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May 19, 2025

IIT Bombay to Launch First Dual-Degree Programme with Japan's Tohoku University

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) is set to mark its international debut by establishing a dual degree PhD programme in Japan. It will set up a Centre with Tohoku University in the next year (2026). Presently, PhD programme will be offered. In due course, joint Masters' programmes will be offered.
Tohoku University is a renowned and government-supported Japanese institution. This joint effort will commence with a research-focused PhD programme, with MTech courses to be introduced soon after.

May 18, 2025

IIT-Madras Launches Certification Programme in Applied AI and Machine Learning

IIT Madras, in collaboration with the ed-tech platform Emeritus and IBM, introduced the Advanced Certification Programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, designed to bridge the growing skill gap between AI innovation and industry-ready talent.
The initiative comes under the purview of IITM Pravartak, the technology innovation hub of the institute, which is supported by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.

May 17, 2025

French, German Language Courses Announced in Bihar Colleges under NEP 2020

In a major step towards improving global learning opportunities, the Bihar government started foreign language courses in French and German across 15 government colleges in the state. This is part of a larger plan to eventually introduce these courses in all government-run higher education institutions in Bihar.
The initiative, announced by the state education department, aims to provide students with new language skills that can help them in areas like international education, business, tourism, and diplomacy.
These foreign language classes will initially be offered as part of the Skill Development programme under the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

May 16, 2025

NLU Delhi Appoints Former CJI D. Y. Chandrachud as Distinguished Professor

National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) announced the appointment of former Chief Justice of India, D. Y. Chandrachud, as a Distinguished Professor.
As part of this collaboration, NLU Delhi will establish a Centre for Constitutional Studies, with Justice Chandrachud at the helm of its research direction.
The collaboration with NLU Delhi is expected to increase NLU Delhi's teaching and research initiatives and particularly contribute to constitutional law.
In addition, NLU Delhi will launch a lecture series titled, 'In the Spirit of Justice: The DYC Distinguished Lecture Series' which is set to begin July 2025 onwards.

After JNU, Kanpur University Breaks Ties with Istanbul University

After growing protests in India over Turkey's recent geopolitical actions, Kanpur University officially withdrawn its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Istanbul University. Kanpur University became the second institution to take such a step, following Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), which did earlier.

May 15, 2025

IIT Roorkee Launches Strategic Product Management Programme

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) launched a Strategic Product Management (SPM) programme to empower aspiring professionals and freshers to become future-ready product leaders. The five-month program aims to empower learners with end-to-end product thinking, from ideation to go-to-market execution, through live online classes and a three-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee.
Candidates with a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks are eligible to apply for the course.

JNU Suspends MoU with Turkish University Citing National Security Concerns

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) suspended its academic cooperation with Inonu University in Malatya, Turkey over national security concerns. The action followed a re-examination of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions. The step was taken after reports emerged linking Turkey to the India-Pakistan conflict, with defence sources stating that drones and security personnel were sent to Pakistan by Turkey.
The Memorandum of Understanding, signed on February 3, 2025, was set to remain in effect for three years.

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