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• The GTRMP Compass: Revolutionising academic success beyond 'Publish or Perish'

  Many academics face career stagnation despite publications due to a narrow focus on traditional metrics. The GTRMP Compass, developed at Woxsen University, offers a solution by strategically integrating grants, teaching, research, media, and policy. This approach leads to improved career advancement, institutional impact, and industry partnerships, fostering a more fulfilling and impactful academic career.

  

• UP's First Public Breastfeeding Room at Baraut Bus Depot: Baghpat Launches ‘Aanchal’ for Mother & Child Welfare

  By raising awareness and creating a secure environment, Mission Shakti strives to transform women's lives and build an inclusive and empowered society.

  

• Junior teachers protest in Bhubaneswar for regularization of their jobs

  The teachers, representing various schools across the state, demanded immediate regularization of their posts and scrapping of the contractual appointment system for junior teachers in schools.

  

• GR on contract jobs in govt schools draws teachers’ ire

  ​Mahendra Ganpule, the spokesperson of Maharashtra School Principals' Federation, said the remuneration of Rs 150 per hour is too low for a teaching job, and all appointments must be made on a regular basis to ensure quality and continuity in govt schools.

  

• Federal judge approves $2.8B settlement, paving way for US colleges to pay athletes millions

  ​A federal judge signed off on arguably the biggest change in the history of college sports Friday, clearing the way for schools to begin paying their athletes millions as soon as next month as the multibillion-dollar industry shreds the last vestiges of the amateur model that defined it for more than a century.

  

• HOD appointments withdrawn in Himachal college after information commissioner flags irregularities

  Authorities of University Institute of Technology (UIT) in Himachal Pradesh withdrew orders on HOD appointments in its departments after the State Information Commission pointed to alleged irregularities in it.

  

• Union Minister praises Mohan Yadav for renaming 'CM RISE' school as 'Sandipani Vidyalaya'

  ​Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday appreciated Chief Minister Mohan Yadav for renaming 'CM RISE' school as 'Sandipani Vidyalaya' and effectively implementing the National Education Policy (NEP-2020) in Madhya Pradesh.

  

• WACE of Australia is 1st foreign government-backed board in India

  Australia expands its educational presence in India, with Western Australia's WACE becoming the first foreign government-backed school board to gain equivalence for its Class X and XII qualifications in 25 years.

  

• Pradhan hails contribution of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and Kendriya Vidyalayas

  ​Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday said Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and Kendriya Vidyalayas are making important contribution in providing employment oriented education on the basis of National Education Policy 2020.

  

• Delhi CM announces plan to distribute 1,200 laptops to top-scoring students

  Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced plans to distribute free laptops to 1,200 students who excel in their Class 10 and 12 board exams.

  

• SC allows NBE to hold NEET-PG 2025 examination on August 3

  The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the National Board of Examination (NBE) to conduct on August 3, the NEET-PG 2025 exam in one shift in line with the top court's directions.

  

• Columbia Crisis: Trump's crackdown sends chill through Indian students

  The Trump administration has questioned Columbia University's accreditation. This action creates uncertainty for international students, particularly Indians. Visa prospects and financial aid may be affected. Degree recognition could also suffer. Experts advise students not to panic. Universities are offering support. Legal challenges are anticipated. The situation remains fluid, requiring close monitoring by students and institutions.

  

• One in four international students in US were from India: At 4.2 lakh Indian students, fuelled surge in numbers during 2024

  In 2024, the US saw a 5.3% increase in international students, totaling 15.8 lakh, primarily driven by Indian students who surged by 11.8%. However, recent data reveals a sharp decline of 11.3% between March 2024 and March 2025, with a significant drop in Indian students, potentially due to visa issues and job market uncertainties.

  

• TISS asks pro-VC to step down after charges of ‘irregularities’

  ​ The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has asked its pro-vice-chancellor Prof Shankar Das to step down. While the official order only mentioned that he is relieved from the charge with immediate effect “upon the approval of the competent authority,” sources claimed there were allegations of financial misappropriation and irregularities in appointments of project staff against Das.

  

• Working institution, not a museum: School to KMC

  ​The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) heritage conservation department claimed its officials spotted anomalies in the renovations done at the twin La Martiniere Schools, which were in contravention of the established norms on how heritage buildings should be conserved. However, the KMC buildings department said it had no issue permitting the repairs at the schools but stated that it would only follow an approval from the heritage department.

  

• MBBS student ends life by jumping off hostel of Jabalpur medical college-hospital

  A first-year MBBS student allegedly committed suicide on Thursday in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, officials said.

  

• 10 cr trees to be planted by educational institutions across country this year: Pradhan

  Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday launched a campaign under which 10 crore trees will be planted by educational institutions across the country.

  

• TN tribal girl set to join IIT; state govt to foot her educational expenses

  Tribal girl A Rajeshwari, 18, of Karumandurai in Salem district has ensured a seat in an IIT after scoring high in JEE Advanced.

  

• School's out: climate change keeps Pakistan students home

  Pakistan's children are losing weeks of education each year to school closures caused by climate change-linked extreme weather, prompting calls for a radical rethink of learning schedules. Pakistan is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change, with limited resources for adaptation, and extreme weather is compounding an existing education crisis caused mostly by access and poverty.

  

• Judge puts temporary hold on Trump's latest ban on Harvard's foreign students

  A federal judge late Thursday temporarily blocked a proclamation by President Donald Trump that banned foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend Harvard University.