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SWAYAM January 2023 Semester Exam Begins On October 19; Application Underway
The Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) semester test dates for January 2023 have been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
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.
For Teaching The Largest Accounting Lesson, ICAI Establishes A Record
For holding the largest accounting lesson ever delivered in a single location, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) established a Guinness World Record. The mega event called "Career in Accounting & Finance for Youth (CAFY) and Super Mega Career Counselling Programme- Bhavishya ki Raah," which took place in Jaipur, Rajasthan, left a lasting impression on the eager young minds of India. The event provided ICAI with a platform to reassert its dedication to fostering the next generation of accounting and finance professionals thanks to the event's overwhelmingly high student attendance.
Indian Philosophy Elective Course At IIM Lucknow Is Reorganised And Now Covers The 'Karma' Notion
The Wisdom of Indian Philosophy, an elective subject, has recently undergone restructuring at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow. The English-language course incorporates several elements of contemporary thinking. It mainly relies on tenets of Indian philosophy derived in Sanskrit from Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Samkhya Karika, and Upanishads with references from the Bhagavad Gita.
Apply By October 15 To Receive One Of 5000 Scholarships Offered By The Reliance Foundation For First-Year Undergraduate Students
Applications for merit-cum-merit scholarships for first-year undergraduate students are now being accepted by the Reliance Foundation. The scholarship aims to offer a reward of up to Rs 2 lakh as well as the chance to join an encouraging support network and a thriving alumni network. By October 15, students enrolled in first-year UG studies in any branch during the academic year 2023–2024 may apply to receive this award. Students interested in applying should check out scholarships.reliancefoundation.org.
The Establishment Of A Chair Professorship At IIT Bombay And Google Cloud India Will Advance Generative AI Research
Together, Google Cloud India and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay will create a prominent academic position that will advance study in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The "Google Cloud Chair" will be the title given to this prestigious job.
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
BITS Pilani Shines Bright with Top NAAC Accreditation
According to the most recent NAAC certification circular, BITS Pilani received an A++ grade of 3.68 out of 4. This will position it in the country's top 4% NAAC-accredited universities.
IIM Kozhikode Launches AI Programme for Senior Professionals
On 12 December 2024, IIM Kozhikode, in a prestigious collaboration with ed-tech company Emeritus and an extra course from Kellogg Executive Education, announced the commencement of its AI for Senior Executives programme in India. This 30-week programme, a unique opportunity for our esteemed audience, starts on 14 March 2025, and the fee is Rs 4.00 lakhs+ GST. Candidates can apply by 19 December 2024.
IIT Placement 2024-25: IIT Madras & Kharagpur Exceptional Day 1 Results
Early reports from IIT Madras and IIT Kharagpur indicate promising trends as the placement season commenced on 1st December at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). These premier institutions exhibit exceptional performance in the ongoing placement drive despite previous apprehensions regarding students receiving inadequate compensation or needing help obtaining placements.
Galgotias University Honoured for Excellence at Global Library Science Forum
Galgotias University hosted the 12th International Conference on Library and Information Science on 2nd December 2024, which spanned three days. The event's Chief Guest, Shri Yogendra Upadhyay, the Higher Education Minister of Uttar Pradesh, underscored the importance of education in developing morality and transmitting knowledge and wisdom. He stated, "The primary foundation of education is to instill good values and strengthen our understanding through technology. I urge students and youth of our country to master modern technologies and establish new milestones for the welfare of the world. Always remember that hard work, reflection, and contemplation yield immense rewards."
