25 Govt ITIs in Odisha to Get Centres of Excellence
Odisha's skill development department launches a scheme to upgrade 25 state-run ITIs into Centres of Excellence with high-tech labs and new-age trades like AI & robotics by 2026-27.
Category : Higher Education
UCLA Professor Pledged Allegiance to Jeffrey Epstein in Emails
Newly released emails show a UCLA neuroscience professor pledged loyalty to Jeffrey Epstein after learning of his guilty plea. Explore the shocking details and university response.
Indian Arts & Ethics Reshape Higher Education
Indian universities are integrating arts, heritage, and ethical traditions into curricula to create culturally aware, interdisciplinary graduates. Discover how this shift prepares students for global challenges.
Kerala Govt: No Fight with Governor on VC Appointments
Kerala Higher Education Minister R Bindu clarifies the state government is not seeking conflict with Governor Arlekar over university VC appointments. The KTU budget of Rs 373.52 crore was approved in a peaceful meeting.
Govt cuts NIT director professor experience from 10 to 7 years
The Education Ministry has relaxed the eligibility for NIT director posts, reducing required professorial experience from 10 to 7 years. This move aims to widen the talent pool for leadership roles. Read more about the policy shift.
Naidu Launches South India Rocketry Challenge-2K26
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu launches the South India Rocketry Challenge-2K26, a major student aerospace initiative at Vignan University. Winners get ₹1.5 lakh prizes. Read more.
East Zone VCs Meet 2025-26 Ends at Aryabhatta Knowledge University
The two-day East Zone Vice-Chancellors’ Meet 2025-26 concluded at Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna, with a strong focus on promoting sustainability and social responsibility in higher education. Read key insights from AIU officials.
Odisha Launches Bidhayak Medha Samman Awards for Education
Odisha's Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj launched the Bidhayak Medha Samman to boost quality, reduce dropouts, and reward excellence in Dhamnagar. Discover the award categories and prize amounts.
Scientists Predict How Sun Will Destroy Earth
Astronomers using TESS data reveal how dying stars consume their planets. Discover the terrifying fate awaiting Earth in 5 billion years. Read the full study now!
4 Key Education Laws That Defined India in 2025
2025 saw landmark education laws on fees, coaching centres & higher education. Explore the Delhi Fee Act, Rajasthan Coaching Bill, Viksit Bharat Bill & IIM Amendment. Discover the shift in India's education governance.
MSc students in Mumbai make math fun for school kids
Homi Bhabha State University's Sigmatics festival uses skits, games, and races to transform math learning for Mumbai school students, combating fear and boredom.
AP EAMCET 2026 Schedule Released by APSCHE
APSCHE announces AP EAMCET 2026 exam dates. Engineering tests from May 12-15 & 18, Agriculture/Pharmacy on May 19-20. Plan your preparation now!
Bihar Minister Calls for Renewed Focus on Humanities in Higher Ed
Bihar's Higher Education Minister expresses concern over declining interest in humanities, urges curriculum reforms integrating AI and digital tools. Read the key proposals from the East Zone VCs' conference.
BTech Student's Suicide in Raigarh Over Academic Pressure
A 20-year-old BTech student from Jharkhand died by suicide in a Raigarh hostel. Her note reveals severe academic and financial stress. Read the full report on the rising pressure on students.
Einstein's Relativity Proved by Star Torn Apart by Black Hole
Astronomers witness a star's destruction near a spinning black hole, revealing space-time twisting predicted by Einstein's theory of general relativity. A breakthrough for gravity studies.
US Dual Enrolment: High School Students Get College Credits
Explore the widespread US policy of dual enrolment, where high school students earn college credits. Understand its benefits, structural challenges, and how it impacts educational equity. Learn more about this educational pathway.
National Mathematics Day: Celebrating Ramanujan's Legacy
On December 22, India celebrates National Mathematics Day, honouring Srinivasa Ramanujan. Discover the story of the self-taught genius whose work still shapes science today.
Governor Hosts Engineering Interns for Rural Tech Dialogue
Mizoram Governor Gen Vijay Kumar Singh interacted with 32 IIT Madras & NIT Mizoram interns. Discussed tech solutions for rural challenges in agriculture, water & health. Read more.
What the number 1729 reveals about Ramanujan's genius
On National Mathematics Day, we decode the story of 1729, the Hardy-Ramanujan number, to understand the real genius of Srinivasa Ramanujan—a blend of innate talent and rigorous work. Discover the man behind the legend.
National Seminar on Holistic Student Development Held in Assam
A national seminar at Khetri's National Institute for Teacher Education emphasized holistic development and confidence building for students. Over 20 research papers were presented, with experts discussing institutional and familial roles in shaping futur
Free Skill Training Centre Opens in Dhamtari's Koliyari Village
Dhamtari district launches Madhurima Gurukul, a free skill training centre in Koliyari village. Offering courses like electrician & computer operations, it aims to boost youth employability. Classes start Jan 15.
Tamil Nadu Minority Colleges Can Now Form Own Selection Panels
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin's new order ends a 4-year deadlock, allowing minority institutions to form faculty selection committees without govt nominees. This brings relief to hundreds of faculty members and colleges like Loyola and MCC.
India's Higher Education Needs Quality & Quantity Push
India's higher education system requires a dual focus on excellence and expansion, similar to the US model. Expert Jitamitra Desai outlines the path forward. Read the full analysis.
Justice JJ Munir: Education Develops Potential, Not Just Income
Allahabad HC Justice JJ Munir paid tribute to Madan Mohan Malaviya, stressing education's role in human development over income generation. Read about his ideals and legacy.
Bihar Varsities Defy UGC Norms on Teacher Confirmations
Bihar universities ignore UGC and state govt mandates, delaying assistant professor confirmations by up to 2 years. FUTAB seeks chancellor's intervention to end unfair practice. Read more.
PU Professor Felicitated for Punjab Vocational Education Review
Neha Gulati, assistant professor at Panjab University, was felicitated for her work as a content reviewer for the Hunar Sikhia vocational education initiative. Read about this key step in strengthening skill-based learning in Punjab.
146 Punjab College Teachers Trained in Anti-Drug Drive
Punjab trains 146 teachers as nodal officers to combat drug abuse in colleges. Workshops under NAPDDR focus on mental health, stigma, and support. #DrugFreePunjab
Single Higher Education Body: What Viksit Bharat Bill Proposes
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes a single higher education commission, merging UGC, AICTE & NCTE. Read details on its impact, centralisation debate, and expert views.
Bihar Varsities Ignore 1-Year Probation Rule for Professors
Bihar universities defy UGC and state govt rules by arbitrarily delaying confirmation of assistant professors. FUTAB seeks chancellor's intervention to end unfair practice. Read the full report.
Winter Solstice 2025: Shortest Day Today
The 2025 Winter Solstice occurs today, Dec 21, at 8:33 PM IST, marking the shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere. Discover its astronomical meaning and cultural significance. Read more!
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