Odisha revamps School Management Committees to boost accountability and governance in schools

June 29: The Odisha government has issued revised guidelines for the formation of new School Management Committees (SMCs) across all government and government-aided schools in the state, effective from July 1, following the completion of the current SMC and SMDC tenures on June 30, 2026. As per directions issued by the Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA), each school will now function under a single…

Odisha MSME Stakeholders Deliberate on Strengthening Enterprise Ecosystem at KIIT-TBI

Bhubaneswar: Industry leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and ecosystem enablers came together at the Odisha MSME & Enterprise Stakeholder Connect, held at KIIT Technology Business Incubator (KIIT-TBI). The event was jointly organised by BCKIC and the Pernod Ricard Foundation under the Enterprise Odisha initiative to promote entrepreneurship and strengthen the state’s MSME ecosystem. A key highlight of the programme was the panel discussion on “Understanding the Enterprise…

AI Embedded Across Curriculum as Management Education Adapts to Changing Workplace Demands

New curriculum integrates AI, experiential learning, industry projects, and emerging business practices across Marketing, Finance, Analytics, and HR BENGALURU, June 27 — As Artificial Intelligence reshapes industries and redefines workplace expectations, management education is undergoing a significant transformation. Reflecting this shift, the International School of Management Excellence (ISME), Bengaluru, convened its Annual Board of Studies (BoS) meeting, bringing together 19 senior industry professionals and 23 faculty…

Applications Open for National Teachers’ Awards 2026 Till July 10

June 25: The Ministry of Education has announced that online applications for the National Teachers’ Awards 2026 are now open and will remain available until July 10. The awards aim to recognize and honor outstanding contributions by teachers across the country who have demonstrated excellence in teaching, innovation in education, and commitment to student development. Eligible teachers from schools, colleges, and other educational institutions can…

MAHE Ranked Global No. 1 for SDG 5 in THE Impact Rankings 2026

June 25: The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has achieved outstanding global recognition in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026, securing the World No. 1 position for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality. This remarkable achievement highlights MAHE’s continued commitment to promoting inclusivity, gender equity, and empowerment of women across all levels of its academic and institutional ecosystem. The ranking reflects the…

Global Recognition for NIT Rourkela as 67 Faculty Enter Top Scientists List

Rourkela, June 25 (UDN): In a significant global academic recognition, 67 faculty members from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have been featured in the SciRank Global World’s Top 5% Scientists List. The annual list, published by the Global Institute of Scientometrics, identifies researchers who have made outstanding scientific contributions based on the impact of their work. The latest edition evaluates more than 10…

FPSB Releases New Practice Guidance Note on the Use of AI in Financial Planning

DENVER, COLO – 24 June 2026 – Financial Planning Standards Board Ltd. (FPSB), the nonprofit, standards-setting body for the global financial planning profession and owner of the international CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER certification program, is pleased to announce the release of its new Practice Guidance Note: Use of Artificial Intelligence in Financial Planning, designed to help financial planning professionals use artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly while meeting their ethical…

OSEPA to Roll Out School Bag Distribution for Sishu Vatika to Class III

Bhubaneswar, June 25 (UDN): The Odisha government has announced the distribution of free school bags to students studying from Sishu Vatika to Class III in government schools across the state. The initiative has been undertaken by the Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) as part of efforts to strengthen foundational education and ensure essential learning support for young students. According to an official communication, school…

TN School Education Dept Launches Digital QR-Based Petition Platform

Chennai, June 25: The Tamil Nadu School Education Department has introduced a QR code-based e-petition system aimed at simplifying and speeding up the process of addressing public grievances, marking a significant step towards digital governance in the education sector. The initiative was launched by the School Education Minister as part of the state’s broader push to enhance transparency, accessibility, and efficiency in public service delivery.…

Geneo AI by Schoolnet Brings a Unified Academic Ecosystem for 25 Million Learners in 100,000 Over Indian Schools

New Delhi, June 25: Schoolnet India Limited, India’s first and one of the  Ed-Tech service providers, is advancing its ‘One School, One Solution’ vision through Geneo AI, a unified academic system that brings together academics, assessments, innovation, and future readiness within a single ecosystem.  Drawing on more than two decades of experience in education and its work across over 100,000 schools impacting more than 25…