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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
BU achieves first-ever A-grade in NAAC assessment
Bhopal: Barkatullah University achieved its first-ever A grade in the NAAC assessment. "The achievement reflects the dedicated work of faculty members, particularly the seven criteria coordinators and the designated committee, who strived to secure the highest possible grade to advance the university's development," Vice Chancellor Prof SK Jain stated. The university not only secured an A grade in NAAC but also received Rs 100 crore under PM Usha. These funds are enhancing academic standards, infrastructure development, and research initiatives. The institution also gained recognition in global rankings during this period. This accreditation enables the university to restart its distance education programmes, which were previously suspended. It will attract increased funding and collaborations with domestic and international institutions, enhancing research quality and opportunities. The status will facilitate academic and industry partnerships, while students will gain access to fellowships and scholarships from various institutions. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !


Time of India
22-05-2025
- Time of India
Barkatullah students protest VC's prolonged ‘absence' from campus
Bhopal: Barkatullah University (BU) faces fresh controversy as organised an unusual demonstration by affixing "missing person" posters of vice-chancellor SK Jain throughout the campus. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to NSUI, vice-chancellor Jain was absent since the first week of May. Ashish Sharma, NSUI's university in-charge, said that while main examinations continued and admissions commenced statewide, BU's portal allegedly remained non-functional due to the vice-chancellor's 'unavailability'. Besides, exam paper evaluation remained pending, and administrative tasks, including payments, ceased, he alleged. NSUI announced a Rs 1,100 'reward' for locating vice-chancellor Jain. He further said the failure of the VC to resume duties within three days would result in filing a missing person's report at a police station. NSUI alleged that crucial tasks, including private college inspections and affiliations, were delayed, as the acting vice-chancellor 'lacked decision-making authority'. The demonstration brought attention to concerns regarding the university administration's functionality. VC Jain did not respond to calls or texts sent to him on the issue. Bhopal: Barkatullah University (BU) faces fresh controversy as NSUI organised an unusual demonstration by affixing "missing person" posters of vice-chancellor SK Jain throughout the campus. According to NSUI, vice-chancellor Jain was absent since the first week of May. Ashish Sharma, NSUI's university in-charge, said that while main examinations continued and admissions commenced statewide, BU's portal allegedly remained non-functional due to the vice-chancellor's 'unavailability'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Besides, exam paper evaluation remained pending, and administrative tasks, including payments, ceased, he alleged. NSUI announced a Rs 1,100 'reward' for locating vice-chancellor Jain. He further said the failure of the VC to resume duties within three days would result in filing a missing person's report at a police station. NSUI alleged that crucial tasks, including private college inspections and affiliations, were delayed, as the acting vice-chancellor 'lacked decision-making authority'. The demonstration brought attention to concerns regarding the university administration's functionality. VC Jain did not respond to calls or texts sent to him on the issue.