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Last Year, The United States Issued A Record-Breaking 1,40,000 Visas To Indian Students
As part of the Biden administration's effort to strengthen people-to-people ties with India, the United States issued over 140,000 visas to Indian students last year and is taking multiple initiatives to shorten visa appointment wait times.
NIT-Srinagar Has Declared A Winter Break. Students Are Asked To Evacuate Hostels 10 Days Ahead Of Schedule
As a precautionary step, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar closed for winter vacation on Thursday, 10 days ahead of schedule, a day after demonstrations against a student's social media post extended to other institutes. All classwork and internal tests scheduled for the day were cancelled at Islamia College of Science and Commerce.
Odisha Government signs MoU for establishment of NMIMS university
The Odisha government and the SVKM trust have inked a Rs 300 crore MoU to construct NMIMS University in Bhubaneswar with a 40-acre land allocation, signalling a big step forward in the state's educational development.
Applications Are Welcomed For Finance Manager Position At IIM Shillong, Paying ₹ 1.23 Lakh
Applications are being accepted for the position of Joint General Manager (Finance) at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong. Interested and qualified individuals who meet the minimal requirements can apply online using the Institute website's Recruitment Portal. Only online applications submitted via the Recruitment Portal and paper copies of supporting documentation will be evaluated further.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Lays The Foundation Stone For Darbhanga Medical College
At an estimated cost of Rs 2,742 crore, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar laid the cornerstone for the reconstruction of the Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), which would house 2,100 beds in addition to a college that will enroll 250 MBBS students annually. "Layed the foundation stone of the plan to redevelop Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital, Darbhanga at a cost of Rs 2742.04 crore," Kumar wrote in a post on X. We had previously stated that DMCH would grow to have 2,500 beds. At a cost of Rs 194.08 crore, we opened a 400-bed surgical block today and placed the cornerstone for the 2,100-bed hospital that remains.
Global Professional Accountants Convention Hosted By ICAI
ICAI is organising its first-ever “Global Professional Accountants Convention” (GloPAC) on the theme- “Connecting the Globe, Creating Value” on November 24-26, 2023, at Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.
Himachal Chief Minister Outlines Extensive Education Changes For The Coming Academic Year
Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced on Sunday that comprehensive education reforms will be implemented in the upcoming academic session. In an interview with reporters, the CM stated that his administration is committed to providing quality education to pupils in the state.
Free College Education For Female Students In Haryana Whose Families Earn Less Than Rs 1.8 Lakh
Haryana Chief Minister (CM) Manohar Lal Khattar stated on Sunday that girls from below-poverty-line (BPL) homes with an annual income of 1.80 lakh will be given free education in both government and private universities.
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.
