Education - The Purbottar

17 Feb

Unversity of Science and Technology Meghlaya degrees fake: Himanta

editorAssam, Education

Training guns on USTM once again, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday levelled sensational allegations against the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), claiming that the institution has been “issuing fake certificates and degrees” to students. The Assam chief minister made the allegation before mediapersons here on Sunday amid queries regarding the university’s “increasing financial liabilities of late”. “The academic system at USTM is fraudulent, and the institution has been issuing fake certificates to students. The degrees, including PhDs, are allegedly being sold at the institution. There are no proper exams,” Sarma alleged. Further, taking a dig…

13 Jan

Dr. Bhagwat Criticizes Regulatory Rigidity in Education

editorEducation

RSS Chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concerns over the stringent regulatory framework in India's education system, emphasizing the need for flexibility to foster innovation and holistic development. He highlighted that excessive regulations hinder the growth of educational institutions and impede the cultivation of critical thinking among students. Dr. Bhagwat advocated for an education system that not only imparts knowledge but also instills values and encourages independent thought. He called for a collaborative approach involving educators, policymakers, and society to create an environment conducive to learning and personal growth. His remarks have sparked discussions on the necessity of educational reforms…

21 Nov

Recently CBSE announces Class 10 and 12 Board exams date sheet

Ashish MajumderEducation

On Wednesday The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released the Board examination schedule for Class 10 and Class 12 students. In fact as per the schedule, the examination of both Class 10 and 12 will commence from February 15, 2025. “For the first time, the date sheets have been issued nearly 86 days before the start of the examinations,” CBSE actually said. This is very important news especially for all Class 10 and Class 12 students. Today students have become very serious in their studies and for this reason they want to perform well in their board exams. Actually…

15 Nov

Recently in Siliguri on Children’s Day deaf and mute children honoured for outstanding sportsmanship

Ashish MajumderEducation, North East

Recently Siliguri’s Prayas Saha and Subheksha Roy will represent India at the upcoming Asia Pacific Deaf Table Tennis Games. Actually on Children’s Day, the two children were honored and recognized by the school faculty for their remarkable achievements. Reportedly, Prayas Saha, a student of class seven at Suryanagar Master Preet Nath Memorial Madhyamik Vidyalaya, and Subheksha Roy, who will be appearing for her secondary exams this year, actually have both been deaf since childhood. However, they have never allowed their disability to hinder their dreams in their life. In fact the two children have participated in various state-level table tennis…

24 Sep

Recently California has become the latest state to restrict student smartphone use

Ashish MajumderEducation

Recently California has become the latest state to restrict student smartphone use under a new law signed by Democratic governor Gavin Newsome. In fact the legislation makes California the latest state to try to curb student phone access to minimize distractions in the classroom and address the mental health impacts of social media on children. This is very important news and we can learn many things about smartphones from it. Today we can’t imagine our life without smartphone and actually we are very much dependent on it. In fact after the invention of smartphone our life has become very fast…

24 Jul

Jitendra Chaudhury calls Union Budget ‘Anti-Poor, Pro-Corporate

Priyanka BhowmickEconomy, Education

Tripura's Leader of Opposition, Jitendra Chaudhury, has criticized the Union Budget for 2024-25, labeling it as pro-corporate and alleging that it primarily benefits large businesses. Chaudhury, who is also a CPIM MLA, expressed disappointment with the budget's focus, asserting that it does little to address pressing issues such as job creation and rural inequalities. “While I haven’t had the chance to review the budget in detail, initial reports and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's speeches indicate that there are no significant changes from previous budgets,” Chaudhury said. He highlighted that the budget lacks specific measures for job creation or solutions for…

28 Jun

Recently students with special needs who successfully cleared the Madhyamik and Higher Secondary (HS) examinations felicitated in Naxalbari

Ashish MajumderEducation

Recently The Darjeeling District Committee of the Paschimbanga Rajya Pratibandhi Sammilani felicitated students with special needs who successfully cleared the Madhyamik and Higher Secondary (HS) examinations. Actually the event held at the Assistant Inspector of Schools office in Naxalbari on Thursday, included the distribution of certificates, financial grants, wheelchairs, tricycles, and blind sticks. In fact Ramprasad Bhattacharya, Secretary of the organization, emphasized their commitment to integrating individuals with special needs into mainstream society through vocational training initiatives. The program was actually attended by DEO of Siliguri Educational District Sarva Shiksha Mission Sreoshi Ghosh, SI of School, Naxalbari Chiranjit Ghosh, Secretary…

27 Jun

NEET-UG paper leak, government to take strict action against the guilty

editorEducation

The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha began, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on Thursday. Addressing the 18th Lok Sabha for the first time, President Draupadi Murmu addressed recent NEET-UG paper leak incident. She said, "If due to any reason there is obstruction in examinations it is not appropriate. Sanctity, transparency are a must in government recruitments and examinations. The government is committed to conduct fair investigation and ensure the most stringent punishment to those guilty in the recent incidents of paper leak." Additionally, the President has also congratulated the…

21 Jun

Recently government said that no complaints were received about UGC-NET exam

Ashish MajumderEducation

Recently The Ministry of Education officials said no complaints were received about UGC-NET exam and it was cancelled taking suo motu cognizance of available inputs. Actually UGC-NET conducted by NTA determines the eligibility of candidates for ‘Assistant Professor’ as well as ‘Junior Research Fellowship’ roles in Indian universities and colleges. In fact it was conducted on June 18. This is actually very sad news as important exam like UGC-NET having this type of problem. Actually education is very important for any country and for this reason people take it very seriously. In fact UGC-NET is very tough exam and all…

11 Jun

On Tuesday Rajganj BDO Prashant Barman made a surprise visit to Nengtagoch Special Cadre Primary School in Panikauri Gram Panchayat

Ashish MajumderEducation

Following the resumption of classes after the summer vacation, on Tuesday Rajganj BDO Prashant Barman made a surprise visit to Nengtagoch Special Cadre Primary School in Panikauri Gram Panchayat. Reportedly, accompanied by school inspector Sajjad Hossain, the BDO found an alarming discrepancy in student attendance. Despite four teachers being present, only 14 out of 76 enrolled students actually attended classes. Expressing his dissatisfaction, BDO Barman inquired about the reasons behind the low turnout. In response to the situation, he immediately mandated a meeting with the school’s management committee and parents to address and improve the attendance and quality of education. BDO…