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Medical Seats Increased in Telangana for NEET UG 2024
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced a substantial increase in the number of medical seats for the second round of NEET UG Counselling 2024. Telangana will receive 600 new seats across eight medical colleges in the state.
Assam Government Unifies School Boards with New Education Board Initiative
On Sunday, i.e., 08/09/2024, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state government had merged the School Education Board of Assam and the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council to establish a unified Assam State School Education Board by NEP 2020.
CBSE Expands Globally with New Regional Office in Dubai
Dubai has established the first Regional Office (RO) and Centre of Excellence (CoE) of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) outside of India. This significant achievement was made possible by the collective efforts of all stakeholders, including CBSE officials, representatives from the Indian Mission in Dubai, and principals from 78 schools in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. Their presence at the special orientation session on Teachers' Day was a testament to their integral role in this milestone.
Telangana Education Boost: State to Supply Free Power to Schools and Colleges
On Thursday, 5th of September 2024, the Telangana government decided to provide free electricity to government-run educational institutions to ensure high-quality education. The Government Order, issued hours after Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced the initiative at a function to commemorate Teachers' Day, will take effect immediately.
Smart Classrooms and ICT Labs Coming to 79 Dhanbad Schools
BCCL (Bharat Coking Coal Limited) has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EdCIL (India) Limited to advance digital education. According to this agreement, 79 government schools in the Dhanbad district will be equipped with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratories and digital classrooms. The agreement was executed on Thursday at Coal Bhawan in the presence of BCCL CMD Samiran Dutta and Director (Personnel) Murali Krishna Ramaiya.
President Murmu Champions Research in Education System
On Tuesday, 3rd September 2024, Honourable President Droupadi Murmu underscored the necessity of promoting research in the education system and asserted that research scholars in India can identify solutions to the challenges the world and the country face. Addressing the 21st convocation ceremony at Symbiosis International (Deemed University) in Pune, she observed that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 stimulates research.
Meet India’s Best Teachers This Teachers Day 2024
The Ministry of Education's Department of School Education and Literacy has revealed the National Teachers' Award 2024 winners. Fifty educators nationwide have been chosen to receive this honour.
Students' Hope and Hard Work Triumph Against the Odds in NEET Exam
In the heartlands of Odisha, Gujarat and Noida, Mangala Muduli, Ruby Prajapati and Sunny Kumar have risen as symbols of hope and inspiration. Their accomplishments have profoundly impacted their communities and extended far beyond, despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles.
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.
