The Kerala High Court on Monday deferred the implementation of a government order mandating Hindi as the third language in Lakshadweep schools, depriving students of the option to choose Arabic or Mahl languages previously available to them, observing that a language holds deep cultural significance and any changes could have serious ramifications.
Under the new curriculum framework introduced in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Maharashtra School Education Department has declared Hindi a compulsory third language for students from classes 1 to 5 in both Marathi- and English-medium schools.
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MPs on Monday protested against the National Education Policy (NEP) and Hindi imposition in the Lok Sabha, triggering a heated exchange that led to the House being adjourned until noon, shortly after the second leg of the Budget Session commenced.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday released the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) manifesto, while the party also announced a list of candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) once again came under scrutiny for urging universities to establish selfie points featuring the image of Prime Minister Narendra...