Lucknow Industrialist Gets Honorary PhD from US University
AMA Herbal Group CEO Yawar Ali Shah receives Honorary Doctorate and Gold Medal from Maryland State University for contributions to herbal industry and sustainability.
AMA Herbal Group CEO Yawar Ali Shah receives Honorary Doctorate and Gold Medal from Maryland State University for contributions to herbal industry and sustainability.
NIFT increases teaching fellow seats to 20 annually and offers up to 100% fee waivers for PhD admissions in 2026, with new guidelines for OCI candidates.
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya's PhD admissions face severe imbalance. NET-qualified students in History, Political Science find zero seats while Management, Commerce have hundreds vacant.
Buxar district celebrated Makar Sankranti with vibrant kite flying competitions and cultural programmes at historic Sipahi Ghat. Officials and children participated enthusiastically in various activities.
Arts and science colleges in Chennai are planning to integrate artificial intelligence into degree programmes starting next academic year, with new courses and labs.
The upcoming BMC elections in Mumbai feature numerous highly-qualified professionals, including PhDs, MBAs, and double post-graduates, who are entering politics to drive change.
At JNU's convocation, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan told 467 PhD graduates their degrees come with a duty to contribute positively to society and nation-building.
The body of a 34-year-old Afghan PhD student was discovered in his Vadodara apartment. Police are investigating the suspected suicide and scanning his phone for clues. Read the full report.
Nagpur University's historic 113th convocation celebrated lifelong learning, awarding degrees to 61,871 students and doctorates to scholars aged 97 and 65. Read the inspiring stories.
Nagpur University's historic 113th convocation celebrated lifelong learning, awarding degrees to 61,871 students and doctorates to scholars aged 97 and 65. Read about the inspiring stories.
Pondicherry University extends PhD application deadline to January 30, 2026-27. Apply online now for entrance-based admissions to various doctoral programmes.
Five Democratic states sue Trump administration for freezing billions in public benefit funds for low-income families. Lawsuit alleges unconstitutional abuse of power. Read the full details.
A powerful op-ed by Pakistani PhD student Zorain Nizamani goes viral, sparking a global debate on a potential Gen Z-led uprising in Pakistan by 2026. Read the full analysis.
Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, inaugurated its 6-day Winter School 2026 focused on advanced research methodologies. IIML Director Prof MP Gupta emphasized robust research design and analytical tools.
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has commenced applications for its undergraduate programmes for 2026 via SET and SITEEE. Apply now for B.Tech, BBA, BCA, and more.
Panjab University, Chandigarh, begins implementing NEP 2020 for PG programmes starting the 2026-27 academic session. Learn about the new eligibility criteria and changes.
Himachal Pradesh University approves new undergraduate programs in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for affiliated colleges, along with a new academic counsellor post and part-time PhDs. Read for details.
XLRI has released the XAT 2026 response sheet. Candidates can download it from xatonline.in using their credentials. Check the step-by-step guide, exam pattern, and marking scheme here.
Dr Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University in Lucknow is set to induct its first international PhD scholars, establishing an Office for International Student Relations to facilitate admissions and cultural integration.
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has invited applications for its PhD programme for 2025-26. Apply online at iimc.gov.in before January 30, 2026.
Rabindra Kumar Behera, Chairman of RSB Global, commits to expanding CSR initiatives and women empowerment programs in Jharkhand, following his PhD honour from President Murmu. Read about the group's sustainable plans.
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has invited applications for its PhD programme 2025-26. Check eligibility, 22 seats, key dates, and the direct selection process for UGC NET qualifiers.
Lucknow University achieves a milestone with 28 international PhD admissions in 2024, its highest ever. The university also awarded 7 PhDs to foreign scholars this year, fostering global research collaboration.
Nyanda Benjamin becomes first international research scholar at Lucknow University's education department to receive a PhD. His study on leadership and digitalisation offers key insights for India and Tanzania. Read more.
Shivank Avasthi, a 20-year-old Indian doctoral student, was fatally shot near the University of Toronto. Police seek public help as India's consolate offers assistance to the family.
Udupi gears up for a 3-day sports meet & cultural festival for panchayat officials from Jan 8-10. Cricket, athletics & cultural programmes planned. Get all details.
Moving beyond the September obsession, discover why the January intake for studying abroad is now a strategic advantage for Indian students, offering better admissions odds, visa processing, and career timing.
PG and PhD students at Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology continue their hunger strike, demanding a uniform monthly stipend. They have appealed to CM Mohan Charan Majhi for intervention. Read more.
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya conducted the online Doctoral Entrance Test (DET) 2025 for engineering PhDs. 145 candidates appeared; results expected by Dec 31. Read full details on attendance and next steps.
Mumbai students opting for the fourth year of NEP 2020 UG programmes from 2026-27 will face a 25-50% fee hike. Colleges cite lack of govt aid and rising costs. Read more.