Gujarat CM launches 24th 'Shala Praveshotsav' from PM Modi's alma mater, highlights fall in dropout rate

IANS | June 23, 2026 2:18 PM

Mehsana, June 23 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday launched the 24th statewide 'Shala Praveshotsav' (school enrolment drive) from B.N. High School in Vadnagar, the school where Prime Minister Narendra Modi received education, and called for sustained efforts to ensure that every child gets basic education.

‘No admission’: Gujarat govt school fills all seats before statewide enrolment drive

IANS | June 23, 2026 12:53 PM

Vadodara, June 23 (IANS) Vadodara’s Kavi Dula Kaag Primary School has filled all available admission seats for the 2026-27 academic year before the state’s annual school enrolment drive begins, prompting the school to place a “no admission” notice outside its premises amid sustained demand from parents.

Ranchi student Avni Kejriwal tops CBSE with a perfect 500 after revaluation

IANS | June 22, 2026 11:59 PM

Ranchi, June 22 (IANS) In an extraordinary display of academic brilliance and perseverance, Avni Kejriwal, a commerce student from Delhi Public School (DPS), Dhurva, Ranchi, has emerged as the CBSE Class 12 national topper by securing a flawless 500 out of 500 marks after re‑evaluation. The remarkable feat was confirmed on June 22, 2026, following the CBSE’s revised results.

NEET-UG 2026: A triumph of coordination, commitment and credibility

IANS | June 22, 2026 6:48 PM

New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) The successful conduct of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on June 21 stands as one of the most remarkable examples of administrative coordination and national commitment in recent years.

Fourteen killed in major fire in Lucknow coaching centre, CM Yogi cuts short Aligarh visit (Lead)

IANS | June 22, 2026 5:56 PM

Lucknow, June 22 (IANS) At least 14 persons were killed in a major fire that broke out in a three-storey building in the Purania area of Aliganj here on Monday, UP Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said.

PIB Fact Check debunks viral claim of NEET-UG 2026 re-exam paper leak on Telegram

IANS | June 22, 2026 11:45 AM

New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau's (PIB) Fact Check on Monday dismissed claims of a question paper leak before the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, calling a viral social media video on the issue 'fake' and 'misleading'.

Students praise security measures as NEET-UG re-exam ends peacefully

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:47 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The NEET-UG re-examination was conducted peacefully across various examination centres in the country on Sunday. After the exam, students shared their views on the difficulty level of the question paper and various other matters such as security arrangements and facilities provided at the centres.

NEET-UG re-exam conducted smoothly across India amid unprecedented security measures (Ld)

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:12 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination was conducted across India and overseas on Sunday. There were massive security arrangements to ensure fair and smooth conduction of exam. It turned out to be one of the largest and most closely monitored examinations in the country's history.

NTA hails ‘Team Bharat’ effort behind successful conduct of NEET UG re-examination

IANS | June 21, 2026 7:47 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday shared a detailed note on X, describing the nationwide coordination that went into conducting the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination on Sunday (June 21) and thanking the thousands of individuals and institutions involved in the process.

Dharmendra Pradhan helps Bengal girl with broken ribs appear in NEET UG re-exam

IANS | June 21, 2026 4:44 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) In a heartwarming gesture, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday helped a critically injured NEET UG aspirant appear for the examination in Kolkata with special arrangements -- a move that drew appreciation from the candidate’s family.

Education

Gujarat CM launches 24th 'Shala Praveshotsav' from PM Modi's alma mater, highlights fall in dropout rate

‘No admission’: Gujarat govt school fills all seats before statewide enrolment drive

Ranchi student Avni Kejriwal tops CBSE with a perfect 500 after revaluation

NEET-UG 2026: A triumph of coordination, commitment and credibility

Fourteen killed in major fire in Lucknow coaching centre, CM Yogi cuts short Aligarh visit (Lead)

PIB Fact Check debunks viral claim of NEET-UG 2026 re-exam paper leak on Telegram

Students praise security measures as NEET-UG re-exam ends peacefully

NEET-UG re-exam conducted smoothly across India amid unprecedented security measures (Ld)

NTA hails ‘Team Bharat’ effort behind successful conduct of NEET UG re-examination

Dharmendra Pradhan helps Bengal girl with broken ribs appear in NEET UG re-exam

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