IIT-Kanpur Lecture Focuses on Sustainable Agriculture, Food Security
The Kotak School of Sustainability at IIT-Kanpur organized a lecture by Prof Ashok Gulati on balancing food production with environmental protection through technology and policy.
Category : Education
IIT Kanpur CDAP Annual Day Highlights Disability Inclusion
The Cell for Differently Abled Persons at IIT Kanpur marked its annual day with inspiring speeches, student performances, and awards, emphasizing empowerment and inclusive education.
Hyderabad Schools Add Coaching Fees Burden on Parents
Parents in Hyderabad face extra financial strain as schools partner with coaching institutes for JEE, NEET, and Civil Services prep, charging fees up to ₹50,000 annually.
Odisha CGL Applicants Seek CM's Help Over Portal Glitches
CGL exam applicants in Odisha wrote to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi about technical problems in the OSSC portal, including payment deductions and form errors.
Educationist A P Majeed Khan, NIMS Founder, Dies at 91
A P Majeed Khan, the respected founder of NIMS group of institutions, passed away at 91. His contributions placed Neyyattinkara on Kerala's educational map.
Kerala Nurses Impress German Chancellor with Language Skills
Two nursing students from Thiruvananthapuram's Goethe-Zentrum met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad, showcasing fluent German learned in just four months.
BU Faculty Object to Syndicate Members on College Inspection Committees
Bangalore University faculty members strongly oppose the appointment of syndicate and academic council members to local inspection committees, citing lack of academic expertise and sidelining of professors.
Mumbai University Imposes Fines for Late Admissions
Mumbai University imposes hefty fines on colleges and students for missing enrollment deadlines. Penalties range up to Rs 10 lakh for colleges and Rs 5,000 for students.
Berhampur Jail Inmates Pass NIOS Class X, XII Exams
Twenty-two inmates of Berhampur circle jail, including a man convicted in a gang rape case, have successfully cleared the Class X and XII board exams conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling.
Una Lecturer to Represent Himachal at National Event
A lecturer from Una district in Himachal Pradesh has been chosen to represent the state at a prestigious national-level event, highlighting local talent on a bigger stage.
Delhi's EWS School Seats Remain Vacant, Children Miss Out
Government data reveals thousands of reserved seats for Economically Weaker Sections go unfilled yearly in Delhi's private schools, highlighting gaps between policy and implementation.
Kerala Arts Festival: Kalamandalam Students Perform But Can't Compete
Kerala Kalamandalam students will perform at the State School Arts Festival but are barred from competing, sparking criticism. Meanwhile, noon-meal workers plan protests over wages.
UGC orders equity panels in colleges to fight caste bias
New UGC regulations require higher education institutions to form equity committees with diverse members to address discrimination complaints, removing a 'false complaints' section from the draft.
SC Mandates 25% Free Seats in Schools for Disadvantaged Kids
The Supreme Court directs authorities to implement 25% free seats for poor children in schools, emphasizing fraternity through shared education spaces as per RTE Act.
IIT Patna Students Get 19 Google Offers, Two ₹1.17 Crore Packages
Nineteen IIT Patna students secured Google job offers in 2026 placements, with two receiving ₹1.17 crore annual packages. The institute reports strong placement growth.
Uttarakhand Launches Eat Right Youth Hackathon
Uttarakhand's education minister Dhan Singh Rawat launched a six-month youth innovation competition on National Youth Day. The hackathon aims to promote safe and sustainable food systems across the state.
Rayat Bahra University Celebrates Lohri with Cultural Fervour
Rayat Bahra University in Chandigarh celebrated Lohri with vibrant cultural performances and speeches emphasizing heritage preservation, attended by students, faculty, and guests.
Karnataka Universities Must Rent Buildings, Cut Costs for Funds
Karnataka government directs six state universities to rent unused buildings and shut low-enrollment courses to boost revenue. Grants released for pensions, but universities say funds are insufficient.
Odisha Starts Mother Tongue Education for Tribal Preschoolers
Odisha launches 'Aame Padhibaa Aama Bhasare' scheme to teach tribal children aged 3-6 in their mother tongue at anganwadi centers, aligning with NEP 2020 recommendations.
IIM Vizag Hosts Ocean Economy Workshop
IIM Visakhapatnam organized the fifth national workshop of Ocean Centres India, focusing on safety and sustainability in the ocean economy. Experts discussed maritime cybersecurity, green shipping, and blue finance.
California Governor Proposes Education Governance Overhaul
Governor Gavin Newsom proposes shifting power from elected superintendent to state board to simplify California's complex K-12 education system and improve student support.
Australia Moves India to Highest-Risk AL3 Student Visa Category
Australia has reclassified India to Assessment Level 3, its highest-risk student visa category, imposing stricter checks and document verification for applicants.
Mangalore University Plans Pension Fund Trust
Mangalore University considers creating a Pension Fund Trust to ensure timely pension payments for retired employees, addressing long-standing cash crunch issues.
Karnataka Official Warns on School Dropouts, Minor Pregnancies
Karnataka Bala Vikas Academy chairman Sangamesh Babaleshwar urges officials to monitor school dropouts closely, citing rising minor pregnancies and child labor in Mandya district.
Jaundice Outbreak: JNV Gurujang Reopens for Class XII
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Gurujang, Khurda, reopens for Class XII students after a jaundice outbreak. Water samples sent for testing, campus sanitized.
64th Kerala School Arts Festival Begins in Thrissur
Thrissur transforms into a cultural hub as the 64th State School Arts Festival commences. Over 15,000 students compete in 239 events across 25 venues, featuring traditional performances and grand inaugurations.
BDU VC Search Committee Sets Jan 27 Interviews Amid Legal Delays
Bharathidasan University's search committee schedules interviews for 10 shortlisted VC candidates on January 27. The process resumes despite Supreme Court delays in Tamil Nadu's petition challenging VC appointment stays.
SASTRA's 26-Year Pongal Aid: Rs 30 Lakh for 6,500 Families
SASTRA Deemed University continues its 26-year Pongal tradition, distributing Rs 30 lakh worth of gift hampers to over 6,500 families across ten villages in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur, Trichy, and Mayiladuthurai districts.
TANSTIA, Trichy Colleges Sign MoU for Student Startups
TANSTIA signs a two-year MoU with six Trichy engineering and arts colleges to provide internships, R&D, and startup incubation for students, strengthening industry-academic ties.
UPSC CSE 2026 Notification Out Tomorrow: Dates
The UPSC will issue the Civil Services Examination 2026 notification on January 14, 2026, starting online applications for IAS, IPS, IFS roles until February 3.
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