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.
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NIFT PhD Admissions 2026: More Seats, Fee Waivers
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.
PhD Admission Chaos at Devi Ahilya University
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.
Mumbai BMC Polls See Highly-Educated Candidates
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.
JNU Graduates Have Societal Responsibility: Pradhan
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.
Afghan Student Found Dead in Vadodara Hostel Room
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 Univ Convocation: Elders, 61,871 Students Honored
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 Univ Convocation: 97-yr-old gets D Litt, 61,871 degrees
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 PhD Deadline Extended to Jan 30
Pondicherry University extends PhD application deadline to January 30, 2026-27. Apply online now for entrance-based admissions to various doctoral programmes.
Pakistani Student's Op-Ed Ignites Gen Z Uprising Debate
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 Lucknow Inaugurates Winter School 2026
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.
HPU to offer UG courses in Data Science, AI from 2026
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.
DSMNRU Lucknow to Enroll First Batch of Foreign PhD Students
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.
IIMC PhD Admissions 2025-26: Apply by Jan 30
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.
RSB Global to Boost CSR, Women Empowerment in Jharkhand
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.
IIMC PhD Admissions 2025-26: Apply by Jan 30
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.
LU Sets Record with 28 International PhD Scholars in 2024
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.
Tanzanian Scholar Gets PhD from Lucknow University
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.
Indian Student Killed in Toronto Shooting, India Expresses Anguish
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.
OUAT students' hunger strike for stipend parity continues
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.
DAVV PhD Entrance Test 2025 Conducted Successfully
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.
Belagavi PhD scholar refuses certificate after harassment case
Rani Channamma University asks Sujata Pol to pay fee for PhD certificate by Dec 31. Scholar refuses, citing past harassment complaint & suicide attempt. Details inside.
Nagpur University PhD Norms Withdrawn, New Rules Pending
Nagpur University withdraws PhD norms, leaving admissions in flux. VC Kshirsagar promises careful review of new draft by Dec 31. Existing scholars' work unaffected. Details inside.
Mumbai University PhD Numbers Jump 43%, Highest in 9 Years
Mumbai University sees a 43% surge in PhD degrees awarded, set to cross 600 by 2026 convocation. Science leads with 45%. Read about the research revival.
MU to Award 577 PhDs, 44% Rise After Covid Slump
Mumbai University rebounds strongly, awarding 577 PhDs at its Jan 17 convocation, a 44% increase from last year. Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood to be Chief Guest. Details inside.
MU to Award 577 PhDs at Jan 17 Convocation
Mumbai University sees a strong rebound in PhD completions, awarding 577 degrees this year—a 44% increase from 2023. Read about the post-pandemic recovery and key initiatives.
India's PhD Gap: 10,000 Science Doctorates vs US's 40,000
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Educated Carjackers Shoot Driver, Then Call to Check on Him
A cab driver in Rewari was shot by two educated carjackers, who later called to inquire about his health, leading to their arrest. Read the full bizarre story here.
GNDU PhD Scholar Bags Best Poster Award
Gurpreet Kaur, a PhD scholar from GNDU, wins the Best Poster Award at the ICBEST-2024 conference in Thailand for her innovative research on metal-organic frameworks. Read about her achievement!
Nagpur University Revokes PhD Thesis Directive
Nagpur University withdraws controversial PhD thesis extension for old scholars following heated Senate protests. 22 theses were submitted under the now-scrapped rule. Read the full story.
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