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The ISB Will Begin Offering A 24-Week Chief Technology Officer Programme On September 28
In collaboration with Emeritus, the Indian School of Business (ISB) has started a chief technology officer curriculum.
An Engineer From Chennai Receives The 2023 James Dyson Award (India)
Engineer Pravin Kumar, who lives in Chennai, has been named the 2023 James Dyson Award national winner for India. Kumar has been chosen for his invention Mouseware, a gadget that uses movement to help persons with upper limb problems.
Telangana Declares Holiday for Educational Institutions In Hyderabad Due To Heavy Rains.
All educational institutions in Hyderabad have been closed on Tuesday due to heavy rain forecasts.
SPJIMR Top-Ranked B-School In India, IIM Ahmedabad Next FT Masters In Management Ranking 2023
The Financial Times Masters in Management (MiM) global rankings for 2023 list the SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) as one of the best Indian business schools. For its two-year full-time postgraduate diploma in management (PGDM), the SPJIMR at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan is ranked in the top spot among Indian management institutes, with IIM Ahmedabad coming in at the 43rd position.
3 UPSC aspirants awarded Rs 5 lakh under Chief Minister's scholarship in Tripura
Three UPSC candidates in Agartala received financial support in the form of scholarships of Rs. 5 lakh each from Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha. These candidates were successful in passing the preliminary stage of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exams held this year.
According To The Abu Dhabi Minister Of Education, The Temporary Site For IIT Delhi Will Open In January 2024
At the temporary site of IIT Delhi-Abu Dhabi, classes will begin in January 2024. The campus will run cutting-edge research facilities for computing and data sciences and sustainable energy and climate studies.
The NMC Publishes Medical Schools With Open MBBS And PG Seats
Around 40 medical colleges nationwide, the majority of which are government-run, have had their recognition revoked by the National Medical Commission (NMC), purportedly for failing to adhere to certain standards set by the body that regulates medical education. Similar action may be against almost 100 additional medical colleges in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Assam, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, and West Bengal.
BHU Appoints Professor SN Sankhwar As The Next Director Of The Institute Of Medical Sciences
The Institute of Medical Sciences at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has a new director: SN Sankhwar. He is the department head (HoD) of urology at Kings George Medical University in Lucknow and a urologist.
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.
