Goa Veterinary College to Set Up Livestock Units for 2026 Start
Goa College of Veterinary Science in Ponda is preparing to establish dairy, poultry, goat, and pig units as essential infrastructure for its inaugural academic year starting mid-2026.
Category : Higher Education
Haridwar Medical Students Strike Over Inadequate Facilities
Students at Government Medical College in Haridwar have begun an indefinite strike, protesting inadequate teaching facilities, poor campus amenities, and restrictive policies. They presented 20 demands to the administration.
Odisha Universities VC Appointment Process Underway
The Odisha higher education department is verifying credentials of shortlisted candidates for vice-chancellor positions at 13 state-run universities, with nearly 350 applications received amid severe faculty shortages.
Student Treatment Measures Institution Quality: Prof Shubha Tole
Professor Shubha Tole of TIFR emphasizes that how institutions treat students reflects their true quality. She discusses initiatives for PhD support and encourages women in science on International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Harvard Faculty Weigh Grade Cap Proposal to Combat Inflation
Harvard University faculty express cautious support for a proposal to cap undergraduate A grades at 20% and introduce an internal ranking system to address grade inflation concerns, while some warn of increased competition and reduced autonomy.
XLRI 2026 Placements: 576+ Offers, 42.5% PPOs
XLRI Jamshedpur and Delhi NCR complete final placements for 2024-26 batches with 576+ domestic offers, 2 international offers, and 42.5% PPOs. Consulting emerges as top sector with 36% of offers.
Einstein: Persistence Over Genius in Learning
Albert Einstein's famous quote reveals that staying with problems, not innate talent, fuels learning. This article explores five key lessons for students on patience, confusion, focus, and effort.
UPSC Mains Practice: Bond Yields, Monetary Policy, CCUS Tech
Prepare for UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026 with GS Paper 3 practice questions on government bond yields' impact on monetary policy and CCUS technology's role in decarbonisation.
Pizza Theorem: Uneven Slices Can Be Fairly Divided
The pizza theorem in geometry proves that when a circular pizza is cut from an off-center point into a multiple of four slices, two people taking alternate slices get equal area, defying intuition about uneven portions.
IIT Madras Aerospace Program: No JEE, Flexible Learning
IIT Madras introduces an inclusive aerospace education program accessible without JEE scores, featuring flexible schedules, industry-aligned curriculum, and substantial fee waivers for eligible students.
IISER IAT 2026 Registration Starts March 5: Full Details
The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have announced the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 schedule for undergraduate admissions. Registration begins on March 5, with the exam on June 7, offering BS, BS-MS, and BTech programmes.
Engineering Dropout's Career Dilemma: Reddit to Solutions
A mechanical engineering student's third-year dropout story on Reddit highlights growing career uncertainty. Experts advise separating emotion from direction, evaluating skills over degrees, and taking structured action for financial stability.
Winter Blanket Drive for Disabled Children at Jamia Millia Islamia
The Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society and NSERD organized a winter relief initiative distributing blankets to children with disabilities at Jamia Millia Islamia, emphasizing institutional collaboration for inclusive development.
British Council Opens Women in STEM Scholarships Applications
The British Council has launched applications for fully funded postgraduate Women in STEM scholarships for 2026-27, offering 25 awards to South Asian women including Indians to study at five UK universities.
KLH Hyderabad's Academic Engagement Strategy Transforms Higher Education
KLH Hyderabad campuses are redefining higher education through structured academic engagement platforms including international conferences, workshops, and industry collaborations that bridge classroom learning with real-world challenges.
Women and Girls in Science Day 2026: UNESCO's Gender Gap Focus
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 highlights the 2026 theme 'From Vision to Impact' and UNESCO's 2024 Call to Action to close the gender gap in STEM fields globally.
IIT Gandhinagar SRIP 2026 Applications Open
IIT Gandhinagar invites undergraduate and postgraduate students for its Summer Research Internship Program 2026. The eight-week program offers hands-on research, stipends, and runs from May to July.
UNSW to Open Bengaluru Campus in August 2026
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) will inaugurate its new campus in Bengaluru in August 2026, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in media, commerce, data science, computer science, and cybersecurity.
Hansraj College Wedding Sparks Student Protests Over Access
The wedding of Hansraj College principal's son on campus grounds has triggered student protests over restricted access and alleged double standards in facility usage at Delhi University.
MGSU Bikaner Releases 2026 Admit Cards and Exam Schedule
Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Bikaner, has officially released admit cards and the detailed examination schedule for undergraduate programs including B.A., B.Com., and B.Sc. for the December 2025 session. Exams are set to commence on February 12, 2026,
Pune School's 'Annie Jr.' Musical Runs Feb 12-14
Wellington College International Pune presents a three-day student production of the musical 'Annie Jr.' from February 12 to 14, with the final show free to the public on Valentine's Day.
IIT Kanpur Hosts Major FIDE-Rated Chess Tournament
The IIT Kanpur Chess Club successfully organized the FIDE-Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament 2026, drawing 336 participants. IM Anuj Shrivatri clinched the top spot in this highly competitive event.
AKTU Introduces Gaming & Animation Minor for BTech
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University introduces an 18-credit minor in gaming and animation for BTech students, focusing on practical skills to meet booming industry demands.
Jane Street Hires IIT Students Despite Regulatory Dispute
Despite ongoing regulatory challenges with SEBI, Jane Street has hired IIT students for its Hong Kong operations, potentially offering salaries above ₹4 crore through pre-placement offers.
IIT-Gn & CBSE Extend 3030 Eklavya Program for 5 Years
IIT Gandhinagar and CBSE renew the 3030 Eklavya teacher training program for five years. The initiative has trained over 73,000 teachers nationwide with 1.3 million video views, aligning with NEP 2020.
TN Distributes 2,040 Laptops to Students Under State Scheme
Health Minister Ma Subramanian distributed laptops to 2,040 college students in Chennai under the 'Ulagam Ungal Kaiyil' scheme, part of a statewide rollout aiming to provide 10 lakh devices with advanced specs and AI tools.
Defence Personnel Trained in Protected Cultivation at Palampur
CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University in Palampur conducts a training program for defence personnel on protected cultivation techniques, enhancing agricultural skills for self-sufficiency.
PAU Opens Alumni Relations Center in Ludhiana
Punjab Agricultural University has inaugurated a dedicated Centre for Alumni Relations in Ludhiana to strengthen ties with former students and boost academic and research collaborations.
Embedded Internships in GCCs Build Work-Ready Talent
A new report highlights that embedded internships within Global Capacity Centres can address the critical experience gap among students, fostering a more skilled and business-ready workforce for the future.
Kerala's 2031 Vision: Universities to Become Research Powerhouses
Kerala government releases comprehensive R&D vision document aiming to transform higher education into a research-driven ecosystem focused on social innovation and local problem-solving by 2031.
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