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Saturday, October 4, 2025
TopicHRD Ministry

Topic: HRD Ministry

Schools that teach ancient Indian scriptures will now have a CBSE-like board

Modi government is ready with a Vedic board, which will be in charge of granting affiliation to Vedic schools. Ramdev's schools to be first beneficiary.

HRD ministry panel wants Institutes of Eminence to get Rs 1,000 crore to boost research

Empowered expert committee says fund should be above general research pool grant and be available to institutions based on their performance.

Separate process to rank smaller universities in future, says Javadekar

Speaking at the Goa University convocation, Javadekar said education should not just be input-led, but outcome-based.

Institutes of Eminence tag starts fight between Modi govt panel and HRD ministry

While panel wants 30 institutes to get the coveted Institutes of Eminence tag, the HRD ministry wants to stick to its original shortlist of 20.

Modi govt to move bill to skirt SC and allow institution-centric quotas in universities

The bill, to be tabled in the upcoming winter session, is also meant to allow universities to continue hiring teachers.

Quizzes, more internal marks, emphasis on EQ: Govt panel calls for revamp of college exams

Panel recommends evaluating students not on just academics but also ‘high moral character’ and tolerance for diversity.

Vice-chancellor of a central university accused of faking German PhD, HRD seeks answers

The vice-chancellor of Bihar's Mahatma Gandhi Central University is believed to have studied at a German institute but couldn't complete his thesis.

No ESMA in DU, Modi govt rolls back decision to curb dissent by university teachers

HRD ministry goes back on plan to make teaching in Delhi University an essential service and punish striking teachers.

Teaching in Delhi University could soon become an essential service

HRD Ministry is looking to examine if DU can be brought under ESMA. If implemented, teachers can face arrest or fine if they participate in protests.

Govt to tweak MPhil & PhD admission rules, now exam will hold more weight than interview

Under current rules, the exam for admission to MPhil and PhD courses in central universities only serves as a qualifying role for the interview stage.

On Camera

Wintrack vs Chennai Customs has unleashed middle class anger. And BJP must worry

It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.