News from the world of Education: January 6, 2026
Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

Canadian International School will host the 11th edition of its Juniors Golf Tournament for students.

https://www.thehindu.com/education/news-from-the-world-of-education-january-6-2026/article70479695.ece

JEE Main Session 1 Schedule 2026: Exam dates revised, check updated timetable here
As per the updated schedule, the first session is set to be held between January 21 and 29, 2026, and the next session will be held between April 2 and 9, 2026.JEE Session 1 Schedule 2026 Revised: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a change in the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam schedule. Earlier today, the NTA issued the exam city-slip on its official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in. As per the updated schedule, the first session is set to be held between January 21 and 29, 2026, and the next session will be held between April 2 and 9, 2026.

https://indianexpress.com/article/education/jee-main-2026-exam-session-1-revised-schedule-admit-card-release-date-download-link-jeemain-nta-nic-in-10461821/

ICAI introduces mandatory ‘e-diary’ for CA students starting articleship from January 2026
Students can access the e-diary using their Self-Service Portal (SSP) login credentials. The platform allows trainees to view past entries, edit or delete records before submission, and track the approval status of each submission.The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has introduced a digital platform, called the e-diary, to record attendance and work performed by articled trainees during their practical training period. The e-diary will be mandatory for all CA students commencing practical training from January 1, 2026, according to an official statement.

https://indianexpress.com/article/education/icai-mandatory-e-diary-ca-article-training-january-2026-eservices-icai-org-10461971/

Youth, ideas, investment: Delhi's Startup Festival set for January 9
Delhi Startup Youth Festival will take centre stage on January 9 as the Delhi government brings young innovators, students and startup founders together at NSUT Dwarka to push its ambition of turning the capital into India's leading startup hub.Delhi is all set to become the startup hub, with the government focusing on young entrepreneurs and students. Education Minister Ashish Sood said the aim is to encourage youth to become job creators, not just job seekers.

The Delhi Startup Youth Festival will be held on January 9 at Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), Dwarka. The event is being organised by the Directorate of Training and Technical Education (DTTE) and will be inaugurated by the Education Minister

https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/news/story/delhi-startup-youth-festival-to-connect-students-with-investors-mentors-2848880-2026-01-08

MHTCET registrations start for BEd and LLB 3-year courses at cetcell.mahacet.org: Direct link to apply here
MAHACET registrations for B.Ed and LLB 3-year courses: The State Common Entrance Cell has officially started the registration process for B.Ed and LLB 3-year courses under MAHACET 2026.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/mhtcet-registrations-start-at-cetcell-mahacet-org-direct-link-to-apply-here/articleshow/126417626.cms

Inside a chaotic digital record of the Brown University shooting: What students saw, feared, shared
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — When a gunman began firing inside an academic building on the Brown University campus, students didn't wait for official alerts warning of trouble. They got information almost instantly, in bits and bursts — through phones vibrating in pockets, messages from strangers, rumors that felt urgent because they might keep someone alive.

On Dec. 13 as the attack at the Ivy League institution played out during finals week, students took to Sidechat, an anonymous, campus-specific message board used widely at U.S. colleges, for fast-flowing information in real time.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/inside-a-chaotic-digital-record-of-the-brown-university-shooting-what-students-saw-feared-shared-101767894543271-amp.html

Telangana govt to introduce education policy soon: CM
Hyderabad, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said on Thursday that the state government would soon introduce an education policy in line with the National Education Policy.

The government has constituted a committee of experts for the purpose, Reddy said during an interaction with Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur, who called on him here.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/telangana-govt-to-introduce-education-policy-soon-cm-101767891395554.html

NCERT study plans assessment of Class 3 students' basic learning abilities
New Delhi, The National Council of Educational Research and Training will conduct the Foundational Learning Study to assess and strengthen the basic learning competencies of Delhi students at the Grade 3 level of the current academic year, a statement said.
According to the Delhi State Council of Educational Research and Training , the study is tentatively scheduled to be held during February-March 2026 in selected, sampled schools. The list of participating schools will be shared in advance.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/ncert-study-plans-assessment-of-class-3-students-basic-learning-abilities-101767273479605.html

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IIT Delhi's batch of 2000 commits record ₹70 plus Crore pledge at silver jubilee reunion
The Batch of 2000 of the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has announced a pledge of ₹70 crore to the Institute. This is the highest pledge announced by a single graduating batch across all academic batches.
The announcement was made during the Silver Jubilee Reunion celebrations held on the IIT Delhi campus, which brought together the graduates of the IIT Delhi, Class of 2000, from across India and overseas. The gathering provided an opportunity for alumni to reconnect with the Institute through campus visits, interactions with faculty, and engagement with current students, reflecting the batch's enduring bond with IIT Delhi.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/iit-delhis-batch-of-2000-commits-record-70-plus-crore-pledge-at-silver-jubilee-reunion-101767260318560.html

Students conduct science session for underprivileged children
Delhi Public School, sector 45, Gurugram, has expanded its community learning outreach through a series of science workshops conducted for children at its Shiksha Kendra, the school’s initiative that offers free, non-formal education to underprivileged students from nearby areas.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/campus-talks/students-conduct-science-session-for-underprivileged-children/articleshow/126006436.cms

Jharkhand: Education key to development for tribal community, says President Murmu
Gumla , President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday emphasised the importance of education for the development of the tribal community and urged educated individuals to help people avail the benefits of various government welfare schemes.

She said the Centre has been working for the inclusive growth of tribal communities so that development reaches the last person in society.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/jharkhand-education-key-to-development-for-tribal-community-says-president-murmu-101767086047226.html

Delhi school teachers to undergo fresh round of online training
New Delhi, Teachers at government and private schools in Delhi will undergo a fresh round of structured online training as the government has reopened multiple professional development courses for the current academic year.

The State Council of Educational Research and Training has announced the rerunning of NISHTHA courses along with General Continuous Professional Development and nano courses for teachers, school heads and teacher educators across government, aided, unaided and private schools.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/delhi-school-teachers-to-undergo-fresh-round-of-online-training-101766830598949.html

Delhi govt to introduce 'Opportunity Handbook' in schools to foster AI-Led innovation
The Delhi government is set to introduce an "Opportunity Handbook" in government schools, an initiative aimed at exposing students to real-world challenges across key sectors such as pollution, climate change, space, urban logistics and smart mobility.

The handbook is designed to help students move beyond textbook learning and develop problem-solving skills by creating their own prototypes using artificial intelligence (AI), an official said, adding that the initiative seeks to nurture innovation at the school level and prepare students for future careers in emerging fields.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/delhi-govt-to-introduce-opportunity-handbook-in-schools-to-foster-ai-led-innovation-101766554824993.html

Survey Highlights Parental Education Spending Trends

A recent survey revealed the diverse range of what Indian parents spend on education, indicating significant differences between rural and urban households. Expenditure patterns show investment in tuition, digital resources, and extracurricular support. This snapshot highlights both economic priorities and persistent equity challenges across regions.

https://www.jagranjosh.com/articles/this-much-indian-parents-spend-on-children-education-in-india-2025-1800002615-1?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Indian Universities Among Asia’s Top 100

Several Indian institutions — including IITs, IISc, and DU — now rank among the top 100 Asian universities in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026. This marks a continuation of India’s global education ascent, showcasing academic excellence across multiple disciplines and strengthening domestic higher education’s reputation.

https://www.indiatvnews.com/education/news/india-s-iits-iisc-and-du-among-asia-s-top-100-institutions-qs-asia-university-rankings-2026-check-list-2025-11-04-1015833?utm_source=chatgpt.com

CBSE’s Biannual Board Exams for Classes 10 & 12:
CBSE plans to conduct board exams twice annually from the 2026–27 session to reduce exam stress and offer flexibility to students, helping them perform better by choosing their best scores

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/indian-school-education-system-competent-enough-to-handle-board-examinations-twice-a-year-dharmendra-pradhan-101749497733402.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com

New Curriculum Framework with Semester‑Wise Board Exams:
The NCERT‑led curriculum reforms reconfigure board exams into semester‑based syllabi, making assessments more practical and less rote‑focused.

https://www.reddit.com/r/unitedstatesofindia/comments/1iukyck?utm_source=chatgpt.com

NEP 2020 Has Transformed Learning Landscape:
Five years since its launch, NEP 2020 is reshaping foundational skills, early childhood care, vocational streams, and lifelong learning access across India

https://education.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/nep-2020-transforming-the-future-of-education-in-india/122989284?utm_source=chatgpt.com

PM‑SHRI Schools See Enrollment Jump:
PM‑SHRI schools show a 75% increase in student enrolment across multiple states, highlighting community trust in quality improvements under the scheme.

https://visionias.in/current-affairs/upsc-daily-news-summary/article/2025-01-04/the-indian-express/schemes-in-news/student-enrolment-goes-up-by-76-in-40-pm-shri-schools-in-5-states?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Record Teachers, Declining Enrollments:
India now has over 1 crore teachers even as school enrolment dips to a 7‑year low, prompting discussions on resource alignment.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/teachers-cross-1-cr-mark-even-as-school-enrolment-falls-to-7-year-low/articleshow/123570200.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com