Who is the mystery donor who snubbed Columbia with a $260 million gift to an Israeli university?
“It’s a smack in the face of Columbia. It’s just the beginning,” Hank Sheinkopf, a longtime political consultant, pro-Israel activist, and rabbi, told The Post. Key Points
Hindustan TimesPro-Palestinian protesters retake Massachusetts institute’s encampment, occupy building at Rhode Island School of Design
Demonstrations at Columbia University, where the protest movement began about three weeks ago, have roiled its campus. A Monday deadline for... Key Points
The Tribune India5 scholars 'summarily dismissed' from classical library of India founded by Narayana Murthy's son
Murty Classical Library of India works on translation & publication of Indian classics. Academics were allegedly dismissed by chair of oversight board, Harvard prof Parimal Patil, in January. Key Points
ThePrintUS colleges are now raging battlegrounds—hitting cash flow, student culture & campaign
US campuses are not just seeing a rise in anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. They're in the middle of a cultural war, where a broader political attack is aimed at ‘woke’ ideology. Key Points
ThePrintPune University professor, five students held for Ramleela ‘parody’
India News: Read about the arrest of a Pune University professor and students for staging a controversial Ramleela play. Find out the details of the incident and the reactions from various parties. Key Points
Times Of IndiaUS: Missing Indian student of Purdue University, confirmed dead
Indiana [US], January 30 (ANI): An Indian student studying at Purdue University who was reported missing since Sunday has been confirmed dead, according to the Tippecanoe County Coroner. According to the Tippecanoe County Coroner’s Office, officials were called around 11:30 am. Sunday to 500 Allison Road in West Lafayette for a possible dead body. Upon […] Key Points
ThePrintWho is Akul Dhawan? Indian-American student found dead near Illinois University
The parents of Akul B. Dhawan, who was found dead outside the UIUC last week, have filed a complaint against the school's police for negligence. Key Points
Hindustan TimesGoogle, Microsoft, IBM and 13 other technology companies headed by Indian-origin executives
Distinguished CEOs of Indian origin are at the helm of some of the globe's most impactful companies. Sundar Pichai, at the forefront of Google, steers advancements in search, artificial intelligence, and beyond. Satya Nadella's leadership at Microsoft has rejuvenated the company's trajectory, with a strong emphasis on cloud computing and services. Arvind Krishna guides IBM, concentrating on pioneering developments in hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence. Here, we spotlight 15 Indian-origin CEOs who are at the forefront of major tech corporations. Key Points
Times of IndiaKem cho mate! Australia's Deakin comes to Gujarat as 1st foreign University to open campus in India
Envoy Philip Green inaugurates GIFT City campus. Indian students will be able to pursue Master of Business Analytics & Master of Cybersecurity (Professional) courses here starting July. Key Points
ThePrintCUREC 2023 exam date announced, check notice here
CUREC 2023 exam date has been announced. The official notice is given here. | Competitive Exams Key Points
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FTC sues Grand Canyon University for deceptive advertising, illegal telemarketing
The complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, targets Grand Canyon Education Inc (GCE), the university's CEO, and the University itself. The FTC alleges that the University misled potential doctoral students regarding the costs and course requirements of its doctoral programs, while also misrepresenting its status as a nonprofit. Key Points
Economic TimesUK: Indian student goes missing in East London, BJP leader urges EAM Jaishankar for help
Indian student GS Bhatia disappeared from East London since December 15, as shared by BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa on social media. Last seen in Canary Wharf, efforts by the Indian High Commission and Loughborough University have been urged to locate him. Sirsa posted Bhatia's documents and contact details, seeking help in finding him. Key Points
Economic TimesJNU bans campus protests, students flouting restrictions may face expulsion
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has imposed new rules significantly restricting protests and demonstrations on campus. Students who flout these regulations will face penalties ranging from hefty fines to expulsion. Key Points
India TodayJNU bans protests on campus, students may face expulsion for flouting restrictions: Varsity Manual
Putting up wall posters and staging dharnas within 100 metres of the academic buildings at the Jawaharlal Nehru University can lead to a fine of up to Rs 20,000 or expulsion while any anti-national act will attract a Rs 10,000 fine, according to a new manual. The academic buildings of different schools house offices of chairpersons, deans, and other important office-bearers, apart from classrooms and labs. Key Points
Economic TimesHow top US universities have seen rise in Jew hatred
Presidents of Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and MIT testified Tobefore the Republican-led committee on education. As clips from the Congressional hearing emerged, people said they knew what was behind rising anti-Semitism in top US universities. Key Points
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Harvard University becomes latest school to roll out a course on Taylor Swift
Beyond mere analysis, the course at Harvard will explore the cultural impact Swift has wielded, influencing not only fellow artists and writers but also resonating with today's youth. The phenomenon is further underscored by the resounding success of her Eras tour. Key Points
Economic TimesThe how and why of antisemitism on American campuses
Universities are diverse environments. Support for various causes can stem from academic freedom, differing interpretations of events, or a desire to amplify marginalised voices. Key Points
ThePrintCalcutta University Law Admission 2023: Registration underway for LLM course
Calcutta University Law Admission 2023 registration underway. Candidates who wants to apply can do it through the direct link given here. Key Points
Hindustan Times24-yr-old Indian student in US succumbs to wounds received in stabbing at Indiana gym
The death was confirmed by Valparaiso University where the deceased had been a student. Accused arrested, facing charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and attempted murder. Key Points
ThePrintQS Asia Rankings 2024: These are the best universities
The rankings evaluate these institutions based on various criteria, including global recognition, research capabilities, teaching resources, and internationalization. The 2024 rankings highlight the significant growth in the number of institutions featured, with 148 of them making their debut appearance. Key Points
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QS Asia University Rankings 2024: IIT Bombay & IIT Delhi among top 50, list here
QS Asia University Rankings 2024 released. IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi among top 50 list. Check list here. | Education News Key Points
Hindustan TimesED arrests 2 Ashoka University co-founders in money laundering case against their pharma firm
Ashoka University says it has no ties to Chandigarh-based Parabolic Drugs Ltd of which Pranav Gupta is MD & Vineet Gupta ‘whole time director’. ED has also arrested CA SK Bansal. Key Points
ThePrintShooting at Baltimore’s Morgan State University leaves five injured
Addressing a press conference, Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said that the injured individuals, which included four men and one woman aged between 18 and 22, had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Notably, four of the victims were students at Morgan State University. Key Points
Economic TimesNo Indian University in Times World Rankings' top 200 universities; check list here
Times World Rankings: Even some of the most sought-after universities in India, including University of Delhi, Jawaharlal Nehru University, IITs, BITS Pilani, Symbiosis, Christ University, Annamalai, etc. were all ranked beyond the 500 band. Key Points
Business TodayTimes Higher Education unveils World University Rankings 2024
This year's rankings incorporate data from over 134 million citations and insights from 68,402 scholars. Italy's Catholic University of the Sacred Heart has made its debut in the rankings, and the US has the most represented institutions. Several European nations have also debuted on the list. Key Points
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Ashoka University's real issue is the clash between ‘suits’ that fund and ‘boots’ that run it
The tight ‘suits’ that adorn Ashoka’s governing body will do well to shed them for looser kurtas. The management’s submissiveness became the discussion point rather than the merits of the paper. Key Points
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