‘They fired a gunshot’: SC directs seizure of NCERT book, contemplates contempt action against officials

IANS | February 26, 2026 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday came down heavily on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) over references to “corruption in the judiciary” in a Class 8 Social Science textbook, observing that the controversy appeared to be the result of a “calculated move” that has left the judiciary “bleeding”.

NCERT halts Class 8 textbook distribution over judiciary chapter error

IANS | February 25, 2026 11:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has temporarily halted the distribution of its newly released Social Science textbook for Class 8 after certain inappropriate textual material and an error of judgement were found to have inadvertently appeared in Chapter 4, titled “The Role of Judiciary in our Society” (pages 125–142).

SC objects to NCERT’s new Class 8 textbook over mention of ‘corruption in judiciary’

IANS | February 25, 2026 12:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Wednesday expressed strong displeasure over references to “corruption in the judiciary” in a newly introduced Class 8 Social Science textbook published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), remarking that no one would be permitted to “defame or denigrate” the institution.

Leaders across parties react sharply as NCERT revises Class 8 textbook

IANS | February 24, 2026 3:00 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Leaders across parties have reacted sharply to the National Council of Educational Research and Training’s (NCERT) revised Class 8 Social Science textbook, which states that the Congress accepted the 1947 Partition as "the only way forward", sparking a fresh debate over how India’s history is taught.

Gujarat Law Society enters 100th year; CM Patel stresses holistic education under NEP​

IANS | February 23, 2026 10:00 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 23 (IANS) Emphasising the role of the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 in shaping future-ready institutions, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday said Gujarat Law Society’s centenary year offers an opportunity to further align higher education with value-based and holistic learning envisioned under the policy.​

'AI Impact Summit sees India emerging as key player on global stage'

IANS | February 22, 2026 4:29 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) The AI Impact Summit held in New Delhi has turned out to be a landmark event with world leaders and innovators recognising India's growing capabilities and potential to play a key role in the new technological era, as per a report.