‘Who Heads NCPCR?’: Supreme Court Directs NCPCR Chairperson To Appear Over 25% RTE Quota

The Supreme Court has criticised the NCPCR’s affidavit on the implementation of the 25% quota for economically weaker students in private schools under Section 12(1)(c) of the RTE Act as unsatisfactory, and has directed the NCPCR’s Chairperson and Director to be physically present at the next hearing.

Minority Schools Knock Delhi High Court Doors Against New Law Making Govt Approval Mandatory for Fee Hikes

Minority schools have approached the Delhi High Court challenging a new law that makes government approval mandatory for school fee increases. They argue the law violates Article 30 of the Constitution, which protects minority institutions’ right to manage their own affairs.

Karnataka High Court Allowed For Conducting Board Exams for Grades 5, 8, 9, and 11

On Thursday: The Karnataka state government sought a stay on a judge’s order regarding board exams under the Karnataka Education Act, arguing that private schools may have vested interests. Despite objections, the court granted an interim plea for a stay, allowing the exams to proceed as scheduled on Monday, due to concerns about uncertainty for students.