#Higher Education

Kohima Official Urges University Students to Seize Opportunities

Kohima Deputy Commissioner B Henok Buchem challenged Nagaland University students to pursue growth and avoid distractions during their time on campus.

Naro Jamir • 18 Sep 2026

Tripura University Rallies Students to Hit the Books

Tripura University officials held a campus rally to push students back into the library and reignite a passion for independent research and reading.

Ayan Debbarma • 17 Sep 2026

Professor Ashan Riddi Named Vice-Chancellor of Arunachal Pradesh University

Professor Ashan Riddi takes over as Vice-Chancellor of Arunachal Pradesh University, succeeding founding head Tomo Riba following a lengthy career.

Tani M • 16 Sep 2026

AMSU Backs Dhanamanjuri University Scholars Over Missing Stipends

The All Manipur Students’ Union is backing 792 Dhanamanjuri University scholars fighting for overdue stipends from the 2022, 2024, and 2026 batches.

Ratan Singh • 16 Sep 2026

Tezpur University Students Demand Answers on Stalled Corruption Probe

Tezpur University students are demanding the release of a delayed corruption report and ministry intervention regarding former leadership.

Bibar Daimary • 11 Sep 2026

Sikkim University Struggles With Empty Classrooms and Missing Campus

Nineteen years since its founding, Sikkim University lacks a permanent campus, leading to widespread postgraduate vacancies and academic inefficiency.

Riya Lepcha • 8 Sep 2026

Jawaharlal Nehru College Welcomes 1,674 Students in Pasighat

Jawaharlal Nehru College in Pasighat kicked off its 2026 academic year by inducting over 1,600 new students into its undergraduate and graduate programs.

Tani M • 8 Sep 2026

Sikkim University mass communication program hits record low

Enrolment at Sikkim University's mass communication department plummeted to three students, sparking concerns over systemic institutional decline.

Riya Lepcha • 5 Sep 2026

Nagaland University Expands Medziphema Campus with Six New Facilities

Nagaland University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Jagadish K. Patnaik opened six new research and student facilities at the Medziphema agricultural campus.

Kiyeto Swu • 4 Sep 2026

Manipur University Partners With Malaysia's INTI for Global Exchange

Manipur University and INTI International University signed an agreement for student exchanges, joint research, and internships across multiple fields.

Ratan Singh • 4 Sep 2026

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