Reinforcing the Government of India’s commitment to inclusive development and early childhood care, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar on Friday inaugurated the Cross Disability Early Intervention Centre (CDEIC) at the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID), Regional Centre, Sector-40, Noida….
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Inclusive Education Summit 2026 Strengthens CwSN Pathways
Davos, Switzerland: Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw underscored growing global trust in India’s growth and emerging role as a reliable value-chain partner during engagements at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos. Global Leaders Show Strong Interest in India Shri Vaishnaw highlighted sustained international interest in collaborating with India…
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ONGC Partners with NSTFDC to Boost EMRS Education
In a landmark move for tribal welfare, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) to enhance educational infrastructure and support in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). The partnership focuses on career mentorship, digital…
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NESTS Hosts 2nd EMRS Principals’ Conclave in New Delhi
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is organising the 2nd Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) Principals’ Conclave on Effective Management of Schools on December 16 and 17, 2025, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Center in New Delhi. The two-day national event will bring together Principals and Principal In-charges…
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NESTS Principals’ Conclave Strengthens EMRS Leadership
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is set to organise a two-day Principals’ Conclave on December 16 and 17, 2025, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. The conclave aims to strengthen leadership, governance and administrative efficiency across Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs), which play a…
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600 SC Scholars Gain Overseas Scholarships in 5 Years
The Union Government has revealed that a total of 600 Scheduled Caste (SC) students have received support under the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) scheme during the past five years, marking a significant push toward expanding global academic opportunities for marginalized communities. Out of the 600 beneficiaries, 133 are women, reflecting…
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Three Landmark Initiatives for PwDs Unveiled at Purple Fest
Goa, 13 October 2025: On the second day of the International Purple Fest, three transformative initiatives were launched to enhance accessibility in learning, reading, and communication for persons with disabilities (PwDs). Shri Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Government of India, inaugurated the initiatives at…
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DEPwD Launches RPL Certification for Inclusive Education
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is launching a series of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Certification Programs in collaboration with ISLRTC, NIEPVD Dehradun, and ALIMCO. Scheduled as part of Special Campaign 5.0 from 2nd to 31st October 2025,…
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Empowering Educators with RPL for Inclusive Education
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is set to launch Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to October 31, 2025. As part of this initiative, a series of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Certification Programs will be rolled out…