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Union Education Minister dharmendra pradhan reviewed the Chandikhole strategic petroleum reserve project, a crucial step for India's energy security amid global instability. This facility, costing approximately Rs 8,743 crore, is set to create over 5,000 jobs in Odisha.

Union minister dharmendra pradhan criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for refusing to resign after her election defeat. He accused her of undermining democratic mandates and institutions by questioning the poll outcome, stating that accountability is non-negotiable for governance.

1000 students to be trained every year

Project Tantavyaa's fashion theatre revived India's eastern textile heritage, showcasing Jamdani, Muslin, and Muga silk in graceful silhouettes, celebrating artisans and cultural traditions.

New SMC guidelines for schools launched; social audits and structured planning form core of reforms

A CBI court has issued non-bailable warrants against eight middlemen implicated in the Odisha police sub-inspector recruitment scam. These individuals are suspected of facilitating unfair means during the recruitment process. The CBI's investigation has uncovered alleged tampering of exam data and unauthorized digital access, with 133 accused in total.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the ShaktiShree mobile app for girl students to report harassment in higher education institutions. The app, part of the ShaktiShree initiative, aims to enhance safety and empowerment. The CM also released Internship Guidelines to integrate academic learning with real-world exposure, emphasizing education as a top priority with a significant budget allocation.

Party Looks To Stay On The Up In UP, Get Upper Hand In Punjab

The AICTE National Internship Portal under the Ministry of Education has emerged as a large-scale platform connecting students with industry internships across India. With 4.7 crore registrations, 2.9 crore verified learners, and over 32 lakh completed internships, the initiative has engaged 81,483 companies and 12,077 colleges. Supported by major industry players and government bodies, the portal is aligning student skills with emerging domains like AI, cloud computing and cybersecurity while strengthening academia-industry linkages nationwide.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin challenged AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami to oppose Hindi imposition and defend Tamil interests against the BJP. Stalin highlighted alleged betrayals by the AIADMK on issues like the CAA and Waqf Amendment Bill, questioning their commitment to Tamil Nadu's pride and welfare schemes.

BJP leaders Dilip Ghosh and Samik Bhattacharya admit genuine voters were removed from electoral rolls. They blame the Trinamool Congress for errors and a conspiracy to disrupt the revision process.

During a lively debate at a recent political rally, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin confronted Union Education Minister dharmendra pradhan over the controversial language policy. Stalin vocalized his concerns, alleging that the BJP's push for Hindi is a veiled attempt to overshadow regional languages.

Odisha's cabinet has significantly boosted reservations for marginalized students in medical and technical institutions. Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) will now receive 11.25% reservation for the first time. Scheduled Tribe (ST) quotas rise from 12% to 22.5%, and Scheduled Caste (SC) from 8% to 16.25%, empowering talented youth.

Union Minister dharmendra pradhan has urged Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to prioritize strengthening coal transportation and industrial road infrastructure in Angul district. Citing a significant projected rise in coal output, Pradhan proposed widening key state highways and constructing bypasses to manage increased heavy vehicle movement and enhance road safety for residents.

India’s Union Education Minister dharmendra pradhan launched the CBSE Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence (CT & AI) curriculum for Classes III to VIII on April 1, marking the start of the 2026–27 academic session. Developed with NCERT, the curriculum provides structured learning modules, teacher handbooks, and student assessment frameworks. It integrates “AI for Education” and “AI in Education” strategies to nurture critical thinking, design skills, and innovation, positioning students to engage with emerging technologies and India’s growing technology-driven education ecosystem.