Presidency University Debate: Formal Education vs. Learning
A heated debate at Presidency University examined whether formal education suppresses curiosity and creativity, with arguments from students, professors, and experts on both sides.
Category : Higher Education
Raman Research Institute Public Open Day on February 28
The Raman Research Institute in Bengaluru will host a public open day on February 28, offering guided tours, interactive exhibits, and insights into cutting-edge scientific research.
LU Students Lock Gates, Protest 900% Late Fee Increase
Lucknow University's second campus witnessed major disruptions as law students locked all gates, protesting a late fee hike from Rs 200 to Rs 2,000. The protest turned violent, injuring an official.
MITRAJ-IDPT Hosts International Conference on Design and Society
MITRAJ Sarvajanik Institute launches a three-day international multidisciplinary conference in Surat, featuring 10 speakers from six European countries to explore intersections of art, architecture, culture, religion, science, technology, and society.
Jharkhand Govt to Launch IPS Jamshedpur with MBA, IPM, DCA in 2026
The Jharkhand government announced the revival of the Institute of Professional Studies in Jamshedpur, starting in 2026-27 with MBA, IPM, and DCA courses. A Rs 3 crore renovation plan was approved to benefit local students.
IIT Ropar's 18th Foundation Day Unveils Innovations
IIT Ropar celebrated its 18th Foundation Day, launching initiatives like Indus HPC, Shaurya Sthal, and Nalanda chatbot to boost research and entrepreneurship in India.
JNU Students Call for VC's Removal, Plan March to Education Ministry
Jawaharlal Nehru University students escalate protests, demanding the removal of Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit and announcing a long march to the Ministry of Education in Delhi.
Assam CM Opens Rs 28.5 Cr Academic Block at Women's University
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a state-of-the-art academic facility at Assam Women's University in Jorhat, enhancing education for over 1,200 students.
Adarsh Group CMD Advises Students on Success at JSS Convocation
B M Jayeshankar, CMD of Adarsh Group, emphasized honesty, integrity, and work-life balance in his convocation speech at JSS Science and Technology University, where 1,832 graduates received degrees.
Amritsar College Students Strike Anti-Drug Note at Event
Students from a college in Amritsar organized a powerful anti-drug awareness campaign during the Junoon-e-Punjab event, highlighting youth-led initiatives against substance abuse in Punjab.
Cuttack's Sailabala Women's College Protests Intensify for University Status
Alumni and intellectuals have joined students at Sailabala Women's College in Cuttack, who have been protesting for over a month, demanding university status and protection of college land from non-academic use.
Iranian Rial Collapse Hits Students in Karnataka, Numbers Plummet
The Iranian rial's sharp depreciation under sanctions has devastated remittance values, straining Iranian students financially and causing a steep decline in their enrollment across Karnataka universities.
Texas Education Readiness System Under Review After Research Findings
A comprehensive study tracking nearly one million Texas students reveals that college preparatory courses may not predict long-term success as intended, challenging the state's accountability framework that ties school ratings and funding to readiness met
Ludhiana: VC Resigns, Textile Subsidies, Cyber Scam Busted
Major developments in Ludhiana include the resignation of CT University's Vice-Chancellor, textile units awaiting government subsidies, and police busting a cyber fraud operation. Stay updated on civic and administrative news.
OpenAI Partners with Indian Universities, Edtech to Scale AI
OpenAI announces partnerships with six Indian universities and three edtech firms, deploying nearly 100,000 ChatGPT Edu seats to transform education and research.
Fed Study: Major Choice Shapes Career Earnings and Job Security
A Federal Reserve Bank of New York analysis shows college degrees vary widely in economic payoff. While aerospace engineering offers high salaries and low unemployment, anthropology and art history face tougher early career prospects.
OpenAI Partners with Indian Universities, Edtech to Scale AI Education
OpenAI announced partnerships with six Indian universities including IIM Ahmedabad, IIT Delhi, AIIMS Delhi and three edtech firms to deploy ChatGPT Edu across campuses, marking a shift from individual to institution-led AI adoption in India.
Nobel Winner Axel Quits Columbia Over Epstein Links
Dr Richard Axel, 2004 Nobel Prize winner, resigns as co-director of Columbia's Zuckerman Institute after Epstein files reveal his long-term association with the financier, calling it a 'serious error of judgment'.
IIM Lucknow Launches EMPOWER Programme for Women Leaders
IIM Lucknow introduces the EMPOWER leadership programme, a 6-month initiative for women professionals to develop strategic skills and shape future-ready leaders in business.
C U Shah University Convocation Held in Surendranagar
C U Shah University successfully concluded its annual convocation ceremony in Wadhwan, Surendranagar, awarding degrees to graduating students across various disciplines.
IGNOU Opens PGDRPC Entrance Registrations for July 2026
Indira Gandhi National Open University has launched online registrations for the Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology entrance exam. The deadline is March 5, 2026, with eligibility criteria aligned to RCI standards.
CUET UG 2026 Application Deadline Tomorrow: Final Call
The National Testing Agency's special reopening window for CUET-UG 2026 applications closes on February 26, 2026, at 11:50 PM. The computer-based exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31 across India and select international cities.
UGC's Apprenticeship Degree: Futuristic Tech Education Model
The UGC-approved Apprenticeship-Embedded Degree Programme (AEDP) integrates academic learning with industry apprenticeships, aiming to bridge the skills gap in India's tech sector and enhance graduate employability.
CUET PG 2026 City Intimation Slip Release Expected by NTA
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is preparing to release the CUET PG 2026 city intimation slip, a crucial advance document revealing exam city details ahead of the March test. This slip helps candidates plan travel logistics before the official admit car
IIT Kharagpur BS in AI & Data Science in Bengali from 2026
IIT Kharagpur announces a four-year Bachelor of Science in AI and Data Science taught in Bengali, starting 2026, aligning with NEP 2020 and offering flexible entry-exit options.
DU Inquiry After Armed Security Incident at Gwyer Hall Hostel
Delhi University forms a five-member inquiry committee following allegations that private security personnel entered Gwyer Hall hostel with a firearm during a scuffle over mess coupons, threatening students and staff.
DU Inquiry Committee After Hostel Gun Threat Allegations
Delhi University establishes a five-member inquiry committee following complaints that DUSU president's security personnel entered Gwyer Hall hostel with a gun during a mess coupon dispute, threatening students and staff.
IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key Released by IIT Bombay
IIT Bombay has published the provisional answer key and response sheet for IIT JAM 2026. Candidates can check answers, raise objections until February 27, 2026, and expect results on March 20, 2026.
IIT Indore Trains 95 Farmers in Sustainable Rural Skills
Indian Institute of Technology Indore conducted a two-day skill development program training 95 farmers and villagers in organic farming, construction techniques, and post-harvest management to strengthen sustainable rural livelihoods.
AI Cheating Racket Busted in Gadchiroli HSC Exams
An AI-powered cheating operation using ChatGPT was exposed during HSC exams in Gadchiroli. Four staff members suspended after flying squad raid uncovered sophisticated fraud scheme.
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