Asia

The BJP’s ideological pressure is causing religion and politics to intrude into academia, risking a disastrous brain drain, says Eldho Mathews

High-ranking party official suggests campuses outside the elite will have to downsize as university-age population contracts

End of prime minister’s two-decade term brings reflection on sector’s rapid development but also its enduring challenges

Debate on how far governments should regulate universities without impinging on academic freedom and autonomy

Sector leaders call for rethink of teaching methods to prepare students for changing world of work

Updated methodology reveals previously underappreciated research strength in some Asian countries, reports Rosa Ellis

Our revised rankings methodology shows Asian research is stronger than appreciated, as participation and competition rises across a dynamic region writes Ellie Bothwell

Continent’s elite shuffle positions, while more universities from West and South Asia feature

Students looking closer to home for international education, but immigration rules and price points remain barrier

Turkish university’s ‘clarity of vision’ in transformation into innovation hub secures top prize

Malaysian Cabinet member says universities should prioritise local needs over global reputation

Economy is failing to create enough professional jobs for fresh graduates, leaving young voters feeling frustrated