FIR Against Delhi University VC, Ex-Registrar Over Faculty Harassment
Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University VC Ashok Nagawat and ex-registrar Gagan Dhawan face FIR for alleged harassment of a female faculty member, following court directions.
Category : Higher Education
Quantum Computing Conference Opens at LBS College in T'puram
Global experts gather at LBS Women's Engineering College for quantum computing conference, highlighting revolutionary technology applications in medicine, finance, and AI.
Jamia to Introduce Barcode Vehicle Entry System on Campus
Jamia Millia Islamia will implement a mandatory barcode parking sticker system for vehicles entering campus, restricting unauthorized entry and enforcing noise limits with decibel meters at gates.
Punjab Notifies Digital Open Universities Policy for Education
Punjab government has officially notified its Digital Open Universities Policy, aiming to expand access to higher education through online and distance learning platforms across the state.
Governor Calls Students to Embrace Entrepreneurship at OUTR Convocation
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati addressed OUTR graduates, encouraging them to pursue startups and adapt to technological changes like AI and renewable energy.
Odisha Pushes Adult Literacy Drive Under ULLAS Initiative
Odisha's education department directs officials to accelerate enrolment in the ULLAS program, aiming for 100% literacy by 2030 through volunteer-led teaching of reading, writing, and numeracy.
Kolkata University Staff Protest Pension System
State-aided university employees in Kolkata rally against DPPG pension disbursement, fearing loss of benefits and institutional independence. Presidency University staff lead the protest.
IIT-Patna Faculty Program Inaugurated at BEC Buxar
A six-day faculty development program began at Government Engineering College Buxar. IIT-Patna's Malaviya Mission organized the hybrid event with 90 participants.
Bihar Universities Miss Deadline for Professor Appointments
Only four out of twelve universities in Bihar have appointed new political science professors by the January 15 deadline, exacerbating teacher shortages in higher education institutions across the state.
Sanskrit Revival Vital for Indian Languages, Says VC at Seminar
KSDSU VC Lakshmi Niwas Pandey calls Sanskrit the mother of Indian languages, stressing revival for full development. CUSB hosts national seminar on language family heritage.
CHSE Seeks Govt Nod for Humanities E-Evaluation from 2026
The Council of Higher Secondary Education urges the Odisha government to approve digital evaluation for Humanities stream answer sheets starting this year, after years of delay.
VTU Splits Internship Period to Ease Student Pressure
Visvesvaraya Technological University divides mandatory internships across two semesters to reduce competition and address payment demands from companies.
IIT Dharwad, Karnataka Govt Align on Defence Tech CoE
IIT Dharwad director Prof Venkappayya Desai met Karnataka IT-BT minister Priyank Kharge to operationalise a Centre of Excellence in Defence Technology and Industry 5.0.
NGO Seeks Clarity on BIM Trichy's Legal Status
Arappor Iyakkam alleges irregularities at Bharathidasan Institute of Management, questioning its administrative control and transparency in admissions and fees.
RCU Officials Calm Farmers, Promise Road Fixes and Land Protection
Rani Channamma University officials spent hours with farmers in Hirebagewadi, addressing crop damage and land loss fears. They promised concrete roads and no encroachment.
IIT Roorkee Offers 8 Free Online Certificate Courses
EMRC at IIT Roorkee launches eight free six-month online certificate courses for learners in Uttarakhand and western Uttar Pradesh. Registration deadline is February 28.
Kerala's AI University to Start with 4 UG Courses
India's inaugural AI university in Kerala will open admissions for four undergraduate programs in 2024, focusing on AI, data science, and robotics to boost tech education.
SC to Hear NEET PG Cut-Off PIL; Petitioners Challenge Low Percentiles
The Supreme Court is likely to hear a PIL next week challenging the drastic reduction in NEET PG 2025-26 cut-offs. Petitioners argue the move violates fundamental rights and compromises medical standards.
Global Math Rankings: Singapore Leads, US Struggles, India Absent
New PISA 2022 data shows Singapore dominating global math literacy with a 103-point lead over average. East Asian systems excel while the US faces uneven performance. India's absence from rankings raises questions about educational benchmarking.
IIT Delhi Launches Power Regulatory Excellence Centre
IIT Delhi, CERC and Grid India jointly launch a centre of excellence for regulatory affairs in the power sector to strengthen India's regulatory capacity amid growing electricity demand and renewable energy integration.
Future of Research Publishing: Quality & Transparency
Experts discuss how research publishing must evolve with quality, transparency, and responsible innovation to meet global challenges and ethical standards.
MBA Job Market Shifts: Higher Graduate Unemployment in 2025
The elite MBA job market faces new challenges as graduate unemployment rates rise at top schools. Harvard, Duke, and Michigan report higher numbers, signaling a shift from traditional hiring patterns.
IIM Lucknow Launches VC and PE Training with Emeritus
IIM Lucknow partners with Emeritus to offer a nine-month online program with campus immersion, training professionals for India's growing venture capital and private equity sector.
FORDA Slams NEET PG 2025 as Institutional Failure
FORDA condemns NEET PG 2025's zero cutoffs and mismanagement, calling it an institutional collapse that betrays merit and transparency in medical admissions.
India's Job Market: 'Less Than Tenth' Most Sought-After
A new report reveals 'Less than Tenth' has become the top qualification in Indian job postings, signaling a major shift in hiring priorities and raising questions about education's value in the workforce.
JIIT's CDOE Strategy for Online Education Management
JIIT's Centre for Distance and Online Education outlines its approach to managing and delivering online programs, focusing on quality and accessibility.
Haryana Rights Panel Seeks Reports on Student Harassment
The Haryana Human Rights Commission directs authorities to submit reports on alleged harassment of a student at OP Jindal Global University over an essay on 'URI' film.
IIIT Dharwad Launches Online MTech in AI, Cybersecurity
IIIT Dharwad introduces an online MTech program in Computer Science with specializations in AI & ML, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Computing. Admissions open for February 2026 cohort.
School Innovators Engage with ISRO Leaders at Yuvipep Finale
Young student innovators from across India presented their projects to top ISRO leaders at the grand finale of Yuvipep's Next-Gen Founders program, fostering space-tech entrepreneurship.
Oakridge Hosts AURA 2026 Alumni Meet in Bachupally
Oakridge International School in Bachupally organized AURA 2026, its annual alumni meet, bringing former students together for an evening of reconnection, performances, and celebration.
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