Agartala, July 19 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday said that academic excellence alone is not enough, asserting that students must first become good human beings and dedicate themselves to the welfare of society and the nation. The Chief Minister also launched a sharp attack on the CPI (M), alleging that during its rule the state witnessed an atmosphere of fear and political intimidation that adversely affected the education system and deprived students of a conducive learning …
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Itanagar, July 9 (IANS) Renowned academician and retired Professor of Chemistry at Osmania University, Hyderabad, Shivaraj, on Thursday, assumed charge as the new Vice-Chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), the premier Central University in Arunachal Pradesh. A Lok Bhavan official said that soon after assuming office, the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd), who is the Chief Rector of the university.Congratulating Shivaraj on assu…
New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) The Bengaluru campus of the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) is undergoing a major infrastructure expansion aimed at strengthening academic excellence, research capabilities, and industry engagement, the institute’s Director Prof. Harish Hirani said on Friday.Speaking to reporters at the campus near Hosakote in Bengaluru Rural district, Prof. Hirani said the institute is substantially upgrading both its academic and physical infrastructure to suppo…
New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with a high-level delegation from the Governing Body of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) on Saturday, marking a historic milestone for one of India’s most prestigious educational institutions. The meeting took place as the college celebrates its centenary year, a century defined by academic excellence and its significant role in shaping the country’s economic and leadership landscape. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ins…
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Friday called upon students to become true enablers of change in an era of rapid digital transformation.Addressing the Annual Day and Prize Distribution Function at Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, Delhi University, T.S. Sandhu said, “In today’s era of rapid digital transformation, I encourage students to become true enablers of change. While information technology offers immense potential to create meaningful impact, i…
Washington, D.C., March 25 (IANS) The STAR Scholars Network has conferred its distinguished Lighthouse Leadership Award upon Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU). This recognition celebrates his exceptional contributions to global higher education, academic leadership, and institution-building.The award ceremony, associated with global academic engagements in Washington, D.C., highlighted international leadership shaping the future of high…
Sonipat, Feb 25 (IANS) The Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) hosted the four-day prestigious Law Schools Global League (LSGL) Deans’ Meeting and Academic Conference recently. The 2026 conference was organised around the theme — Law and the Digital Future: Reimagining Global Legal Education, reflecting the profound and accelerating impact of artificial intelligence and digital technologies on legal systems, legal practice, and the foundations of legal pedag…
Guwahati, Jan 21 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced a major initiative to support research scholars in the state, describing it as a significant step towards strengthening Assam’s academic and innovation ecosystem. Taking to the social media platform ‘X’, CM Sarma said that under the ‘Atal Vichal Agragami Assam scheme’, the state government will provide monthly financial assistance of Rs 25,000 to research scholars, while Divyang research scholars will receive…
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday paid tribute to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on his death anniversary, describing him as a visionary leader whose policies empowered India economically and strengthened the nation’s global standing. Rahul Gandhi also paid floral tributes to Manmohan Singh on his first death anniversary at Congress office at 24, Akbar Road, New Delhi.Taking to social media platform X, Rahul Gandhi said, “Humble …