Nalanda University

PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University; Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody extended until July 3; AAP minister Atishi writes to PM Modi, threatening an 'indefinite strike' starting June 21 if the Delhi water issue remains unresolved; and Rahul Gandhi celebrates his 54th birthday, with Congress workers celebrating nationwide. The news wrap highlights each significant event succinctly. Watch here

Nalanda University's New Campus Inaugurated by PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar, on June 19th. The new campus features two academic blocks housing 40 classrooms, accommodating approximately 1900 students. Additionally, it includes two auditoriums, each with a seating capacity of 300.

PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir

Governor Rajendra V Arlekar, chief minister Nitish Kumar and external affairs minister S Jaishankar were also present on the occasion.

LIVE: PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Nalanda University campus in Bihar's Rajgir

PM Modi Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Nalanda University Campus in Rajgir, Bihar

PM Modi To Inaugurate New Nalanda University Campus In Rajgir, Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar, on June 19. The event will be attended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and ambassadors from 17 nations. Located near the ancient Nalanda ruins, the university was established through the Nalanda University Act, 2010, implementing a decision from the 2007 East Asia Summit. The ancient university flourished for 800 years before its destruction in the 12th century. The new university began operating in 2014 with 14 students and started construction in 2017. It includes participation from 17 countries and offers 137 international scholarships. The university has six schools, including the School of Buddhist Studies and the School of Sustainable Development and Management.

News Highlights: NTA announces cancellation of UGC-NET

News Highlights: The National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 19 announced the cancellation of UGC-NET 2024 following prima facie indications that integrity of the exam was compromised.

Nalanda Reawakens: Breathing new life into the world's first residential university

The revival of Nalanda University gained momentum in 2006 when Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the then President of India, proposed its re-establishment during a session of the Bihar State Legislative Assembly.

No contribution in 3 yrs from participating countries for Nalanda University construction: MEA

"The last installment of contribution by India was released in July 2019," said a recently presented report of the parliamentary committee on the ministry's Demands for Grants.

India, Thailand sign multiple agreements, including DTAT

The tax treaty provides for the framework to avoid double taxation and prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes so as to promote bilateral economic cooperation.

Govt may not extend Amartya Sen‘s tenure as NU chancellor

In a letter to the NU board, which is dominated by many international names, Sen said “it is hard for me not to conclude that the government wants me the cease being the chancellor of NU after this July, and technically it has the power to do so.”

India, Lanka ink nuclear pact, agree to expand defence ties

This was announced after the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena during which both the leaders expressed commitment to find a solution to the emotive fishermen issue by adopting a constructive and humanitarian approach.