higher education

Guwahati, February 26 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched three major welfare initiatives on Thursday aimed at strengthening financial support for students and empowering youth across the state, particularly those pursuing higher education.Unveiling the schemes at a program...

The Mizoram State University (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed during the Assembly session today, paving the way for the establishment of the Mizoram State University.Introducing the Bill, Education Minister Dr Vanlalthlana told the House that after the Mizoram Legislative Assembly passed the...

On Thursday, February 26, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the 21st convocation of Kashmir University at the Hazratbal main campus in Srinagar.He began his speech by speaking in Kashmiri and asked the audience if everyone was okay.“I ask you not to say ‘Mera Kashmir’ or ‘Tumhara...

Srinagar, February 26 Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Thursday that building the nation should be the top priority of the younger generation, as they will progress when the country is strong.Addressing the 21st convocation ceremony of the University of Kashmir here...

Srinagar, February 26 – Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan will be the chief guest on Thursday at the 21st convocation of the University of Kashmir, and all arrangements, including security, are in place for the event.A civic reception was given to the Vice President at the Lok Bhawan in...

Guwahati, February 25 Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the newly constructed academic building of the women's university in Jorhat on Wednesday, stating that higher education must equip students with skills relevant to emerging economic opportunities.The Assam Women's...

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met with IBM CEO Arvind Krishna in New Delhi today. In a social media post, Mr. Pradhan stated that they discussed emerging technological trends, the adoption of AI in India, and leveraging AI to advance education and skills development. He also added...

New Delhi, February 25 The first meeting of the joint committee of Parliament, set up to examine the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, which seeks to establish a single higher education regulator, will be held on Thursday.According to the schedule shared with the members, the...

Aizawl, February 25 The Mizoram assembly passed a bill on Wednesday related to the relocation of the headquarters of the proposed state university from Aizawl to Lunglei in the southern part of the northeastern state.The Mizoram State University (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposed to change the...

Srinagar, February 25 Vice President C P Radhakrishnan arrived here on Wednesday evening on his maiden visit to the Kashmir Valley, during which he will attend the 21st convocation of the Kashmir University, officials said.The Vice President was received by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant...

Mumbai, February 25 The Maharashtra government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with University of Bristol Mumbai Campus Pvt Ltd on Wednesday to provide greater access to world-class higher education opportunities for meritorious students in the state.Speaking at the event, Chief...

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 24: The Research Studies Committee of Government College for Women (GCW) Parade organized a one-day workshop on Academic Writing and Research Methodology to enhance research skills among students and early-career faculty.Renowned resource persons, Dr Rekha Choudhary, former...

The University of Kashmir will hold its 21st Convocation on February 26. Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan will be the Chief Guest. A total of 59,558 degrees will be awarded in the presence of senior dignitaries.Srinagar, February 26: The University of Kashmir will hold its 21st Convocation...

Thiruvananthapuram, February 24 New government schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions in Kerala will no longer bear names based on religion.The government has decided that no state-owned educational institution established in the future should be given a...

Poonch, February 24: Shri Krishan Chander Government Degree College, Poonch, has been granted autonomous status by the University Grants Commission (UGC), making it the second college in the Jammu province to receive this recognition after Government Women College, Parade.This autonomy will...

Washington, February 24 – The Trump administration announced a renewed effort to scrutinize billions of dollars in foreign funding flowing into American universities, framing the move as a matter of transparency and national security rather than a restriction on international academic ties.In...

Ahmedabad, February 23 – Emphasizing the role of the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 in shaping institutions ready for the future, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said on Monday that Gujarat Law Society’s centenary year offers an opportunity to further align higher education with value-based...

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has decided to amend the relevant provisions of the Labour Welfare Scheme (Education Component). This will allow students who are receiving scholarships from the Ministry to also receive merit-based scholarships from any central or state government agency...

Agartala, February 23 – Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan will be the chief guest at the 14th Convocation of Tripura University, scheduled to be held on March 8, officials said here on Monday.A university official said that the convocation ceremony of the central university could not be held...

Bengaluru, February 23 – Karnataka Home Minister Parameshwara downplayed media queries regarding the demand for a Dalit Chief Minister on Monday, stating that such claims were being made by the opposition. He also praised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, stating that he has always stood for social...