The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to release the CBSE date sheet 2027 for Class 10 and 12 students soon on its official website, cbse.gov.in. The timetable will be an important update for lakhs of students preparing for the 2027 board examinations, as it will provide the subject-wise exam dates, paper timings, subject codes and other important instructions. An early release of the timetable will give st

Professor Suryanarayana Doolla of IIT Bombay has come under scrutiny following the death of 20-year-old student Sahil Wakode on September 18, 2026. Doolla has been associated with IIT Bombay’s Department of Energy Science and Engineering for more than a decade and has worked across teaching, research and administrative roles. His academic interests include power systems, smart grids, microgrids, renewable-energy integration and energy effic

The BEd teacher bridge course launched by the Education Ministry through NIOS is designed for in-service primary teachers with BEd qualifications. The six-month programme combines primary teacher education, ODL learning and school practicum to strengthen classroom skills and inclusive teaching.   NIOS bridge course focuses on primary teacher education The Education Ministry h

From an asteroid-hunting science teacher and a celebrated “Math Wizard” to educators transforming tribal, mining and special-needs classrooms, 82 teachers and trainers from across India are being honoured with the National Teachers’ Awards 2026. 82 Educators Honoured on Teachers’ Day  September 5, 2026  President Droupadi Murmu will confer the Natio

The Trump administration has increased scrutiny of Curricular Practical Training approvals for F-1 international students, warning that universities could lose authorization to enrol foreign students if they improperly approve off-campus internships. Federal Government Increases CPT Oversight The Student and Exchange Visitor Program, which operates under US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has warned Designated School Officials that Cu

Karnataka has launched Tathyakosh.in, an open, non-commercial digital public good designed to simplify the discovery and assessment of India’s fragmented public datasets for researchers, startups, developers and policymakers. Karnataka Launches Tathyakosh Public Data Discovery Platform The Karnataka government’s Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence, ACSEL Technology Forum, laun

The University of Michigan pass/fail pilot will begin in fall 2027 for first-year LSA students, replacing first-semester grades on external transcripts with pass or no-credit marks while retaining regular grades internally. Grade-covering pilot begins in fall 2027 The University of Michigan will introduce a first-semester grade-covering

Tamil Nadu teen wins Brown University scholarship reportedly worth Rs 3.55 crore. Erode student Pranav Ilango will study Public Health and Applied Mathematics after years of academic preparation, mentorship and global recognition.   Seventeen-year-old Pranav Ilango from Erode, Tamil Nadu, is set to begin his undergraduate studies at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. According to the published report, he has received financial support valued at Rs 3

Canada study permit financial checks now place greater emphasis on where applicants’ money comes from and whether it is genuinely available. Indian students should document bank histories, loans, sponsor income, tuition payments and plans for the full program. Canada expands source-of-funds review Canada has tightened how officers assess financial support in study permit

A group of leading Delhi academics welcomed Gen Z students into their homes for informal conversations following the recent CJP protests. The initiative focused on understanding student perspectives, youth activism, academic pressures, and future ambitions through open and respectful dialogue. In a unique effort to connect with young people beyond classrooms and lecture halls, several pr

CAT 2026 registration has started for candidates seeking MBA admission to IIMs and top business schools. Conducted by IIM Indore, the CAT exam 2026 will be held on November 29. Applicants should review eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and complete registration before September 15.   The registration process for CAT 2026 has officially begun on August 3, opening the door for thousands of students aspiring to pursue MBA and

Abhijeet Dipke criticises PM Modi over his social media outreach while questioning the anti-paper leak bill. He also raises concerns about student protest FIRs, fast-track courts and the continuing NEET paper leak protests.   Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has taken a sharp swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his social media outreach to young people. Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra, Dipke suggested

Naresh Pal Gangwar Higher Education Secretary has been appointed by the Centre following the transfer of Vineet Joshi. The experienced IAS officer takes charge during heightened scrutiny of India's examination system and will lead higher education reforms, university governance and National Education Policy implementation.   Naresh Pal Gangwar Appointed During Key Educ

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026 have been declared, with nearly 60% of score-improvement candidates raising their marks. The combined pass percentage from the main and second examinations has reached 96.78%. CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026 Declared The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026. Introduced under the National Educat

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has been named the world’s No. 1 university in the QS World University Rankings for 15 consecutive years. MIT retained the top position in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Its continued leadership reflects strength across research, academic reputation, graduate employability and several science and engineering subjects. Related:

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology recorded 286 students from India during the 2025–26 academic year, according to statistics published by MIT’s International Students Office. MIT, which holds the No. 1 position in the QS World University Rankings 2027, remains one of the most sought-after US universities among students interested in engineering, science, technology and research. MIT’s appeal to international students is also supported by its

The QS World University Rankings 2027 place the Massachusetts Institute of Technology at No. 1 globally, while Imperial College London and Stanford University share second place. Released on Thursday, June 18, 2026, the latest ranking compares more than 1,500 universities worldwide. Four of the seven highest-ranked institutions are in the United States, while three are in the United Kingdom. QS World University Rankings 2027: Top Seven

The Cornell Tata Scholarship provides need-based financial aid to eligible undergraduate students who attended secondary school in India. Applicants must gain admission to Cornell University, demonstrate financial need and complete the university’s required financial-aid process. Created through a $25 million endowment from the Tata Education and Development Trust, the program supports about 20 scholars at any one time and awards assistance annually.

Tragedy Triggers Statewide Crackdown The Uttar Pradesh government has imposed a strict ban on coaching centres and all commercial activities operating from basements following the deadly fire in Aliganj, Lucknow. The incident, which claimed at least 15 lives, has exposed serious violations in building safety compliance and triggered a large-scale enforcement response across the state. Chief Ministe

Proxy racket during NEET retest raises fresh concerns Bihar Police have uncovered an alleged NEET-UG retest proxy racket in Lakhisarai that reportedly took place during Sunday’s NEET-UG retest. The case has triggered fresh concerns over exam centre security, biometric verification and insider access during one of India’s most sensitive entrance tests. At least 24 people were reported arrested in the case, while some reports placed the wid