News / Author / Nilesh Mathur

Nilesh Mathur

Nilesh Mathur is online news editor with Hindustan Times. He has worked on the online news desk for the last 23 years. Presently, he covers education and career-related news.

Articles by Nilesh Mathur

Bihar Election 2020: Results for Arwal, Kurtha, Jehanabad, Ghosi, Makhdumpur, Atri

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Get latest updates on the counting of votes, latest trends, trailing, leading candidates for Arwal, Kurtha, Jehanabad, Ghosi, Makhdumpur and Atri seats under Jehanabad Lok Sabha constituency.

Voters undergo thermal screening at a polling booth as they stand in queues to cast their votes during the Bihar Assembly Election.(ANI File)

elections

Updated on Nov 11, 2020 02:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: Results for Mohania, Bhabua, Chainpur, Chenari, Sasaram, Kargahar

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Get round-wise updates on vote counting, latest trends, trailing, leading candidates for Mohania, Bhabua, Chainpur, Chenari, Sasaram, Kargahar Vidhan Sabha constituency.

Bihar Results 2020: A security official keeps a vigil as voters stand in queues to cast their votes at a polling station during Bihar Assembly Elections.(PTI file)

elections

Updated on Nov 11, 2020 02:17 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Bihar Election 2020: Results for Kutumba, Aurangabad, Gurua, Imamganj, Rafiganj and Tikari

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Here are the latest updates on trailing and leading candidates, winners and losers and other important details as counting progresses for Kutumba, Aurangabad, Gurua, Imamganj, Rafiganj and Tikari seats which fall under the Aurangabad Lok Sabha constituency.

Bihar Result 2020:The counting of votes for the 243-member Bihar legislative election 2020 is in progress at 55 counting centres in the 38 districts of the state(PTI file)

elections

Updated on Nov 11, 2020 03:25 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Bihar Election 2020: Results for Sherghati, Barachatti, Bodh Gaya, Gaya Town, Belaganj, Wazirganj seats

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Get round-wise updates on vote counting, latest trends, trailing, leading candidates for Sherghati, Barachatti, Bodh Gaya, Gaya Town, Belaganj, Wazirganj seats under Gaya Lok Sabha constituency.

elections

Updated on Nov 11, 2020 02:54 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Uttarakhand CM launches free Wi-Fi service for govt colleges, universities

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to provide free internet to all government colleges and universities..

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Sunday launched free high-speed WiFi service for all government colleges and universities in the state.(PTI file)

education

Published on Nov 09, 2020 10:01 AM IST

Dehradun | ByPTI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

Maharashtra board 10th, 12th exams will not be held before May 2021: Minister Varsha Gaikwad

Maharashtra School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad on Friday said the examinations of Class 10 and 12 conducted by the state board will not be held before May 2021 due to the prevailing coronavirus situation.

education

Updated on Nov 06, 2020 03:07 PM IST

Mumbai | ByPress Trust of India | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

84 schools in Uttarakhand’s Pauri district closed for five days after 80 teachers test Covid positive

Eighty-four schools in five blocks of Pauri district in Garhwal Division have been closed for 5 days after 80 teachers test positive for COVID-19, an official said on Friday.

The teachers, working in schools of Khirsu, Pauri, Kot, Pabo and Kaljikhal blocks of Pauri district of Uttarakhand, detected positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. Schools in the state were re-opened on November 2.(PTI file)

education

Updated on Nov 06, 2020 02:26 PM IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | ByANI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

COVID-19: School principals not in favour of postponing board exams

The school principals believe that the postponement of board exams will not be a right move as it will impact the schedule of higher education entrance exams and admission processes as well, which will be disturbing for students.

Several school principals in the national capital and adjoining areas are not in favour of postponement of the CBSE board exams next year in view of continuing closure of schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic.(HT file)

education

Updated on Nov 02, 2020 04:13 PM IST

New Delhi | ByPTI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

5 tips for students to enhance their productivity while studying at home

Here are 5 tips on what students can do to increase their productivity and stay focused and motivated during this time.

education

Updated on Nov 02, 2020 04:15 PM IST

ByRohan Parikh | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

Kerala CM urges govt colleges to obtain higher grading from NAAC

Universities and colleges in government sector in Kerala should strive to obtain higher grading from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) so that they could get funding from the Centre, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said.

education

Updated on Oct 27, 2020 08:14 PM IST

Thiruvananthapuram | ByPTI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

NEP 2020: Impact of National Education Policy on preschools

The National Education Policy is very promising and futuristic which takes into consideration that the first 1000 days are very crucial for the child.

education

Published on Oct 27, 2020 05:02 PM IST

ByPreeti Kwatra | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

India ranks 6th most positive about teachers in 35-country global survey

India ranks among the world’s top 10 countries when it comes to valuing its teaching workforce, according to a new 35-country global survey-based report.

education

Published on Oct 26, 2020 06:18 PM IST

London | ByPress Trust of India | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

IGNOU June TEE results 2020 for final year students released partially: Official

Indira Gandhi National Open University has partially released the results of students who had appeared in the June 2020 term-end examination held for final year/end semester students.

education

Updated on Oct 26, 2020 04:02 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByNilesh Mathur

IIT-Madras convocation held online, over 2,300 degrees awarded

The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras conducted its convocation online on Sunday and over 2,300 degrees were awarded.

Prof Bhaskar Ramamurthi, Director, IIT Madras, addressing the students during the 57th convocation of the institute held in ‘Mixed Reality’ mode.(Handout)

education

Updated on Oct 26, 2020 01:55 PM IST

Chennai | ByPress Trust of India | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

UPSC Prelims result 2020 declared, here’s how to check roll numbers of selected candidates

UPSC civil services preliminary examination 2020: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 results on Friday.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 results on Friday.(HT file)

education

Published on Oct 23, 2020 11:40 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

UPSC civil services prelims results 2020 declared at upsc.gov.in

UPSC Prelims Results 2020: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Friday declared the results of Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 on its official website. The examination was held on October 4.

Candidates who had appeared in the UPSC civil services exam 2020 can check their prelims result 2020 by visiting the official website of the commission at upsc.gov.in.(HT file)

education

Published on Oct 23, 2020 11:02 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

HC stays Delhi govt decision asking 12 DU colleges to pay staff salaries from students fund

Justice Navin Chawla passed the order on a plea by Delhi University Students Union (DUSU), which said the students fund cannot be used for any other activity other than for students welfare.

The Delhi High Court on Friday stayed the decision of the AAP government asking 12 Delhi University colleges, fully funded by it, to pay outstanding salaries to staffers from the Students Society Fund.(Mint/file)

education

Updated on Oct 23, 2020 08:13 PM IST

New Delhi | ByPTI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

CBSE introduces ‘Facial Recognition System’ for accessing digital academic documents of Class 10 and 12

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has now introduced “Facial Recognition System” for accessing digital documents.

Using the latest facial recognition system, CBSE will enable students to download their digital academic documents of class 10 and Class 12.(HT file)

education

Updated on Oct 22, 2020 06:19 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | posted by Nilesh Mathur

NEP 2020: Implementation of New Education Policy in our education system

The Union cabinet in July 2020 approved the New Education Policy (NEP), which aims at universalization of education from pre-school to secondary level.

education

Updated on Oct 22, 2020 04:55 PM IST

ByBijaya Kumar Sahoo | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

IIT Kharagpur develops low-cost, portable COVID-19 testing device ‘COVIRAP’

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has developed a low-cost portable COVID-19 testing device that can deliver results within an hour and it has also received certification from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

According to IIT-Kharagpur officials, ‘COVIRAP’ is a cuboid-shaped portable testing device that can deliver results in an hour, making it an effective tool to scale up coronavirus screening in peripheral and rural areas.(PTI file)

education

Updated on Oct 21, 2020 08:48 PM IST

New Delhi | ByPTI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

NCTE approves extension of validity of Teacher Eligibility Test

National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has approved the extension of validity of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate from 7 years to the life time.

The decision was taken in the 50th meeting of the General Body of NCTE held on September 29, 2020.(HT file)

education

Updated on Oct 21, 2020 03:01 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Karnataka SSLC supplementary result 2020 announced, here’s direct link to check

Students who have appeared in the Karnataka SSLC supplementary exam 2020 can check their results on KSEEB official website.

Karnataka SSLC supplementary result 2020.(Screengrab)

education

Updated on Oct 16, 2020 03:06 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Start-up incubated at IIT Madras develops ‘gamified coding platform’ for schoolchildren

A start-up incubated at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has developed a ‘gamified coding platform’ called ‘HackerKID’, which aims to teach children coding using a game-based environment, according to officials.

education

Published on Oct 14, 2020 08:11 PM IST

New Delhi | ByPress Trust of India | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

CBSE 12th Compartment Result 2020 declared at cbseresults.nic.in, here’s direct link to check

CBSE 12th Compartment Result 2020: The CBSE Senior School Certificate (Class 12) Compartment Examination 2019 can be checked by visiting the official website of CBSE at http://cbseresults.nic.in/.

CBSE 12th Compartment Result 2020.(Screengrab)

education

Updated on Oct 09, 2020 04:54 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

SSC junior engineer recruitment notification 2020 released at ssc.nic.in, check details before applying for JE exam

SSC JE exam Notification 2020: SSC junior engineer recruitment: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) on Thursday released an official notification for the recruitment of junior engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical and quantity surveying and contract).

The SSC recruitment notification can be checked on the official website of the commission at ssc.nic.in.(Getty Images/iStockphoto)

education

Updated on Oct 02, 2020 03:40 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByNilesh Mathur

IGNOU extends last date for admissions and assignments submission

IGNOU admissions: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Friday extended the last day for admissions for the July 2020 cycle up to October 15.

Students can apply for admissions in IGNOU by visiting the online admission portal of the University at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.(Hindustan Times)

education

Published on Oct 02, 2020 01:53 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByNilesh Mathur

IGNOU June term-end exam results 2020 declared, TEE grade cards released

IGNOU June 2020 TEE Results: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Thursday declared June 2020 term-end exam results.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Thursday declared June 2020 term-end exam results.(Hindustan Times/ File photo)

education

Updated on Oct 02, 2020 02:36 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByNilesh Mathur

SC gives UGC time to respond to Delhi, Maharashtra govt’s decision not to hold exams

UGC has maintained throughout that Delhi and Maharashtra cannot cancel exams as they are bound by UGC Guidelines. Under UGC Guidelines, degrees can be conferred after conduct of examination.

The Supreme Court of India(Amal KS/HT PHOTO)

education

Updated on Aug 10, 2020 01:41 PM IST

New Delhi | ByAbraham Thomas| Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Improving K-12 education in India, the Shibulal way

SD Shibulal, Founder & Director, ShikshaLokam recently spoke to Hindustan Times about ShikshaLokam, its journey so far, its impact and what they are aspiring to achieve in the near future.

SD Shibulal, Founder & Director, ShikshaLokam.(Handout image)

education

Updated on Jul 30, 2020 07:37 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByNilesh Mathur

UK Board 10th, 12th result 2020: Uttarakhand declares results of classes 10 and 12, direct links here

UK Board 10th, 12th result 2020: The Uttarakhand Board of Secondary Education (UBSE) has declared the class 10 and Class 12 board exam results at ubse.uk.gov.in.

education

Updated on Jul 29, 2020 11:37 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Nilesh Mathur

Copy

Whatsapp Twitter Facebook Linkedin

Nilesh Mathur

Nilesh Mathur is online news editor with Hindustan Times. He has worked on the online news desk for the last 23 years. Presently, he covers education and career-related news.

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Get latest updates on the counting of votes, latest trends, trailing, leading candidates for Arwal, Kurtha, Jehanabad, Ghosi, Makhdumpur and Atri seats under Jehanabad Lok Sabha constituency.

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Get round-wise updates on vote counting, latest trends, trailing, leading candidates for Mohania, Bhabua, Chainpur, Chenari, Sasaram, Kargahar Vidhan Sabha constituency.

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Here are the latest updates on trailing and leading candidates, winners and losers and other important details as counting progresses for Kutumba, Aurangabad, Gurua, Imamganj, Rafiganj and Tikari seats which fall under the Aurangabad Lok Sabha constituency.

Bihar Assembly Election 2020 results: Get round-wise updates on vote counting, latest trends, trailing, leading candidates for Sherghati, Barachatti, Bodh Gaya, Gaya Town, Belaganj, Wazirganj seats under Gaya Lok Sabha constituency.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to provide free internet to all government colleges and universities..

Maharashtra School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad on Friday said the examinations of Class 10 and 12 conducted by the state board will not be held before May 2021 due to the prevailing coronavirus situation.

Eighty-four schools in five blocks of Pauri district in Garhwal Division have been closed for 5 days after 80 teachers test positive for COVID-19, an official said on Friday.

The school principals believe that the postponement of board exams will not be a right move as it will impact the schedule of higher education entrance exams and admission processes as well, which will be disturbing for students.

Here are 5 tips on what students can do to increase their productivity and stay focused and motivated during this time.

Universities and colleges in government sector in Kerala should strive to obtain higher grading from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) so that they could get funding from the Centre, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said.

The National Education Policy is very promising and futuristic which takes into consideration that the first 1000 days are very crucial for the child.

India ranks among the world’s top 10 countries when it comes to valuing its teaching workforce, according to a new 35-country global survey-based report.

Indira Gandhi National Open University has partially released the results of students who had appeared in the June 2020 term-end examination held for final year/end semester students.

The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras conducted its convocation online on Sunday and over 2,300 degrees were awarded.

UPSC civil services preliminary examination 2020: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 results on Friday.

UPSC Prelims Results 2020: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Friday declared the results of Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 on its official website. The examination was held on October 4.

Justice Navin Chawla passed the order on a plea by Delhi University Students Union (DUSU), which said the students fund cannot be used for any other activity other than for students welfare.

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has now introduced “Facial Recognition System” for accessing digital documents.

The Union cabinet in July 2020 approved the New Education Policy (NEP), which aims at universalization of education from pre-school to secondary level.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has developed a low-cost portable COVID-19 testing device that can deliver results within an hour and it has also received certification from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has approved the extension of validity of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate from 7 years to the life time.

Students who have appeared in the Karnataka SSLC supplementary exam 2020 can check their results on KSEEB official website.

A start-up incubated at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has developed a ‘gamified coding platform’ called ‘HackerKID’, which aims to teach children coding using a game-based environment, according to officials.

CBSE 12th Compartment Result 2020: The CBSE Senior School Certificate (Class 12) Compartment Examination 2019 can be checked by visiting the official website of CBSE at http://cbseresults.nic.in/.

SSC JE exam Notification 2020: SSC junior engineer recruitment: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) on Thursday released an official notification for the recruitment of junior engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical and quantity surveying and contract).

IGNOU admissions: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Friday extended the last day for admissions for the July 2020 cycle up to October 15.

IGNOU June 2020 TEE Results: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Thursday declared June 2020 term-end exam results.

UGC has maintained throughout that Delhi and Maharashtra cannot cancel exams as they are bound by UGC Guidelines. Under UGC Guidelines, degrees can be conferred after conduct of examination.

SD Shibulal, Founder & Director, ShikshaLokam recently spoke to Hindustan Times about ShikshaLokam, its journey so far, its impact and what they are aspiring to achieve in the near future.

UK Board 10th, 12th result 2020: The Uttarakhand Board of Secondary Education (UBSE) has declared the class 10 and Class 12 board exam results at ubse.uk.gov.in.

Join Hindustan Times

Create free account and unlock exciting features like