The 10th edition of the India Rankings under the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)—India’s official system for assessing and ranking higher education institutions—was released on September 4, 2025, after a short delay. This year, the Ministry of Education outsourced data verification to EY, a private consultancy firm, in an effort to address criticism of weak verification protocols. Earlier in April, …
By Jitendra Karsan, Chairman – Safari Kid, India When we think about early education, our minds often go straight to numbers, letters, and that first foray into academics. However, behind every playful giggle, building block tower, and shared storybook lies something far more powerful: the bedrock of early learning. This foundation doesn’t consist of bricks and mortar but rather experiences, …
Political literacy—defined as the ability to critically analyze manifestos, evaluate policy impacts, and identify credible information—must advance alongside economic and digital literacy. Building such literacy is a collective responsibility, requiring coordinated efforts from education, media, civil society, and technology writes Priyal Bhardwaj India, as the world’s largest democracy, conducts a remarkable political exercise every five years to elect the Parliament …
In a major move under NEP’s internationalization agenda, so far four leading global universities have been issued the Letters of Intent (LoIs) under the UGC Regulations for setting up of Indian campuses of foreign universities. As the onset of foreign campuses in India mark an inflexion point for the country’s higher education scenario, all eyes will be monitoring closely how successful …
In an era marked by geopolitical turmoil and shifting immigration policies, the aspirations of Indian students seeking global education are undergoing a profound transformation. The recent 28% drop in active Indian student records in the United States is more than a statistical dip—it is a signal of a broader shift in sentiment, shaped by uncertainty, insecurity, and the growing recognition …
By Shilpa Gandhi, Principal; Jasudben ML School and Bloomingdales Pre-Primary, Mumbai We often underestimate the transformative power of school education and the potential of young minds in shaping a greener, more sustainable future. Despite growing global awareness, climate change education remains a glaring gap in curricula around the world. As a result, future changemakers—and education itself—continue to be sidelined in …
