NAAC Announces New Binary & MBGL Accreditation System
NAAC shifts to a new accreditation framework based on the Radhakrishnan Committee report. MDU confirms it will apply once the portal opens and assures students about valid degrees.
Category : Higher Education
New Portal to Tackle PhD Delays in Tamil Nadu Universities
Tamil Nadu's higher education department plans a real-time tracking portal to help 47,000 PhD scholars overcome approval delays in coursework, thesis submission, and viva-voce. Read more.
Goan Jesuit Priest's Galactic Archaeology Breakthrough
Fr Richard D'Souza, a Jesuit priest from Goa, leads the Vatican Observatory, uncovering the violent history of galaxy mergers. Discover how faith and science converge in his cosmic quest.
IISF 2023: 400 Cameras, Elite Security at Panjab University
The India International Science Festival 2023 at Panjab University is under a massive security blanket with 400 CCTV cameras and elite teams. Discover the high-tech measures ensuring safety for VVIPs and thousands of attendees.
India's Final Supermoon of 2025: The Cold Moon
On 5 December 2025, India saw the year's last supermoon, the Cold Moon, shining brighter and larger. Discover the science and tradition behind this celestial spectacle.
Goan Jesuit Priest is Vatican's Galactic Archaeologist
Fr Richard D’Souza, a Jesuit priest from Goa, leads the Vatican Observatory, uncovering the violent history of galaxies. Discover his journey from Pune to a groundbreaking discovery about Andromeda.
Chandigarh Aided Colleges Teachers Seek UGC 2018 Implementation
CACTA urges Education Ministry to implement UGC Regulations 2018 and raise retirement age from 60 to 65 in Chandigarh's aided colleges, citing disparity with Panjab University norms.
ICAI Nagpur's ₹34 Crore Green Building Launched
ICAI launches a ₹34 crore green building in Nagpur to train future CAs. President Nanda says India needs 30-35 lakh CAs by 2047. Read about Project Vanijya's record.
New ITI in Gorakhpur's Piprauli to Boost Industrial Skills
CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates a new Rs 16 crore ITI in Gorakhpur's Piprauli on Dec 9. The institute will provide job-ready skills for GIDA's industries. Read more about this key development.
Rajkot Student Avinash Moliya Found Hanging at Home
A 20-year-old engineering student in Rajkot was found dead at his residence. Police are investigating the role of exam-related distress. Read the full story for details.
SWAYAM July 2025 Exam City Intimation Slip Released
NTA has issued the Advance City Intimation Slip for SWAYAM July 2025 exams. Check your allotted city and note revised dates for three courses. Download your slip now!
Haryana Assistant Professor Exam: Aspirants File RTI, Stage Protest
Candidates for Haryana's assistant professor posts protest and file RTI after only 151 clear the test for 613 vacancies. They allege evaluation flaws and seek answer sheets. Education Minister says HPSC is looking into the matter.
Jammu College Row: Demand to Shift Muslim Students After Clash
A student clash at a Jammu college sparks protests. The Sangharsh Samiti demands relocation of Muslim students, citing safety concerns. Authorities promise action.
ISI Autonomy Under Threat: New Draft Bill Raises Concerns
The Draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025, proposes converting ISI into a statutory body under central control, raising fears of eroding institutional independence. Experts warn this mirrors a broader trend affecting IIMs and Visva-Bharati. Read m
Kolkata: India's Science City Shaping Future Innovators
Explore how Kolkata's scientific legacy, iconic Science City, and public engagement make it India's hub for innovation and accessible STEM learning. Discover its impact on education.
Tezpur University: Senior Prof Takes Charge as Acting VC
Senior-most professor Dhruba Kumar Bhattacharyya assumes charge as acting VC of Tezpur University amid a 7-day shutdown. Ministry officials to visit campus. Details inside.
India Science Festival 2026 at IISER Pune on Jan 10-11
India Science Festival 2026 at IISER Pune features astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla & Nobelist Venki Ramakrishnan. Join expert talks on AI, space, quantum tech & more. Discover the future of science!
CUSB Geology Students Gain Field Expertise in UP & MP
CUSB's 'Lab to Land' program trained PG students in geological mapping & mineral identification across UP & MP sites, enhancing skills for Viksit Bharat. Read more.
Bihar to recruit 6,000 university teachers in 2026
Bihar's universities are set to fill over 6,000 vacant teaching posts, including assistant professors and senior roles. A new state-level written test may be introduced for recruitment. Read the full details here.
India-Russia Sign Pact to Strengthen Vocational Education
India and Russia signed a key agreement on Dec 5, 2025, to enhance vocational education and skill development, focusing on IT, AI, and manufacturing sectors.
Delhi's Educated Women: Classroom Leaders, Workforce Laggards
Delhi's female literacy soars to 80.76%, with women dominating classrooms. Yet, a stark paradox emerges as their workforce participation lags at just 14.2%. Explore the data and the challenge.
RIL Selects 225 Engineers in Gujarat Govt Placement Drive
Reliance Industries selects 225 degree-engineering students in a Gujarat government placement drive. Over 3,800 students registered. Read about the initiative to boost local hiring.
Butterfly-Shaped Crater on Mars Reveals Water Clues
ESA's Mars Express orbiter discovers a unique butterfly-shaped crater on Mars, formed by a shallow-angle impact. The fluidised debris suggests subsurface ice, offering new insights into Martian water history and geology. Read the full analysis.
India's Macaulay System: Outgrow, Don't Erase
Gurucharan Gollerkeri argues India's distinctive 1835 Macaulay education system needs evolution, not erasure. Read the analysis on its lasting impact and the path forward.
Higher Education Institutes Must Implement New Language Initiative
Under NEP 2020, all Indian HEIs must implement the 'Learn One More Bharatiya Bhasha' initiative to boost multilingualism and employability. Learn the details and impact.
Prayagraj Youth Fest for 15-29 Year Olds on Dec 13
Prayagraj's district-level youth festival under VBYLD 2026 on Dec 13 offers declamation, folk dance, science exhibition & more. Register on My Bharat portal. Details inside.
Jharkhand Ministers Lay Foundation for IHM Ranchi Expansion
Jharkhand ministers Shilpi Neha Tirkey & Sudivya Kumar laid the foundation for an executive development centre & girls' hostel expansion at IHM Ranchi, boosting tourism & hospitality education. Read more.
New Chairperson for College Service Commission in Kolkata
Souren Bandyopadhyay replaces Dipak Kumar Kar as the College Service Commission chairperson. The higher education department made the changes citing Kar's new VC role, amidst complaints of interview irregularities.
Delhi: Educated Women Rise, But Jobs Remain Elusive
A Delhi govt report shows women are excelling in higher education and teaching roles, yet their workforce participation remains critically low at 14.2%. Explore the data and the structural barriers behind this paradox.
US College Completion Rate Steady at 61.1%: Report
The six-year college completion rate for US students starting in 2019 is 61.1%, showing resilience post-pandemic. Dual enrolment students have a significant edge. Explore the key findings.
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