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The Maharashtra RTE Lottery Result 2024-25, originally set for June 13 by the Department of School Education and Sports, Government of Maharashtra, is now expected on June 20 due to unforeseen circumstances. The delayed results are due to a PIL filed in the Bombay High Court regarding the RTE 25% admission process for 2024-25.

A fire erupted at Sir Parashurambhau College boys' hostel in Pune, Maharashtra, on Sunday morning due to an electrical meter short-circuit on an outer wall. College staff used fire extinguishers and contacted the fire brigade and electricity department. The brigade responded swiftly, ensuring no injuries. The college is governed by a private education society.

States are adjusting school schedules to deal with the ongoing severe heatwave. Class 10 activities in Bihar's Patna district are limited to 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Chhattisgarh's summer break lasts from April 22 to June 15. Jharkhand closes schools up to Class 8, adjusting Class 9-12 hours to 7 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Maharashtra announces an early break, while Meghalaya and Tripura close schools temporarily. West Bengal moves summer vacation to April 22.

The State education department in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar will invite fresh RTE Act applications for the academic year 2024-25. Maharashtra witnessed only 47,600 applications under the Act, against 8.7 lakh available seats. The Bombay high court granted an interim stay on the state govt's rule of Feb 9, which allowed private unaided schools to grant 25% admissions under RTE.

State mandates sarees, salwar suits for female teachers, shirt-trousers for male teachers. Guidelines specify footwear, ban on graphic shirts. Dress code opposes jeans, T-shirts. Schools restrict distracting attire, support teacher autonomy in dressing.

The education department in Maharashtra has recruited 11,000 candidates for teaching positions in government schools through an online process. The new recruits will work as Shikshan Sevaks for three years before getting a permanent appointment. The aim is to improve the quality of education with more manpower.

Maharashtra gov enforces dress code for all schools, allowing 'Tr' prefix for teachers. Neat attire mandated, males in light shirts, dark trousers, females in saree or dress. Private, aided schools included, similar to doctors, advocates.

The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MSCPCR) emphasized the need for reform in the policy allowing private educational institutions to gain concessions through minority status. Chairperson advocate Susieben Shah stressed that such institutions should not misuse the policy, ensuring fairness to minority communities. In a joint meeting with the education department on the Right to Education (RTE) Act, Shah proposed setting a minimum percentage for minority students when granting licenses to these schools, aligning with Central government rules.

The Bombay high court's Aurangabad bench asks the School Education Department to include awareness against nylon manja in the school curriculum. The court suggests putting up awareness posters about the harm caused by nylon manja. The court sets a deadline for the necessary affidavit and continues the action against the sale and use of nylon manja. The court has asked the principal secretary of the School Education Department to submit the necessary affidavit in response to its order in the next three weeks.

The government has issued a resolution outlining the roles of government nominees in autonomous colleges, marking the first explicit definition of their responsibilities. Nominees, typically educationists or government officers, are tasked with bridging the gap between institutions and the government. They must attend all board meetings, ensure budget alignment, and play a pivotal role in decision-making processes. The resolution underscores adherence to ethical standards and aims to enhance efficiency and feedback mechanisms within the education system.

Approximately 90,000 applications from states such as Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir have been submitted for undergraduate college admissions in Bengal. A total of 27,73,248 applications have been received from 4,90,120 students for seats in 461 colleges affiliated to 16 universities. The highest number of forms are from Bihar and Jharkhand. The trend indicates a growing interest among students from various states in pursuing higher education in Bengal.

Sujata Saunik, the first woman chief secretary of Maharashtra, brings decades of expertise in public policy and governance, spanning from district to international assignments. Her one-year term will conclude in June next year, marking a significant milestone in the state's administrative history. ​​Her experience spans roles in the Indian Administrative Service and the United Nations, encompassing district, state, federal, and international assignments.​​

The Maharashtra RTE Lottery Result 2024 is set to be announced today. Parents can check and download their child's result by visiting the official website, student.maharashtra.gov.in. This lottery allocates 25% of private school seats for underprivileged children from pre-primary to Class 8, ensuring education access for all.

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