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Union Minister Jitendra Singh Assesses The AIIMS Jammu Project's Progress
During an on-site visit to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS Jammu), Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh directed the CPWD and AIIMS management to expedite the project's completion. The minister instructed them to work double shifts around the clock and to put in twice as much effort.
Union Minister RK Singh Laid Foundation For New ICER Building At IISc
This Thursday, at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), the Union Minister of Power, New and Renewable Energy, R K Singh, lay the cornerstone for the construction of the new Interdisciplinary Centre for Energy Research (ICER). Under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has given financial support of Rs 60.74 crore for the construction of the ICER building.
Babri Masjid Slogan Scribbled On JNU Campus Walls
Jawaharlal Nehru University instructed on Friday to repaint all of the campus walls in order to remove any graffiti or slogans that had appeared on them the day before, calling for the reconstruction of the Babri Masjid. During a meeting with a committee tasked with investigating recurring instances of contentious sloganeering and wall defacement, the administration requested that officials increase security measures in all university institutions.
AICTE Warns Students Against Fake 10-Day MBA Crash Course
The nation's technical education body, the All India Council for Technical Education, has issued a warning to students about phony 10-day MBA crash courses. The note of caution was sent to the students by the AICTE subsequent to a motivational speaker airing commercials for a 10-day MBA program.
Assam Government And IIT-Guwahati Work Together To Promote STEM Studies; 65% Of The Participants Are Girls
The Arohan initiative of the Government of Assam and the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, are working together to encourage deserving students to pursue STEM fields in their postsecondary education.
MPhil Not Recognised Degree, Discontinue Admission: UGC To Universities
Universities have been advised to cease accepting students into the MPhil program by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The commission has requested that enrollment in MPhil programs be discontinued on the grounds that the degree is not recognized.
PGPEM And PHD Program Webinars And Applications Are Announced By IIM Bangalore
Admission forms and webinars for two of its flagship programs, the Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) and the Post Graduate Programme in Enterprise Management (PGPEM), were made available today by the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B).
Vidula Jalan Scholarship For PGP Students Is Announced By ISB
The Vidula Jalan Scholarship was established, as announced today by the Indian School of Business (ISB). Beginning with the Class of 2025, two PGP students—one female and one male—will receive this scholarship based on need and merit.
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.
