NCERT Introduces Income Tax, Startups and Governance in Class 9 Textbook

NCERT Introduces Income Tax, Startups and Governance in Class 9 Textbook

New Delhi, September 30, 2026: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced several contemporary topics in its newly released Class 9 Social Science textbook, including income tax calculations, personal financial management, entrepreneurship, startups and governance. Titled Understanding Society: India and Beyond – Social Science Textbook for Grade 9, Part 2, the […]

Karnataka Board Examinations for Classes 5, 8, 9, and 11 (2024-25) cancelled following SC directive

Karnataka Board Examinations for Classes 5, 8, 9, and 11 (2024-25) cancelled following SC directive

The Karnataka government has canceled board examinations for Classes 5, 8, 9, and 11 for the 2024-25 academic year, following a Supreme Court directive in April 2024. This decision aligns with the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, which emphasizes continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE) over high-stakes board exams for students up to Class 8 […]