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While Many Want Stronger Affirmative Action, the Education Policy Threatens to Dissolve It

08/07/2019 | The Citizen

It’s the ambition of every parent to send their children to “a good school”. For many it remains the most effective means of climbing up the social and economic ladder. It’s a mark of prestige and possible prosperity for parents to witness their children studying in some of the most reputed schools in the country…

While Many Want Stronger Affirmative Action, the Education Policy Threatens to Dissolve It

08/07/2019 | The Citizen

It’s the ambition of every parent to send their children to “a good school”. For many it remains the most effective means of climbing up the social and economic ladder. It’s a mark of prestige and possible prosperity for parents to witness their children studying in some of the most reputed schools in the country…

Education, social mobility, and the RTE policy

21/06/2019 | India Development Review

On 31st May, 2019, the draft National Education Policy (NEP) developed by a committee chaired by K. Kasturirangan, was shared by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD). The policy is open for public comments and review till 30th June, 2019. Amongst other things, it has suggested a comprehensive review of the RTE policy, including Section 12.1.c, which promotes diversity in private unaided schools…

Education, social mobility, and the RTE policy

21/06/2019 | India Development Review

On 31st May, 2019, the draft National Education Policy (NEP) developed by a committee chaired by K. Kasturirangan, was shared by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD). The policy is open for public comments and review till 30th June, 2019. Amongst other things, it has suggested a comprehensive review of the RTE policy, including Section 12.1.c, which promotes diversity in private unaided schools…

New Education Policy ignores universality of learning that RTE ensures, focuses on autonomy of private schools

20/06/2019 | Firstpost

Any policy choice requires making trade-offs between competing or conflicting principles. The implicit primacy of the “principle of autonomy of institutions” over other “foundational pillars of access, equity, quality, affordability and accountability” that the policy otherwise claims to build on is deeply problematic…

New Education Policy ignores universality of learning that RTE ensures, focuses on autonomy of private schools

20/06/2019 | Firstpost

Any policy choice requires making trade-offs between competing or conflicting principles. The implicit primacy of the “principle of autonomy of institutions” over other “foundational pillars of access, equity, quality, affordability and accountability” that the policy otherwise claims to build on is deeply problematic…

Obama Foundation announces Fellows for 2019, Tarun Cherukuri from India makes the cut

01/05/2019 | Prep Tube

Tarun Cherukuri, co-founder of Indus Action, has been named as one of the Fellows of Obama Foundation for 2019. The Foundation has named 20 Fellows this year of which eleven are from the United States while nine are from other countries.

Obama Foundation announces Fellows for 2019, Tarun Cherukuri from India makes the cut

01/05/2019 | Prep Tube

Tarun Cherukuri, co-founder of Indus Action, has been named as one of the Fellows of Obama Foundation for 2019. The Foundation has named 20 Fellows this year of which eleven are from the United States while nine are from other countries.

Network Alumni Selected for 2019 Obama Foundation Fellowship

30/04/2019 | Teach For All

We’re delighted that two Teach For All network alumni — Aimée Eubanks Davis (Teach For America) and Tarun Cherukuri (Teach For India) — are among the 20 2019 Obama Foundation Fellows.

Network Alumni Selected for 2019 Obama Foundation Fellowship

30/04/2019 | Teach For All

We’re delighted that two Teach For All network alumni — Aimée Eubanks Davis (Teach For America) and Tarun Cherukuri (Teach For India) — are among the 20 2019 Obama Foundation Fellows.

India’s Education System Needs a Fix. Can School Vouchers Be It?

05/04/2019 | Reset Fest

There’s a popular joke about the education system in India. “You will get everything in the school — books, uniform, school bag, shoes, and meals,” a teacher tells a student’s parent. “And education?” the parent asks. “Oh, you can enroll your child in tuitions for that.”

India’s Education System Needs a Fix. Can School Vouchers Be It?

05/04/2019 | Reset Fest

There’s a popular joke about the education system in India. “You will get everything in the school — books, uniform, school bag, shoes, and meals,” a teacher tells a student’s parent. “And education?” the parent asks. “Oh, you can enroll your child in tuitions for that.”

Pay up or leave — what Delhi private schools are telling poor students as RTE window ends

03/04/2019 | The Print

Students who took admission in Class 1 in 2011-12 batch have completed Class 8 this year, which means the RTE Act’s EWS quota no longer applies to them.

Pay up or leave — what Delhi private schools are telling poor students as RTE window ends

03/04/2019 | The Print

Students who took admission in Class 1 in 2011-12 batch have completed Class 8 this year, which means the RTE Act’s EWS quota no longer applies to them.

Govt bats for 25% quota for EWS kids in pvt schools

07/03/2019 | Times Of India

The state school and mass education department has decided to partner with New Delhi-based Indus Action to implement 25 per cent admission quota for children from disadvantaged groups in private schools across the state.

Govt bats for 25% quota for EWS kids in pvt schools

07/03/2019 | Times Of India

The state school and mass education department has decided to partner with New Delhi-based Indus Action to implement 25 per cent admission quota for children from disadvantaged groups in private schools across the state.

Exclusion in learning remains, despite RTE Act

06/03/2019 | Hindustan Times

The performance of the RTE implementing states was assessed on three parameters, namely, policy framing, operations and reimbursements.

Exclusion in learning remains, despite RTE Act

06/03/2019 | Hindustan Times

The performance of the RTE implementing states was assessed on three parameters, namely, policy framing, operations and reimbursements.

Cisco expands partnership with Gujarat Govt on skill development

25/02/2019 | The Banking Finance

In alignment with its aim to boost digital transformation across the country, Cisco has inked a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Government of Gujarat. This collaboration will help the brand in ensuring digital training and skill development across the State.

Cisco expands partnership with Gujarat Govt on skill development

25/02/2019 | The Banking Finance

In alignment with its aim to boost digital transformation across the country, Cisco has inked a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Government of Gujarat. This collaboration will help the brand in ensuring digital training and skill development across the State.

Gap in seats, enrolment figure behind poor implementation of RTE Act : Report

22/02/2019 | Tribune India

According to a new report, lack of accurate and latest data for evaluation, slowdown in the growth of EWS student count in schools and gap between the percentage of available seats and enrolment figures are among the reasons behind lapses in the implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

Gap in seats, enrolment figure behind poor implementation of RTE Act : Report

22/02/2019 | Tribune India

According to a new report, lack of accurate and latest data for evaluation, slowdown in the growth of EWS student count in schools and gap between the percentage of available seats and enrolment figures are among the reasons behind lapses in the implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation of RTE: Report

21/02/2019 | Economic Times

Lack of accurate and latest data for evaluation, slowdown in growth of EWS student count in schools and gap between percentage of available seats and enrolment figures, are among the reasons behind lapses in implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) act, a new report said.

Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation of RTE: Report

21/02/2019 | Economic Times

Lack of accurate and latest data for evaluation, slowdown in growth of EWS student count in schools and gap between percentage of available seats and enrolment figures, are among the reasons behind lapses in implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) act, a new report said.

Right to Education: Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation, mentions report

21/02/2019 | Indian Express

Lack of accurate and latest data for evaluation, slowdown in growth of EWS student count in schools and gap between percentage of available seats and enrolment figures, are among the reasons behind lapses in implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) act, a new report said.

Right to Education: Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation, mentions report

21/02/2019 | Indian Express

Lack of accurate and latest data for evaluation, slowdown in growth of EWS student count in schools and gap between percentage of available seats and enrolment figures, are among the reasons behind lapses in implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) act, a new report said.

Parents, not kids, discriminate against poorer classmates: Study

21/02/2019 | The Print

An NGO is studying students in three Delhi schools to understand the social impact of the economically weaker section quota in private schools.

Parents, not kids, discriminate against poorer classmates: Study

21/02/2019 | The Print

An NGO is studying students in three Delhi schools to understand the social impact of the economically weaker section quota in private schools.

निजी स्कूलों में आरक्षित कोटे के तहत गरीब बच्चों का नामांकन 20% होने सहित आज की सुर्खियां

24/12/2018 | Satyagrah

सर्जिकल स्ट्राइक में शामिल मेजर जनरल को यौन शोषण के आरोप में बर्खास्त करने की सिफारिश | महिला क्रिकेट टीम के कोच की नियुक्ति को लेकर विवाद बढ़ा भाजपा और इसके सहयोगी दलों ने लोक सभा चुनाव के लिए बिहार में सीट बंटवारे को रविवार को अंतिम रूप दे दिया.

निजी स्कूलों में आरक्षित कोटे के तहत गरीब बच्चों का नामांकन 20% होने सहित आज की सुर्खियां

24/12/2018 | Satyagrah

सर्जिकल स्ट्राइक में शामिल मेजर जनरल को यौन शोषण के आरोप में बर्खास्त करने की सिफारिश | महिला क्रिकेट टीम के कोच की नियुक्ति को लेकर विवाद बढ़ा भाजपा और इसके सहयोगी दलों ने लोक सभा चुनाव के लिए बिहार में सीट बंटवारे को रविवार को अंतिम रूप दे दिया.

निजी स्कूलों में 20 लाख सीटें आरक्षित, भरीं सिर्फ 20 फीसदी

24/12/2018 | Patrika

देश में शिक्षा के अधिकार के लिए वर्षों से प्रयास चलते आ रहे हैं। हालांकि आंकड़े हैरान करने वाले हैं। विधायी अधिकार समूह इंडस एक्शन द्वारा जारी रिपोर्ट के मुताबिक समाज के आर्थिक रूप से कमजोर वर्ग (ईडब्ल्यूएस) के बच्चों के लिए निजी स्कूलों में प्रत्येक वर्ष 20 लाख से अधिक सीटें आरक्षित होती हैं, लेकिन इसमें से केवल 20% ही भरी जाती हैं।

निजी स्कूलों में 20 लाख सीटें आरक्षित, भरीं सिर्फ 20 फीसदी

24/12/2018 | Patrika

देश में शिक्षा के अधिकार के लिए वर्षों से प्रयास चलते आ रहे हैं। हालांकि आंकड़े हैरान करने वाले हैं। विधायी अधिकार समूह इंडस एक्शन द्वारा जारी रिपोर्ट के मुताबिक समाज के आर्थिक रूप से कमजोर वर्ग (ईडब्ल्यूएस) के बच्चों के लिए निजी स्कूलों में प्रत्येक वर्ष 20 लाख से अधिक सीटें आरक्षित होती हैं, लेकिन इसमें से केवल 20% ही भरी जाती हैं।

20 lakh seats reserved in private schools for poor children but only 20% get filled

21/12/2018 | The Print

Report reveals that few private schools have fulfilled this mandatory condition under the RTE Act, and state govts haven’t cracked the whip.

20 lakh seats reserved in private schools for poor children but only 20% get filled

21/12/2018 | The Print

Report reveals that few private schools have fulfilled this mandatory condition under the RTE Act, and state govts haven’t cracked the whip.

Accelerate inclusive education by nurturing Right To Education

19/11/2018 | Education Times

An equal and easy access to education for vulnerable sections of our population is imperative for achieving the vision of UNDP Sustainable Goals of ‘Education for all’.

Accelerate inclusive education by nurturing Right To Education

19/11/2018 | Education Times

An equal and easy access to education for vulnerable sections of our population is imperative for achieving the vision of UNDP Sustainable Goals of ‘Education for all’.

All children deserve the best

08/11/2018 | The Patriot

Being a single parent in a high-profile job, Malvika* says her children were well aware that they couldn’t get into trouble at school and have her called in during the week. “They were really supportive,” she says. But once her son’s maths teacher insisted on meeting her. Malvika was upset, and blunt.

All children deserve the best

08/11/2018 | The Patriot

Being a single parent in a high-profile job, Malvika* says her children were well aware that they couldn’t get into trouble at school and have her called in during the week. “They were really supportive,” she says. But once her son’s maths teacher insisted on meeting her. Malvika was upset, and blunt.

HRD Ministry sought data from states on vacant EWS seats in private schools

22/10/2018 | The Hans India

The HRD Ministry has asked the states to provide data about vacant seats under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category in entry-level classes in private schools.

HRD Ministry sought data from states on vacant EWS seats in private schools

22/10/2018 | The Hans India

The HRD Ministry has asked the states to provide data about vacant seats under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category in entry-level classes in private schools.

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While Many Want Stronger Affirmative Action, the Education Policy Threatens to Dissolve It

While Many Want Stronger Affirmative Action, the Education Policy Threatens to Dissolve It

Education, social mobility, and the RTE policy

Education, social mobility, and the RTE policy

New Education Policy ignores universality of learning that RTE ensures, focuses on autonomy of private schools

New Education Policy ignores universality of learning that RTE ensures, focuses on autonomy of private schools

Obama Foundation announces Fellows for 2019, Tarun Cherukuri from India makes the cut

Obama Foundation announces Fellows for 2019, Tarun Cherukuri from India makes the cut

Network Alumni Selected for 2019 Obama Foundation Fellowship

Network Alumni Selected for 2019 Obama Foundation Fellowship

While Many Want Stronger Affirmative Action, the Education Policy Threatens to Dissolve It

While Many Want Stronger Affirmative Action, the Education Policy Threatens to Dissolve It

Education, social mobility, and the RTE policy

Education, social mobility, and the RTE policy

New Education Policy ignores universality of learning that RTE ensures, focuses on autonomy of private schools

New Education Policy ignores universality of learning that RTE ensures, focuses on autonomy of private schools

Obama Foundation announces Fellows for 2019, Tarun Cherukuri from India makes the cut

Obama Foundation announces Fellows for 2019, Tarun Cherukuri from India makes the cut

Network Alumni Selected for 2019 Obama Foundation Fellowship

Network Alumni Selected for 2019 Obama Foundation Fellowship

India’s Education System Needs a Fix. Can School Vouchers Be It?

India’s Education System Needs a Fix. Can School Vouchers Be It?

Pay up or leave — what Delhi private schools are telling poor students as RTE window ends

Pay up or leave — what Delhi private schools are telling poor students as RTE window ends

Govt bats for 25% quota for EWS kids in pvt schools

Govt bats for 25% quota for EWS kids in pvt schools

Exclusion in learning remains, despite RTE Act

Exclusion in learning remains, despite RTE Act

Cisco expands partnership with Gujarat Govt on skill development

Cisco expands partnership with Gujarat Govt on skill development

Gap in seats, enrolment figure behind poor implementation of RTE Act : Report

Gap in seats, enrolment figure behind poor implementation of RTE Act : Report

Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation of RTE: Report

Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation of RTE: Report

Right to Education: Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation, mentions report

Right to Education: Lack of accurate data, gap in seats and enrolment figure behind weak implementation, mentions report

Parents, not kids, discriminate against poorer classmates: Study

Parents, not kids, discriminate against poorer classmates: Study

निजी स्कूलों में आरक्षित कोटे के तहत गरीब बच्चों का नामांकन 20% होने सहित आज की सुर्खियां

निजी स्कूलों में आरक्षित कोटे के तहत गरीब बच्चों का नामांकन 20% होने सहित आज की सुर्खियां

निजी स्कूलों में 20 लाख सीटें आरक्षित, भरीं सिर्फ 20 फीसदी

निजी स्कूलों में 20 लाख सीटें आरक्षित, भरीं सिर्फ 20 फीसदी

20 lakh seats reserved in private schools for poor children but only 20% get filled

20 lakh seats reserved in private schools for poor children but only 20% get filled

Accelerate inclusive education by nurturing Right To Education

Accelerate inclusive education by nurturing Right To Education

All children deserve the best

All children deserve the best

HRD Ministry sought data from states on vacant EWS seats in private schools

HRD Ministry sought data from states on vacant EWS seats in private schools

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