CBSE has made it clear that Class 10 students must appear for the first board examination from 2026. Students who do not attempt at least three subjects in the first phase will be placed in the “essential repeat” category. So what exactly does this mean for students?

CBSE has made it clear that Class 10 students must appear for the first board examination from 2026.&nbsp;Students who do not attempt at least three subjects in the first phase will be placed in the &ldquo;essential repeat&rdquo; category. So what exactly does this mean for students?

Welcome to the Daily News Dose Podcast by Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.

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Skip first Board exam? Not allowed, clarifies CBSE | Top News of Feb 16, 2026

India on Friday joined the US-led strategic alliance called Pax Silica — a coalition focused on critical minerals and artificial intelligence. So why does India’s entry into the alliance matter?

India on Friday joined the US-led strategic alliance called Pax Silica &mdash; a coalition focused on critical minerals and artificial intelligence. So why does India&rsquo;s entry into the alliance matter?

India joins US-led Pax Silica: What it means for the country | Top News of Feb 20, 2026

The Supreme Court made strong oral observations about the growing trend of state governments announcing “freebies” ahead of elections. The court questioned whether the practice risks undermining the nation’s long-term development. So what prompted the apex court to remark on the freebie culture?

The Supreme Court made strong oral observations about the growing trend of state governments announcing &ldquo;freebies&rdquo; ahead of elections. The court questioned whether the practice risks undermining the nation&rsquo;s long-term development. So what prompted the apex court to remark on the freebie culture?

Blanket freebie ahead of polls could hamper development: SC | Top News of Feb 19, 2026

The Supreme Court has set aside a controversial ruling of the Allahabad High Court, which had held that grabbing a minor girl’s breast and loosening the string of her pyjama amounted only to preparation and not an attempt to commit rape. But on what grounds did the High Court arrive at such a conclusion?

The Supreme Court has set aside a controversial ruling of the Allahabad High Court, which had held that grabbing a minor girl&rsquo;s breast and loosening the string of her pyjama amounted only to preparation and not an attempt to commit rape. But on what grounds did the High Court arrive at such a conclusion?

Skip first Board exam? Not allowed, clarifies CBSE | Top News of Feb 16, 2026

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