#Education

Kohima Task Force Launches Child Labour Crackdown

Kohima officials are visiting schools to combat child labour through a nationwide rescue initiative running through August 28.

Kiyeto Swu • 25 Aug 2026

EMRS Tamenglong Seeks Teachers for 2026 School Year

Eklavya Model Residential School in Manipur is hiring five teaching positions for 2026. Interested candidates must apply before the September 4 deadline.

Diana Moirangthem • 25 Aug 2026

Writer Mayur Bora Takes Dual Role at USTM

Former NABARD official Mayur Bora joins USTM as Author-in-Residence and director of the Centre for Competitive Examinations to mentor students.

Walrik Marak • 25 Aug 2026

Meghalaya to Distribute 93 Crore in Scholarships to ST Students

Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma confirms Rs 93 crore in scholarship funds will reach 96,000 Scheduled Tribe students in Meghalaya this Tuesday.

Walrik Marak • 25 Aug 2026

Mizoram Plans Further Government Takeover of Private Schools

Mizoram officials are eyeing more school takeovers after provincializing 51 institutions, setting new location-based criteria for future expansions.

Chawngthu Fanai • 25 Aug 2026

Naga Students Federation Demands NIT Nagaland Director Fired

The NSF has petitioned the Ministry of Education to remove NIT Nagaland's director over corruption allegations and severe administrative failures.

Naro Jamir • 25 Aug 2026

Naga Institutions Launch Seed Libraries to Combat Food Heritage Loss

Experts and students launched seed libraries at three Naga colleges to preserve indigenous farming knowledge and traditional food systems.

Naro Jamir • 25 Aug 2026

Manipur University Professor Named for 2026 National Award to Teachers

Dr. Pukhrambam Lilabati Devi of Manipur University has earned a 2026 National Award to Teachers for her work in dance pedagogy and research.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 25 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Government Schools Face Massive Teacher Shortage

Meghalaya government schools report 1,124 schools with one teacher and 893 vacancies, as the state struggles to fill staffing and infrastructure gaps.

NEWire Desk • 25 Aug 2026

Minister Sudhangshu Das Reviews South Tripura Welfare Projects

Minister Sudhangshu Das checked welfare project timelines and attended local events in South Tripura to promote science and animal health initiatives.

Ayan Debbarma • 25 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Introduces Six Bills to Overhaul Private Education

Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui is pushing six bills to shutter ghost universities and tighten state oversight of Meghalaya private institutions.

NEWire Desk • 25 Aug 2026

Nagaland University Trains Students for AI in Agriculture

Nagaland University hosted an AI workshop to prepare agricultural students for careers involving precision farming, drone technology, and data analytics.

Naro Jamir • 25 Aug 2026

DoNER official inspects school site in Mokokchung

Mahipal Yadav from the Ministry of DoNER inspected a government school infrastructure site in Mangmetong village to verify project plans.

Naro Jamir • 25 Aug 2026

Students in South Garo Hills forced to learn in kitchen shed

Students at a South Garo Hills school are cramming into a single kitchen shed for classes because the government refuses to fund a proper building.

NEWire Desk • 25 Aug 2026

Central Agricultural University Seeks Finance Consultant for 2026

Central Agricultural University in Imphal is hiring a Finance Consultant. Applications are due by September 7, 2026, with a monthly salary of Rs. 82,500.

Diana Moirangthem • 24 Aug 2026

Nagaland Job Market Hits Saturation Point

Nagaland Chief Secretary Sentiyanger Imchen warns graduates of a severe job shortage as government hiring stalls and degree supply outpaces demand.

Kiyeto Swu • 24 Aug 2026

Arunachal Headmistress Yaku Tame Wins 2026 National Teachers Award

Arunachal Pradesh headmistress Yaku Tame earned the 2026 National Teachers Award. Chief Minister Pema Khandu praised her work in the state education sector.

Tani M • 24 Aug 2026

Dimapur Students Compete in Lions Club Drawing Contest

The Lions Club of Dimapur Japfu hosted 230 students for an annual drawing competition at St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School on August 22.

Kiyeto Swu • 24 Aug 2026

West Jaintia Hills Recruitment Scrutiny Grows After Court Stay

Meghalaya High Court halts interviews as fresh allegations of rigging, including blank OMR sheets, shadow the upcoming Grade IV recruitment exams.

Walrik Marak • 24 Aug 2026

SPARK Meghalaya Talent Events Spotlight Youth in Ri-Bhoi and SWKH

SPARK Meghalaya showcased 42 student acts across Ri-Bhoi and South West Khasi Hills, selecting district stars for the upcoming state summit.

NEWire Desk • 24 Aug 2026