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Who is Dharmendra Pradhan?

Dharmendra Pradhan

About Dharmendra Pradhan

Who is Dharmendra Pradhan?

Dharmendra Pradhan is an Indian politician currently serving as the Minister of Education and Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in the newly formed government after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, but has stepped down from post of Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Pradhan won the Odisha's Sambalpur constituency's 2024 Lok Sabha elections with 49.48 per cent vote share. While, his main opponent Biju Janata Dal candidate Pranab Prakash Das managed to secure 39.47 per cent of vote share. Previously, he has also been the Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Minister of Steel. As a Member of
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Will not implement NEP even if Centre offers Rs 10,000 cr to TN: CM Stalin

Stalin said that opposition to the NEP was not merely due to the attempt to impose Hindi but also because of various other factors that would have serious consequences for the future of students

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Updated On : 22 Feb 2025 | 7:14 PM IST

NEP 2020 does not advocate imposition of any language: Pradhan to Stalin

The Stalin government has alleged that the Centre is attempting to impose Hindi on southern states under the guise of the NEP, which suggests a three-language model for students

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Updated On : 21 Feb 2025 | 4:09 PM IST

Udhayanidhi slams Pradhan over politics remark; defends 2-language policy

In a letter to Stalin, Pradhan said the Tamil Nadu CM should rise above political differences and think about the interests of young learners who will benefit from the new National Education Policy

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Updated On : 21 Feb 2025 | 1:37 PM IST

NEP row: Dharmendra Pradhan urges CM Stalin to rise above differences

In a letter to Stalin, Pradhan said the Tamil Nadu CM should rise above political differences and think about the interests of young learners who will benefit from the new National Education Policy

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Updated On : 21 Feb 2025 | 12:48 PM IST

PM must interfere in federalism's interest, release SSA funds to TN: CM

He expressed deep concern over the recent remarks of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan indicating that SSA funds for Tamil Nadu would not be released

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Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 1:03 PM IST

Stalin condemns Pradhan for alleged NEP, 3-language policy rider for funds

Stalin accused Pradhan of blackmail for his alleged stand that Tamil Nadu would not be provided education related funds

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Updated On : 16 Feb 2025 | 9:54 AM IST

Draft UGC norms empower universities in faculty selection, says Pradhan

In a written response to a parliamentary question, Pradhan stated that the draft regulations aim to foster innovation, inclusivity, flexibility, and dynamism in higher education

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Updated On : 10 Feb 2025 | 5:05 PM IST

Anger against corrupt, insensible 'Aapda' govt: Minister Pradhan slams AAP

Dharmendra Pradhan was addressing a community gathering in Shahapur Jat village under Greater Kailash Vidhan Sabha, Delhi, where many Oriya-speaking working people reside

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Updated On : 01 Feb 2025 | 8:54 AM IST

Odisha, Singapore sign MoU to establish FinTech hub in Bhubaneswar

Commenting on the MoU, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said, Odisha aims to leverage GFTN's global expertise and resources to drive innovation and create tailored Fintech solutions in the state

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Updated On : 18 Jan 2025 | 7:51 AM IST

UGC should hold talks with states before regulation changes: K'taka min

Karnataka Minister MC Sudhakar said UGC should be engaging in a dialogue with state governments before proposing any changes

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Updated On : 15 Jan 2025 | 2:30 PM IST

Congress selling lies about UGC hiring norms: Education Minister Pradhan

According to the draft regulations, industry experts, as well as senior professionals from public administration, public policy and public sector undertakings, might soon be eligible for appointment

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Updated On : 13 Jan 2025 | 6:31 PM IST

Important to have developed panchayats for developed India: Pradhan

He further emphasized that the strengthening of the Panchayati Raj system in Sambalpur aligns with the larger vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote decentralized development

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Updated On : 05 Jan 2025 | 6:27 PM IST

DU to distribute laptops, tablets to orphaned, visually impaired students

The distribution of laptops and tablets will take place under the Sashakt Beti' and e-Drishti' programmes

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Updated On : 02 Jan 2025 | 9:49 PM IST

Cong hated Ambedkar, included his shameful cartoon in NCERT books: Pradhan

He claimed that the crocodile tears of the Congress over Ambedkar are just pretence

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Updated On : 19 Dec 2024 | 1:42 PM IST

NTA to conduct only higher education entrance exams from 2025: Pradhan

The move is part of examination reforms based on the recommendations of a high-level panel set up earlier this year following alleged leaks in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET)

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 6:08 PM IST

NCERT textbooks to get cheaper next year as printing capacity triples

Increased demand drives NCERT to boost printing from 50 million to 150 million textbooks next year, ensuring affordable prices and no financial burden on parents, says education minister

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 4:03 PM IST

NEET in online or pen-paper mode: Decision expected soon, says Pradhan

Currently, NEET-UG is conducted offline - in pen and paper mode - wherein students have to solve multiple choice questions on an OMR sheet

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 2:48 PM IST

Need to create Indian model of women's empowerment: Dharmendra Pradhan

The minister made the comments at the inauguration of a one-day workshop 'Shaping Academic Excellence for VIKSIT Bharat @2047' for women leaders

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Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 6:04 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi comedy king, Parliament protest a desperate attempt: Pradhan

Leaders of some INDIA bloc parties on Monday protested in Parliament complex over the Adani row, with Gandhi conducting a mock 'interview' over the issue

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Updated On : 09 Dec 2024 | 7:35 PM IST

India set to become $30 trillion-economy by 2047: Dharmendra Pradhan

The Union education minister said that the New Education Policy was envisioned to create wealth and jobs

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2024 | 12:21 PM IST