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Study Abroad: University of Queensland offers India high achievers scholarship
The University of Queensland is giving India High Achievers scholarships to students with Indian passports. Interested candidates can learn more about courses and scholarships by visiting the official university website, uq.edu.au.
President Confers Degrees On Nagpur University Students And Encourages Them To Pursue Research
On December 2, President Droupadi Murmu conferred degrees on students at the 111th convocation of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University in Nagpur. The President praised the teachers of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University for their contributions to research, innovation, and technology. She mentioned that the Indian Patent Office had issued more than 60 patents to university academic members.
Over 13,600 SC, ST, OBC Students Dropped Out Of IITs, IIMs, Central Universities In 5 Years
Over the last five years, a total of 13,626 students from historically marginalised Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes (SC, ST, OBC) have dropped out of central universities, Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT), and Indian Institutes of Management (IIM).
Recent Trends On Power Electronics In Renewable Energy Systems And Electrical Drives 2023
SRM Institute of Science and Technology Kattankulathur is hosting Recent Trends on Power Electronics in Renewable Energy Systems and Electrical Drives 2023. It will be carried out between 06th Dec and 8th Dec 2023. The programme will be conducted by the academicians in the concerned field from IITs/NITs, and other premier institutions are invited to deliver lectures in the programme. Speakers from industries are also expected to deliver as part of the FDP.
The Academic Council Of Delhi University Has Approved Crucial Suggestions
In a recent development at Delhi University, the academic council adopted a set of suggestions aimed at improving students' academic experiences, albeit with some opposition from teachers' organisations.
The UGC Has Installed Selfie Stations On Campuses To Highlight India's Achievements
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked universities and colleges across the country to set up selfie stations on their campuses. The campaign attempts to promote awareness among young people about India's achievements in numerous fields.
Atishi Raises Concerns About 'Irregularities' At 12 Du Colleges Financed By The Delhi Government
On Friday, Delhi Education Minister Atishi wrote to the Centre, expressing worry about irregularities in the financial management of 12 Delhi University (DU) institutes that get financing from the Delhi government.
Over 1 Lakh People Have Enrolled For SNAP 2023, A 25% Increase From The Previous Year
Symbiosis International claims to have received over one lakh SNAP registrations this year, following the greatest amount of applications (over 3.3 lakh) for CAT 2023. The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2023, which was held for admission to the MBA programme at Symbiosis, had a remarkable 25% rise in test takers when compared to last year.
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.
