Rajasthan Deputy CM Prem Chand Bairwa announced investigations into 10 private universities for alleged fake degree distribution and irregularities. The state is also establishing a regulatory commission to combat fraud in higher education.
An in-depth look at the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the lowered NEET PG cut-off, its impact on medical education, and the ongoing debate in India's healthcare sector.
An international conference on 'Bridging disciplines through chemical sciences for a sustainable future' commenced at Navyug Kanya Mahavidyalaya, sponsored by DST-SERB and bringing together scientists, policymakers, and industry experts.
A 21-year-old BTech student from Mumbai was found dead in his hostel room at Parul University in Vadodara. Police are investigating the apparent suicide, with no note recovered and the mobile phone sent for forensic analysis.
Karnataka's Higher Education Department has sought legal opinion to address potential confusion and technical issues regarding guest faculty appointments, awaiting the Law Department's response.
Medical students and resident doctors at Delhi institutes like UCMS and MAMC face unreliable Wi-Fi, hindering access to digital resources essential for training and patient care, despite repeated complaints.
A large international study with over 130,000 participants explores how map projections like Mercator distort perceptions of country sizes and how cognitive biases influence global-scale thinking.
The Odisha Science and Technology Department invites applications for the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Fellowship. Eligible MSc/MTech graduates can apply by March 5 for a monthly stipend of Rs 30,000.
Newly released DOJ documents link Jeffrey Epstein to fundraising for an irregular admission at Columbia's dental school, sparking staff removals and reigniting debates on elite influence in higher education.
A landmark event in Tamil Nadu saw 35 student patents filed at the Young Scientist 2025 program, organized by Propeller Technologies, marking a significant boost for youth innovation in India.
A Reddit post reveals student anxiety about switching majors from biology to political science. Research shows 30% of students change majors, with STEM switches common. Experts explain how social comparison theory and growth mindset impact academic decisi
IGNOU is accepting applications for its B.Ed programme for the 2026 session. Candidates can apply online via ignou-bed.samarth.edu.in by February 27, 2026, with a fee of Rs. 1,000.
An NC MP highlighted in Rajya Sabha that students from Jammu were denied admission to nursing courses at Mewar University, Rajasthan, despite prior assurances from university authorities.
La Excellence IAS Academy announces admissions for 2026-27, offering Inter IAS Degree, IAS, and Integrated Competitive Programs to prepare students for civil services.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav emphasized that research should aim to transform societal thinking and be rooted in collective welfare, not individual gain, during the National Shodharthi Samagam.
AIIMS New Delhi has released the NORCET-10 notification for Nursing Officer recruitment with over 3000 vacancies. Applications open from February 24 to March 16, 2026. Key details on eligibility, fees, and exam dates.
Maharashtra government has sanctioned recruitment of 5,012 assistant professors in government-aided and non-government colleges to strengthen teaching capacity and implement NEP 2020 effectively.
Dignitaries at G H Raisoni University's convocation emphasized that India's youth are crucial for achieving the goal of becoming a self-reliant, developed nation by 2047, with 1,522 students graduating.
The National Testing Agency is expected to release the Common Management Admission Test 2026 results soon, possibly on February 13. Candidates can download scorecards from the official website using login credentials.
The 18th Dastak Youth Festival 2026 concluded at the International Buddha Research Institute in Lucknow after three days of competitions in debate, dance, film, and arts, with winners recognized across multiple categories.
Confirmation bias is a cognitive tendency that influences ethical decision-making by favoring pre-existing beliefs. This article explores its dimensions, administrative implications, and relevance to UPSC General Studies Paper IV.
The tragic suicide of a Gandhi Medical College MBBS student has reignited urgent concerns about severe on-campus hostel shortages, forcing many students into unsafe private accommodations.
The two-day Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave commenced in New Delhi, uniting policymakers, academics, and industry leaders to strategize large-scale AI deployment in India's education sector for enhanced learning outcomes.
The appointment of key officials at Bharatidasan University faces delays after a governor's nominee withdrew from the scrutiny committee due to disagreements over candidate eligibility marking.
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) in Faridkot has been designated as the controlling authority for pharmacy and healthcare courses in Punjab, transferring control from the technical education department to improve governance and quality.
P K B Nayar, a pioneering sociologist who founded India's first UGC-backed Centre for Women's Studies and contributed to gerontology, passed away at 96 in Thiruvananthapuram. He was honored with the Vayoshreshtha Samman in 2014.
Over 200 guest faculties in Karnataka have resigned fearing a state investigation into fraudulent PhD and MPhil certificates, as the higher education department verifies credentials.
The Central University of Kerala's permanent campus project in Thiruvananthapuram is stalled due to state government delays in allotting 5 acres of land at Andoorkonam, forcing the university to operate from expensive rented facilities with limited course
Banaras Hindu University's Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Light of Buddhadharma Foundation to foster collaboration in research, education, and preservation of Buddhist heritage in India.
Futab calls for amending Bihar's university laws to include UGC nominees in VC search committees, following a Supreme Court verdict that deems current provisions invalid under UGC Regulations, 2018.