Category: education

Rourkela, Apr 29 (BNP): The National Institute of Technology Rourkela has secured the 186th position in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2026, strengthening its position among leading higher education institutions in Asia. The latest rankings assessed 929 universities across 36 countries and territories, where NIT Rourkela continued…

Researchers report that crab shell waste can impair degeneration of biodegradable plastics in marine environments by altering their surface microbiome Biodegradable plastics hold potential for reducing marine plastic pollution, but degrade too quickly, limiting their practical use. Researchers from Gunma University now show that crab shell by-products can reduce the…

Dehradun, Apr 29 (BNP): The Tula’s Institute hosted the Uttarakhand Chhatra Sansad 2026 on April 25, 2026, bringing together around 7,000 student delegates in what is being described as the largest edition of the event so far. Held under the theme “Voices of Bharat,” the conclave saw participation from students…

Bengaluru, Apr 28: The eighth cohort of the N.S. Ramaswamy Pre-doctoral Fellowship at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) successfully completed their one-year apprenticeship, with certificates awarded on April 27. The 2025–26 batch comprised twelve fellows, including ten women and two men, representing eight areas of specialization. Since its inception in…

Apr 27: The Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, in collaboration with Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, successfully inaugurated the second edition of the Contemporary Issues in Emerging Market Conference (CIEMC 2.0). The conference brought together policymakers, academicians, and global experts to discuss the changing role of emerging economies in…

  Amity University Uttar Pradesh Noida campus organized a one-day Symposium on “Recent Advances in Quantum Science & Technology”. The Symposium aimed to bring together leading experts, scientists, academicians, and industry stakeholders to discuss recent advancements in quantum technologies, including quantum computing, communication, sensing, and materials. Highlighting the significance of…

XIM University, Bhubaneswar marked its Tenth Undergraduate Convocation on 22nd April 2026 with elegance and solemnity, celebrating an important milestone in the academic journeys of its students. During the ceremony, degrees were awarded to 554 undergraduate students across multiple disciplines, recognizing their years of commitment, perseverance, and academic excellence. The…

Mumbai, Apr 22 (BNP): The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved the Compressed Biogas (CBG) Policy, 2026, aimed at promoting scientific waste management and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the state. The policy envisions the development of biogas projects through public-private partnerships under a hybrid annuity model. To ensure smooth execution, district-level coordination…

Bhubaneswar, Apr 21 (BNP): Bhavesh Patra has emerged as the top performer from Odisha in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examination, securing an outstanding All India Rank (AIR) 13, as per results announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Monday. The examination witnessed strong competition nationwide, with over 11…

April 20:  Thirty-two student teams from Classes 7 to 10, representing schools across India, showcased their entrepreneurial ideas at Launchpad 2026 the national finale of the Young Pioneers Programme held at the prestigious Indian Institute of Science. The programme is co-developed by Cambridge University Press & Assessment and GetSetLearn, backed by…