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UGC invites authors to create UG textbooks in Indian languages for NEP 2020
The University Grants Commission (UGC) is seeking Expressions of Interest (Eol) from writers/critics and higher education faculty members (HEls) to write undergraduate-level textbooks in 12 Indian languages for the social sciences, sciences, and arts. This is in accordance with NEP 2020.
The NSS at IIT Delhi releases a Volunteer smartphone app internally
National Service Scheme's (NSS) novel initiative: a mobile app named 'NSS IIT Delhi,' aimed at improving youth involvement and boosting social impact. Aspiring NSS volunteers at the university may register, find nearby projects, keep track of their service hours, and interact with other volunteers using this app—all made possible by an intuitive platform.
IGNOU to hold Placement Drive for Insurance Dekho on January 16
A campus placement drive for Insurance Dekho will be held by the Indira Gandhi National Open University Campus Placement Cell at Maidan Garhi, New Delhi. The date of the placement drive is set for January 16, 2024. Prior to the placement drive, a brief introduction (Pre-placement-talk) will be held to highlight the firm profile, job needs, CTC, etc. Candidates that are chosen must keep up with changes in regulations, insurance products, and industry trends. Verify the role, the type of work, the primary duties, the essential competencies, the pay and benefits, the work history, the age restriction, and the hiring procedure.
Alert! Students Must be 16 to Join Coaching Centers – Government's Latest Rule
Coaching centres are now not allowed to accept students who are younger than 16 years. They are also not allowed to offer misleading guarantees to parents regarding student enrollment, such as high grades or rank assurance.
VC Ramgopal Rao of BITS Pilani Receives the VLSI Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024
The VSI Lifetime Achievement Award 2024 has been given to Professor Ramgopal Rao, the vice chancellor of BITS Pilani. At Kolkata, India's 37th International Conference on VLSI Design, the VLSI Society of India presents the award.
Odisha Government Launches The KALIA Scholarship Scheme; Apply Before January 31
According to an official, the Odisha government launched the online registration process for students from farming families on Tuesday as part of the expanded "KALIA Scholarship" program.
UGC Chairman is Launching IGNOU's Four-Year UG Programs
The Indira Gandhi National University's (IGNOU) four-year program, known as FYUP, was introduced by Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar, Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC). The UGC Chairman was the chief guest during the launch, which was held at the National Seminar on G20 Presidency and India's Global Leadership Role.
VP Jagdeep Dhankhar Urges Youth To Become Instruments Of Change To Take India To The Top By 2047
During a visit to Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, on Saturday, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar opened the 500th Ek Se Sreshtha education centre and urged young people to be change agents in order to propel India to the top by 2047.
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
IIM-Mumbai Invites Applicants for MBA in Sustainability Management
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai, formerly NITIE, has announced admissions for its MBA in Sustainability Management program. This innovative program empowers future leaders to drive impactful environmental and social change.
IIT Kanpur Offers 45-Day Intensive Online Preparation for JEE Aspirants
SATHEE, a collaborative effort by IIT Kanpur and the Ministry of Education, has rolled out a 45-day crash course tailored for JEE Main 2025 aspirants. Starting November 11, this course offers a complete preparation package—including daily live online sessions, interactive study resources, and a robust set of practice materials—all free. Students can easily enrol via the SATHEE website (rather.iitk.ac.in) or the SATHEE mobile app, available on iOS and Android.
IIM Bangalore PGPEM Celebrates 25 Years of Drishti Leadership Summit
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore’s Postgraduate Programme in Enterprise Management (PGPEM) celebrated the 25th edition of its flagship Annual Leadership Summit, Drishti, on 9-10 November 2024. Centred around the theme, “Insights to Impact: Shaping Business Strategies for Tomorrow,” the silver jubilee summit gathered industry leaders, visionaries, professionals, and B-school students for two days of collaborative discussions on innovation and sustainable growth.
IIT Madras Launches 6-Month Internship Program for B.Tech Students in 2024-25
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has introduced an innovative six-month internship program for B.Tech students to increase their chances of securing pre-placement offers and providing valuable industry exposure. Starting in the 2024-25 academic year, students will have their sixth semester free of core courses, allowing them to pursue extended internships or other professional experiences. They can now complete elective courses in earlier or later semesters, providing unprecedented flexibility.
