Bhubaneswar: India’s school education system is poised for a significant transformation as the Central Board of Secondary Education prepares to implement sweeping reforms from 2027 in line with the National Education Policy 2020. The proposed changes aim to shift the focus from rote learning to a more flexible, skill-oriented, and application-based approach, redefining how students…
Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education Odisha has extended the application deadline for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 by one month. Aspirants can now submit their applications until May 9, 2026. The decision comes after several candidates were unable to complete their applications before the earlier deadline of April 9. Officials expect the…
Bhubaneswar: India’s landmark legislation, the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, guarantees 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, marking a significant step toward enhancing women’s political representation. The implementation of the law, however, is contingent upon the completion of the next national census and the subsequent delimitation exercise. Government officials have…
League concludes on a high note strengthening women’s football ecosystem in the region Team Singling Sporting Club (Soreng) Sikkim, wins the final match by 6-0 and takes home winner’s trophy and cash prize of Rs 1 lakh Bhubaneswar : Generali Central Insurance, a joint venture between global insurance major Generali and Central Bank of…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at reducing academic stress and improving student well-being, the Government of Odisha has directed all higher educational institutions to strengthen their psychological support systems. The Department of Higher Education has asked universities and colleges to implement the guidelines of the Manodarpan initiative, in line with the advisory issued by the…
Bhubaneswar: A sense of pride, achievement and new beginnings marked the 11th Graduation Congregational Ceremony of J.D. Birla Institute (JDBI), Kolkata, held on 14 February 2026 at the Vidya Mandir Auditorium. The ceremony celebrated the academic accomplishments of the Bachelors’ and Masters’ graduates of the 2024–2025 session. University dignitaries, members of the Vidya Mandir Society,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward ensuring inclusive early childhood care, Mobile Creches, with the support of EFS Facilities Services, inaugurated a creche and childcare centre in a ragpickers’ colony in Kolkata, West Bengal. This is the first structured childcare facility of its kind in the community, created to support children of waste picker and…
Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education has officially announced the schedule for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026, a mandatory qualification for candidates aspiring to become teachers in the state. Key Dates Application Window: March 26 to April 9, 2026 (online mode) Admit Card Release: May 15, 2026 Examination Date: May 29, 2026 Candidates…
Bhubaneswar: Aakash Institute today announced the launch of its Specialized Academic Programs designed specifically for students of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE). The initiative is aimed at helping students adapt to the evolving academic structure under the new semester-based system while simultaneously preparing for competitive examinations such as NEET and WBJEE….
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has launched a major initiative to promote sports and youth engagement in remote and Maoist-affected regions under its “Gramodaya” campaign. As part of the programme, the Department of Sports and Youth Services will distribute sports kits to 485 villages across 10 districts in the state, aiming to integrate youth into…