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Monday, August 18, 2025
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Topic: online classes

Govt plans to extend lockdown calendars of classes 1-10, introduce one for classes 11 & 12

The HRD ministry had issued ‘alternative academic calendars’ to ensure minimum interruption of students' education. The tenure will likely be extended to 3 months.

Students retain more in online classrooms, shows data

Research suggests that online learning, which has been rising during the Covid crisis, increases the retention of information in students.

Schools across India move to Microsoft and Google after govt flags Zoom app security issues

While some schools have already switched to apps like Microsoft Teams and Google Meet, others say they’re ensuring the security of students while using Zoom.

CM Adityanath’s 5-step plan for UP students under lockdown that other states can emulate

Due to coronavirus pandemic, govt and private schools in UP are expected to reopen only in July. But CM Adityanath is ensuring students don't miss out on learning.

WFH is giving the world economy a sneak peek at our digital, virtual future

Cheaper internet connectivity has enabled explosive growth in online tools, allowing many white-collar roles to be done at home.

Who goes online to study in Covid times? 12.5% homes of Indian students have internet access

Covid-19 has shut down schools and universities in India with online classes emerging as an option. But National Sample Survey data suggests online teaching is a non-starter for most.

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Why Modi, BJP should worry about bad blood between CEC Gyanesh Kumar and Rahul Gandhi

If there is bad blood between the CEC and the Opposition leaders, it will shake the people’s faith in election results. It’s the worst thing that could happen to Indian democracy.

Navigating Trump’s tariffs is no child’s play. Indian toymakers are losing out on orders, enquiries

Indian toymakers are now exploring new markets, but they want govt to negotiate a trade deal with US soon, introduce incentives and subsidies to make the industry more competitive.

India provides Nepal with military equipment, medical supplies; PM Oli likely to visit next month

New Delhi: India has handed over military equipment, medical supplies, trained dogs and horses to the Nepalese Army Monday, ahead of Prime Minister K.P....

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?