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June 28, 2023

QS Quacquarelli Symonds Unveils World University Rankings 2024

Photos: Imperial College London. Imperial College London has been ranked 6th in the world and the top University in London by the QS World University Rankings. Images Credit: Imperial College London.

London, June 27, 2024 — Global higher education experts QS Quacquarelli Symonds have announced the World University Rankings 2024. This ranking is unique in that it emphasizes Employability and Sustainability and includes 1500 institutions across 104 locations.

The rankings follow an analysis of 17.5 million academic papers and the opinions of over 240,000 academic faculty and employers. Massachusetts Institute of Technology holds the top spot for the twelfth year. At the same time, the University of Cambridge retains second place, and the University of Oxford climbs to third place.

This year, QS introduced three new metrics to its ranking system: Sustainability, Employment Outcomes, and International Research Network.

According to Ben Sowter, Senior Vice President at QS, this update was made after consulting with higher education leaders worldwide to better align with the priorities of socially conscious Gen Z and Alpha students.

• Highlights

• 75% of Africa’s universities fare better. Nine new entries.
• Arab Region remains increasingly competitive.
• Asia’s top University, the National University of Singapore (8th), breaks into the top 10. South Korea and Japan remain vigorous but less prolific. Thailand and Indonesia are emerging.
• Australia excels at global engagement. Three universities join the top 20.
• Canada: University of Toronto is the new national leader.
• China: Most improved for research impact (79% institutions rise in Citations per Faculty).
• ETH Zurich has been continental Europe’s best University for the sixteenth consecutive year.
• France’s merged universities shine. Université PSL (24th) enters the top-25.
• India: New national leader, IIT Bombay, climbs into world top-150.
• Universidade de São Paulo (85th) takes Latin America’s top-spot.
• UK: Shines for cross-border research collaborations. 72/90 institutions place higher.
• USA: UC Berkeley, named world’s leader in Sustainability, breaks into the top 10.

• QS World University Rankings 2024

Top-100 World

1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, United States
2. University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
3. University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
4. Harvard University, Cambridge, United States
5. Stanford University, Stanford, United States
6. Imperial College London. London, United Kingdom
7. ETH Zurich Zürich, Switzerland
8. National University of Singapore (NUS) Singapore, Singapore
9. UCL London, United Kingdom
10. University of California, Berkeley (UCB) Berkeley, United States
11. University of Chicago, Chicago, United States
12. University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, United States
13. Cornell University, Ithaca, United States
14. The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
15. California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Pasadena, United States
16. Yale University, New Haven, United States
17. Peking University, Beijing, China (Mainland)
18. Princeton University, Princeton, United States
19. The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), Sydney, Australia
20. The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
21. University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
22. The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
23. Columbia University, New York City, United States
24. Université PSL, Paris, France
25. Tsinghua University, Beijing, China (Mainland)
26. Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
27. The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
28. Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, United States
29. The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
30. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, United States
31. McGill University Montreal, Canada 83.7 Shortlist 32
32. The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
33. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, United States
34. Australian National University (ANU), Canberra, Australia
35. University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
36. EPFL Lausanne, Switzerland
37. Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
38. Institut Polytechnique de Paris Palaiseau Cedex, France
39. New York University (NYU), New York City, United States
40. King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
41. Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
42. Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
43. The University of Queensland, Brisbane City, Australia
44. Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China (Mainland)
45. The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), London, United Kingdom
46. Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
47. Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
48. Northwestern University, Evanston, United States
49. The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Hong Kong SAR
50. Fudan University, Shanghai, China (Mainland)
51. Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China (Mainland)
52. Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, United States
53. University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
54. Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Germany
55. University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
56. KAIST - Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology, Daejeon, South Korea
57. Duke University, Durham, United States
58. University of Texas at Austin, Austin, United States
59. Sorbonne University, Paris, France
60. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SAR
61. KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
62. University of California, San Diego (UCSD), San Diego, United States
63. University of Washington, Seattle, United States
64. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, United States
65. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong SAR
66. Universiti Malaya (UM), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
67. The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom
68. The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
69. National Taiwan University (NTU), Taipei, Taiwan
70. City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
71. Université Paris-Saclay, Gif-sur-Yvette,, France
72. The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
73. Brown University, Providence, United States
74. KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
75. University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
76. University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
77. Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
78. Durham University, Durham, United Kingdom
79. Korea University, Seoul, South Korea
80. Osaka University, Osaka City, Japan
81. Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
82. University of Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom
83. Pennsylvania State University University Park, United States
84. University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
85. Lund University, Lund, Sweden
86. Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
87. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russia
88. Universität Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
89. The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
90. The University of Technology Sydney, Haymarket, Australia
91. Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech), Tokyo, Japan
92. University of Zurich, Zürich, Switzerland
93. Boston University, Boston, United States
94. Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Mexico City, Mexico
95. Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA), Buenos Aires, Argentina
96. University of St Andrews, St. Andrews, United Kingdom
97. Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, United States
98. Freie Universitaet Berlin, Berlin, Germany
99. Purdue University, West Lafayette, United States
100. Pohang University of Science And Technology, Pohang, South Korea

• QS World University Rankings 2024

INDIA

QS RANK — UNIVERSITY

• =149 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB), Mumbai, India
• 197 Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD), New Delhi, India
• 225 Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India
• 271 Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT-KGP), Kharagpur, India
• =278 Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK), Kanpur, India
• =285 Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), Chennai, India
• =364 Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG), Guwahati, India
• =369 Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR), Roorkee, India
• =407 The University of Delhi, New Delhi, India
• 427 Anna University, Chennai, India
• =454 Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Indore, India
• =526 University of Madras, Chennai, India
• =571 Indian Institute of Technology BHU Varanasi (IIT BHU), Varanasi, India
• 601-610 Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
• 691-700 Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), Sangareddy, India
• 711-720 Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, India
• 731-740 Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar, India
• 741-750 Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India
• 751-760 University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India
• 771-780 Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
• 771-780 Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences, Solan, India
• 781-790 National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tiruchirappalli, India
• 801-850 University of Calcutta, Kolkata, India
• 801-850 University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, India
• 851-900 Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Vellore, India
• 901-950 UPES, Dehradun, India
• 951-1000 Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani, Pilani, India
• 951-1000 Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India
• 951-1000 Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
• 951-1000 O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonepat, India
• 951-1000 Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, India
• 1001-1200 Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India
• 1001-1200 Amity University, Noida, India
• 1001-1200 Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri, India
• 1001-1200 Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
• 1001-1200 Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University), Chennai, India
• 1001-1200 Panjab University, Chandigarh, India
• 1201-1400 Chitkara University Rajpura, India
• 1201-1400 Jamia Hamdard New Delhi, India
• 1201-1400 Osmania University, Hyderabad, India

• A Tour of the Chandigarh, India, Region — Academic Reputation Counts!

Both Chandigarh University, Mohali (770-780) and Shoolini University, Solan (770-780) are ranked substantially higher than Panjab University, Chandigarh (1001-1200). Even higher is Punjab University in Lahore, Pakistan (741-750).

The inferior placement of PU Chandigarh compared to PU Lahore, Shoolini, and Chandigarh University is due to its poor performance in two crucial ranking categories - Academic and Employer Reputation - where the other three have surpassed it.

The following observation made in 2015 still holds good.

Source: QS Quacquarelli Symonds

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June 23, 2023

Dharmendra Pradhan, the Education Minister of India, expresses his admiration for the commitment of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden to strengthening the strategic partnership between Universities in India and the United States.

Photo: PM Modi attended an event in DC on June 21, 2023, focused on improving access to quality education. He presented a 5-point plan for collaboration between India and the USA in teaching and research. The First Lady was also in attendance.

New Delhi, June 23, 2023 — Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Minister, expressed his appreciation for the commitment made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and American President Joe Biden to strengthen the strategic partnership between universities in their respective countries.

According to Mr. Pradhan, the recently launched India-US initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology is expected to usher in a new phase of collaboration and accelerate outcomes, given the significant talent pool in India and the US, particularly in emerging technologies and the synergies created by R&D centers of excellence in academic institutions.

The Minister stated that a Joint Task Force, consisting of top IITs and IISc, has been engaged in discussions with the Association of American Universities to this effect.

He further revealed that the Education Ministry would work to establish Indo-U.S. Global Challenge Institutes, in line with the vision of both leaders, to deepen research partnerships and people-to-people exchanges in various areas, including semiconductors, sustainable agriculture, clean energy, health, and pandemic preparedness, and emerging technologies.

Mr. Pradhan expressed his delight that this partnership, which includes industry collaboration and startup enablers, will facilitate the free flow of ideas, student exchange, and joint IPRs, and contribute to developing solutions for a sustainable and secure future.

He added that this is a historic moment when two powerful nations are joining hands in education and research, which will undoubtedly have a global impact in the future.

Source: Ministry of Education

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Times Higher Education Announces Asia University Rankings 2023

— South Asian institutions move up in the latest league table, with Pakistan leading the way.

London, June 22, 2023 — Times Higher Education has announced the latest Asia University Rankings, revealing a rise in South Asian institutions in the top 200.

This year, 32 universities from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka made the cut, compared to 24 in 2022. Pakistan led the way with ten universities in the top 200, up from six the previous year. Meanwhile, the highest-ranking institution from the country, Quaid-i-Azam University, rose from 116th to 98th place.

The University of Dhaka and North South University from Bangladesh came in the top 200 list for the first time.

In contrast, India’s representation in the top 200 increased slightly, with 18 universities in the top 200 rankings.

Japan retained the most-represented nation with 117 institutions.

Tsinghua University and Peking University in China take the first and second positions for the fourth year. Four mainland Chinese universities are in the top 10, compared with three last year.

With three universities, Hong Kong follows with the subsequent highest representation in the top 10. Its leading universities also rise in rank.

The Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2023 use the same 13 performance indicators as the World University Rankings, but they are recalibrated to reflect the attributes of Asia’s institutions.

The universities are judged across all their core missions - teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and international outlook.

• Times Higher Education’s Asia University Rankings

• ASIA — TOP 50

• Tsinghua University, China
• Peking University, China
• National University of Singapore, Singapore
• University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
• Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
• Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
• The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong
• The University of Tokyo, Japan
• Fudan University, China
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
• Seoul National University, South Korea
• Zhejiang University, China
• Yonsei University (Seoul campus), South Korea
• Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
• University of Science and Technology of China, China
• City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
• Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), South Korea
• Kyoto University, Japan
• Nanjing University, China
• King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia
• Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), South Korea
• Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), South Korea
• Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), China
• Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), South Korea
• Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
• Wuhan University, China
• Korea University, South Korea
• Qatar University, Qatar
• King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
• National Taiwan University (NTU), Taiwan
• Sichuan University, China
• Tel Aviv University, Israel
• China Medical University Taiwan, Taiwan
• Tohoku University, Japan
• Kyung Hee University, South Korea
• Macau University of Science and Technology, Macao
• University of Macau, Macao
• King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
• Sejong University South Korea
• United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates
• Tongji University, China
• Beijing Normal University, China
• Taipei Medical University, Taiwan
• Sun Yat-sen University, China
• Khalifa University, United Arab Emirates
• University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
• Osaka University, Japan
• Indian Institute of Science, India
• Asia University Taiwan, Taiwan
• Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel

• Times Higher Education’s Asia University Rankings

• INDIA TOP-25

• Indian Institute of Science, India
• JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, India
• Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences, India
• Mahatma Gandhi University, India
• International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad, India
• Alagappa University, India
• Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, India
• Jamia Millia Islamia, India
• Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, India
• Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi, India
• Indian Institute of Technology Indore, India
• Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, India
• KIIT University, India
• Banaras Hindu University, India
• Graphic Era University, India
• Delhi Technological University, India
• Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, India
• Savitribai Phule Pune University, India
• Aligarh Muslim University, India
• Anna University, India
• Indian Institute of Technology Patna, India
• Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, India
• Jamia Hamdard University, India
• Jawaharlal Nehru University, India
• Maharishi Markandeshwar University (MMU), India

Source: Times Higher Education

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June 21, 2023

Nandan Nilekani donates $38.5 Million to support IIT Bombay's Goal of becoming a Global Tech and Engineering Leader.

Photo: Nandan Nilekani with wife Rohini Nilekani and Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri of IIT Bombay. Image provided by Nandan Nilekani.

BANGALORE & MUMBAI, India, June 21, 2023 — Nandan Nilekani, Co-Founder and Chairman of Infosys Ltd. and Founding Chairman of UIDAI, has made a generous donation of USD 38.5 Million to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, marking his 50-year association with the esteemed institution.

IIT Bombay will use the donation to develop world-class infrastructure, support research in emerging areas of engineering and technology, and foster a deep tech startup ecosystem.

This contribution builds on his previous grants of INR 85 Crores to the Institute, bringing the cumulative value of his support to INR 400 Crores.

Nilekani’s alma mater aims to become a global leader among engineering and technology institutes and contribute significantly towards nation-building. This contribution will serve as a significant anchor to achieve this vision.

Nilekani and Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri, Director of IIT Bombay signed the Memorandum of Understanding in Bangaluru. Nilekani joined IIT Bombay in 1973 for a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, and this donation reflects his deep bond and gratitude towards his alma mater.

Director Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri expressed his delight and called it the beginning of a new era for IIT Bombay. Nilekani’s contribution will significantly accelerate the Institute’s growth and inspire others to join the transformative initiative.

Source: Nandan Nilekani

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Prime Minister Modi of India arrives in New York; Meets with several Distinguished People.

Photo: The Indian Prime Minister met with Indian American singer and Grammy award winner Ms. Falguni Shah in New York. He praised her song promoting eco-friendly millets and commended her for uniting people through music.

New York, June 21, 2023 — During his visit to New York on June 20, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India met with experts from US think tanks to discuss developmental and geopolitical issues. He also met with US academics of Indian origin to explore ways to enhance research collaborations and academic exchanges. Additionally, he met with Elon Musk and invited him to explore investment opportunities in India’s expanding commercial space sector and electric mobility.

Photo: Prime Minister Modi interacting with various think tank experts in New York, USA, on June 20, 2023.

Today in New York, USA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with experts from various leading US think tanks. The group discussed developmental and geopolitical issues, and the Prime Minister invited them to increase their presence in India as it transforms. Among the think-tank experts present were —

• Mr. Michael Froman, President-designate and Distinguished Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in New York
• Mr. Daniel Russel, Vice President for International Security and Diplomacy at the Asia Society Policy Institute in New York
• Dr. Max Abrahms, Associate Professor of Political Science at Northeastern University in Boston
• Mr. Jeff M. Smith, Director of the Asian Studies Center at The Heritage Foundation in DC
• Mr. Elbridge Colby, Co-founder of ‘The Marathon Initiative’ based in Washington DC
• Mr. Guru Sowle, Founder-member and Director (Indo-US Affairs) of Indus International Research Foundation in Texas.

Photo: Prime Minister Modi interacting with a group of eminent US academics of Indian origin from diverse fields of agriculture, marketing, engineering, health, science & technology in New York, USA, on June 20, 2023.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with a group of distinguished US academics of Indian origin in New York, USA. The academics were from various fields, such as agriculture, marketing, engineering, health, science, and technology. They discussed the possibilities of advancing research collaborations and academic exchanges in both directions under India’s New Education Policy. The academics shared their expertise and experiences with the Prime Minister during the meeting.

The following is a list of academics who participated in the interaction

• Ms. Chandrika Tandon, Chair of the Board, NYU Tandon School of Engineering
• Dr. Neeli Bendapudi, President of Pennsylvania State University
• Dr. Pradeep Khosla, Chancellor, University of California, San Diego
• Dr. Satish Tripathi, President of the University at Buffalo
• Professor Jagmohan Raju, Professor of Marketing, Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania
• Dr. Madhav V. Rajan, Dean, Booth School of Business, University of Chicago
• Professor Rattan Lal, Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science; Director, CFAES Rattan Lal Centre for Carbon Management and Sequestration, Ohio State University
• Dr. Anurag Mairal, Adjunct Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine, Stanford University & Faculty Fellow and Lead for Technology Innovation & Impact at the Center for Innovation and Global Health, Stanford University.

Photo: Prime Minister Modi meeting Mr. Elon Musk in New York, USA, on June 20, 2023.

Prime Minister Modi also met Mr. Elon Musk, tech pioneer, business magnate, and CEO of Tesla Inc. & SpaceX; owner, CTO, and chairman of Twitter; founder of the Boring Company and X-corp; co-founder of Neuralink and OpenAI.

During their conversation, the Prime Minister expressed his admiration for Mr. Musk’s accomplishments in making technological advancements more accessible and affordable in multiple sectors. He also invited Mr. Musk to explore potential investment opportunities in India’s electric mobility and rapidly expanding commercial space sector.

Photo: Prime Minister Modi meeting Mr. Neil de Grasse Tyson in New York, USA, on June 20, 2023.

Narendra Modi also met with Mr. Neil de Grasse Tyson, a renowned American astrophysicist, author, and science communicator. Their conversation centered on promoting scientific curiosity among young people, focusing on India’s impressive advancements in space exploration. Additionally, the two discussed potential collaborations between the private sector and academia under India’s recently introduced National Space Policy.

Source: Prime Minister’s Office, New Delhi

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June 17, 2023

Pune, India, is set to host the fourth Education Working Group Meeting of the G20 Countries, attended by Education Ministers and Representatives from UNESCO.

Pune, June 16, 2023 — India’s Ministry of Education will host the 4th G20 Education Working Group Meeting in Pune, Maharashtra, on June 20-21, 2023. Eighty-five delegates from G20 member countries and esteemed organizations such as UNESCO will attend. A seminar and exhibition themed “Ensuring Foundational Literacy and Numeracy” will be held at Savitribai Phule Pune University on June 19. The event will include keynote addresses, panel discussions, and a multimedia exhibition showcasing the best education and skill development practices.

Source: Ministry of Education, Government of India

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June 14, 2023

University Grants Commission (UGC) India Issues Public Notice on "Professor of Practice" Scheme

• UGC starts the Professors of Practice portal to create a talent pool of Experts.

New Delhi, India, June 14, 2023 — The UGC has launched a new portal for the “Professor of Practice” Scheme. This program aims to make it easier for academic institutions to engage distinguished professionals as professors in their respective domains. The PoP portal would play a critical role in facilitating this program.

Source: UGC

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Shoolini University partners with the prestigious University of Melbourne to offer a Dual-Degree Program

Melbourne, June 14, 2023 — Shoolini University, a private university in India, has partnered with the prestigious University of Melbourne to offer a unique dual-degree program.

This collaboration marks the University of Melbourne’s first dual-degree partnership with a private Indian university, highlighting the reputation and credentials of Shoolini University.

Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences is located at Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India.

Through the Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) program, Indian students can pursue undergraduate science studies at Shoolini University and the University of Melbourne, benefiting from a world-class curriculum. The program spans four years and offers a range of multidisciplinary majors, such as Agriculture, Sustainability and Environment, Biosciences, and Computer Sciences.

Furthermore, eligible students can complete a Master of Science at the University of Melbourne and apply for post-study work rights upon finishing their studies in Australia. This partnership reflects the University of Melbourne’s strict standards and promotes knowledge exchange between the two institutions.

Professor Atul Khosla, the Vice Chancellor of Shoolini University, expressed his excitement about the partnership. At the same time, Professor Michael Wesley, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Global, Culture and Engagement at the University of Melbourne, highlighted the opportunity for high-achieving Indian students to receive a global education and build their international professional network. This collaboration aims to prepare a new generation of highly skilled professionals to thrive in today’s interconnected world.

• The University of Melbourne’s new dual-degree partnership with Shoolini, a private Indian university, marks the fourth such partnership with Indian universities. Indian students are already pursuing a Bachelor of Science Dual Degree program at the University of Melbourne through partnerships with the University of Madras, Savitribai Phule Pune University, and Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, Hyderabad.

Sources: The University of Melbourne, Shoolini University

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June 13, 2023

Educated Youth are the Biggest Strength to fuel the Progress of India, says Ram Nath Kovind

• Annual Convocation for the 2023 batch held at Chandigarh University; more than 1400 degrees awarded

Photo: Ram Nath Kovind, Former President of India, presented the degrees to the graduates during the Chandigarh University Annual Convocation 2023.

CHANDIGARH, India, June 12, 2023 — Chandigarh University conducted its Annual Convocation for the 2023 batch, with a remarkable 1400 degrees awarded to deserving students.

Former President of India, Ram Nath Kovind, was present at the event and praised the university for its impressive feat of ranking among the world’s top universities. In his address, he acknowledged that more than 45% of the students receiving degrees were women, with 22 awarded Gold Medals. He recognized the university’s commitment to research and innovation, with over 703 patents filed in one year alone.

Kovind also highlighted the role of education in India’s progress and emphasized the importance of empowering women and preparing the Youth for the future. He expressed pride in India’s growing global influence and mentioned the recent appointment of Ajaypal Singh Banga as President of the World Bank, the first Indian to hold the position.

Chandigarh University, located in Punjab, is a highly respected institution offering various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields. It is the youngest university in India and the first private university in Punjab to have received a NAAC A+ Grade.

Source: Chandigarh University

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— UPDATE —

June 13, 2023

• Chandigarh University offers support to 700 Indian students facing deportation from Canada.

CHANDIGARH, India, June 13, 2023 — Chandigarh University has pledged its assistance to 700 Indian students who may be deported from Canada after falling victim to fraudulent college admission offer letters. The students, mainly from Punjab, were in a difficult situation after Canadian authorities discovered their offer letters were fake.

Chancellor Satnam Sandhu stated that the university would support the students, including admission, enrollment in identical batches, proper credit score mapping, and bridge courses if necessary. Sandhu added that the university would also help the students pursue their study abroad dreams through legitimate means and is exploring the possibility of starting a helpline for the affected students and their families.

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June 12, 2023

The United States of America has announced its intention to rejoin UNESCO.

Photo: UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay announces the USA’s intention to rejoin UNESCO. June 12, 2023. UNESCO Headquarters, Paris. Image provided by & copyright © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX.

Paris, June 12, 2023 - UNESCO’s Director-General, Audrey Azoulay, announced today that the United States of America had officially notified her of its intent to rejoin the organization in July. This decision follows USA’s concrete financing plan welcomed by UNESCO representatives from 193 member countries.

In a letter to the Director-General, the U.S. Department of State expressed satisfaction with UNESCO’s modernized management and reduced political tensions in recent years. UNESCO’s initiatives have enabled the organization to reconnect with its historical ambitions. These initiatives include tackling contemporary challenges such as the ethics of artificial intelligence and ocean protection. Additionally, administrative reforms implemented since 2018 have made UNESCO more efficient and financially sound.

The return of the United States to UNESCO was made possible by a congressional agreement in December 2022 authorizing financial contributions to the organization. The U.S. suspended its contributions in 2011 due to domestic legislation before notifying UNESCO of its decision to withdraw legally on October 12, 2017.

The UNESCO Administration must now submit the proposed financing plan to the UNESCO Member States General Conference for approval. Certain Member States have requested that an extraordinary session be held soon for a taking a decision.

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay remarked that the United States’ decision to rejoin the organization is a vital act of confidence in UNESCO, its multilateralism, and the centrality of its mandate in culture, education, science, and information.

Source: UNESCO, Paris

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— The Editor is a UNESCO-IIEP-qualified Higher Education Consultant.

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June 7, 2023

Chandigarh University celebrates 27th Rank in NIRF 2023 Universities India Ranking.

Photo: Chandigarh University (CU) Officials celebrating the University’s performance in NIRF 2023 India Rankings. Image provided by CU.

CHANDIGARH, India, June 7, 2023 — Chandigarh University has improved its ranking in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2023 India, securing the 27th spot and becoming the 7th best University in North India. It has also improved its overall rank to 45th compared to last year’s 48th rank and made significant jumps in various disciplines. The University’s Chancellor, Satnam Singh Sandhu, stated that these rankings endorse the excellence and quality of education provided to the students. NIRF outlines a methodology to rank institutions based on teaching, research, and graduation outcomes. CU is a NAAC A+ Grade University offering more than 109 UG and PG programs.

Source: Chandigarh University

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June 5, 2023

Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh releases India Rankings 2023 in New Delhi.

• India Rankings have served as a valuable tool for students in selecting universities based on their relative standing in various categories and subject domains among HEIs in the country - Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh.

• Multi-dimensional parameters of India Rankings have successfully captured the quality and excellence of HEIs in India - Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh.

Photo: Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh releases India Rankings 2023 in New Delhi.

New Delhi, India, June 05, 2023 — Minister of State for Education and External Affairs, Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, today released the India Rankings 2023, which implements the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) drafted for this purpose by the Ministry of Education in 2015. The Secretary (HE) Sanjay Murthy); Prof. M Jagadesh Kumar, Chairman of UGC; Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Chairman of AICTE; Prof. Anil Sahasrabuddhe, Chairman of NETF and NBA; Dr. Abhay Jere, Vice Chairman of AICTE; and Dr. Anil Kumar Nassa, Member Secretary of NBA, were among the attendees, including Vice-Chancellors and Directors of Higher Education Institutions.

During the event, Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan emphasized the importance of ranking and accreditation in evaluating the quality of educational programs offered by colleges and universities. He commended the Ministry of Education for drafting the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2015, which assesses the quality and excellence of HEIs in India across various categories and subject domains and ranks them based on their cumulative score.

Dr. Ranjan also noted how India Rankings had become a valuable tool for students in identifying universities based on their relative standing in various categories and subject domains among HEIs in the country. He mentioned that it has also helped universities identify areas for improvement in teaching, research, resources, and infrastructure.

While Dr. Ranjan was pleased with the increase in the number of institutions applying for ranking in different categories and subject domains, he emphasized the importance of working collectively to bring more institutions under India Rankings and accreditation.

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), launched in November 2015 by the Ministry of Education, has been used for this edition and the previous seven editions of India Rankings. The NIRF identifies five broad categories of parameters and their weightage on a scale of 1 to 10, including Teaching, Learning & Resources, Research and Professional Practice, Graduation Outcome, Outreach and Inclusivity, and Perception.

Overall, the increase in the number of applicants and institutions ranked in India’s Rankings from 2016 to 2023 is a positive development, and the continued efforts towards collective improvement and inclusion will only further enhance the quality of higher education institutions in India.

Source: Ministry of Education, Government of India

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May 30, 2023

UNESCO mobilizes Education Ministers Worldwide for a Coordinated Response to Artificial Intelligence.

Photo: Unesco Director-General Audrey Azoulay addresses an event at Unesco Headquarters in Paris. May 09, 2023. Image provided by & copyright © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX.

Paris, France, May 30, 2023 — In response to the rapid emergence of new and powerful generative AI tools, UNESCO convened the first global gathering of Education Ministers to discuss the immediate and long-term potential, difficulties and hazards AI applications pose to education systems. Over 40 Ministers gathered to exchange policy approaches and plans for integrating these tools into education. UNESCO proposed a roadmap on generative AI and education, including open multistakeholder collaboration, during the online discussion on May 25, 2023.

“Generative AI expands educational horizons and challenges.” However, we must act quickly to ensure that future AI technologies are integrated into education on our terms. “It is our responsibility to prioritize safety, inclusion, diversity, transparency, and quality — as stated in the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, which our Member States unanimously adopted,” said Stefania Giannini, UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education.

• Ministers highlighted several Pressing Challenges and shared Policy Approaches

Several common concerns emerged during the discussion, including how to adapt education systems to the disruptions that generative AI is causing, how to integrate generative AI into curricula, teaching methods, and examinations, and how to mitigate the inherent flaws of these technologies, such as the ability to make glaring errors and produce biassed information.

The ministerial debate highlighted that governments worldwide are building or refining appropriate policy responses in this fast-emerging context, including developing or refining national AI, data protection, and other regulatory frameworks.

• Only 10% of Schools and Universities have Formal Guidance on AI

According to a new UNESCO global study of over 450 schools and institutions, less than 10% have produced institutional rules and detailed advice on using generative AI applications. The findings show that institutions face difficulties in responding quickly to the sudden appearance of these powerful, productive AI apps capable of producing written and visual creations.

The importance of teachers as learning facilitators in this new era was emphasized. However, to handle these obstacles, teachers require guidance and training.

• UNESCO’s Policy Guidelines and Competencies Framework

UNESCO will continue to lead the global conversation with policymakers, EdTech partners, academia, and civil society. The Organisation is establishing policy guidelines for using generative AI in education and research and AI competency frameworks for students and teachers in school. These will be unveiled at the Digital Learning Week, held at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris from September 4 to 7, 2023.

Through its mandates for education and science, UNESCO has unique competence. In recent years, the Organisation has led a global study on the Future of Education, and it has also produced the first global normative framework for the ethics of artificial intelligence, which its 193 Member States unanimously endorsed in November 2021.

• UNESCO’s Work in AI in Education

UNESCO is aiding its Member States in realizing the potential of AI technology in their respective fields of competence. The UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI, adopted in 2021, establishes the proper normative foundation. In education, the Organisation has mobilized stakeholders around the Beijing Consensus on Artificial Intelligence and Education and has produced several guidelines, including AI and Education: A Guide for Policymakers.

Source: UNESCO

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May 27, 2023

Harvard Business School Celebrates 113th Commencement

Photo: Harvard Business School Celebrates 113th Commencement. Image provided by Harvard Business School / Russ Campbell.

BOSTON, May 26, 2023 — Harvard Business School held its 113th Commencement exercises in Boston yesterday. In the morning, there was a celebration in Harvard’s Tercentenary Theatre, followed by a diploma ceremony at the Baker Library Bloomberg Center, where 984 students received their MBA degrees. Among them, 50 students (top five percent of the MBA Class of 2023) graduated with high distinction as Baker Scholars, named after the School’s initial benefactor, George Fisher Baker. Additionally, 82 students earned their diplomas with distinction, and 198 earned second-year honors.

Seven MBA graduates who received their degrees in March 2023 were honored at the occasion, including one Baker Scholar who graduated with high distinction, two others who graduated with distinction, and three others who received second-year honors. Twenty students in the doctoral program also graduated with PhDs in various disciplines, including business administration, business economics, organizational behavior, and health policy management. Three students graduated with PhDs in health policy management in March 2022, and three others in business administration, health policy management, and organizational behavior in November 2022.

During the ceremony, Dean Srikant Datar presented the 2023 Alumni Achievement Awards to five accomplished individuals, including Reshma Kewalramani, MD, FASN (GMP 18, 2015), CEO and president of Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Raymond J. McGuire (JD/MBA 1984), president of Lazard.

In his Commencement remarks, Dean Datar encouraged the new graduates to reflect on three important behaviors of leaders: active listening, thinking, and acting courageously. He expressed optimism that business can solve society’s most urgent problems and encouraged the graduates to embody the School’s mission as leaders who make a difference in the world.

Source: Harvard Business School

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May 26, 2023

UGC India enforces High Standards in Higher Education; Forms a Committee to prevent Malpractices with Corrective Actions against Offenders.

New Delhi, India, May 26, 2023 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a Public Notice on the Maintenance of Standards of Higher Education in the Country. In addition, it has established a Standing Committee to prevent Malpractice. The Committee will identify institutions requiring attention, gather information about them, and recommend corrective actions against the offenders.

According to UGC, Higher Education Institutions must adhere to minimum standards prescribed by UGC Regulations to maintain higher education quality. Any breach of these standards tends to tarnish the quality of university instruction in the Country. Therefore, UGC considers such violations consequential and is committed to taking appropriate measures to prevent them.

• The UGC Public Notice says, “The Standing Committee will meet at fixed intervals, look into the complaints, scrutinize the documents of HEIs, and recommend appropriate action to be taken by the UGC on the HEIs violating the Regulations.”

Source: UGC

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May 24, 2023

National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) India extends the deadline for pending AQAR submissions by Higher Education Institutions.

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in India has announced an extension to the deadline for submitting pending Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQARs) until July 30, 2023. AQARs are comprehensive reports detailing an institution’s activities and accomplishments during an academic year.

Source: NAAC

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May 22, 2023

India-US Working Group on Education and Skill Development virtually launched.

• India and the United States recognize the significance of skilling and vocational education in addressing skills gaps, improving employability, and encouraging entrepreneurship.

• They have mutually agreed to encourage academic and cultural exchange, improve the quality of education, and promote innovation and knowledge-sharing.

Photo: India’s Minister for Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan, meets with the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Ms. Gina Raimondo, in New Delhi on March 9, 2023. [File Photo]

New Delhi / Washington, DC, May 22, 2023 — Today, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and the U.S. Department of State launched the India-US Working Group on Education and Skill Development through virtual means. This collaboration aims to enhance cooperation and partnership between the two nations in education and skill development. Ms. Neeta Prasad, Joint Secretary for International Cooperation, Ministry of Education, Government of India, and Mr. Donald Lu, Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, U.S. Department of State, co-chaired the Working Group.

India and the USA had announced the establishment of the India-US Working Group on Education and Skill Development during the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue held between India and the U.S. in Washington, DC, in April 2022.

The discussions during the meeting focused on the following:

• Skilling and vocational education
• Certification and recognition
• Matchmaking between U.S. and Indian higher educational institutions
• Engaging with the Private Sector

Both sides acknowledged the importance of skilling and vocational education in the industry-centered era. Recognizing the need to align skills training programs with industry requirements, they agreed to foster partnerships between educational institutions, industry stakeholders, and relevant government agencies. This collaboration addresses skills gaps, enhances employability, and promotes entrepreneurship in both countries.

The delegations emphasized the significance of certification and recognition mechanisms in ensuring the quality and portability of skills across borders. The Indian side explained the importance of mutual recognition of academic qualifications and skill certifications essential for the smooth mobility of students and professionals between the two countries.

The delegations discussed the importance of matchmaking between higher educational institutions in India and the U.S. They acknowledged the benefits of promoting student and faculty exchanges, joint research programs, and collaborative projects between universities and colleges of both countries. The delegations agreed to encourage and facilitate such partnerships to foster academic and cultural exchange, enhance educational quality, and promote innovation and knowledge-sharing.

Both sides acknowledged the importance of engagement with the private sector to align the education sector with the job market’s needs. As a result, they agreed to explore avenues to promote public-private partnerships in education and skill development initiatives.

The delegations from both sides expressed their commitment to strengthening education and skill development cooperation between India and U.S. As a result, the Joint Working Group agreed to continue regular meetings and explore concrete avenues to advance further education and skill development collaboration between India and U.S.

Source: Ministry of Education, Government of India

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May 9, 2023

Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University announces 2023 Cohort of New Scholars.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars will include 85 new scholars in its sixth cohort, representing 29 countries and 38 graduate degree programs across Stanford University.

STANFORD, Calif., May 9, 2023 — Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University announced its 2023 cohort of 85 new scholars, the largest to date. The new cohort comprises students from 29 countries who will pursue degrees in 38 graduate programs across all seven graduate schools at Stanford. In addition, for the first time, the cohort includes scholars from Hungary, Malawi, the Netherlands, Russia, Sierra Leone, and Turkey.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars is a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program. Knight-Hennessy scholars receive up to three years of financial support to pursue graduate studies at Stanford while engaging in experiences that prepare them to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address the world’s complex challenges. Scholars are selected based on their demonstration of the independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and a civic mindset; they span all seven schools at Stanford across all departments.

“In a world that continues to grow more complex, Knight-Hennessy scholars are building the knowledge, skills, and community needed to address our biggest challenges, from climate change to immigration to equity in health care and education — and so much more,” said John L. Hennessy, Stanford University president emeritus and the Shriram Family Director of Knight-Hennessy Scholars. “I believe these scholars will help build a better future for all of us.”

Knight-Hennessy Scholars develops emerging leaders who commit to the greater good and the tools needed to drive meaningful change. The King Global Leadership Program is a core part of the Knight-Hennessy Scholars experience. It offers various workshops, lectures, projects, and experiences that complement scholars’ graduate school education, helping them reach their leadership objectives.

Among the 2023 scholars, 51 percent are female, and 41 percent hold a passport from a foreign country. Sixty-three percent of U.S. scholars identify as a person of color, and 8 percent have served in the U.S. military. The scholars earned undergraduate degrees at 17 international and 38 U.S. institutions. Nineteen percent are the first in their family to graduate from college. The sixth cohort brings the total scholar count to 425, beginning with the inaugural cohort enrolled in 2018.

“I am inspired by our scholars daily,” said Tina Seelig, executive director of Knight-Hennessy Scholars. “Their diversity is our strength. During their time with us, K.H. scholars build an incredible community that expands their world and potential for impact. I’m so excited to welcome our 2023 cohort.”

Knight-Hennessy Scholars has no quotas or restrictions based on region, college or university, field of study, or career aspiration.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars received 7,119 total applications this year, an increase of 5 percent from last year’s 6,742 applications.

Announced in 2016, Knight-Hennessy Scholars gets its name from Phil Knight, philanthropist and co-founder of Nike Inc., and John Hennessy, chairman of Alphabet Inc. Knight-Hennessy Scholars is the largest fully endowed graduate fellowship in the world.

Source: Knight-Hennessy Scholars

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April 28, 2023

World Intellectual Property Day: National Academy of Inventors announces 2022 Top 100 Worldwide University U.S. Utility Patent Holders.

Photo: World Intellectual Property Day 2023 Poster released by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Geneva, Switzerland. The poster depicts this year’s IP Day theme: “Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and creativity.”

TAMPA, Fla., April 26, 2023 — In celebration of “World Intellectual Property Day,” the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) has released its annual list of the Top 100 worldwide university U.S. utility patent holders. The Academy has released the rankings based on calendar year data provided by the United States Patent and Trademark Office since 2013.

Kathi Vidal, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office commented: “As we celebrate World IP Day, I am so pleased to see this evidence of the global impact of research and innovation conducted at academic institutions around the globe. On this special day, we at the USPTO pledge to do all we can to maintain a strong intellectual property system at home and worldwide.”

“Throughout its existence, the National Academy of Inventors has sought to quantify with hard data the vital role research and patented technology developed at academic institutions play in our society,” Dr. Paul Sanberg, President of the Academy, noted. “Nothing we do more clearly illustrates that point than this annual report. We will continue to seek other ways to reinforce that message. I will announce the next steps during our Annual Meeting in Washington DC, June 25-27.”

The National Academy of Inventors is a member organization comprising U.S. and international universities, and governmental and non-profit research institutes, with over 4,000 individual inventor members and Fellows spanning more than 250 institutions worldwide. It was founded in 2010 to recognize and encourage inventors with patents issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), enhance the visibility of academic technology and innovation, encourage the disclosure of intellectual property, educate and mentor innovative students, and translate the inventions of its members to benefit society.

Source: The National Academy of Inventors

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April 22, 2023

UNESCO invites Governments to submit Nominations for the 2023 Prize for Girls' and Women's Education

Photo: Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, visits the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France. August 23, 2019. Image provided by @ copyright © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX. (File Photo)

Paris, France, April 21, 2023 — On International Women’s Day, UNESCO launched the call for nominations for the 2023 UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education. The Prize awards US$ 50,000 annually to two laureates making outstanding efforts in favor of girls and women’s education.

UNESCO said it believes in the transformative power of education to unlock the potential of women and girls, advance gender equality, and achieve just, equal, and inclusive societies.

So, UNESCO has invited the Governments of UNESCO Member States to nominate up to three individuals, institutions, or organizations who have made solid and innovative contributions in favor of girls’ and women’s education.

Interested candidates may contact their country’s National Commission for UNESCO or Permanent Delegation to UNESCO for nomination submission.

Nominations must meet the eligibility and selection criteria set by the Prize. In addition, nominated projects must be established and running for at least two years and show potential to be replicable and scalable. An independent International Jury of five experts will assess nominations based on the project’s potential for impact, innovation, and sustainability.

The submission deadline is May 19, 2023 (midnight, Paris time).

National Commissions for UNESCO and Permanent Delegations to UNESCO can submit the Nominations online in English or French on behalf of the candidates.

Based on the recommendations of the Jury, the Director-General of UNESCO will announce the 2023 laureates who will receive the award on October 11, 2023, as part of the “International Day of the Girl” celebrations.

Sources:
• UNESCO Headquarters, Paris.
• Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO (INCCU), Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

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