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New Higher Education Bill Replaces UGC, AICTE, NCTE

The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with a new apex body and three councils. Mint explains its impact on universities, autonomy, and students.

Viksit Bharat Shiksha Bill sent to Joint Committee

The government has agreed to send the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, to a Joint Committee of Parliament after opposition objections over centralisation and language. The Bill aims to create a new higher education regulator.

Tezpur University shut as protesters demand VC removal

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.

Telangana's Major Education Reforms: 2023-2025

Telangana Education Department unveils massive 2-year plan: 10,000+ teacher posts filled, free electricity for schools, AI literacy from class 1, and new universities. Read the full report.

Govt Says No to Indian Education Service Proposal

The Centre has ruled out creating an Indian Education Service for top university posts. The government highlights existing autonomy and new tech portals for transparent recruitment.

Singh Seeks Panel Review for Higher Education Bill

Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh requests parliamentary committee scrutiny of the Higher Education Commission of India Bill 2025 before Parliament debate. The Bill aims to merge UGC, AICTE, and NCTE.

Economic logic drives students away from humanities

India's higher education sees dramatic shift as economic priorities reshape student choices. Humanities enrollment declines while STEM fields surge. Discover the data and implications for India's education future.

Delhi Hostels for Visually Impaired College Girls

In a landmark move for inclusive education, the Delhi government unveils plans to establish dedicated hostels for visually impaired female college students across all districts, ensuring safe accommodation and enhanced accessibility.

University Students Hold Officials Hostage Over Delayed Results

Angry students at Jharkhand's Nilamber Pitamber University held officials captive for hours, demanding immediate declaration of delayed exam results. The dramatic protest highlights growing student frustration with administrative delays in Indian universi

Handmaid's Tale Protesters Flood D.C. in Anti-Trump March

In a stunning visual spectacle, Washington D.C. streets transformed into a sea of red cloaks and white bonnets as thousands of protesters channeled 'The Handmaid's Tale' to voice their opposition to Trump administration policies on women's rights and civi

KIIT Tops Odisha in QS Asia Rankings 2026

KIIT University achieves academic excellence, securing top position in Odisha and impressive national ranking in QS Asia University Rankings 2026. Discover the remarkable journey of this educational powerhouse.

Galgotias University Shines in QS World Rankings 2026

Galgotias University soars in QS World University Rankings 2026 with remarkable improvements across teaching, employability, and internationalization metrics, establishing itself as a rising global education powerhouse.

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