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Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) Nashik plans to add 865 new colleges by 2032, including 51 medical colleges mostly in small towns. The focus is on allied health sciences expansion, with controlled growth in nursing, ayurveda, and physiotherapy colleges.
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Ahmedabad University launches MSc Health Data Science programme starting July 2027. The two-year course trains students in AI, data analysis, and ethics for healthcare, public health, and biomedical research careers.
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AWL Agri Business reported a 2.3% decline in net profit for the September quarter, with EBITDA dropping 10% and margins contracting. Shares fell nearly 9.5% to a 52-week low amid rising expenses and tax impacts.
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Jadavpur University has set a 12,000 rank cut-off in the state JEE for general-category candidates to fill 182 vacant BTech seats through its own counselling, addressing delays and student losses due to postponed admissions.
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The Kerala Commissioner for Entrance Examinations has released the provisional merit list for NEET PG 2026, listing 5,665 candidates with their ranks and qualifying status. Candidates can check details on the official PDF.
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Piramal Pharma reported a net profit of ₹6 crore in Q2 FY27, reversing a loss from last year. The company's revenue grew 28%, driven by strong performance across all businesses. It completed 12 regulatory inspections and 110 audits in H1FY27 and upgraded its FY27 revenue growth outlook to 19-20%.
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Jio Platforms' IPO raised ₹30,213 crore, becoming the second most valuable Indian company with a market valuation of ₹12.5 lakh crore. The IPO saw bids 22.19 times the shares on offer, reshuffling India's top five market cap rankings.
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United Breweries reported a standalone net profit of ₹136 crore in Q2, nearly tripling from ₹47 crore last year. Revenue rose 24% to ₹4,621 crore, with strong volume growth and improved margins driving the stock up 15%.
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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced plans to increase MBBS internship stipends and expand Hamirpur Medical College with new facilities and advanced technology, including AI integration.
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Indian Railways has issued a new directive to switch off mobile charging points in train coaches between 11 pm and 5 am to prevent accidents. This follows a recent power bank explosion on an overnight journey, prompting staff training and surprise inspections to ensure compliance with safety rules.
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The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has extended the implementation date for new Point of Presence (PoP) fee rules under the National Pension System (NPS) to December 1, 2026. Subscribers should review the revised fee structure, which includes onboarding and annual charges.
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Jio Platforms made a strong stock market debut with a 21.36% premium on its IPO price, becoming a major player in India's telecom and digital services. Nomura expects steady growth and improved cash flow through FY26–FY29, driven by market leadership and expanding digital services.
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On October 28, 2026, over 140 companies including Hindustan Unilever, Vedanta, Hyundai Motor, Adani Enterprises, and TVS Motors announced their Q2 FY27 earnings, showing varied financial performances for the July-September quarter.
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Hindustan Unilever reported a 4% increase in net profit to ₹2,790 crore in Q2 of FY 2026-27, supported by 14.7% revenue growth. The FMCG company's margins remain under pressure. An interim dividend of ₹19 per share was declared.
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The Students' Federation of India (SFI) has accused Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) of not following reservation norms in its 2026-27 PhD admissions. The National Commissions for Scheduled Castes and Tribes have sought reports from the university amid demands for seat allocation transparency and revision.
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Paras Healthcare's ₹1,450 crore IPO debuted at a 3.9% premium on NSE and BSE, offering investors gains of ₹567 per lot. The IPO included a ₹500 crore fresh issue and ₹950 crore offer-for-sale by promoters.
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The CISCE will soon release the ICSE and ISC date sheet 2027 for Class 10 and 12 board exams. Students can download the subject-wise timetable in PDF format from the official website and prepare using specimen question papers.
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Jio Platforms' IPO, a fresh issue of 27 crore shares worth ₹30,213 crore, listed at a 21.36% premium on NSE and BSE. The IPO was subscribed 22.19 times, raising ₹27,500 crore for debt clearance and corporate purposes.
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