#Higher Education
UGC Authorizes Exams for CMJ University Students
Meghalaya students at CMJ University can now finish their degrees through state-supervised exams following a new UGC directive.
NEWire Desk • 3 Sep 2026
Tripura University Launches 16 Student Clubs to Build Skills
Tripura University debuted 16 new student clubs during Diksharambh 2026 to boost leadership, creativity, and media literacy skills outside the classroom.
Nihar Jamatia • 3 Sep 2026
Nagaland University Hosts Online Workshop on NEP 2020 Reforms
Nagaland University held an online workshop on August 27 to discuss implementing NEP 2020 reforms, AI integration, and new regulatory frameworks.
Naro Jamir • 30 Aug 2026
Tripura University Appoints Prof Ashes Gupta as CDC Director
Prof Ashes Gupta will lead Tripura University's College Development Council while keeping his English department teaching duties for the next three years.
Ayan Debbarma • 28 Aug 2026
VPP Leader Demands Halt to Meghalaya Private College Act
Nongkrem MLA Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit pushes for a stay on the 2025 Private Colleges Act, citing concerns over autonomy and cash transfers.
NEWire Desk • 28 Aug 2026
Tripura University Pivot Targets National Research Ranking
Tripura University is shifting to a research-focused model to boost its national standing, emphasizing innovation, local knowledge, and partnerships.
Nihar Jamatia • 27 Aug 2026
Tezpur University Teachers Demand Answers on VC Enquiry
Tezpur University teachers are demanding the Ministry of Education release the findings of an enquiry into Vice-Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh.
Timungpi Terang • 23 Aug 2026
Nagaland and Dibrugarh Universities Forge Five-Year Research Pact
Nagaland University and Dibrugarh University signed a five-year deal to boost academic exchanges, joint research, and training in Northeast India.
Timungpi Terang • 22 Aug 2026
Sikkim Manipal University Seeks New Vice Chancellor
Sikkim Manipal University is hiring a Vice Chancellor for 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications by August 29.
Riya Lepcha • 22 Aug 2026
Nagaland University and Dibrugarh University Ink Research Deal
Nagaland University and Dibrugarh University signed an agreement on August 20 to boost joint research, student exchanges, and academic collaboration.
Kiyeto Swu • 22 Aug 2026
Assam down town University Awards 1,885 Degrees at Convocation
Assam down town University awarded 1,885 degrees during its 13th convocation, honoring academic excellence and celebrating the class of 2026.
Timungpi Terang • 22 Aug 2026
Lotha Groups Block Reinstatement Bid for Nagaland University Professor
Three Lotha organizations are fighting the reinstatement of a former professor, demanding Nagaland University finish disciplinary probes first.
Naro Jamir • 20 Aug 2026
Nagaland University Hosts Induction for New Engineering and Biotech Scholars
Nagaland University’s School of Engineering and Technology welcomed new postgraduate and PhD scholars during an orientation program in Meriema.
Naro Jamir • 19 Aug 2026
ANCSU Demands Accountability for Missing Education Grant Funds
The All Nagaland College Students’ Union claims the Higher Education Department is withholding over half of the annual Grant-in-Aid meant for colleges.
Naro Jamir • 18 Aug 2026
ANCSU Fights Plan to Lower Nagaland Professor Qualification Standards
The All Nagaland College Students’ Union is blocking state plans to relax PhD requirements for professors and warns against regularizing ad-hoc staff.
Kiyeto Swu • 13 Aug 2026
Dimapur Government College Launches MA History Program
Dimapur Government College has officially started its Master of Arts in History program following the guidelines of the National Education Policy 2020.
Naro Jamir • 10 Aug 2026
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma Urges Students to Look Beyond Degrees
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma told Assam Royal Global University students to focus on critical thinking and leadership rather than just earning academic degrees.
Chawngthu Fanai • 5 Aug 2026
Dr. Tayek Talom Becomes First Arunachal Native to Lead Apex Professional University
Dr. Tayek Talom is the new Vice Chancellor of Apex Professional University. He is the first person from Arunachal Pradesh to hold the leadership post.
Rinchen K • 5 Aug 2026
NIT Meghalaya Scraps Restrictive Student Forms After Union Pressure
NIT Meghalaya ends forced student undertakings and clarifies attendance policies following intense pressure from the Khasi Students' Union.
Walrik Marak • 4 Aug 2026
Hynniewtrep Youth Council Demands Resignation of NEHU VC-in-Charge
Members of the HYC protested at the NEHU campus, claiming the appointment of Prof Saroj Kanta Barik as VC-in-Charge violates university regulations.
Walrik Marak • 1 Aug 2026
