NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reverses his pledge to end mayoral control of public schools, opting for accountability. He appoints new chancellor to lead the $40 billion system. Read more.
Zohran Mamdani appoints Kamar Samuels, a veteran educator focused on equity, to lead NYC's vast public school system. Key challenges include integration and funding.
The stalemate over V-C appointments in Tamil Nadu universities continues as the President returns a key bill. Educationists urge Governor and CM to find a solution for 14 affected universities.
President Droupadi Murmu has returned a bill seeking to take over the 168-year-old university, dealing a blow to the Tamil Nadu government's plans. Read the full story.
Ajmer police file FIR after private college owner allegedly threatens Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University VC Suresh Agarwal. MDSU employees demand probe. Details inside.
Tamil Nadu government directs search committees for three state universities to resume work, extending tenure till March 21. The move aims to expedite VC appointments despite legal hurdles.
Tezpur University students and staff begin a 24-hour hunger strike, marking 100 days of protest demanding VC's removal over alleged irregularities. Read the full story.
Kerala University syndicate acts to fill registrar post permanently after governor's intervention stalled temporary appointment. Read the full story on the administrative reshuffle.
Over 356 applicants turn to Central University of Tamil Nadu for VC post as appointments in state universities remain frozen. Experts cite lack of transparency in central selection process.
Kerala Higher Education Minister R Bindu clarifies the state government is not seeking conflict with Governor Arlekar over university VC appointments. The KTU budget of Rs 373.52 crore was approved in a peaceful meeting.
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft involving over $2 million. Details inside.
Kerala's ruling CPI(M) dismisses claims of internal discord regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments. The party accuses the Chancellor of unilateral action, prompting a state government challenge in the Kerala High Court. Read the full details.
The 26th German Christmas Market transformed Delhi's PSOI lawns into a festive hub. Delhiites enjoyed authentic food, shopping, and cheer. Experience the magic!
Germany's parliament sees fiery debate as AfD lawmaker attacks Chancellor Merz over EU's plan to use frozen Russian funds for Ukraine, calling it 'theft'. Read the full story on the deepening European rift.
Supreme Court expresses satisfaction as Kerala Governor and state government agree on Vice-Chancellor appointments for two universities, ending a prolonged stalemate. Read the full story.
Governor Haribhau Bagde appoints Rajendra Babu Dubey as Vice-Chancellor of Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University (SKRAU), Bikaner. Read the official details and tenure.
Calicut University Vice-Chancellor cancels DSU swearing-in after SFI-affiliated leaders attempt to take oath in name of martyrs, deviating from official format. Read the full details of the protest.
Congress leader V D Satheesan criticizes the Kerala CM-Governor agreement on VC appointments as detrimental. He also condemns the case over a viral election parody song. Read more.
Kerala opposition leader V D Satheesan criticizes the CM-Governor agreement on university VC appointments as against state interests. He also condemns the case over a parody song. Read more.
The Supreme Court has resolved the impasse over Vice-Chancellor appointments in Kerala universities, calling it a 'very happy ending'. Read the full details of the consensus.
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan informs Supreme Court that consensus has been reached on appointing Vice-Chancellors for state universities. Read the full details of the agreement and its implications.
Governor C V Ananda Bose's request to shift Jadavpur University's convocation to 3 PM creates a logistical nightmare for 4,000 students. Will the December 24 ceremony proceed? Read the full story.
Congress leader KC Venugopal alleges a secret understanding between Kerala Governor and CM led to controversial VC appointments, compromising student futures. Read the full expose.
The appointment of two new VCs in Kerala ends a standoff but fuels allegations of political compromise. Get the full story on the controversy.
Prof. S.N. Hegde, former Vice-Chancellor of Mysore University, passed away at 86. A distinguished academic, he served from 1998 to 2001. Read more about his legacy.
President Droupadi Murmu withholds assent to West Bengal bills aiming to replace Governor with CM as university chancellor. A major setback for Mamata Banerjee's administration.
President Droupadi Murmu has withheld assent to West Bengal bills aiming to replace the Governor with the Chief Minister as university chancellor. Get the full details on this key governance decision.
Protesters at Tezpur University vow to keep the institution closed until formal steps are taken to remove the Vice Chancellor. A high-level delegation's exit was secured with a written assurance post-midnight.
Supreme Court asks Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Rajendra Arlekar to finalise VCs for two universities by consensus. The court warns it will appoint names if the stalemate continues.
Amid a week-long shutdown, senior professor Dhruba Bhattacharyya assumes charge as acting VC of Tezpur University. Read the full story on the unfolding campus crisis and leadership tussle.