Supreme Court Flags Issues in Delhi Fee Cap Law Rollout

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

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The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the Delhi government’s move to implement the new school fee regulation law in the middle of an academic year. The court said the timing could create confusion and practical difficulties for schools, parents, and authorities. Court Questions Mid-Year

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New Bill to Reform Higher Education Framework

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

The Union government is preparing to introduce the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill to overhaul India’s higher education regulatory system. The proposed legislation aims to replace multiple existing regulators with a single umbrella body to streamline governance, reduce overlap, and improve accountability in the sector. The move is aligned with the broader reforms

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Cabinet Clears Bill for Single Higher Education Regulator

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved a Bill to establish a single regulator for higher education, a move aimed at overhauling India’s fragmented regulatory framework. The proposed legislation seeks to replace multiple existing bodies with a unified authority to oversee standards, regulation, and governance across the higher education sector, excluding medical and legal

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India Remains Top Source of Students in US – Report

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

In the 2024-25 academic year, India continued to be the largest source of international students in the United States, with 363,019 Indian students enrolled in U.S. higher-education institutions, marking roughly 30.8% of all international students. China followed with 265,919 students, representing a decline from the previous year. Trends and Highlights Indian student

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Cabinet Clears 57 New Kendriya Vidyalayas

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) under the civil sector across India. The decision aims to enhance access to central-school education, especially for children of central government employees. Investment and Coverage The scheme involves an estimated outlay of ₹5,862.55 crore over nine years. The new schools will be […]

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Kendriya Vidyalayas Enrolment Hits Five‑Year Low at 1.39 Lakh

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

In the 2024–25 academic year, new student admissions in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) fell to just 1,39,660, marking the lowest figure in five years. This is a significant decline from 1,75,386 in 2023–24 and even lower than the 1,95,081 recorded in 2020–21. Overall Student Strength Declines The total number of students enrolled across 1,280 KVs also […]

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US Student Visa Freeze Hits Indian Enrollment

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2025

Thousands of Indian students hoping to begin their studies in the United States this fall are facing severe disruptions due to an unprecedented visa appointment freeze and rising rejection rates. Education consultants across cities like Hyderabad, Delhi, and Mumbai have reported a projected 70–80% drop in student departures compared to last year. With the fall […]

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U.S. Resumes Student Visas with Social Media Condition

By BPN News Desk June 19, 2025

The United States has resumed issuing student visas after a temporary suspension, but with a controversial new requirement: applicants must now make their social media accounts publicly accessible as part of an enhanced vetting process. This development affects foreign students applying under the F, M, and J visa categories and has sparked debate over privacy […]

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Cabinet Approves ₹11,829 Cr Expansion of Five IITs

By BPN News Desk May 8, 2025

In a landmark decision aimed at strengthening India’s higher education landscape, the Union Cabinet has approved a comprehensive expansion plan for five newer Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). These include IIT Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, IIT Palakkad in Kerala, IIT Bhilai in Chhattisgarh, IIT Jammu in Jammu & Kashmir, and IIT Dharwad in Karnataka. The […]

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CBSE Offers Special Exam for Class 12 Hindi Amid Holi

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has confirmed that the Class 12 Hindi Core (302) and Hindi Elective (002) board examinations will proceed as scheduled on March 15, 2025. Despite concerns regarding Holi celebrations, which primarily fall on March 14 but may extend to March 15 in some regions, the board has decided to […]