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The University of Gautam Buddha (GBU), Greater Noida has discontinued its two-year weekend LLM course after the order issued by the Bar Council of India (BCI). In the current academic session, there were 40 students enrolled in the program. After the orders by BCI stating that the weekend course is impractical, however, the university administration has returned the fees of all the students that are enrolled in the course to alleviate their inconvenience.

According to the statement made by the Dean of GBU School of Law, Dr. K.K. Dwivedi, BCI has decided to cancel the course on May 25, 2025. By this time, the 40 seats had been occupied and therefore GBU consulted and voted to give back the entire fees to the affected students.

The BCI in its communication states that the purpose of the closure of the weekend LLM course is in relation to the quality and integrity of legal consumption and preserving the integrity of the legal profession in India.

In the past, GBU had launched the two-year LLM program of 30 seats that was raised to 40 seats in this session. The university has completely abolished the program of weekend LLM courses with the directive of the BCI.

Those students who joined the last academic year will be given an opportunity to pursue their course based on the current curriculum.

This ruling affects the aspirants who had anticipated to undertake their LLM program on weekends, which means that the BCI is highly concerned with the regulation and improvement of the quality of legal education in India.

Chandigarh University (CU), one of the best and internationally ranked universities in India based in Mohali, Punjab has formally announced their admissions in academic year 2026-2027. CU is one of the leading academic institutions that students can consider as their destination when they envision their future careers to be built internationally due to its exclusive academic culture, advanced research, cross-border partnerships, and superior placement statistics.

International Ranking and Accreditation

CU has been ranked as one of the top 2 percent universities in the world, 575 th in the QS world university ranking 2026 and as the number 1 Indian private university in the qs Asia ranking 2025, with position 120. CU also has NAAC A+, NBA accreditation of Engineering and MBA, and ABET certification of their Engineering courses, confirming their adherence to international standards of education. The university is ranked as the 19th in the country (NIRF 2025) and the best in the field of Hospitality and Leisure Management in India (Outlook I-Care 2024).

Research, Innovation & Collaborations

Boasting over 5100 patents and 20,000 research publications, CU's Research and Development Centre supports 200+ research groups and 15+ Centres of Excellence. Notable collaborations with AWS, IBM, Tech Mahindra, IIT Guwahati, and Palo Alto Networks elevate CU as a leader in innovation. The Kalpana Chawla Centre for Space Science connects CU’s research to 28 countries via satellite ground stations.

Global Collaborations & International Exposure

CU partners with 515+ universities across 100+ countries providing dual degrees, semester exchange programs, and global internships. Recent paid internships at Walt Disney and other global firms showcase the university’s international footprint, enhancing students’ employability worldwide.

Various Academic Programs and Innovations

CU has more than 150 multidisciplinary programs in 20+ institutes which include Engineering, Management, Law, Hotel Management, Design, Computing, Biotechnology, Architecture to Liberal Arts. As part of 2026-2027, it has launched new-age programs like Robotics and Automation, Cyber Security, AI in Healthcare, FinTech, Digital Media, Bioinformatics, and Sustainable Architecture all with industry partnering, international qualifications and experience-based learning to prepare students with future employment.

Scholarship Programs

In 2026-2027, CU will offer 200 Crore in scholarships via CUCET 2026 which will cover up to 100 percent tuition waiver based on merit, scores at entrance examinations, as well as extracurricular accomplishments. MBA, Architecture, Law, and Engineering are also given special scholarships and 1.5 Crore is set aside as merit scholarships to students in Ladakh.

Modern Infrastructure and Campus Life

The green smart campus, with its 150-acre area, provides smart classrooms and AI-powered labs, modern hostels, fitness centers, 24 hours security, healthcare, banking services, and active cultural life, is available to CU.

Placements and Industry Ecosystem

CU’s placement cell facilitated over 9000 placements last year, with 1100+ multinational companies recruiting, including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, IBM, and Accenture. The highest international package reached ₹1.7 Crore, and the highest domestic package ₹54.75 LPA. The Corporate Advisory Board comprising nearly 1000 industry leaders collaborates to provide training, workshops, internships, and career guidance.

An International Heritage of National Pride and World Image

CU has received several awards such as a Guinness world record for the largest human image of the national flag and it is the first private Indian university to receive Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy. Students have performed excellently in international sporting activities and have won highly sought-after national honors, which indicate the holistic development that CU is concerned about.

Admissions Open: Apply Now!

Applications for all programs via CUCET 2026 are open in two phases: October 2025 to May 2026, and June 2026 till admission closure. Prospective students are encouraged to apply online through the official portal cucet.cuchd.in.

Mumbai, École Intuit Lab, one of the leading institutions of design and creative strategy education, is organizing an exclusive campus placement drive for its design students. The recruitment day welcomes the most successful industry icons and the best recruiters to be part of the process of choosing bright and talented graduates who will be joining the Indian and the global creative pool.

The placement drive will be held on December 19, 2025, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at DGP House, 4 th floor, 88C, Old Prabhadevi road, Prabhadevi, Mumbai. The institute is also welcoming the design professionals and firms to participate in this important  event because it appreciates that their participation will bring enormous value in the process of finding the right talent.

This placement program reflects École Intuit Lab’s unwavering ambition of École Intuit Lab to create strong industry relations and allow students real time chances to start successful design careers. The institute brings together students and leading design firms and agencies, which guarantees graduates of the institute invaluable exposure, internship, and job placement.

The École Intuit Lab Mumbai provides an assortment of programs including Visual Communication, Game Art and Design, Digital Product Design and Animation which are targeted at providing the learners with creative skills to suit the constantly changing need of the markets. The strong program of the institute with its effective placement cell has always led to the excellent job opportunities with well-recognized organizations.

Those students who are interested in this recruitment drive must prepare their portfolio and be open to interviews so that they demonstrate their enthusiasm in design and their skills.

To the recruiters, it is a special chance to tap into the pool of creative talent available in a diverse and highly skilled area of design aspirants that are trained according to the internationally designed curriculum of the École Intuit Lab.

With this campus placement drive, École Intuit Lab is more than pleased to collaborate fruitfully with companies and experts, and welcomes them to enroll their names so as to influence the creation of the next generation of design innovators.

Students of this university can get more details and registration information by contacting École Intuit Lab Mumbai at their Prabhadevi campus.

This initiative highlights the role of École Intuit Lab as a prime center of developing design talents that can match the international standards, with a combination of creativity, technology, and strategic thinking to achieve a competitive advantage in the design sector.

An extremely disturbing case in Maharshi Dayanand university (MDU) has thrown the society into a state of shock and cast grave doubts on the dignity of jobs and gender sensitivity at the workplace. On October 26, 2025, several female sanitation workers who work at MDU claimed that their male supervisors compelled them to give them photographic evidence of their menstruation in order to excuse absences and late reporting.

The sanitation workers claimed that they were summoned on their weekly day off to clean the campus in advance before the visit of Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh. A number of the women complained about having menstrual problems and asked to take leave, yet the supervisors did not believe them. The supervisors were named Vinod Kumar Hooda and Vitender Kumar who required proof of menstrual cycle (blood stained pads) and in certain instances were reported to have ordered workers to strip off their clothes or to get other female workers examine and photograph the pads for confirmation.

One of the complainants alleged, “We told them we were unwell and couldn’t work fast. Then both of them asked us to click photos of our sanitary pads to prove that we were on our periods.” 

Women in their complaint stated clearly, "They said you click photos of your private parts as proof so that the menstrual cycle can be confirmed, When two of us refused to follow the instructions, we were abused and threatened with dismissal." They also said, "Under pressure, two women went to the washroom and provided the photos. When we asked them why they were acting this way, they said they were following the orders of Assistant Registrar Shyam Sundar." 

The incident sparked protests by the affected workers, students, and campus staff. The movement was growing on social media where hashtags calling for women worker dignity were trending across the country. The degrading request was denounced by activists and other people in the limelight of society as an extreme infringement of the privacy and dignity of women.

The authorities at the university responded promptly, by suspending both the supervisors, and launching an internal investigation under the head of the Chemistry Department, Dr. Sapna Garg. Registrar Krishan Kant confirmed that the complaint has been received and that an inquiry has been initiated. “Action will be taken against those found guilty,” he said.

The Haryana Police had prepared an FIR against the accused supervisors and assistant registrar Shyam Sundar against section of sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, and assault with intent to outrage the modesty of a woman. Shyam Sundar has also rejected the request for photographic evidence.

The Haryana State Commission for Women took suo motu cognizance, with Chairperson Renu Bhatia calling the incident “deeply disturbing.” The commission demanded detailed investigation reports and assured support and protection to the victims.

Although the accusations and suspended employees are grave, there is still no arrest yet, which elicits more shouts of local Dalit groups and human rights organizations to seek justice and systemic changes.

As soon as the incident was posted on social media, the post went viral. Netizens are deeply criticising the incident and are questioning the mindset of educators and people working in the universities. Comments are flooding the posts related to this incident with some highlighting the fact saying “many don’t use pads,” “it’s shameful,” and demanding immediate suspension.  

It is the social dynamics surrounding the issue of menstrual stigma in Rohtak that have now been revealed, and the campus community has largely remained silent on the issue challenging the long standing taboos regarding menstruation.

The case shows the necessity of sensitivity training, robust protections for vulnerable workers, and a social transformation in terms of female health and dignity at the workplace.

Outlook-ICARE Rankings 2026 have ranked Vivekananda Global University (VGU) among the top 4 in the state of Rajasthan under the category of the top private business schools. This recognition indicates that VGU takes excellence, innovation and quality education in management and business studies seriously.

The Outlook-ICARE B-School Rankings are among the most respected and rigorous evaluations of MBA and management institutes in India. The rankings evaluate colleges using various parameters including the quality of faculty, research, student performance, facilities and involvement with industries. The performance of VGU is an indication that the institution is committed to developing future leaders by providing a well-rounded education and hands-on learning.

VGU on its official social media pages has posted the ranking with a caption that says, “Excellence, innovation, and success — that’s what defines us!” It highlights how the university is geared towards providing industry-relevant curriculum, quality faculty, and good placement levels. The students in VCU enjoy new learning opportunities, diversity, and a rich campus lifestyle that equip them with the demands of the new business environment.

As per the VGU official site, the last ranking in BBA category was 9th, and this year the university is in the top 4th  position in top B-schools in Rajasthan. This ranking not only enhances the reputation of VGU, but it also strengthens the stance of VGU as one of the most preferred management education institutions in Rajasthan in the circle of higher learning institutions. As the infrastructure, faculty development, and liaisons with industries are steadily improving, VGU will only rise in the rankings in the future.

VGU can be viewed as a reliable option by the prospective students who are willing to pursue quality MBA education in Rajasthan.

APG Shimla University has been recognized as an “Outstanding University in Learning Initiative and Skill Development.” This is a deserving appreciation for its commitment to career-oriented education and hands-on learning. Established in 2012, the UGC-approved APG Shimla University has quickly risen to prominence as one of North India’s most innovative private universities.

A Campus that Inspires Learning

Spread across a scenic 44-acre hilltop surrounded by the serene Himalayan landscape, APG Shimla University offers an environment designed to inspire creativity and academic growth. The pollution-free campus in Shimla, popularly known as the “Queen of Hills,” houses advanced laboratories for pharmacy, chemistry, and computing, a modern digital library, fully equipped gymnasiums, and comfortable hostels for both Indian and international students.

The university has a special Career Development Cell (CDC) that has worked hard in closing the gap between academics and employment. During the last couple of placement drives, students have been getting average packages ranging between 3-5 LPA with well known employers such as Google, Amazon, SBI, Yes Bank and Marriott Hotels taking part in the campus placements.

Credibility-enhancing accreditations.

In addition to its awards, APG Shimla University is fully recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It also supports its professional courses through significant statutory institutions, such as the Bar council of India (BCI) in law courses and the Pharmacy council of India (PCI) in pharmacy programmes. These accreditations make sure that all degrees obtained in APG SU have both academic and professional credits worldwide.

Why Students Prefer APG Shimla University?

• Awarded for Outstanding Skill Development Initiatives
• Safe, pollution-free residential campus in the Himalayas
• State-of-the-art laboratories and digital learning infrastructure
• Global student community from 28+ countries
• 360° placement support and top recruiters
• UGC, BCI, and PCI approvals ensuring degree authenticity

Admission Open: Where Learning Meets Enlightenment.

APG Shimla University is diligently transforming the face of higher education via innovation, diversity, and skill development. The university welcomes future students to the academic opportunities of scholarships, programmes, and admissions information on the official Web site using the slogan, Where education is an elevation of the mind and spirit.

For students and parents seeking trusted, industry-ready higher education, APG Shimla University remains one of India’s top-ranked private options in 2025-26.