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State Education Minister Praful Pansheriya launches Shikha Reform
In a significant stride towards modernising education, Gujarat's Minister of State for Education, Praful Pansheriya, unveiled the online learning platform, Shiksha Reform, in Surat on Monday. Deepak Rajguru, a well-known educationist, as well as trustees and principals from notable institutions, attended the launch ceremony at The Amore Hotel. Kimmo Nikkanen from Finland's Kajaani University of Applied Sciences was also in attendance, as was educationist Antti Isovita. Speaking during the event, Minister Praful Pansheriya emphasised the need to incorporate technology into education.
Banaras Hindu University to begin 4-year UG programme from 2024-25
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has announced the start of a four-year undergraduate programme in 2024-25. The programme will be offered in two formats: UG Honours and UG Honours with Research.
CAG and IIT Delhi Signs MoU on Artificial Intelligence
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) The CAG institution and IIT Delhi inked a memorandum of understanding on Wednesday to collaborate in four critical areas: AI audit, AI system audit, capacity building, and information sharing.
IIT Madras Develops Innovative Electric Standing Wheelchairs
Kamakoti stated that the study is an important scientific effort led by IIT-Madras academics that will have a significant social impact. At the push of a button, 'NeoStand' allows wheelchair users to switch from sitting to standing, opening up a world of possibilities, such as engaging in eye-level talks, reaching for a book, or simply enjoying a cup of coffee standing by a counter. NeoStand, developed by the Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT Madras), is a configurable electric standing wheelchair designed specifically for wheelchair users.
Indian teachers to boost Bhutan's STEM Education
India and Bhutan have decided to strengthen their educational collaboration. The collaboration intends to promote STEM teaching in Bhutan through the contributions of Indian instructors.
US Universities Can Validate TOEFL Scores by Indian Study Abroad Partners
Universities in the United States (US) can now verify exam of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam results through their Indian study-abroad partners. This notification was issued by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), which is situated in Princeton and administers assessments such as the TOEFL and Graduate Record Examinations.
SBI Foundation invites applications for Youth for India Fellowship programme
SBI Foundation, the State Bank Group's CSR arm, is accepting applications for the 12th batch of the SBI Youth for India Fellowship programme. Interested candidates can apply for the programme at the official website, youthforindia.org/register.
UGC Issues Guidelines to State Private Universities for off-campus centres.
Off-campus centers within state-private universities can now be established by the University Grant Commission (UGC).
Admission News
Alert! IGNOU Admission 2024 Deadline Extended
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the deadline for new admission to the July 2024 academic year. Students planning to apply for the July 2024 session of online distance learning (ODL) and online programs will now have another registration deadline. The revised deadline is 15th October 2024. Previously, the registration deadline for the ODL and online programmes was 30th September 2024.
KEAM 3rd Round Counselling Final Allotment
The Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) 2024 Round 3 seat allotment results were announced by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala on 6th of September 2024. Candidates who have registered for the counselling process can access the results by logging into the official website i.e, https://cee.kerala.gov.in/ with their application number and password.
DU NCWEB 3rd Round Admission Cutoff Released
The University of Delhi's Non-Collegiate Women's Education Board (DU NCWEB) has announced the third cutoff list for B.A and B.Com courses. Students who have submitted an application for admission to DU NCWEB in 2024 may access the third cut-off list by visiting the official website, ncweb.du.ac.in. Furthermore, the admission process has commenced. Additionally, students may consult the University of Delhi's official website, du.ac.in, to verify the cut-off list.
TS ICET 2024 Counselling Begins!
The Telangana State Council for Higher Education (TSCHE) commenced round 1 of the registration procedure for TS ICET counselling 2024 on 1st September 2024. The registration will be done at the official website tgicet.nic.in. Candidates can register till 8th September 2024.
Campus News
BITS Pilani Shines Bright with Top NAAC Accreditation
According to the most recent NAAC certification circular, BITS Pilani received an A++ grade of 3.68 out of 4. This will position it in the country's top 4% NAAC-accredited universities.
IIM Kozhikode Launches AI Programme for Senior Professionals
On 12 December 2024, IIM Kozhikode, in a prestigious collaboration with ed-tech company Emeritus and an extra course from Kellogg Executive Education, announced the commencement of its AI for Senior Executives programme in India. This 30-week programme, a unique opportunity for our esteemed audience, starts on 14 March 2025, and the fee is Rs 4.00 lakhs+ GST. Candidates can apply by 19 December 2024.
IIT Placement 2024-25: IIT Madras & Kharagpur Exceptional Day 1 Results
Early reports from IIT Madras and IIT Kharagpur indicate promising trends as the placement season commenced on 1st December at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). These premier institutions exhibit exceptional performance in the ongoing placement drive despite previous apprehensions regarding students receiving inadequate compensation or needing help obtaining placements.
Galgotias University Honoured for Excellence at Global Library Science Forum
Galgotias University hosted the 12th International Conference on Library and Information Science on 2nd December 2024, which spanned three days. The event's Chief Guest, Shri Yogendra Upadhyay, the Higher Education Minister of Uttar Pradesh, underscored the importance of education in developing morality and transmitting knowledge and wisdom. He stated, "The primary foundation of education is to instill good values and strengthen our understanding through technology. I urge students and youth of our country to master modern technologies and establish new milestones for the welfare of the world. Always remember that hard work, reflection, and contemplation yield immense rewards."
