Bhubaneswar, Aug. 18 (UDN): The Odisha Government has opened the application window for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year, inviting eligible students from ST, SC, OBC, SEBC and EBC communities to apply for fresh registration or renewal. Representational Image The scholarship application process began on July 29, 2026, and eligible students can submit their applications through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal until…
Digital libraries to be set up in every Kota-Bundi panchayat: LS Speaker Birla
Kota, August 18: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has announced plans to establish digital libraries in every panchayat of the Kota-Bundi region, with the aim of improving access to education, technology and knowledge in rural areas. Birla said the initiative would help students and young people in villages access digital learning resources and educational content without having to travel to urban centres. The proposed libraries…
Divya Jyoti Ayurvedic Medical College Expands Clinical & Research Infrastructure in Modinagar
Modinagar, Aug 17: Divya Jyoti Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital has expanded its clinical training, research and integrated healthcare ecosystem with strengthened OPD infrastructure, specialised Ayurveda clinics, Panchakarma facilities and research-oriented academic initiatives aimed at supporting growing demand for Ayurveda education and holistic healthcare learning in North India. The expansion comes amid rising student interest in evidence-based Ayurveda education and increasing patient demand for integrated…
OCS Aspirants Meet Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan, Thank Odisha Government Over Attempt Cap Removal
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 17 (UDN): A group of Odisha Civil Services (OCS) aspirants met Prithiviraj Harichandan, Cabinet Minister for Law, Works and Excise and MLA from Chilika, and expressed their gratitude to the Odisha Government for removing the existing six-attempt limit for the OCS examination. Under the revised policy, eligible candidates will now be able to appear for the OCS examination until they reach the prescribed…
The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet Celebrates Independence Day 2026 with the Spirit of Naya Bharat
Hyderabad, Aug 15 – The Hyderabad Public School (HPS), Begumpet, celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with a spirit of patriotism, reflection and innovation, culminating in a vibrant cultural programme that brought the nation’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047 to life. The highlight of the celebrations was Naya Bharat, a theatrical production that seamlessly blended drama, live music, dance and tableaux to present a compelling reflection on India’s journey from its…
NHAI Opens Applications for 2026-27 Winter and 2027 Term Internship Programmes
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has opened applications for its Winter Internship Programme 2026-27 and Term Internship Programme 2027, offering students an opportunity to gain practical experience through live projects in India’s national highway development ecosystem. The one-month Winter Internship will run between December 2026 and January 2027, while the six-month Term Internship is scheduled from January to…
Jason Prevelige Named Director of Sacred Heart University’s Doctor of Medical Science Program
FAIRFIELD, Conn.—Sacred Heart University has appointed Jason Prevelige founding program director of its Doctor of Medical Science (D.M.Sc.) program. Prevelige, a Sacred Heart alum and longtime educator, returns to the University with more than 17 years of clinical experience and a distinguished record of leadership in physician associate (PA) education, health care advocacy, and professional organizations. As founding program director, he will provide academic, administrative, and strategic…
NEP 2020 Driving Holistic and Inclusive Education Across India: MoS Education
New Delhi, Aug. 14: The implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is driving a broad transformation of India’s education system, with a focus on foundational learning, skill development, digital education, flexible learning pathways and reforms in higher education. Representational Image From foundational learning and skill education to digital platforms, flexible learning pathways and higher education reforms, the implementation of #NEP2020 is driving holistic and…
Odisha Issues Gyanodaya Guidelines, Clarifies Free KG-to-PG Education Benefits
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 14 (UDN): The Odisha Higher Education Department (DHE) has issued detailed operational guidelines for the Gyanodaya Shikshya Ru Samrudhi scheme, bringing clarity to the eligibility criteria and coverage of the state government’s free education initiative. Representational Image The guidelines, issued on Friday, specify which students and institutions will be covered and lay down rules governing admissions, attendance and fee collection. Who Will Get…
NITI Aayog Consults Stakeholders on Transforming Vocational Education in Schools
New Delhi, August 14, 2026: NITI Aayog organised a stakeholder consultation on “Transforming Vocational Education in India: Vocational Education in Schools”, chaired by Dr. Joram Aniya, Member, NITI Aayog, with the objective of strengthening the integration of vocational learning into school education. The consultation brought together representatives from the Department of School Education & Literacy and other stakeholders to discuss ways to make vocational…