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Agriculture course admissions rise in Maharashtra, but number of institutes decline

February 06, 2026 9:31 pm

As per CET Cell data, five institutes affiliated to DBSKKV have shut down compared to last year.

Sources within the Student Government said that during Monday’s meeting with the administration, it was pointed out that sports teams routinely return to campus about a week before the winter break officially ends. Based on this precedent, it was communicated that students who wished to return during the same period should also be allowed to do so. (Source: Ashoka University Official Website)

‘Left outside at night in the winter cold’: After student outcry, Ashoka University lets them return early

January 06, 2026 11:56 am

The communication was issued after a meeting between the Dean of Student Affairs and representatives of the Ashoka University Student Government.

The court reaffirmed that 50% seats must be filled through the All-India quota and the rest only through limited institutional preference.

No residence-based quota in PG medical courses, HC tells Chandigarh administration

November 28, 2025 7:06 pm

The Bench of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra and Justice Rohit Kapoor directs UT to revisit PG medical admission policy.

GIPE students raised issues of low placement numbers and limited extracurricular opportunities, prompting VC Umakant Dash to promise reforms and new activities.

Low placements, lack of extra-curricular activities affected students: GIPE V-C Dash

October 17, 2025 9:50 pm

Gokhale Institute VC Umakant Dash acknowledged students’ concerns over low placements and limited extracurricular activities, promising new initiatives and cultural engagement.

Why is it celebrated — APJ Abdul Kalam's legacy and more

APJ Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary today, India's most-beloved teacher

October 15, 2025 5:41 pm

The birth anniversary of the former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and the celebrations surrounding it encourages reflection on how India can continue to make learning more inclusive and impactful.

DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh’s comments linking “Urban Naxals” to universities and criticising student movements like ‘Pinjra Tod’ have drawn sharp criticism.

Delhi University V-C's speech criticising 'urban naxals', Pinjra Tod movement draws ire

October 08, 2025 9:20 pm

Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh’s speech alleging the presence of “Urban Naxals” in universities and criticising movements like ‘Pinjra Tod’ has triggered protests from students and faculty.

BITS Campus (Image via official website)

BITS Pilani launches 'BITS CARES' initiative aimed at student welfare across campuses

September 03, 2025 10:39 am

The initiative includes enhanced campus safety through upgraded surveillance and cybersecurity systems, alongside a digital wellness dashboard.

Govt partially backtracks in-house quota rule change for Class 11 admission

June 01, 2025 11:32 am

The original rule change had faced strong backlash.

Delhi University invites applications for Vice Chancellor summer internship; apply by April 30

Delhi University invites applications for Vice Chancellor's summer internship; check deeds

April 21, 2025 8:45 am

DU Internship 2025: Students enrolled in Delhi University for any undergraduate or postgraduate programme are eligible for the internship. Final year or final semester students studying in Delhi University are not eligible for the programme.

On way to picnic, 2 Kashmir college students dead as bus meets with accident

April 12, 2025 7:49 pm

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Lt Governor Manoj Sinha expressed anguish over the accident, while Handwara legislator Sajad Lone visited the hospital to enquire about the condition of those injured.