Category : Higher Education


IGNOU MBA Admissions Open for January 2026 Session

IGNOU invites applications for its AICTE-recognised MBA programmes for the January 2026 session. Offered via Open and Distance Learning, the courses cover specialisations like finance and marketing, with eligibility requiring a Bachelor's degree and 50% m

Art Appreciation Course Starts Feb 18 in Lucknow

A new art appreciation course is launching in Lucknow on February 18th, offering residents a chance to explore artistic techniques and history. The program aims to enhance cultural engagement in the city.

DU Faculty Warn Renaming College Could Trigger Land Disputes

Teachers at Dyal Singh College have written to Delhi University's Academic Council, opposing a proposal to rename the evening college after Banda Singh Bahadur. They warn this could violate the 1978 transfer deed, trigger land disputes, and degrade academ

IIT PhDs in High Demand for Corporate R&D Roles

Indian Institutes of Technology PhD graduates are increasingly recruited by top companies for research and development positions, marking a shift from traditional academic careers to industry innovation partnerships.

SC Directs Scholarship Disbursal, Punjab Owes Rs 930 Crore

The Supreme Court has mandated states to clear pending scholarship funds, highlighting mental health impacts on students. Punjab faces Rs 930 crore in unpaid dues for SC students from 2017-2020, affecting over 5.5 lakh beneficiaries.

MSU Hostels Host Inter-Hostel Sports Fest 2026

Maharaja Sayajirao University's Halls of Residence organized a vibrant Inter-Hostel Sports Fest 2026, featuring 700 students from 16 hostels competing in diverse indoor and outdoor events, with M V Hall and S D Hall emerging as top performers.

Purulia Med Student Assaulted, Two Seniors Suspended

A first-year student at Deben Mahata Govt Medical College in Purulia was brutally assaulted by 15 seniors. Two primary accused have been suspended and evicted from the hostel following an anti-ragging committee investigation.

Digital Pathshalas Boost Tribal Education in Andhra Pradesh

Alluri Sitharama Raju district launches two Digital Pathshalas in Guttulaputtu and Lochaliputtu, providing computers and digital resources to tribal students. The initiative, supported by Aarohan NGO and IRCTC, focuses on technology-enabled learning and t

GeoAI Framework Assesses Bihar School Flood Vulnerability

Researchers from CUSB and Arizona State University create a GeoAI-based framework to evaluate school exposure to flood-depth scenarios in Bihar's flood-prone regions, aiming to enhance disaster-resilient educational infrastructure.

BBAU Students Visit UPRTOU to Study Distance Education

A delegation of 60 MSc students and scholars from BBAU's School of Home Science visited UPRTOU in Prayagraj to learn about its academic programs and distance-learning framework, with discussions on collaboration and the One District, One Product scheme.

U.S. Investigates Tufts University Over Student Privacy Breaches

The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into Tufts University and the National Student Clearinghouse for potential violations of student privacy laws. The probe focuses on the National Study of Learning, Voting, and Engagement (NSLV

Gen Z Cognitive Decline Sparks Education Reform Debate

A groundbreaking study reveals Generation Z may be the first to score lower in core cognitive measures than their parents, prompting elite universities to adapt curricula and sparking urgent discussions about digital technology's impact on learning.

PM Modi on Skills, Tech & Self-Reliance at Student Event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of skill development, technology adoption, and self-reliance during the Pariksha Pe Charcha 2024 event, encouraging students to focus on holistic growth beyond exams.

Saudi Arabia Shuts 74 Private Schools for Regulatory Failures

Saudi education authorities have revoked operating licenses for 74 private schools across multiple cities due to repeated safety and regulatory violations. The Ministry of Education transferred affected students to public schools to ensure continuity of e

Canadian Professor Brings Global Vision to PAU

A Canadian professor is collaborating with Punjab Agricultural University to introduce digital agriculture technologies, aiming to transform farming practices in the region with global insights.

IET Lucknow Workshop on Dam Safety Act Draws 100 Students

A one-day workshop on the Dam Safety Act, 2021, was organized at IET Lucknow in collaboration with SDSO and SPMU. Around 100 civil and mechanical engineering students participated, learning about safety protocols, rehabilitation, and modern technological

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