Kerala Universities Await Permanent VCs as Governor Acts
The Save University Campaign Committee urges the governor to expedite VC appointments in 10 state universities after progress on three key institutions.
Category : Education
Kolkata Agency Head Held in US Admission Fraud
Karnataka Police arrest Sayan Basu from Kolkata for allegedly duping a student with promises of US college admissions at reduced fees through fake tie-ups.
DTF Punjab Demands Shorter School Hours Amid Fog
The Democratic Teachers' Front urges Punjab government to reduce school timings from 10 am to 3 pm until 2026, citing safety risks from dense fog and severe cold.
PEC Student Death in Chandigarh Reveals Mental Health Struggles
A 19-year-old Punjab Engineering College student from Uttar Pradesh died in Chandigarh after months of emotional distress, anxiety, and homesickness, raising urgent questions about campus mental health support systems.
NEET Mandatory for Physiotherapy UG Courses in Karnataka
Karnataka's allied health council directs all universities to admit students to undergraduate physiotherapy programs based on their NEET scores following national commission guidelines.
PAU Joins BRICS Network on Food Security
Punjab Agricultural University in Ludhiana has been formally included in the BRICS Network University's Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security cluster, boosting India's role ahead of its 2026 chairmanship.
Karnataka Mandates NEET for BPT, BOT Admissions from 2026
Starting 2026-27, NEET becomes compulsory for admissions to Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Bachelor of Occupational Therapy courses in Karnataka, as per the state council's directive.
Bengaluru Tightens Exam Security After Paper Leak
Following the SSLC preparatory exam paper leak, the pre-university department in Bengaluru has introduced strict new rules for printing, distribution, and handling of question papers to prevent future breaches.
OU Suspends Faculty Member for Defamation, Ethical Breaches
Osmania University suspends a former teachers' association president for running parallel administration, ethical violations, and sustained defamation campaign against senior officials.
Exclusive School That Shaped a Maharaja's Education
An exclusive school was established to educate the royal family and officers' children, recruiting renowned scholars as teachers. Discover the story behind Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV's formative years.
British Team Visits Sonepat University in Haryana
A delegation from the British High Commission visited a university in Sonepat, Haryana, to discuss educational partnerships and student opportunities.
West Bengal Urges NTA to Reschedule JEE-Main Exam
West Bengal's higher education department requests NTA to postpone JEE-Main session-1 on January 23, citing Netaji's birth anniversary and Saraswati Puja, to avoid student difficulties.
Presidency University Students Demand Entrance Tests for All Departments
Students at Presidency University in Kolkata are demanding entrance tests for every undergraduate department this year, citing fairness concerns over board score-based admissions.
Hyderabad Institutions Beat Water Crisis with Recharge
IIITH and MANUU in Hyderabad's IT corridor achieve water self-reliance through innovative groundwater recharge and recycling systems, drastically reducing tanker dependence.
Delhi Youth Festival Fuels Defence, Tech Startups with Grants
Six student startups secured Rs 10 lakh equity-free grants at Delhi's Campus to Market festival, showcasing innovations in defence AI, quantum security, biodegradable pads, and smart luggage.
Schools in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Start Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Awareness
The education department in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar initiates a school-wide awareness campaign about Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji's sacrifice, featuring events like processions and competitions.
Student Dies of Cardiac Arrest During College Run in Jamshedpur
A second-year engineering student from Chaibasa Engineering College collapsed and died during a 1,000-meter run organized for Yuva Diwas in West Singhbhum district.
Maharashtra Seeks Clarification on Professor of Practice Appointments
The Maharashtra government will seek written clarification from public universities for failing to appoint sufficient Professors of Practice, with most institutions appointing fewer than five despite requirements.
Chitradurga Tops Karnataka in Ganitha Ganaka Implementation
Chitradurga district excels in Karnataka's Ganitha Ganaka program, training 2,400 teachers and reaching 9,000 students with significant learning gains in foundational numeracy.
Karnatak University Makes AI Compulsory for All Students
Karnatak University in Dharwad will introduce artificial intelligence as a mandatory subject across all undergraduate and postgraduate programs starting 2026-27 to bridge the academia-industry gap.
Thodikana School Marks 75 Years with Grand Amrit Mahotsav
Govt Higher Primary School in Thodikana, Sullia, celebrates its 75th anniversary. The school began in 1948 through village elders' efforts to educate rural children.
RCU VC Faces Caste Bias Claims Over In-Charge Appointment
Rani Channamma University's vice-chancellor faces new caste discrimination allegations after appointing registrar as in-charge, bypassing senior-most dean. Complaints cite violations of university act and governor's directive.
VTU Internship Portal Under Fire for Opaque Approval Process
Karnataka technical institutes allege VTU's internship portal approval process is opaque and centralized, causing delays and governance concerns over preferential treatment and financial models.
University Pays $200K, Bans Indian Students Over Curry Dispute
University of Colorado Boulder settles for $200,000 after two Indian PhD students faced retaliation for reheating palak paneer. The case highlights cultural clashes in shared spaces.
IIM Visakhapatnam, HAL Academy Sign Defence Training MoU
IIM Visakhapatnam and HAL Management Academy sign MoU to develop leadership programs for defence officers, supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat through custom management education.
Maharashtra Cancels 107 Exam Centers Over Cheating
The Maharashtra State Board has revoked recognition of 107 exam centers due to copying and malpractices during last year's board exams. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar division tops the list with 28 centers.
SC Orders States to Frame Rules for 25% EWS Quota Under RTE
The Supreme Court has instructed all states and union territories to establish clear rules for implementing the 25% EWS quota in private schools under the RTE Act, ensuring compliance.
Madurai Students Innovate at Young Kalam Science Fest
Students from Madurai corporation schools showcased innovative projects at the Young Kalam Science Fest, demonstrating how education sparks creativity and practical problem-solving.
UPSC Daily Quiz: Science & Tech MCQs for Prelims 2026
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this Science & Technology quiz covering atomic clocks, Kudankulam plant, rogue planets, and more. Check answers and explanations.
UGC Orders Equity Panels in Colleges to Fight Discrimination
The University Grants Commission mandates the creation of Equity Committees in all higher education institutions to ensure a discrimination-free environment for students and staff.
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