Category: Universities
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Medellín Declared UNESCO World Book Capital 2027
Medellín, Colombia, Named UNESCO World Book Capital 2027: A City Where Books Build Peace A Global Recognition for a Transformative City In a powerful celebration of culture, literacy, and urban renewal, UNESCO has named Medellín, Colombia, as the World Book Capital for 2027. The announcement marks not just an honor for Colombia’s second-largest city, but…
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A Degree India Rejects, But Chandigarh Accepts
Higher Education Governance How Can Unrecognized Degrees Qualify Voters in a University Senate Election? The Panjab University Senate Election Paradox By Surender Hastir A national policy clearly states that degrees from Pakistani universities are not recognized in India. Yet documentation surrounding the 2026 Senate elections at Panjab University, Chandigarh, appears to allow graduates of the…
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Vice President Radhakrishnan Charts Vision of Viksit Bharat at Himachal Convocation
Vice President’s Convocation Address at Central University of Himachal Pradesh On March 14, 2026, the Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, delivered an inspiring address at the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh in Dharamshala. The ceremony was a celebration of academic achievement, cultural pride, and a forward-looking vision for…
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Why Panjab University Cannot Rewrite Parliament’s Line
Opinion | The Law Is Clear. The University Isn’t Following It A statute cannot be quietly rewritten through administrative practice or eligibility forms By Surender Hastir Begin with the statute. That is how any court would approach the discussion surrounding Panjab University’s Register of Graduates. And once the Panjab University Act, 1947, is read carefully,…
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Nominations Now Open for 2026 UNESCO Prize in Women’s Education
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Call for Nominations: 2026 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education UNESCO has opened the call for nominations for the 2026 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education, one of the organization’s flagship recognitions for advancing equality through learning. The Prize honours two outstanding laureates each year—individuals or organizations that have made remarkable contributions to…
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Nagaland University Convocation: Radhakrishnan Urges Harmony and Growth
Vice-President Radhakrishnan Urges Youth to Balance Progress and Preservation at Nagaland University Convocation Lumami, Nagaland | March 6, 2026 Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan called on students to pursue “progress with purpose” while preserving harmony with nature at the 8th Convocation of Nagaland University, held at its Lumami campus on Friday. It was…
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Degrees, Dreams, and a Call to Serve: Over 1.2 Lakh Students Graduate at Delhi University’s 102nd Convocation
More Than a Degree: Inside Delhi University’s 102nd Convocation Where 1.2 Lakh Futures Took Flight By CitiTimes Editorial Desk | New Delhi On a crisp February morning in Delhi, ceremonial robes, proud families, and camera flashes came together to mark one of India’s largest academic celebrations. At the University of Delhi’s 102nd Convocation, more than…
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PU Bans Holi Celebrations at Student Centre, Citing Safety Concerns
Panjab University’s Holi Ban: A Pause for Reflection on Campus Safety Chandigarh, India, February 28, 2026 Panjab University’s (PU) decision to ban Holi celebrations at the iconic Student Centre this year has stirred both nostalgia and debate among students and alumni. For generations, the Student Centre—affectionately known as StuC—has been the beating heart of campus…
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Vice-President Radhakrishnan’s Inspiring Convocation Speech at Kashmir University
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Addresses the 21st Convocation of the University of Kashmir The University of Kashmir campus came alive in celebration as the Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, graced the 21st Convocation Ceremony in Srinagar—his first official visit to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir as the Vice-President of India. The…
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UGC Updates: Daksha University in Ranchi Identified as Fake
UGC Flags Daksha University in Ranchi as Fake The University Grants Commission (UGC), India, has once again updated its list of unrecognized institutions, and this time, Daksha University (Vocational and Life Skill Education), located in Ranchi, Jharkhand, has been officially declared a fake university as of February 2026. Key Details Bigger Picture The UGC’s updated…
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Beware: UGC Flags 32 Unrecognized Universities
UGC Flags 32 Fake Universities Operating Across India The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has sounded an alert for students and parents about the growing problem of fake universities in the country. In its February 2026 update, the Commission revealed that 32 such unrecognized institutions are currently operating across 12 states. These fake universities…
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UN Chief Urges Responsible AI Development at India Summit
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AI Governance Must Be Grounded in Science and Human Rights, Says UN Chief at India AI Impact Summit 2026 New Delhi, February 20, 2026 — The India AI Impact Summit has emerged as one of the world’s foremost platforms exploring how artificial intelligence can be governed responsibly and used inclusively. Now in its 2026 edition,…
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Vice-President Radhakrishnan on AI’s Impact in India
Vice-President Radhakrishnan Says AI Will ‘Transform India’s Future’ Across Health, Education, and Governance ENLARGE ENLARGE New Delhi, February 20, 2026 — Artificial intelligence will redefine how India learns, heals, and governs itself, Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said on Friday, expressing confidence that the technology will open up “entirely new opportunities and jobs” while making…
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Global AI Leaders Unite at India Summit 2026
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India AI Impact Summit 2026: A Defining Moment for the AI Age The global AI conversation has officially arrived in India — and in spectacular fashion. On February 19, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, declaring Artificial Intelligence a civilizational turning point—one that could redefine humanity’s…
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The India We Imagine: Highlights from Harvard’s 2026 Conference
India Conference at Harvard 2026: A Global Forum on “The India We Imagine” The India Conference at Harvard 2026, held on February 14–15, 2026, marked the 23rd annual edition of one of the most influential student-led global forums in the United States. Organized by students across Harvard’s schools—including the Kennedy School and Business School—the event…
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Foreign Universities Are Coming! UFV Canada Is Already Inside Chandigarh.
Chandigarh’s Canadian Invasion: How UFV Quietly Built Its Own Campus in Sector 32 A public university from British Columbia is quietly but steadily deepening its presence in North India — not through satellite offices or short-term exchanges, but by embedding itself into the academic fabric of Chandigarh. But this milestone is no sudden leap. UFV’s…
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Join IBM’s Global AI Push: Opportunities for India’s Educational Institutions
IBM Invites Indian Institutions to Join Global AI Push to Transform Education and Jobs By CitiTimes Editorial Desk | February 8, 2026 | New York Global technology major IBM has issued a worldwide Request for Proposals (RFP) for the next cohort of its IBM Impact Accelerator, with a strong focus on AI-driven solutions to reshape education,…
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President Murmu Inspires Graduates at GNDU Convocation
President Murmu Urges Graduates to Use Education as a Tool for Nation-Building at GNDU Convocation Amritsar, January 15, 2026: President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu today graced the convocation ceremony of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) in Amritsar, where she called upon graduating students to view education not merely as a means of livelihood but…
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Impact of Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill on Indian Universities
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025: A Milestone in India’s Higher Education Reform India’s higher education landscape is on the cusp of a historic transformation. On December 15, 2025, the Education Minister introduced the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha, aiming to unify and modernize the regulatory framework for universities and…
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Chandigarh University Sets Record in Khelo India University Games
Chandigarh University Dominates the Khelo India University Games Chandigarh, India, December 13, 2025 Chandigarh University has written a new chapter in Indian university sports history by becoming the first university in India to win the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) title for two consecutive years — a remarkable feat that underscores its growing sporting excellence…
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