year-end examinations.
Union Cabinet Approves 113 New Schools to Revolutionize Education Access Across India
December 6, 2024, New Delhi - In a landmark decision aimed at enhancing educational access and quality across India, the Union Cabinet today approved the establishment of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and 28 new Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) in districts currently without these facilities.