For the 1st time, NCERT has introduced a dedicated chapter on the 1975-77 Emergency in a Class 9 textbook, describing it as "one of the major challenges to democracy in India" and highlighting censorship, suspension of Fundamental Rights and the arrest of political leaders during the period.

'Challenges to democracy in India': For first time, NCERT to teach Class 9 students about Emergency

Should a 4,600-year-old artefact be altered to make it more "age-appropriate"? After NCERT's edited image of the Mohenjodaro Dancing Girl triggered outrage, WION spoke to educators about authenticity, cultural heritage and how history should be taught.

NCERT Mohenjodaro Dancing Girl controversy: Is India's obsession with modesty threatening its culture?

Why did NCERT withdraw an entire Class 8 textbook and issue an “unconditional apology”? The move comes after the Supreme Court imposed a blanket ban on the book. What exactly did the chapter say and why did it trigger such a strong response? Scroll down to read more.

NCERT withdraws controversial class 8 book, issues 'unconditional' apology for 'corruption in the judiciary' chapter

The three-judge bench of CJI Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi called it a deep-rooted conspiracy against the judiciary, ordered an immediate seizure of the copies in circulation, and called for a compliance report on the seizure of books in two weeks.

Supreme Court orders blanket ban on NCERT textbook, says ‘heads must roll’

NCERT has withdrawn its newly released Class VIII Social Science textbook following concerns raised by educators and parents over content accuracy and appropriateness. The decision comes after reviews highlighted potential errors and sensitive material requiring revision.


NCERT Halts New Class 8 Social Science Textbook Sale 

India: NCERT Withdraws Newly-Released Class VIII Social Science Textbook

NCERT’s revised Class 8 textbook calls the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre a “deeply shameful” chapter and notes Britain has still not formally apologised, despite past requests. All you need to know.

NCERT revised Class 8 book slams Britain’s lack of apology for ‘deeply shameful’ Jallianwala Bagh massacre

India News: NCERT’s revised Class 8 Social Science book now includes a section on judicial corruption and case backlogs. It cites over 53 crore pending cases nationwide, and even explains the impeachment process for judges to boost transparency and trust. All you need to know.

NCERT flags judicial corruption and over 53 million pending cases in new Class 8 Social Science book

India News: NCERT has revised its Class 8 Social Science book. The updated textbook says that Mahatma Gandhi and Congress opposed Partition but accepted it as 'the only way forward'. All you need to know.

NCERT revises Class 8 textbook, says Congress accepted 1947 Partition as 'the only way forward' - All about new changes here

New NCERT class 7 social science textbook expands coverage on Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion in detail

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was assaulted at her residence during a public hearing, sustaining hand and head injuries. A 40-year-old man attacked her, but was quickly apprehended by her security team. Charges of attempted murder, attacking a public servant, and obstructing a public servant have been filed against the attacker.


NCERT Introduces Modules on Operation Sindoor | Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Attacked | WION

Indian education board, NCERT, has revealed a soecial study moduke for students of clssees 3 to 12 on Operation Sindoor. The module highlights Pakistani involvement in the Pahalgam attack. 

'Not just military operation, but...': NCERT reveals special module on Operation Sindoor for classes 3 to 12 | What's inside?

The module says that the Partition of India in 1947 was not the decision of one person alone but of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who pushed for Partition; the Congress, which agreed to it; and Lord Mountbatten, who was sent to implement it.

Congress slams NCERT’s Partition module, alleges distortion of history; BJP hits back

NCERT on Wednesday explained why it modified the content related to the Mughal dynasty in its social science textbook for Class 8, saying the stated facts were based on what it described as “well-known primary and secondary academic sources”.

'History can't be sanitised': NCERT on book claiming Akbar was brutal, killed 30000 in Chittorgarh

India news: The new book discusses the varna-jati system, claiming that it once provided social stability but became rigid over time, particularly during British rule.

'History can't be wished away’: NCERT erases Mughals from books, adds Maha Kumbh but skips stampede: Full list of new changes

A new evaluation model to calculate the Class 12 board exam marks has been proposed by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in which the performance of students from Class 9 to 11 will be included.

NCERT proposes to include Class 9-11 in Class 12 board results. Here's how marks will likely be calculated

India's National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has amended the class 12 Political Science textbook, as references to 'Babri Masjid' have been removed from the new books now available in the market.

India's top education body amends class 12 textbook, removes references to 'Babri Masjid'

India's Education Ministry has told NCERT to check textbooks every year before printing new ones for each academic year. This will make sure any needed changes are made in time.

India’s education ministry tells NCERT to review textbooks every year

The National Council of Educational Research & Training (NCERT) released detailed modules on Chandrayaan after the successful touchdown to educate school children about India’s space accomplishments.

India: NCERT modules on Chandrayaan spark controversy for 'mixing science with mythology'

The members of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) panel have overwhelmingly agreed to print the next batch of books with the name "Bharat" rather than "India." This panel, out of 25, is responsible for altering or modifying the content included in NCERT books.

Use Bharat, not India in textbooks, NCERT panel recommends

A panel of the National Council of Education Research and training (NCERT) of India has recommended replacing the word ‘India’ with ‘Bharat’ in all school textbooks.

NCERT panel recommends replacing 'India' with 'Bharat' and highlighting 'Hindu victories' in textbooks

A group of 33 academicians, who were part of the development committee of National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) textbooks, have expressed concerns about the significant changes made to the original texts.

India: 33 academicians demand removal of names from 'rationalised' NCERT textbooks

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) grabbed headlines last year after reports emerged that it has dropped a few important chapters from the Class 10 syllabus.

The fuss over evolution theory & periodic table: Know why NCERT dropped key chapters

“What's past is prologue.” - William Shakespeare, The Tempest The memories of the first time I ever read about the Mughals and their architectural marvels are still afresh.

Here's why Mughal history should "NOT" be taught in school textbooks

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'Challenges to democracy in India': For first time, NCERT to teach Class 9 students about Emergency

NCERT Dancing Girl row: Is modesty obsession threatening India's culture?

NCERT issues 'unconditional' apology for 'corruption in the judiciary' chapter