Mohali, Punjab, July 29 2026: Punjab’s 2nd-ranked university, Rayat Bahra University (RBU)‘s School of Mass Communication & Journalism and The Tribune Trust have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up an AI-Enabled Media School. This collaboration aims to strengthen academia-industry collaboration and provide students with practical exposure in various fields associated with Communications.
According to the MoU, the two institutions will work together to promote collaboration in Journalism, Mass Communication, Digital Media, Public Relations and allied disciplines. Through an industry-first, AI-enabled curriculum, students will benefit from newsroom exposure, experiential learning, internships, industrial training and interactions with leading media professionals.
Mr Gurvinder Singh Bahra, Chancellor, RBU said “This collaboration helps RBU students bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry expectations. It also fulfils the University’s commitment to delivering industry-oriented education and preparing future media professionals with the skills, ethics and technological expertise required in today’s dynamic communication environment,”
The agreement funds joint academic events, featuring expert talks, workshops, and faculty training focused on modern media skills like AI reporting, fact-checking, and digital storytelling.
RBU offers courses that help students prepare for jobs in Journalism, Content Writing, Digital and Social Media Specialist, Public Relations, Broadcast and Media Research Analyst, and The Tribune Trust operates the largest daily Newspaper in North India.
About Rayat Bahra University
Established in 2014, Rayat Bahra University (RBU) is a leading private university located in Kharar (Sahauran), Punjab, India, with campuses across Mohali, Shimla, and Hoshiarpur. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC, RBU is affiliated with statutory bodies including the Bar Council of India (BCI), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), Indian Nursing Council (INC), and National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Serving over 35,000 students, RBU is committed to delivering industry-aligned education, impactful research outcomes, and fostering innovation-driven entrepreneurship. For more information, visit: www.rayatbahrauniversity.edu.in
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