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Over 1.18 lakh higher education students participated in a six-week internship and community service program during the 2025-26 academic year. This initiative, aligned with NEP 2020, provided practical exposure in government offices, educational institutions, and NGOs, earning students academic credits and certificates. The program aims to enhance real-world application of curriculum and support future employment.

A dozen girls at a Balrampur Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya fell ill suddenly on Thursday, with eight admitted to the district hospital. The students complained of fainting, vomiting, and headache. In response, the district administration ordered the closure of all Kasturba schools due to heat and humidity.

Bhubaneswar police arrested six college students for kidnapping a Plus II student to settle a financial dispute. The victim was rescued unharmed after a sting operation involving a ransom exchange. The students, aged 19-20, allegedly demanded Rs 1 lakh for his release.

Bhubaneswar police swiftly rescued a Plus II student kidnapped over a financial dispute, arresting six college students within hours. The victim was intercepted while riding a scooter and forced into a vehicle. A ransom of Rs 1 lakh was demanded. Undercover officers posed as family members, leading to the kidnappers' apprehension and the boy's safe return.

Bhubaneswar police swiftly rescued a Plus II student kidnapped over a financial dispute, apprehending six college students. The victim was intercepted on his scooter and forced into a vehicle. A ransom of Rs 1 lakh was demanded. Undercover officers successfully negotiated the rescue within two hours, ensuring the student's safe return.

A Class-XI girl, Payal Kumari (17), who went missing two days ago, was found dead near the Usri river in Giridih. She had left home for computer classes and tutoring, but her phone was switched off after she mentioned completing tailoring work. Police are investigating the incident.

A 20-year-old BTech student faces arrest for allegedly sexually assaulting a female friend. He reportedly forced her to consume alcohol before taking her to his rented accommodation. The survivor, in a semi-conscious state, was assaulted. She reported the incident to the police the following morning after realizing what had transpired.

An FIR under BNS Section 108 has been filed against IIMT University administration after a 23-year-old MBA student was found dead. Her father alleges university pressure over fee dues led to her death. students claim the university threatened her with debarment, prompting protests demanding action against the administration.

In a troubling incident at a residential school in Bihar, 14 girls collapsed from the sweltering heat and required hospitalization. This unfortunate event echoes a prior occurrence where 27 students suffered similar fates. Medical professionals are inclined to attribute their conditions to heat stroke and fatigue, contrasting with earlier cases that hinted at food poisoning.

From Kalyan to Nagpur, medical aspirants describe the fallout of NEET 2026’s cancellation — lost momentum, postponed family lives, abandoned holidays, fresh fears over leaks, and the growing belief that students are paying for failures beyond their control

A 20-year-old student, missing since Thursday, was discovered deceased in a Meerut sugarcane field. Her family alleges kidnapping and rape prior to her murder. Police state the accused confessed to killing her in a fit of rage after discovering chats with another man. Investigations are ongoing, including the involvement of two alleged associates.

A 24-year-old Indian student, Navya Gadusu, died in a road accident in the United States. She was on her way home from a part-time job when her vehicle was struck by a speeding car. The incident occurred on Saturday night. Three other individuals sustained injuries in the collision.

Ronda Stryker and William Johnston's $100 million endowment to Spelman College shifts college fundraising from building-centric models to direct student support. This trust-based capital strategy prioritizes scholarships, housing, and democratic initiatives, aiming to reduce debt and enhance student mobility. The donation focuses on human equity and institutional stability, empowering students and fostering academic advancement.

A new technology platform, Scribe Bank, has launched to connect visually impaired students with verified volunteer scribes, ensuring they can take exams without being turned away. This initiative by Save the Quest, supported by Indian Oil, aims to bridge a critical gap in accessibility.

An Army jawan has been arrested in Ranchi for allegedly molesting a female student. The incident occurred on Friday as the 23-year-old victim was returning from college. Police have registered an FIR and forwarded the 38-year-old accused, from Haryana and posted in Ranchi, to jail.

A social experiment conducted by Glendale International School in Hyderabad reveals a growing emphasis on behavioural learning alongside academics. Across Grades 1 to 9, 84% of students demonstrated self-management, while others showed strong initiative, collaboration, and planning skills. However, a perception gap emerged—parents focused on academic outcomes, whereas students highlighted life skills like responsibility and listening. The findings suggest that behavioural competencies are becoming integral to classroom learning, even if they remain under-recognised in traditional evaluation systems.

A university student's dream became reality during a Montana field trip. Sarah Wallace, not a palaeontology major, found a rare dinosaur fossil. This discovery, nicknamed the 'Dream Bone', is significant as gryposaur fossils from Montana are uncommon. The find highlights student contributions to scientific research and the meticulous process of fossil excavation and study.