Articles by Niraj Pandit
Seven students from Mumbai metropolitan region score 99.8% in ICSE exam
The passing percentage in Maharashtra for ICSE-Class 10 and ISC-Class 12 was 99.96% and 99.71%, respectively
Updated on May 07, 2024 10:21 AM IST
Failure rate for Classes 5 and 8 in Maharashtra at 8% and 13%: Report
Approximately 13% of class 8 students and 8% of class 5 students across 150 schools in the city reported to have failed the examination
Updated on May 06, 2024 10:04 AM IST
Marathi folk singer Nandesh Umap files nomination as BSP candidate for Mumbai North East seat
Umap will be challenged by BJP candidate Mihir Kotecha representing Mahayuti and Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Sanjay Dina Patil representing Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA) in the Mumbai North East Lok Sabha constituency. Political analysts suggest that Umap’s candidacy may split the votes of MVA candidates, potentially benefiting Kotecha
Updated on May 05, 2024 07:18 AM IST
115 IIT students died by suicide in 20 years, Madras highest with 26, Bombay 10
Between 2005 and 2024, IIT Madras recorded the highest number of deaths at 26, followed by 18 in IIT Kanpur, 13 in IIT Kharagpur and 10 in IIT Bombay
Updated on May 02, 2024 11:21 AM IST
Parveen Shaikh, school head ousted for pro-Palestine stance, gets parents' vote
Shaikh is steadfast in her resolve. She said: “The news portal that published the article about me is known for its bias against secular constitutional ethos"
Published on May 01, 2024 08:45 PM IST
Bandra government colony residents to boycott voting over elusive private homes
On Sunday, four residents’ associations from the colony held a meeting to give firm shape to their campaign titled ‘No home, no vote’
Updated on May 01, 2024 09:18 AM IST
Why're Maharashtra parents losing interest in RTE admissions at private schools?
Response to centralised admissions for reserved seats at private unaided schools in Maharashtra has declined, with only 44,000 parents registered so far
Updated on Apr 29, 2024 08:53 AM IST
Malad’s Khandwala college applies for cluster university
MKES aims to form a cluster university with Nagindas Khandwala College & others, in line with state guidelines to enhance educational opportunities for students.
Updated on Apr 28, 2024 06:50 AM IST
TISS alumni condemn suspension of Dalit PhD scholar
In the appeal, the alumni have called upon the TISS administration to reconsider the suspension order, emphasising that revoking it would reaffirm the institute’s commitment to its core principles and serve as a beacon of inspiration for future generations of students
Updated on Apr 28, 2024 06:40 AM IST
Mihir Kotecha first from any national party to file nomination in Mumbai
During the rally, the Bharatiya Janata Party leader assured voters he would build a railway terminus in Mulund and make Mumbai slum-free
Updated on Apr 27, 2024 09:41 AM IST
More than a third of Mumbai’s FYJC quota seats vacant in 23-24
The vacant seats left after the quota admissions round are not being surrendered and included in the first centralised admissions process round, which means eligible students under the general category cannot secure admission despite available seats
Updated on Apr 25, 2024 07:20 AM IST
Govandi citizens welfare forum unites to vote for development agendas
Ahead of Lok Sabha elections, Govandi Citizens Welfare Forum's manifesto prioritizes development, unity, and waste management
Updated on Apr 24, 2024 09:37 AM IST
Actor gives up Shivaji roles after trolling over son Jahangir's name
Marathi actor Chinmay Mandlekar vows not to play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj again after trolls target his son's name, sparking controversy and support.
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 09:04 AM IST
TISS students’ body demands revocation of Dalit PhD scholar’s suspension
TISS Students' Union demands revocation of Dalit scholar's suspension, labeling it as 'anti-national.' Timing and lack of transparency raise concerns.
Updated on Apr 22, 2024 08:50 AM IST
More than 50 female students at MU hostel reported stomach ache, diarrhoea
More than 50 students at University of Mumbai's New Girls Hostel in Kalina campus fell ill with stomach ache and diarrhea, suspected to be from contaminated water. Immediate action taken.
Updated on Apr 21, 2024 07:46 AM IST
Professor Shireesh Kedare appointed as the new director of IIT-B
The current director of IIT Bombay, professor Subhasis Chaudhari’s term ended on April 17. But IIT Council requested him to continue to hold the post
Updated on Apr 20, 2024 09:13 AM IST
TISS suspends PhD scholar for screening banned BBC documentary
Ramadas, who is also the general secretary of the PSF, has been barred for two years from all campuses, including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Guwahati and Tuljapur
Updated on Apr 20, 2024 09:23 AM IST
Tribal sports champs and 1500 others race to secure their old teaching jobs
Janan is one of 1500 tribal school teachers who find themselves thus unemployed and who now sell fruits and vegetable or work as daily wage labourers
Updated on Apr 18, 2024 09:21 AM IST
EC says Maharashtra teachers can't campaign during LS polls, faculty protests
EC has announced that it will closely monitor teachers of aided schools who engage in political campaigning while neglecting their assigned duties
Updated on Apr 16, 2024 09:16 AM IST
At fair, British boarding schools stress all-round development
The fair, featuring 14 renowned British boarding schools, drew many students and parents who were looking for a more than academic excellence.
Updated on Apr 15, 2024 08:43 AM IST
Niraj Pandit, Mumbai
Why parents waited for over 12 hours at these state schools to admit their kids
Two schools run by municipal bodies in Karad and Jarag Nagar, Kolhapur -- presented a unique sight on the day of Gudi Padwa
Updated on Apr 10, 2024 08:51 AM IST
Education dept trashes thousands of letters opposing ‘school adoption’ scheme
To convey their concern to the government, a public movement to send postcards to the chief minister was launched by activists
Updated on Apr 09, 2024 09:12 AM IST
Yavatmal prof booked for refusing to work as poll officer over EVM suspicion
The professor refused to work for the upcoming Lok Sabha election citing ideological opposition to electronic voting machines
Updated on Apr 06, 2024 12:20 PM IST
How EC is tracking Maharashtra's political activity, ensuring LS polls fair play
Election Commission enforces strict spending rules, monitors political activity on campuses in Mumbai. Seized goods worth ₹290 crore in Maharashtra.
Updated on Apr 06, 2024 09:53 AM IST
Students post video of errors in CET management studies question paper
Students raise concerns over multiple incorrect answers in the Masters in Management Studies (MMS/MBA) CET exam
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 09:43 AM IST
In IIT Bombay, 36% students fail to get jobs in 2024, campus hiring hit
IIT Bombay faces challenges as 36% of students are yet to secure jobs in 2024 placements, with concerns over low campus recruitment numbers.
Updated on Apr 04, 2024 12:30 PM IST
36% students from latest batch at IIT Bombay fail to get placed
Around 36% of IIT Bombay students are yet to secure jobs in the 2024 placements. Concerns rise over low campus recruitment due to global economic challenges.
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 05:54 AM IST
Niraj Pandit, Mumbai
Dharavi residents dream of ‘home in a tower’ as poor network hampers survey
Surveyors are currently verifying the documents of Dharavi residents and uploading them against the identification numbers allotted during the first phase.
Updated on Apr 02, 2024 05:28 PM IST
MPCB tightens biomedical waste disposal norms
MPCB issues new guidelines on biomedical waste management following audit, HCFs must register with CBWTF, segregate waste to avoid legal action from April 1.
Updated on Mar 29, 2024 07:24 AM IST
CVTS surgeries in Nair hosp halted over non-payment of vendors’ bills
BMC-run BYL Nair hospital's dean ordered CVTS surgeries be referred to other hospitals due to pending bills, affecting patient care and surgeries.
Updated on Mar 26, 2024 09:12 AM IST