Category : Higher Education


TNNLU Protests Intensify Over VC's Alleged Sexist Comments

Protests at Tamil Nadu National Law University continue for a second day over vice-chancellor V Nagaraj's alleged sexist remarks about women students wearing shorts. All class representatives have resigned, with students demanding an apology and action.

Student Drowns in Bharathiar University Swimming Pool

A 21-year-old MSc computer science student at Bharathiar University in Coimbatore drowned in the campus swimming pool on Friday. Despite rescue efforts by friends and faculty, he was declared dead at a private hospital.

Milan 2026: SRM Festival Highlights Indian Maximalism

SRM University's Milan 2026 cultural festival, themed 'Indian Maximalism,' transformed the campus into a vibrant hub of music, dance, gaming, and art over four days. Featuring celebrity guests and diverse competitions, it exemplified how student-led event

KIPM Students Win TCS Cybersecurity Hackathon in Gorakhpur

Students from KIPM College of Engineering and Technology excelled at a cybersecurity hackathon organized with TCS, securing first place and a Rs25,000 prize. The event promoted innovation and skill development in AI and cybersecurity.

VTU to Set Up Quantum Computing Lab in Bengaluru

Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) is establishing a dedicated quantum computing lab at its Bengaluru campus, announced by Vice-Chancellor Prof. S Vidyashankar at the National Quantum Students' Conference 2026 in Belagavi.

Delhi CM Announces ITI Modernization with New Labs

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a comprehensive initiative to upgrade Industrial Training Institutes with state-of-the-art labs in power electronics, welding, automotive tech, and electric vehicles to enhance employability.

US Schools Use AI Chatbots to Cut Budget Deficits

Facing funding pressures, US school districts are adopting AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT to analyze expenses and save millions, though adoption remains limited due to privacy concerns.

SWAYAM 2026 Registration Opens for 900+ Courses

SWAYAM 2026 registration is now open, offering over 900 free online courses from top Indian institutions. Exams are scheduled for June 2026, with applications accepted until May 31, 2026.

Indian PhD Student's UK Stipend: 60% Spent on Rent

An Indian PhD student at the University of Manchester shares her monthly budget, highlighting that 60% of her stipend goes to rent, exposing cost-of-living pressures for international students in the UK.

NTA SWAYAM Jan 2026 Applications Open: Key Info

The National Testing Agency has started the application process for SWAYAM January 2026 semester exams. Exams will be held in June 2026 in CBT/Hybrid mode for courses from IIMs, IGNOU, and others.

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