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Haryana to double vocational Education, introduce AI & FinTech in govt schools

Chandigarh, July 18 (UNI) Haryana is set to significantly expand vocational education in government schools, introduce emerging subjects such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Financial Technology (FinTech), and strengthen digital and skill-based learning as part of a comprehensive strategy to prepare students for future careers.
The roadmap was reviewed by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi during a review meeting of Samagra Shiksha Scheme on Saturday. All Deputy Commissioners from all the districts participated through video conferencing.
Reviewing the progress, Rastogi directed officials to accelerate the implementation of education reforms and ensure that every student benefits from quality education, modern infrastructure and industry-oriented skills. He also asked Deputy Commissioners to work towards achieving 100 per cent enrolment and improving learning outcomes in their respective districts.
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CM Omar Abdullah hosts ‘At Home’ on Independence Day at SKICC

15 Aug 2026 | 10:10 PM

Srinagar, Aug 15 (UNI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday hosted an ‘At Home’ reception on the occasion of Independence Day at Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) here.

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Kashmir marks 80th Independence Day with grand celebrations

15 Aug 2026 | 10:06 PM

Srinagar, Aug 15 (UNI) The Independence Day was celebrated across Kashmir on Saturday with patriotic fervour, colourful cultural programmes and renewed commitments towards development, youth empowerment and inclusive governance.

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HP: Nurpur police seize 320 grams of charas, one held

15 Aug 2026 | 10:01 PM

Nurpur (Kangra), Aug 15 ( UNI) The CIA wing of Nurpur Police arrested a 32-year-old man and seized 320 grams of charas from his residential premises at Mugtyal in Bhaleta area of Kangra district, police said on Saturday.

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Uttarakhand to form Youth Commission, provide free entrepreneurship training in IITs, IIMs

15 Aug 2026 | 9:43 PM

Dehradun, Aug 15 (UNI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today announced that the government will constitute first Youth Commission in the state and provide free entrepreneurship and skill development training to the youths of the state in IITs and IIMs.

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In Kashmir Northern Commander urges troops to remain mission-ready

15 Aug 2026 | 9:05 PM

Srinagar, Aug 15 (UNI) Army’s Northern Command Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma on Saturday urged troops deployed in the Kashmir Valley to remain mission-ready, maintain the operational tempo and continue sharpening their skills while reviewing the prevailing security situation and operational preparedness in the hinterland.

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