Ahmedabad School Assault: DEO Orders Probe Into Incident
Ahmedabad DEO Rohit Chaudhary orders inquiry into alleged assault outside National School in Ghatlodia. Family claims school downplayed head injuries, while trustee blames student scuffle.
Category : Education
Kent Syverud Named 16th President of University of Michigan
The University of Michigan Regents unanimously appointed Kent Syverud as the 16th president. He will take office on July 1, succeeding interim President Domenico Grasso.
Ahmedabad Schools Face Recognition Threat Over Violations
Ahmedabad DEO issues show-cause notices to two schools for RTE Act violations, unauthorized construction, and fee overcharging. Recognition cancellation looms if explanations are unsatisfactory.
Quantum Computing Conference Opens at LBS College in T'puram
Global experts gather at LBS Women's Engineering College for quantum computing conference, highlighting revolutionary technology applications in medicine, finance, and AI.
Ahmedabad: 16 Students Enroll in Engineering Second Phase
The second phase of admissions for vacant engineering seats in Gujarat saw extremely poor response. Only 16 students enrolled across degree and diploma courses, raising concerns about academic continuity.
Jamia to Introduce Barcode Vehicle Entry System on Campus
Jamia Millia Islamia will implement a mandatory barcode parking sticker system for vehicles entering campus, restricting unauthorized entry and enforcing noise limits with decibel meters at gates.
Punjab Notifies Digital Open Universities Policy for Education
Punjab government has officially notified its Digital Open Universities Policy, aiming to expand access to higher education through online and distance learning platforms across the state.
PU Senate Election Schedule Released, Voting in July
Punjab University has published the schedule for its Senate elections, with polling set for July 10. The process includes nomination filing from June 17-21 and scrutiny on June 24.
Trump's Immigration Crackdown Hits Indian Students, Professionals
Indian students and skilled workers face unprecedented uncertainty as Trump's immigration policies tighten visa rules, increase scrutiny, and lead to mass visa revocations and deportations.
Himachal Governor Emphasizes Rural Education Quality & Indian Values
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla inaugurated undergraduate programs at a Shimla college, highlighting the need for quality education in rural areas and teacher training aligned with Indian ethos.
Governor Calls Students to Embrace Entrepreneurship at OUTR Convocation
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati addressed OUTR graduates, encouraging them to pursue startups and adapt to technological changes like AI and renewable energy.
Stanford Ends Digital Education Program for Low-Income Students
Stanford University closed its Digital Education office due to budget cuts, terminating a program that connected thousands of low-income high school students to Stanford courses.
Bengaluru SSLC Exam Timings Changed After Paper Leak
The Karnataka school education department reschedules second SSLC preparatory exam timings to 11am following a question paper leak. Students must report by 9am.
Odisha Pushes Adult Literacy Drive Under ULLAS Initiative
Odisha's education department directs officials to accelerate enrolment in the ULLAS program, aiming for 100% literacy by 2030 through volunteer-led teaching of reading, writing, and numeracy.
Kolkata University Staff Protest Pension System
State-aided university employees in Kolkata rally against DPPG pension disbursement, fearing loss of benefits and institutional independence. Presidency University staff lead the protest.
21 GEC Bhojpur Students Get Campus Jobs with Kolkata Firm
Twenty-one engineering students from Govt Engineering College Bhojpur secure campus placements with a Kolkata-based company, receiving annual packages between Rs 3.5-4.75 lakh.
IIT-Patna Faculty Program Inaugurated at BEC Buxar
A six-day faculty development program began at Government Engineering College Buxar. IIT-Patna's Malaviya Mission organized the hybrid event with 90 participants.
Bihar Universities Miss Deadline for Professor Appointments
Only four out of twelve universities in Bihar have appointed new political science professors by the January 15 deadline, exacerbating teacher shortages in higher education institutions across the state.
PPU Senate to Clear Academic, Administrative Proposals
Patliputra University's senate will meet Tuesday to approve crucial proposals including convocation plans, budget, faculty promotions, and new college affiliations.
Jadavpur University Hijab Probe Panel Records Statements
The fact-finding committee at Jadavpur University recorded statements from teachers, scholars, and students regarding the hijab controversy. It recommended excluding a professor from EC discussions and will submit its final report by January 29.
Sanskrit Revival Vital for Indian Languages, Says VC at Seminar
KSDSU VC Lakshmi Niwas Pandey calls Sanskrit the mother of Indian languages, stressing revival for full development. CUSB hosts national seminar on language family heritage.
Harvard Falls to Third as Chinese Universities Lead Science Rankings
The latest CWTS Leiden Ranking 2025 reveals a seismic shift in global science leadership. Harvard University drops to third place, while China's Zhejiang and Shanghai Jiao Tong Universities claim the top spots.
Indian Student's UAL London Journey: Less Scary Than Expected
Saayesha, a BA Interior Design student at University of the Arts London, reveals her honest experience of studying abroad—from university applications to adjusting to London life.
CHSE Seeks Govt Nod for Humanities E-Evaluation from 2026
The Council of Higher Secondary Education urges the Odisha government to approve digital evaluation for Humanities stream answer sheets starting this year, after years of delay.
VTU Splits Internship Period to Ease Student Pressure
Visvesvaraya Technological University divides mandatory internships across two semesters to reduce competition and address payment demands from companies.
IIT Dharwad, Karnataka Govt Align on Defence Tech CoE
IIT Dharwad director Prof Venkappayya Desai met Karnataka IT-BT minister Priyank Kharge to operationalise a Centre of Excellence in Defence Technology and Industry 5.0.
Mysuru Girl Recites 49 Kannada Proverbs from Memory
A 10-year-old student from Mysuru, Lakshmitha MK, flawlessly recites proverbs for all 49 Kannada letters without notes, showcasing exceptional linguistic talent and cultural preservation.
Udupi Student Seeks CM Help Over Power Cuts Affecting Studies
Deepesh Shenoy, a Class X student and Hoysala Shaurya Awardee, writes to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urging action on frequent power outages disrupting online learning and SSLC exam preparation in Udupi.
NGO Seeks Clarity on BIM Trichy's Legal Status
Arappor Iyakkam alleges irregularities at Bharathidasan Institute of Management, questioning its administrative control and transparency in admissions and fees.
RCU Officials Calm Farmers, Promise Road Fixes and Land Protection
Rani Channamma University officials spent hours with farmers in Hirebagewadi, addressing crop damage and land loss fears. They promised concrete roads and no encroachment.
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