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The NCERT has pulled out the Class 8 textbook having a chapter on “judicial corruption” (AI image used for representation only).

NCERT forms new Class 11, 12 political science textbook team with focus on Indian knowledge, cultural rootedness

August 19, 2026 19:02 IST

According to an NCERT notification, the team will seek guidance from the curricular area group on social science, languages, Indian knowledge systems, environmental education, innovative pedagogy and teaching-learning material.

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 20, 2026

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 20, 2026: Trump continues to claim Strait of Hormuz as ‘US territory’

August 19, 2026 19:02 IST

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 20, 2026: Know important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates especially curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.

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AIBE XXII registration begins at aibe.digivarsity.online

August 19, 2026 19:02 IST

Bar Council of India opens AIBE XXII registrations from August 19, with applications closing October 27. The exam will be held November 29, 2026. Candidates can apply at aibe.digivarsity.online.

Mumbai University makes APAAR ID compulsory

No hall tickets without APAAR ID, reach 30-minutes before test: Mumbai University’s new rules for semester exams

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

Along with the mandation of APAAR ID, the university has also instructed students to report to the examination hall 30 minutes before its commencement.

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NTA overhaul: Supreme Court seeks Centre’s update on NEET exam reforms

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

According to the Centre's submissions, the question-paper preparation process involves several moderators and subject experts who prepare questions for a common question bank. The experts are not informed about which of their questions will ultimately form part of the examination paper.

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BPSC announced TRE-4 notification for 32,388 posts; why students are still protesting?

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

The recruitment process faced scrutiny after the examination, including verification of candidates and their documents before appointments. The commission has now notified 32,388 teaching posts under TRE-4, with applications scheduled to begin on September 1.

Odisha announces state-backed scholarship for overseas education for SCST students

Odisha announces scholarship programme for students seeking overseas education

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

Under the introduced 'Bidesh Sikhya Bruti' scheme, a total of 50 SC/ST students will be selected from various streams to pursue higher education in foreign universities. Shortlisted students will receive financial assistance of up to Rs 25 lakh.

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Bihar Board expands free JEE, NEET coaching to 155 Model Schools; ‘Vidya Saathi’ app to connect students with teachers

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

Students will have access to subject-wise video lessons prepared by expert teachers in accordance with the JEE and NEET syllabi. The lessons will be shown through smart TVs and smart boards installed at the schools.

NEET UG 2026 Counselling

NEET UG 2026 Counselling: MCC postpones Round 1 seat allotment to August 21; check revised dates

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

The round 1 final allotment result of NEET UG 2026 counselling will now be uploaded on August 21. Candidates who get a college or a medical seat allocation will be required to report to the allotted institution between August 22 and August 31.

AICTE Academic Calendar 2027-27

AICTE revises calendar of technical institutions for academic year 2026–27, check new dates

August 19, 2026 19:03 IST

The classes for students enrolled in the first year of technical courses have started from Monday, August 17

NTA refresh: 4-tier paper checks, 600 experts out, CISF security at offices

NTA refresh: 4-tier paper checks, 600 experts out, CISF security at offices

August 19, 2026 09:02 IST

The ministry has been under fire over the NEET-UG paper leak and the recent lapses in the UGC-NET papers — the two exams are among the many conducted by the NTA.

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 19, 2026

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 19, 2026: Subject-experts replaced, revamped security with CISF among changes in NTA

August 19, 2026 16:57 IST

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 19, 2026: Know important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates especially curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.

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IIT Bombay launches e-Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science, AI

August 19, 2026 09:05 IST

The e-PG Diploma will include both synchronous and asynchronous online learning, along with an in-person campus immersion at IIT Bombay.

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IIT Kanpur, Ambedkar University Agra introduces cybersecurity course for over 3 lakh students across 570 colleges

August 19, 2026 09:06 IST

The initiative will also establish a dedicated Cybersecurity Counselling Cell (CCC) at the university. The cell will focus on mitigating cybercrime incidents and providing students with prevention and support related to cybersecurity threats.

BPSC TRE 4 notification out, check important dates

BPSC TRE-4 notification out for 32,388 posts; registrations start from September 1

August 19, 2026 09:07 IST

According to the notification, the online application process will begin on September 1, 2026. Candidates will have to complete the payment and application process within the prescribed deadlines on the official website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.

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JMI placements: 34 students selected by TCS, highest package up to Rs 11.59 lakh

August 19, 2026 09:09 IST

A total of 300 students participated in the TCS aptitude test held on July 25 at the Computer Laboratories of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology.

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Out of 580 overseas scholarship beneficiaries in 7 years, 234 came from one state

August 19, 2026 11:15 IST

The Ministry said it is taking steps to increase awareness about the National Overseas Scholarship Scheme. Scheme guidelines and instructions are published on the Department's website. Advertisements are also published in newspapers.

srcc delhi university new programme

SRCC, EY India launch 12-month AI-focused programme for UG students

August 19, 2026 09:12 IST

With its combination of AI coursework, industry exposure, mentoring and project-based learning, AI VIBE is aimed at giving SRCC students an opportunity to build skills across technology, business and economics within a structured 12-month programme.

UDISE

Internet reaches 67.4% schools, nearly one-third still without connectivity: UDISE+

August 19, 2026 09:12 IST

However, the computer availability recorded a larger increase during the same period. The proportion of schools with computer facilities rose from 64.7 per cent in 2024-25 to 69.9 per cent in 2025-26.

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Delhi schools to introduce vocational education, third language in Class 9 under revised rules

August 19, 2026 09:13 IST

The revised rules prescribe that a student must secure at least 33 per cent separately in internal, or, practical and external assessment in each of the six main subjects, it said and added that students must also secure at least 25 per cent in the annual examination to be eligible for promotion.

iit kharagpur, iit jam exam 2026

IIT JAM 2027 registrations begin from Sept 5; check exam schedule, eligibility and more

August 19, 2026 09:14 IST

JAM is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes in science and related disciplines offered by participating IITs. The official JAM 2027 website has advised candidates to check the detailed eligibility requirements before submitting their applications.

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NEET UG 2026: MCC extends choice-filling deadline for Round 1

August 19, 2026 09:15 IST

Candidates can now submit their choices until 11:59 pm on August 18, according to an official notice issued by the MCC on August 17.

NTA director general abhishek singh, education minister prahlad joshi, and higher education secretary deepti gaur mukerji

Education Ministry reviews NTA reforms after UGC-NET June re-exam ordered

August 19, 2026 09:16 IST

NTA has also been directed to conduct a thorough audit of its examination processes and submit a report detailing the corrective measures taken.

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 18, 2026

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 18, 2026: Trump praises India’s voter ID system; Jharkhand student leader ends fast after JSSC-CGL scrapped

August 18, 2026 11:39 IST

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, August 18, 2026: Know important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates especially curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.

KVS, NVM recruitment examination 2026

CBSE KVS, NVM tier 2 recruitment exam: Result to be announced phase-wise

August 18, 2026 09:28 IST

Candidates who appeared for the tier-II recruitment examination will be able to check their results through the designated result portal - examinationservices.nic.in by entering their registration number and password.

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