Karnataka Introduces AI as Vocational Subject for Classes 9 and 10 Under NSQF
Karnataka's School Education Department will introduce artificial intelligence (AI) as a vocational subject for Classes 9 and 10 under the National Skills Qualifications Framework starting in the 2026-27 academic year. AI will replace the third-language option in selected government schools, including 1,642 high schools and 81 single-sector schools where other vocational subjects will be substituted. The programme aims to develop skills like problem-solving and technical knowledge. Schools must appoint AI guest teachers, while the Karnataka State High School Hindi Teachers' Association opposes replacing the three-language policy.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 43/100.
Outlets measured: thetelegraph, timesnow. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 21 Sept, 07:33 am. Other outlets followed.