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Hans India
30-04-2025
- Health
- Hans India
CM reviews ‘Jadu Pedi' learning kits
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to enhance early education through play and joyful learning, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday reviewed the innovative 'Jadu Pedi' (Magic Box) learning kits, designed for students of Shishu Vatika, Class 1, and Class 2. These kits have been developed by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. During a review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan, the Chief Minister expressed satisfaction after examining the kits. 'These learning toys will help young children learn through play, using materials familiar to their surroundings. This will make learning more engaging and enjoyable for them,' he said. The initiative is being implemented by the School and Mass Education Department. Commissioner-cum-Secretary Shalini Pandit briefed the Chief Minister on the contents and educational value of the kits. Each kit costs around Rs 20,000, and the State Government plans to distribute them to 45,000 schools across Odisha. The total project cost stands at Rs 90 crore. The programme aims to develop foundational skills in children by sparking curiosity and making the learning experience more joyful and interactive. The play-based learning programme, developed by the NCERT, targets children aged 3 to 8 years. It focusses on fostering cognitive growth, emotional well-being, and foundational skills in language and mathematics. In February 2023, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the kits as a tool for foundational-stage teaching and learning, promoting the motto 'Learning through Play.' Jadu Pedi is a versatile and engaging resource that supports experiential learning, contributing to the holistic development of children — cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically. According to the National Curriculum Framework for the Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) 2022, children learn best through play — talking, listening, using toys, painting, drawing, singing, dancing, and physical activities like running and jumping. The kits include playbooks, toys, puzzles, posters, flashcards, storybooks, and worksheets, all reflecting local culture, languages, and social contexts. Available in 13 Indian languages, the kits are designed to meet the diverse learning needs of children.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fan of Fun? IGN Live Returns June 7-8 in Los Angeles
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Mark your calendars, because IGN Live is officially returning to Los Angeles on June 7-8, 2025. The show celebrates everything you love about video games, comic books, collectibles, movies, and TV, making it a fantastic venue for getting hot news about your favorite hobbies. Last year, I enjoyed the fan-centric weekend at IGN Live 2024, which included hands-on time with upcoming games, developer presentations, awesome swag, and celebrity appearances, such as Casper Van Dien from Starship Troopers and Alexey L. Pajitnov of Tetris fame. It was a terrific way to kick off the summer in place of the now-defunct E3, and I highly recommend attending. IGN Live takes place in downtown LA at the Magic Box @ The Reef, and tickets are on sale now. You also enjoy an early bird discount if you visit and purchase tickets between now and April 30. If you plan to attend the show, check out the ticket price breakdown: Basic, single-day tickets purchased between now and April 30 are $15. You can upgrade your IGN Live experience by purchasing a $30 VIP pass between now and April 30. It includes admission for the entire weekend, plus a goodie bag filled with event exclusives. After May 1, single-day tickets go up to $25. VIP passes rise to $40. You may also purchase tickets at the door. Single-day tickets at the door are $30, and VIP tickets are $45. IGN Live is partnering with many studios and publishers this year, with brands including 2K, Arcade1Up, Lenovo, and Netflix. More companies will be announced soon. If last year's show is anything to go by, IGN Live 2025 should be outstanding. IGN Live 2024 had more than 10,000 giveaways and 100 partners over the two-day event. Last year's show was a multi-hall spectacle, featuring a main stage for presentations and giveaways. Spaces were also available for game demos, classic arcade gaming, souvenirs, and refreshments. IGN Live 2024 was a lively show and a fantastic way to spend the weekend. You can expect PCMag to cover the show again, adding our expert insights to the happenings. In 2024, I got hands on with many demos and products at last year's IGN live. There was , a colorful acton-adventure game that paid homage to the Gameboy Advance and The Legend of Zelda in one colorful, sprite-fueled package. I also interviewed developer S-Game after the team's spectacular , and I eagerly await more news about this bombastic martial arts title. I even got hands on with the iconic Pip Boy 3000 Mk V by The Wand Company and chatted with the company's co-founder. Of course, there were too many excellent reveals to count, but we highlighted IGN Live's and the weekend's . Don't fret if you can't make the trip: IGN Live will livestream the weekend event across its many platforms, including , , , Twitter/X, and more. Stay tuned for more information about what to expect from IGN Live 2025, and be sure to check out and for the latest details about the event! (Editors' Note: IGN is owned by Ziff Davis, PCMag's parent company.)
