Powai police record statements from uncle and roommates of Naman Agrawal, a 21-year-old IIT-Bombay student who died by suspected suicide. Investigation focuses on his depression and family health concerns.
Top NHL draft prospect Gavin McKenna of Penn State Nittany Lions faces felony assault charges after a post-game altercation, potentially impacting his 2026 draft stock and professional hockey career.
Google has launched applications for its 2026 Student Researcher Program, offering Indian students in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune opportunities to work on AI, ML, and Quantum Computing research projects with monthly stipends.
Akshata Murty reveals how curiosity and purpose combat modern alienation through her Lessons at 10 programme, inspiring UK youth with democracy and history at Downing Street.
IGNOU introduces a new BSc in Fabric and Apparel Design under FYUP with multiple exit options. Applications open for January 2026, fee Rs 11,000/year, ODL mode.
Animation education is evolving from traditional classroom teaching to studio-led production training. Institutions like AAFT Noida are implementing hands-on programs that mirror real industry workflows.
India produces millions of graduates annually, yet a persistent gap in employment outcomes between Tier-1 institutions and others highlights the critical role of work-readiness in non-technical roles.
IIT Gandhinagar has inaugurated its AI Resilience and Command Centre to enhance data-driven climate-risk management and urban resilience through advanced AI tools and physics-guided frameworks.
Delhi High Court rules prohibition on medical student transfers between colleges as invalid, directing NMC to decide on petitioner's transfer request within three weeks.
A student at IIT Bombay died recently, with police investigation indicating he was actively seeking counselling support before the incident. The case highlights mental health concerns in premier educational institutions.
The Ministry of Education reports over 17,000 faculty appointments in Central Universities, IITs, NITs, and IIMs since 2022, but ongoing vacancies continue due to retirements and expansion.
Meridian Schools in Hyderabad partners with Hoag to launch a Leadership Lab, aiming to develop leadership skills in students through innovative educational programs.
Students in Pune are increasingly opting for gig economy jobs alongside or instead of college education, driven by job insecurity, financial pressures, and disillusionment with traditional learning systems.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met with leaders from 24 Canadian universities to enhance academic collaborations, research initiatives, and explore campus setups in India amid changing student mobility trends.
Andre Beteille, India's foremost sociologist who contested caste census, leaves behind a nuanced legacy. His work on caste, class, and democracy reshaped Indian sociology, though his views faced criticism.
Symbiosis International University's Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences organizes SYMSIM 2.0 conference in Pune from February 5-7, focusing on simulation-based education's role in enhancing patient safety and healthcare training.
Maharashtra government launches PM Setu Scheme to upgrade ITIs in Pune, Nagpur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar with modern infrastructure and industry-aligned courses to boost employability.
A 21-year-old civil engineering student at IIT Bombay died by suicide in his hostel. Police raised concerns about campus security while faculty ruled out academic stress as a cause.
Renowned sociologist André Béteille, a foundational figure in Indian sociology who transformed studies of caste and class, passed away in New Delhi at age 91 after prolonged illness.
APSCHE has commenced online registration for AP EAMCET 2026 (AP EAPCET) for engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy admissions. Exam scheduled for May 2026. Apply at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
Members of Birsa Ambedkar Phule Students' Association continue agitation at Parivartan Chowk, opposing Supreme Court stay on UGC equity guidelines and extending protest till March 19.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission's new minimum eligibility marks requirement for teacher recruitment has resulted in significant vacancies, with only 296 candidates qualifying for 350 senior science teacher posts.
Police investigating IIT Bombay student Naman Agarwal's death reveal he was seeking counseling and appeared withdrawn. Authorities examining diary note, CCTV footage from hostel terrace incident.
Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission celebrated 40 winners of state-level skill competition, announced special boot camp for regional contest preparation.
The Supreme Court's stay on UGC caste regulations highlights India's failure to address caste as a systemic institution. Current policies focus narrowly on discrimination rather than confronting caste privilege and social reality.
Postgraduate medical admissions in Gujarat face a complete standstill due to delays in All-India Quota counselling. The central committee's failure to issue final allotment letters has paralyzed state-level processes, creating uncertainty for thousands of
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University celebrated its 31st convocation, awarding degrees to over 1.23 lakh students. Retired IAS officer Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi praised YCMOU's digital innovation and diverse curriculum.
Odisha government reshuffles high-level expert committee examining teaching and non-teaching staff demands in schools and higher education institutions.
Airbus inaugurates a Centre of Excellence at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya in Vadodara, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel research from municipal waste and student innovation.
BSc students interning at Bengaluru's BMCRI have launched protests over unpaid stipends, citing violations of NCAHCP norms that mandate compensation during compulsory internships.