THE NO DETENTION Policy (NDP), introduced in 2009 as part of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, sought to reduce dropout rates and foster holistic development by mandating automatic promotion until Grade 8. It aimed to eliminate the fear of failure, while fostering an inclusive and stress-free learning environment. While noble in intent, its implementation revealed unintended consequences, such as students advancing without mastering foundational skills, diluted academic standards, and an inconsistent assessment framework.
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Uttarakhand govt clears UCC rules
Set to be rolled out after local body elections
Bachchan's ₹83-crore deal: Mumbai property market sizzles again
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Ethanol production to get a boost from cut in FCI rice prices
The government's decision to significantly reduce prices of the rice allocated for ethanol manufacturers from the Food Corporation of India's surplus stocks would bring in stability in grain prices.
Trump factor has implications for economy and business, says Birla
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UBL to resume Telangana beer supply
NO MORE DRY DAYS
On Day 2 of ceasefire, Gazans search for people under rubble
PALESTINIANS BEGAN SEARCHING on Monday for thousands of Gazans believed still buried under rubble, as residents expressed shock at the devastation wrought by 15 months of war on the enclave on the second day of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Telcos seek tax exemption on AGR dues
THE CELLULAR OPERATORS Association of India (COAI), which represents telecom operators, has urged the government to exempt service tax on additional adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues arising from the recent Supreme Court's ruling.
Shock-proofing the UK economy
Rather than view recent market volatility negatively, the government has a chance to frame it as a moment to improve public understanding of what it is doing
Land rules, payment delays hurt manufacturing: CEA
TOUGH RULES FOR land use and large firms' reluctance to clear dues to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in time are hurting India's manufacturing and exports, chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Monday.
Infy: Improvement in discretionary demand
Expects strong revenue growth of 5-7.9% in FY26
