Government Temporarily Restricts Telegram Access in Select Context Ahead of NEET (UG) 2026 Re-Exam

New Delhi, June 16: In view of concerns related to exam integrity and the upcoming NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination, authorities have implemented a temporary restriction on certain online communication platforms, including Telegram, as a precautionary measure. The restriction will remain in place until June 22, 2026. Officials stated that the decision has been taken to prevent the potential misuse of digital platforms for the circulation…

SIP Achievers Summit Recognises 120 Students for Outstanding Board Results

 Photo: SIP Abacus felicitated its 120 meritorious alumni (past students) for their excellence in academics Hyderabad, June 14, 2026: SIP Abacus Achievers Summit was held in the city on Sunday at TGSRTC Kalabhavan, Bagh Lingampally, to celebrate the academic achievements of 120 SIP Abacus alumni who secured over 90 percent marks in SSC and Intermediate examinations. Ms. Uma Swaminathan, National Manager, SIP Abacus, Chennai, inaugurated the…

Global EDVentures 2026 Awards Celebrated at Galgotias University; INR 10 Crore Support for Three Student Startups

Greater Noida, June 12 : Galgotias University felicitated student innovators who represented India at EDVentures 2026 in Hong Kong, where Project TACTO emerged as the winning project among teams from 10 countries. During the felicitation ceremony, the University announced funding support under its INR 10 crore Galgotias Innovation Fund for three student-led startups working across sustainability, agritech, robotics, and inclusive learning technologies. The selected ventures…

Disha Publication Launches Errorless 202 PYQ Series With Self-Grading Revision System for JEE 2027

    New Delhi, June 12:Disha Publication , a leading name in India’s educational publishing space, has launched the Errorless 202 New Syllabus Chapter-wise & Topic-wise 25 Years JEE Main PYQ Series (2026–2002) for JEE 2027 aspirants to help students move beyond conventional question-solving and adopt a more structured preparation approach. As competition intensifies and preparation strategies become increasingly data-driven, Previous Year Questions (PYQs) continue…

Odisha Govt Pulls Up Colleges Over Low Usage of Free Wi-Fi, Orders Immediate Corrective Measures

Bhubaneswar, June 11 (UDN): Concerned over the underutilisation of free Wi-Fi services in higher educational institutions, the Odisha Government has directed colleges and universities across the state to take immediate measures to increase student engagement with the facility. The Higher Education Department observed that despite the availability of free internet access in campuses, daily data consumption by students remains significantly below expectations in several institutions.…

AI-Powered Railway Control System for Efficient Urban Train Operation

Researchers develop a new reinforcement learning framework for precise, real-time, and sustainable automatic railway control Urban railways play a key role in sustainable transportation systems. However, achieving precise and energy-efficient train control under diverse operating conditions of urban railways remains a challenge. Researchers from Japan have now developed a recurrent reinforcement learning framework for urban railway speed control that combines expert-guided learning and safety filtering.…

RMetS Weather Photographer of the Year 2026 Opens for Entries

The world’s favourite weather photography competition returns today as the Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) officially opens entries for the Weather Photographer of the Year 2026. Now entering its second decade, the competition invites photographers from around the globe to submit striking images that capture the power, beauty and impact of weather. It celebrates outstanding photography that showcases both dramatic weather events and the growing influence…

IIT Ropar Signs MoU with Rocket Learning to Advance Early Childhood Education through AI and Technology

Partnership aims to upskill frontline caregivers and educators serving India’s youngest learners June 10, 2026: The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with leading ed-tech nonprofit, Rocket Learning, to advance the upskilling of public frontline staff and early childhood caregivers across India. The collaboration brings together IIT Ropar’s research expertise and institutional capabilities with Rocket Learning’s large-scale grassroots reach in…

Telangana Village Sets Example by Choosing Government Schools for All Children

Hyderabad, June 10 (UDN): In a significant step towards strengthening public education, residents of Babapur village in Telangana’s Nirmal district have unanimously resolved to enrol their children in government schools, demonstrating strong faith in the state’s public education system. Representational image The decision was taken after a series of discussions held at the village level, where community members deliberated on ways to improve educational opportunities…

CM Majhi Steps In to Support Meritorious Tribal Student After Media Highlight

Bhubaneswar, June 10 (UDN): A media report highlighting the struggles of a bright tribal student from Keonjhar district has prompted swift intervention from the Odisha government, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directing officials to provide all necessary support for the student’s higher education. Manas Dehuri, a meritorious student from the remote Sudang village under Nayakote Panchayat in Banspal block, had recently come into the…