PUNJAB EDUCATION NEWS
Punjab government abolishes date-of-birth based tie-breaker in board exams
The Punjab government has abolished the date-of-birth-based tie-breaker system in board exams to ensure fair ranking for all high-scoring students. Education Minister Harjot Bains also announced a shift toward competency-based testing and stricter measures to prevent exam malpractice.
Punjab: New batch of teachers leaves for Finland for advanced training; CM Bhagwant Mann flags off team
Seventy-two government school teachers from Punjab are in Finland for advanced training. This initiative seeks to bring international best practices to the state's classrooms. The state government is committed to teacher development, CM Bhagwant Mann said at the flag-off event.
These 6 banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 24% in 1 year, according to analysts
The news flow is mixed in the case of banking stocks. The numbers so far this quarter suggest that all is well with the sector and banks are mostly in good shape. Remember, however, there is a war going on in the background that is pushing up crude oil prices. If the situation persists, risks will emerge where bank stocks are concerned. But then investors need to learn to deal with long- or short-term risks. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components, earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
These 9 banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 27% in 1 year, according to analysts
We are in times when a statement by US President Trump can cause crude oil prices to drop sharply and another by Iran can push them back up. So, expecting rational behaviour in the equity markets is probably expecting too much. At this point of time, it is all about relative performance. So, can banking stocks outperform in a long phase of correction? Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components ,earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
These 10 private and public banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 30% in one year, according to analysts
As far as fundamentals are concerned, most banks have continued to show improvement on critical parameters like NPAs. But if inflation rises and impacts credit growth (which has been an area of some concern), these stocks could take a hit. Now, why we are talking about inflation is obvious: Rising crude oil prices. That’s bad news for the Indian economy and the markets. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components ,earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
Meet Dashrath Singh: Ex-Army man from Rajasthan who earned 138 degrees from IGNOU after retirement
Dashrath Singh, a former Army officer, has achieved an incredible academic feat. After 16 years of service, he pursued relentless learning, earning 138 degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Singh has also reportedly set 11 world records in education. He now uses his legal knowledge to assist fellow soldiers and retired personnel.
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These 8 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 28% in one year, according to analysts
The markets will react to the two-week conditional ceasefire announced by US President Trump and accepted by Iran, also conditionally. There are still many missteps that might occur and it remains to be seen how freely Iran permits ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. And, most importantly for the Indian markets, how crude oil prices react. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components ,earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
School assembly news headlines for March 14: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day
India prepares to host a global conference on women in agri-food systems in 2026. A bill to define 'transgender' is introduced in Lok Sabha. International news includes US service members killed in Iraq and Sri Lanka repatriating Iranian sailors' bodies. Sports news features Chennai Super Kings' music policy and Punjab Kings' new jersey.
Punjab declares holiday for all schools on January 27
Punjab schools will remain closed on January 27 for Republic Day. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann reiterated his commitment to securing Chandigarh as Punjab's capital, highlighting the state's sacrifices. This year's Republic Day celebrations also featured Punjab's tableau honoring Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.
Punjab schools, colleges to reopen from September 9 after flood closure: Education Minister
Punjab's Education Minister Harjot Bains announced that all schools, colleges, and universities across the state will reopen for students on September 9, following closures due to severe floods. Government schools will remain closed on September 8 for cleanliness drives and building inspections by teachers, who must report any issues to authorities.
References to regional resistance movements not dropped from class 8 textbook: NCERT
NCERT has addressed concerns about the new class 8 Social Science textbook. Reports suggested the removal of regional resistance movements. NCERT clarified that these topics are not dropped. They will feature in the second volume of the textbook. This volume is expected in Sept-Oct 2025. It will cover movements like the Paika rebellion and the Kuka movement.
Without imposition, we will learn: Kamal Haasan on issue of imposition of language
Kamal Haasan voices strong opposition to Hindi imposition. He supports Punjab, Karnataka, and Andhra. His film 'Thug Life' faced release hurdles in Karnataka due to a language row. Haasan defends his stance, emphasizing education and linguistic diversity. He highlights the importance of English and the concerns of non-Hindi speakers. The film was not released in Karnataka after court intervention.
PSEB class 12th result 2025 out on May 14: Here’s how to access marksheets online and via SMS
Good news for students as the Punjab School Education Board will declare Class 12 results on May 14, 2025. Students can check their results on the official website after 3 PM. The board conducted exams from February 13 to April 4, 2025. Students can also access results via SMS. The online result is provisional.
Punjab: Schools in Amritsar, Pathankot, Fazilka, Ferozepur, Tarn Taran remain shut
Punjab border districts faced closures. Schools shut down in Amritsar, Pathankot, and other areas. Blackouts occurred in Amritsar and Hoshiarpur. An IndiGo flight to Amritsar returned to Delhi. Drone activity was reported in Jalandhar. Armed forces neutralized a suspected drone. India and Pakistan had previously agreed to halt military actions. Normalcy was returning with markets reopening.
Pakistan gold reserves: 28 lakh tolas of gold, valued at 80,000 crore PKR discovered in cash-strapped country
Pakistan's unemployment rate rose significantly over the last decade amid the discovery of 2.8 million tolas of gold in Attock, valued at 800 billion PKR. Validated by the Geological Survey, this discovery could fuel economic growth. Pakistan's GDP growth is insufficient, leading to poverty and employment challenges.
Pakistan: Punjab shuts amusement parks, museums for 10 days to combat the hazardous smog conditions
As per the ban imposed on Friday, the districts affected by this ban include Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Nankana Sahib, Gujarat, Hafizabad, Mandi Bahauddin, Sialkot, Narowal, Chiniot, Jhang, and Toba Tek Singh
Pakistan: Lahore HC constitutes full bench to hear cases related to harassment of female students
The Lahore High Court formed a full court bench to address multiple harassment cases in educational institutes. Chief Justice Aalia Neelum instructed officials to gather victim statements, ordered restrictions on viral videos, and prohibited men from female-only areas. Protests have sparked violent outbreaks and led to extensive arrests.
Manish Sisodia writes letter to people of Delhi from jail, says "see you soon outside"
The ED and CBI have been conducting an investigation against Manish Sisodia and other AAP leaders for their alleged involvement in the now-scrapped Delhi excise case. He was arrested by the CBI in February 2023 and has since been behind bars.
Poor people more entitled to receive 'freebies', says economist Jayati Ghosh
Economist Jayati Ghosh said that 'basic needs' like nutrition, healthcare, housing and education, which the government should provide for its citizens, are not freebies, while asserting that the poor are more entitled to receive their basic needs.
Charanjit Singh Channi to be the captain of Punjab. Here is all you should know about the new CM
"It gives me immense pleasure to announce that Sh. #CharanjitSinghChanni has been unanimously elected as the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party of Punjab," former Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat tweeted.
Mohali woman tests positive for coronavirus; total cases in Punjab 3
"The woman, a resident of Phase 3 A in Mohali, has tested (positive) for coronavirus," Mohali Deputy Commissioner Girish Dayalan told .
Punjab to reduce govt employees' retirement age to 58 years, give free education up to class 12
Reducing government employees' retirement age from 60 to 58, free education for all students up to Class 12 and a debt waiver for landless farmers were some of the major announcements made by Punjab Finance Minister Manpreet Singh Badal in the 2020-21 budget on Friday.
US-based environment body raises concern over water crisis in Punjab
"Punjab and rest of the India has lost groundwater at an alarming rate and it is facing an impending disaster," EcoSikh said in a statement.
No change in visa policy towards Indian students: US
"I don't think we've changed our policy with regard to the way we interview applicants," State Dept spokesperson said.
Census of India 2011: Ten years on, girl child killers still getting away in Punjab & Haryana
Ten years after Census 2001 shook the country’s two top agrarian states of Punjab and Haryana by showing their abominable sex ratio, there is more chilling news from Census 2011.
Pak's Punjab govt funded JuD after 26/11
It was revealed in a supplementary budget tabled in the Punjab assembly.
Pak's Punjab govt aided JuD in 2009
Govt of Pak's Punjab province provided Rs 82.77 mn to Jamaat-ud-Dawah.
Australian trade and investment agency 'Austrade' opens office in Chandigarh
Austrade, the Australian trade and investment agency of the Australian federal government announced that it will have a representative office in Chandigarh and will soon be opening offices in Jaipur, Ahmedabad,Pune and Kochi.
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