The Bucharest University of Economic Studies conferred an Honorary Doctorate on President Droupadi Murmu.
She accepted the honour as a reflection of the enduring friendship between the peoples of India and Romania. She urged the Bucharest University of Economic Studies and other Romanian educational institutions to deepen cooperation through joint research and faculty and student exchanges.
CDOE, JMI invites application for one year Urdu language course
New Delhi, July 22: 2026: The Centre for Distance & Online Education (CDOE), Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) invites application for one year Urdu language course through Hindi or English Medium. Admissions are open throughout the year.
Admission Forms and detailed prospectus can be obtained from the office of the Hony. Director, Urdu Correspondence Course, Centre for Distance & Online Education, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi-110025 by sending a self-addressed envelop duly stamped with Rs.10/- postage stamp.
Admission form can also be downloaded from JMI website:
https://t.co/BVcnrGLIYb
Following is the fee of the course:
Enrolment Fee (within India) ... Rs.500/-
Foreigners (SAARC Countries) ...US $ 20
Other Countries ... US $ 50
No Tuition Fee is charged.
JMI celebrates 12th International Day of Yoga 2026 with enthusiasm; VC Prof. Asif emphasizes the benefits of yoga for physical health, mental well-being, and active ageing
New Delhi, June 21, 2026
Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 this morning with enthusiastic participation in a grand event organized by the Games & Sports Department, JMI, in collaboration with the Office of the Dean, Students’ Welfare, JMI, at its sprawling Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi Sports Complex, in which more than 600 faculty members, teaching and non-teaching staff, NSS and NCC volunteers, officers, students, and people from neighbouring communities gathered to mark the occasion. The participants joined the nationwide celebration by listening to the live address of the Honorable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi ji, broadcast on a giant screen at the venue. Energized by the Prime Minister's inspiring message to the nation, Prof. Mazhar Asif, Vice-Chancellor, JMI, led the university in practicing yoga on the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”.
VC JMI, Prof. Asif, was joined by Mrs. Vice-Chancellor, Mrs. Syeda Parveen; Prof. Mohd. Mahfuzul Haque, Chairman, Games & Sports Committee, JMI; Prof. Nafis Ahmad, Director, Games & Sports, JMI; Prof. Mohammad Abid, Dy. Director, Games & Sports, JMI; Prof. Mohd. Asad Malik, Chief Proctor, JMI; Dr. Rihan Khan Suri, Director, CIE, JMI; Deans of faculties; Heads of the Departments; staff members; and people from surrounding communities of JMI.
The participants practiced yoga as per the protocol laid out by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, under the guidance of yoga teacher/guru, Prof. (Dr.) Badrul Islam Kairanvi, Director, Institute of Dr. BIK Yoga & Clinic of AYUSH Paramedics, New Delhi & Former Training Commissioner, KVS BSG-Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India, New Delhi.
Dr. Kairanvi skillfully demonstrated a variety of mudras and asanas that were in line with the IDY 2026 theme, 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing,' to the participants. He also underscored the significance of yoga in the healing process of lifestyle diseases, as well as in maintaining flexibility, healthy joint movements, and disease-free internal organs. He discussed yoga's relationship to the mind, body, and soul as well as how it can help with chronic pain, injuries, and inflammation. The message of the Hon. Prime Minister of India was also echoed by the yoga instructor while he gave tips on the therapeutic benefits of various asanas being demonstrated and practiced under his supervision.
Extending his greetings on the occasion, Prof. Mazhar Asif emphasized the holistic philosophy of yoga and its relevance to contemporary life. He stated, "Three things, namely, Ahaar, Vihar, and Vyavhar, that is, a balanced diet, adequate sleep, and good behaviour are essential for good health and constitute the very essence of yoga. Yoga teaches us not only how to nourish the mind and body but, more importantly, how to regulate our emotions, especially anger and other negative feelings."
In a significant announcement, Prof. Asif informed the gathering that JMI will engage Dr. Badrul Islam Kairanvi so as to facilitate regular yoga sessions for the university community. "In keeping with the Honorable Prime Minister's call of 'Yoga 365' aiming for yoga to be practiced throughout the year rather than a one-day annual observance, the university will provide facilities for faculty members, staff, and students to undertake daily yoga practice under Dr. Kairanvi. I urge the entire JMI community to fully integrate yoga into their daily lives," he said. Prof. Asif added that yoga is not just about physical exercise. It is a unique and excellent way to attain peace, stay calm, and reduce daily stress.
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Pleased to meet President Trump in Evian. We reviewed the sustained progress in our bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, defence, technology and people-to-people ties.
Conveyed India’s appreciation on the progress in the efforts for restoring peace and stability in West Asia. Keeping the Strait of Hormuz open is vital for the global economy. Reiterated the importance of ensuring the safety and security of civilians, including seafarers.
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JMI achieves its highest-ever ranking in QS World University Rankings 2027; climbs 75 places to reach 686th global position; Ranked among top 20 in India
New Delhi, June 18, 2026
Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) climbed significantly in the QS World University Rankings 2027, leaping over 75 places to reach the 686th global position. This places the institution among the top 20 in India in the prestigious rankings released last evening. JMI Vice Chancellor Prof. Mazhar Asif and Registrar of JMI Prof. Md. Mahtab Alam Rizvi extended their heartfelt congratulations and sincere gratitude to the entire JMI fraternity at this impressive performance.
JMI’s trajectory in the QS World University Rankings highlights its steady upward trend: from its 2024 Global Rank: #951-1000, 2025 Global Rank: #851-900, and 2026 Global Rank: #761-770 to its current global rank of 686.
The improved QS ranking highlights JMI’s rising international reputation and the collective efforts of its academic community. Key gains include a higher global rank (=686), increased overall score (25.9), stronger research impact through higher citations, improved academic reputation, growth in international student enrollment, enhanced graduate employability, and substantial expansion in research output across disciplines.
VC JMI, Prof. Asif, expressing his happiness and pride over this significant milestone, said, "JMI's standing among global top institutions is a testament to its excellent, top-notch, and comprehensive performance across key indicators that the QS World University Rankings calibrate." Prof. Asif added, “I extend my heartiest commendations to all the faculty members, researchers, scientists, and students of JMI whose outstanding scholarly contributions and high-quality research have ensured that JMI has achieved its highest rank so far in the coveted QS Rankings to be placed among the top 20 institutions of the country. We will continue to work harder and strive to improve our performance in the upcoming years.”
Registrar, JMI, Prof. Rizvi, attributing the stellar international ranking of JMI to the hard work of its teaching faculty and non-teaching staff, said, “The University’s rise from the 761-770 band to the 686th spot globally demonstrates its increasingly cutting-edge research, positive national and international perception and performance, in addition to high academic standing and growing academic influence. It is a matter of tremendous satisfaction that JMI has been placed at the 20th rank nationally. I take this opportunity to convey my deep gratitude to the Government of India, especially the Honorable Minister of Education, for their unwavering support of JMI."
Prof. Asif and Prof. Rizvi appreciated the work of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) Director, Prof. Rafat Parveen, and her dedicated team for ensuring JMI’s consistently high performance throughout the year across all major national and international rankings. This year's jump in the QS World University Rankings 2027 has been largely driven by improvements in the university's research impact and its growing international reputation across academia and employment metrics.
The Director IQAC said that this achievement reflects the University’s continued commitment to academic excellence, research, innovation, employability, and global engagement.
The QS World University Rankings, the most comprehensive ranking of its kind of leading institutions from across the world, incorporates data points from millions of academic papers as well as the views of hundreds of thousands of academics and employers.
On World Environment Day, I was honoured to inaugurate ‘Maa Vatika’ at Jamia Millia Islamia along with Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mazhar Asif Ji by planting 101 mango saplings dedicated to our mothers. Inspired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s visionary campaign “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”, this initiative is a tribute to the nurturing spirit of motherhood and a reaffirmation of our collective responsibility towards nature.
At JMI, we believe environmental stewardship must go beyond symbolism. Alongside expanding our green cover, the University is also moving towards developing a rainwater harvesting pond to strengthen sustainable water management on campus. Every tree we plant today is an investment in a cleaner, greener and more resilient India for generations to come.
Let us not merely plant trees; let us nurture them, protect them, and build a culture of environmental responsibility.
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जन्मदिन के अवसर पर आप सभी के द्वारा व्यक्त किए गए स्नेह, शुभकामनाओं और आत्मीय शुभेच्छाओं के लिए हृदय से आभार।
आप सभी का यह अपनत्व, विश्वास और स्नेह मेरी अमूल्य निधि तथा ऊर्जा का अक्षय स्रोत है।
आपकी मंगलकामनाएं मुझे 25 करोड़ प्रदेश वासियों की सेवा, सुरक्षा और कल्याण के लिए अधिक समर्पण, संकल्प तथा ऊर्जा के साथ निरंतर कार्य करने की प्रेरणा प्रदान करती हैं।
Eid ul-Adha greetings! May this occasion deepen the spirit of brotherhood and happiness in our society. Praying for everyone’s success and good health.