July 6 (UDN):A school bus carrying students got stuck in thick mud in Jharsuguda district after continuous rainfall turned a temporary earthen road into a slippery stretch. The bus became stranded when its wheels sank into the slush while travelling to school. However, all students on board were safely rescued, and no injuries were reported. Locals and authorities quickly responded to the situation and helped…
Another Global Milestone for MAHE as Dr Judith Angelitta Noronha Earns Prestigious FAAN Fellowship
Manipal, July 06: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, congratulates Dr Judith Angelitta Noronha, Professor and Dean, Manipal College of Nursing (MCON), Manipal, who has been selected as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) as part of its distinguished Class of 2026 Fellows. The American Academy of Nursing announced the 2026 Class…
Four Exams Per Year for Odisha Students from Class 3 to 8
Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): The school education system in Odisha is set to undergo a significant change, with students from Classes 3 to 8 expected to appear for four examinations in a year under a new academic evaluation framework. According to recent updates, the reform aims to make the assessment process more continuous and comprehensive, shifting away from reliance on a single or limited set…
OP Jindal Global University Hosts Third India–Japan Higher Education Forum 2026 in Tokyo
Tokyo, July 6 (UDN): OP Jindal Global University successfully hosted the Third India–Japan Higher Education Forum 2026 in Tokyo, bringing together eminent academics, policymakers, and representatives from leading institutions of higher education from both countries. The forum served as a platform to strengthen academic cooperation between India and Japan, with discussions centred on expanding joint research initiatives, enhancing student and faculty exchange programmes, and deepening…
Odisha on Alert as Heavy Rain Forces Closure of Schools and Colleges
Heavy Rain Lashes Odisha; Schools and Colleges Closed in Sambalpur, Cuttack, Other Districts Today Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): In response to continuous heavy rainfall and deteriorating weather conditions across Odisha, district administrations have announced the closure of schools and colleges in several districts, including Sambalpur and Cuttack, on Monday, July 6, 2026. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to safeguard students, teachers, and…
Odisha Makes CoR Mandatory for Opening Private Primary and Upper Primary Schools
Bhubaneswar, July 3 (UDN): The Odisha School and Mass Education Department has introduced a new framework making it mandatory for all private primary and upper primary schools in the state to obtain a Certificate of Recognition (CoR) and prior opening permission before starting operations. The revised guidelines aim to ensure that only institutions meeting prescribed quality, infrastructure, and staffing standards are allowed to function as elementary…
“The Future Belongs to Those Who Stay Curious and Empathetic,” Says Epigamia CEO RiteshGauba at NMIMS School of Business Management Orientation in Mumbai
Mumbai, July 3, 2026: SVKM’s NarseeMonjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), School of Business Management (SBM), welcomed students of the incoming MBA Batch of 2026–28 at the Mukesh Patel Auditorium during the Inauguration Ceremony of the Foundation program. This event marks the beginning of the academic journey for students enrolled in the MBA, the MBA (Human Resources)& MBA (Pharmaceutical Management) programs. The inauguration program introduced…
Work-Study Dual Model: A Bridge to Fill Academics & Industry Gap
Sri City, Tirupati District, AP — July 02 — Sricity International University (SIU) was formally launched today at its Interim Campus by the Hon’ble Minister Shri Lokesh Nara – Minister for HRD, IT E&C and RTG, Government of Andhra Pradesh, in the presence of SIU’s Global Advisory Council, Governing Board, and Industry Partners. SIU is pioneering a new education system of Work-Study Dual Model…
State Begins Process to Correct School Textbooks in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, July 2: The Odisha government has initiated the process of preparing and printing revised school textbooks following concerns over errors in the current editions. A high-level review meeting was held at the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) headquarters in Bhubaneswar to discuss corrective measures and the preparation of updated textbooks for students. Officials stated that the process aims to ensure accuracy,…
Shashi Tharoor, Prof Raj Kumar Address Japan Parliament
Tokyo, July 1: In a significant moment for India–Japan academic and diplomatic engagement, Prof Raj Kumar and Shashi Tharoor addressed Japan’s Parliament, highlighting the growing importance of international collaboration in education, research, and global policy discourse. The engagement comes as O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) deepens its academic and institutional ties with Japanese counterparts, aiming to expand cooperation in areas such as higher education exchange,…