NATIONAL SCHOOL EDUCATION
TOP NEWS BULLETIN | January 3, 2026
Noida & Ghaziabad Schools Closed Till January 5
Schools in Noida and Ghaziabad districts (CBSE, ICSE, state boards up to Class 12) remain closed until January 5 amid persistent cold wave and dense fog conditions. District Magistrates extended winter vacations prioritising student safety.
Bihar Extends Closure for Classes 1–5 Until January 5
Bihar School Examination Board announces continued closure for primary classes (1–5) till January 5; Classes 6–12 operate with reduced timings (10:30 AM–3:30 PM) across Patna and other districts affected by severe winter conditions.
Parents Protest at Neerja Modi School Over CBSE Action
Parents at Neerja Modi School (CBSE-affiliated) staged dharna on January 3 protesting CBSE’s recent regulatory actions against school management. Demonstrators demand transparency in board compliance issues.
Bomb Threat Evacuates Pune International School
Mahindra International School, Hinjawadi received bomb threat email today, leading to complete evacuation and police bomb squad search. Premises cleared after thorough checks; no explosives found. Security protocols enhanced.
CBSE Practical Exams – Complete by February 14 Deadline
CBSE reiterates January 1–February 14 deadline for Class 10/12 practicals, projects, internals. Schools must upload marks promptly and follow examiner SOPs; theory exams begin February 17.
January 3 Holiday in Select States
Regional holidays observed January 3 (Saturday) in states like Kerala, parts of UP, Bihar due to local festivals and extended winter breaks. Kendriya Vidyalayas/Navodaya Vidyalayas follow state schedules.
NCERT Class 3 Basic Learning Assessment Planned
NCERT prepares nationwide assessment of Class 3 students’ foundational literacy/numeracy skills. Sample tasks in Hindi/English shared with teachers for NIPUN Bharat implementation across government schools.
