News from the world of Education: October 14, 2026
Azim Premji University is hosting a retrospective on Kannada poet Siddalingaiah, while various institutions announce new academic programs and student competitions. Notable updates include a dual-degree partnership between the University of Melbourne and IISER Tirupati and an extension for NMAT exam registration.
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These updates provide essential information for students and educators regarding professional development, academic opportunities, and cultural events in India.
As part of its Samskruti Sambhrama series, Azim Premji University, in collaboration with the Dr. Siddalingaiah Smaraka Pratishtana, Bengaluru, will host Retrospective: Hole Maadigara Haadu – 50 and Dr. Siddalingaiah’s Legacy on October 17, at Wadia Hall, Basavanagudi. The programme will feature a photographic exhibition on the life and works of Kannada poet writer and activist Siddalingaiah, who championed social equality. His wife, Rama Siddalingaiah, will inaugurate the exhibition, which will be open to the public until October 23.
Central Depository Services (India) Limited invites applications for its Reimagine Ideathon 2.0, inviting students to develop solutions that can strengthen financial awareness and cyber safety .
Eligibility: Students who have completed their Class 12, are 18 years old as on the date of registration, and are currently enrolled in accredited academic institutions in India.
Details at https://ideathon.cdslindia.com/
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