Panjab University 2025: Rankings, Protests & Historic Win
Panjab University's 2025 saw ABVP's historic PUCSC win after 48 years, major protests over governance changes, and strong global rankings. Explore the year's key events.
Panjab University's 2025 saw ABVP's historic PUCSC win after 48 years, major protests over governance changes, and strong global rankings. Explore the year's key events.
Panjab University's single part-time mental health counsellor conducted 46 individual sessions since November, highlighting a severe shortage as student anxiety surges. Read more about the growing crisis.
Panjab University VC Renu Vig launched a book on nanotech in food and drugs. It explores regulatory, ethical aspects and applications in cancer treatment. Read more.
Boston University researcher Arun Narota, a PU alumnus, delivered a lecture on novel therapeutic strategies for pulmonary fibrosis, focusing on lymphatic clearance. Read about the insights shared.
Panjab University inaugurated its 16th Chrysanthemum Exhibition, showcasing 4,200 plants. VC Renu Vig launched the 5-day floral event promoting environmental awareness.
Nagpur University faces major exam delays as a former agency withholds student data, causing a ₹70 lakh payment freeze. The VC cites IT cell gaps as a key bottleneck. Read more.
Panjab University's Sector 14 post office is now Punjab's first Gen Z-themed facility. Featuring Wi-Fi, digital payments, and a mini library, it aims to be a modern hub for students. Read more about this innovative revamp by India Post.
Panjab University will spearhead initiatives on air quality monitoring, tourism, anaemia screening, entrepreneurship & skills after NITI Aayog's approval. All projects must finish by March 2026.
Panjab University students and faculty request an extended winter break due to delayed semester exams. The current schedule leaves insufficient preparation time. Read about their demands.
Chandigarh's Sector 14 Post Office at Panjab University reopens Monday with a cafe-style makeover. Featuring Wi-Fi, seating & coffee, it aims to be a youth hub. Read about India Post's modernization drive.
Panjab University VC Renu Vig writes to Chandigarh administration demanding implementation of UGC 2018 regulations for aided college teachers' promotions, a move welcomed by teachers' association.
Neha Gulati, assistant professor at Panjab University, was felicitated for her work as a content reviewer for the Hunar Sikhia vocational education initiative. Read about this key step in strengthening skill-based learning in Punjab.
Panjab University's UICET held its annual alumni meet, presenting Illustrious Alumni Awards to HPCL CMD Vikas Kaushal and RCF director Ritu Goswami. Read more about the event.
Panjab University teachers raise governance concerns over Dean College Development Council's part-time attendance & pending embezzlement inquiry. Calls for full-time appointment.
Kerala High Court directs Calicut University to include newly elected union councillors in its general council before proceeding with the senate election. Read the full legal directive.
Panjab University has rescheduled the PU-CET UG and PUTHAT 2026 entrance exams to May, reversing its early schedule. Students advised to check official websites for updates.
Panjab University VC inaugurates merged faculty flats, now called NTF1. The move, a long-standing PUTA demand, converts 360 sq ft units into spacious 720 sq ft homes. Read more about the campus upgrade.
Panjab University's School of Communication Studies delays results for MA & diploma students for nearly half a year, jeopardizing job and higher study prospects. University calls delay unacceptable.
Panjab University concludes QR sticker drive, shifts focus to outsider vehicles. New lanes at Gate 2 streamline entry for 1,800 verified cars, easing congestion. Read about the new traffic enforcement measures.
Panjab University's biophysics department organised an expert talk on engineered nanostructures for single protein analysis by UK's Dr. Cuifeng Ying. Discover the future of biophysical research.
Panjab University's QR code vehicle sticker drive concludes, revealing only 1,800 student cars out of 16,000+ enrolments. The data confirms traffic woes are largely due to outsider vehicles.
The India International Science Festival 2023 at Panjab University is under a massive security blanket with 400 CCTV cameras and elite teams. Discover the high-tech measures ensuring safety for VVIPs and thousands of attendees.
Panjab University's 73rd convocation on Dec 13 mandates traditional attire. Students to wear Phulkari jackets, follow strict dress code & rehearsal rules. Details here.
A Panjab University student attempted suicide over academic pressure, spotlighting the varsity's fragile mental health support with just one part-time counsellor for 16,000+ students. Read more.
Panjab University students held a candle march on Dr. Ambedkar's death anniversary. The Ambedkar Students Association demanded implementation of reservation norms in university bodies.
Three female athletes from Ludhiana's Khalsa College for Women won silver medals at KIUG 2025 in Rajasthan. Read about their inspiring journeys in hammer throw, judo, and cycling.
Five students from Khalsa College for Women, Ludhiana, led Panjab University's women's basketball team to a bronze medal at KIUG 2025 in Rajasthan. Discover their inspiring journey.
Amrita Negi, a Panjab University student, died from injuries sustained in a road accident in Chandigarh. Police arrested the accused under negligence charges. Read the full details.
Panjab University delivered a stellar performance at KIUG 2025, winning 65 medals and securing overall championships in yoga and judo. Discover the details of their historic achievement.
Nagpur University's Senate flags dire state of boys' hostels. New VC Manali Kshirsagar promises personal review amid claims of incomplete repairs, leaks, and poor hygiene. Read the full report.