three language policy

Odisha's CBSE schools are largely unaffected by the new three-language policy due to low demand for foreign languages. Most students already follow a combination of English, Odia, and Hindi or Sanskrit, minimizing academic disruption. While some adjustments are needed for students studying foreign languages, CBSE offers support for the transition.

Those Who’ve Been Studying A Foreign Language Must Pick Up An Additional Indian One Just As Academic Pressure Builds Towards Boards

Starting July 1, 2026, CBSE mandates three languages for Class IX, with at least two being Indian. No board exam will be held for the third language in Class X; assessments will be school-based. This aligns with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023, ensuring smooth implementation with interim solutions for textbooks and teachers.

Rahul Gandhi fiercely criticized the Modi government, accusing it of failing students across age groups due to the NEET paper leak, CBSE evaluation issues, and a new language policy. He highlighted the uncertainty faced by lakhs of students and demanded accountability from Prime Minister Modi and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling the ministry a 'department of disasters'.

Uttar Pradesh has transformed significantly over nine years, moving from a state plagued by poor law and order and migration to a model of development and security. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted improvements in infrastructure, investment, agriculture, and welfare, emphasizing a generational shift in governance and opportunity for its citizens.

The BJP's ambition to expand in Tamil Nadu faced a setback as actor Vijay's party, TVK, emerged as the single largest party, disrupting the Dravidian dominance. A leadership vacuum and identity clashes, including the three-language policy, hindered the BJP's prospects, while TVK successfully captured anti-DMK sentiment.

President Trump's visit to China is overshadowed by the Iran War, which has disrupted global energy supplies and impacted his approval ratings. While trade and Taiwan remain on the agenda, the protracted conflict in Iran presents a significant challenge, with the US struggling to achieve its war aims and facing a decline in superpower status.

India is leveraging Artificial Intelligence for significant progress towards Viksit Bharat 2047. AI drives economic growth, improves governance, and promotes social inclusion. Key elements for success include making data accessible to all, building strong organizational systems, and focusing on human skills. These steps will help India become a global AI leader and bridge development gaps.

In a bold move toward revitalizing national pride, Burkina Faso's ruling junta is championing a nationalist movement that mandates the play of local music in entertainment venues and promotes the purchase of homegrown products.

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal tells TOI that other boards are starting leagues for revenue as bilaterals are not adding enough value, allays fears over depreciating media rights value next year, and maintains that BCCI will maintain good relations with boards after the Mustafizur Rahman fiasco.

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