Woxsen University has announced the full-scale implementation of Polaris, an academic model designed to enhance student learning outcomes and employability through structured, resource-efficient reform. The model has generated interest among universities and policymakers internationally, who are exploring cost-effective strategies for institutional transformation. Woxsen University intends to disseminate insights from Polaris through academic publications, collaborative forums, and policy discussions, contributing to …

Sri Madhusudan Sai, a distinguished spiritual leader and humanitarian has been made the chancellor of the Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence, Karnataka. Taking over the Chancellorship from the octogenarian Sri B N Narasimha Murthy, who has served as an educator and mentor of young students for more than 50 years through his association with the Sri Sathya Sai …

Lovely Professional University (LPU) emerged as the dominant force, securing the Overall Champion’s title at the All-India Inter-University (AIU) Rowing Championship held at Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh recently. The 7-day event witnessed fierce competition among over 400+ female and 700+ male rowers from universities across the country, highlighting rowing’s growing stature as a premier university sport in India. With four sets …

Amitabh Kant, IAS, a former NITI Aayog CEO and a Secretary of the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), has been appointed as the  new Chairperson (Chancellor) of NIIT University (NU), Neemrana effective March 10, 2025. He succeeds K Kasturirangan. During his tenure as CEO of NITI Aayog (2016–2022), Shri Kant spearheaded pioneering initiatives like the Atal Innovation Mission, Aspirational Districts Programme, and …

The 2025 edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject featuring 55 individual subjects across five broad subject areas (Arts and humanities, Engineering and technology, Life sciences and medicine, Natural sciences and Social sciences and management, was released on March 12. The top 3 universities in these areas are : Harvard University, University of Oxford, and University of Cambridge …

Nayanta University, a new private university coming up in Pune is set to begin classes in August 2025. Established under the Maharashtra State Private University Act, Nayanta aims to redefine the future of higher education in India by offering a transformative, fully residential undergraduate program designed to prepare students for leadership in an increasingly complex world. Backed by a distinguished group …