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,…
University of Greater Manchester Academic Centre launches new campus in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah, July 01: The University of Greater Manchester Academic Centre Ras Al Khaimah officially opened its new campus in Sheikh Khalifa City, marking another significant milestone for British higher education in the Northern Emirates. It is one of the first international universities established in Ras Al Khaimah to operate from its own dedicated campus. The new launch marks the university’s long-standing partnership…
As AI Reshapes Careers, NMIMS Horizon Brings AI-Enabled Learning
Mumbai, June 29: As Artificial Intelligence rapidly transforms industries, jobs, and the skills required for future careers, SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) has announced NMIMS Horizon, a university-wide future skills initiative designed to prepare students for an AI-driven economy. Developed in collaboration with Coursera, the initiative will provide nearly 40,000 student users across NMIMS campuses access to AI–enabled learning pathways, globally recognised certifications, and industry-relevant skill development opportunities integrated directly into their academic journey. The initiative marks a…
Ariel University Honors World Chess Legend Boris Gelfand, Israel Prize Laureate Prof. Yonina Eldar and War Hero Avigdor Kahalani
Academic Excellence, Social Impact and National Leadership: Ariel University Awards 2026 Honorary Doctorates to Efrat and Hanoch Daum, Avigdor Kahalani, Adi Altschuler, Prof. Yonina Eldar, Prof. Avraham Gover and Grandmaster Boris Gelfand The seven recipients embody the spirit of entrepreneurship, leadership, and commitment to Israeli society. Ariel University held its annual Honorary Doctorate ceremony this morning, Wednesday, on the university campus. The ceremony…
CHSE Odisha extends Plus II rechecking application deadline till July 4
June 29: The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha has extended the last date for submission of applications for Plus II answer script rechecking till July 4, giving students more time to apply for review of their results. Earlier, the deadline was June 30, but the council decided to extend it by four days after receiving several requests from students and stakeholders seeking additional time…