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NMC Warns Against Fake Permission Letters Issued To Medical Colleges In Andhra Pradesh
The National Medical Commission (NMC) explained that under the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) name, a fictitious letter of authorization was provided to the GSL Medical College in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, for an increase in MD seats. The commission claimed that because the college had not submitted a request for more seats, the MARB president had not issued the letter.
West Bengal NUJS And IIT Kharagpur Sign An MOU
The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS) and IIT-Kharagpur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a combined academic programme and faculty assistance for various programmes, the institute announced in a release on Saturday.
Nagaland's First Medical College Accepts Its 100-Student Inaugural Class
The first medical college in the state, the Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (NIMSR), opened its doors to its first 100 students on Friday.
As Interim VC Of State Universities, Bengal's Governor Assumes Leadership
Raj Bhavan on Friday released a press release that implied that the governor, Dr. CV Ananda Bose, will continue to serve as interim vice chancellor (VC) of institutions in Bengal where vacancies exist. This development came amid a dispute in Bengal over the procedures for selecting vice-chancellors (VC) of state universities.
IGNOU Extends The Application Deadline For Programmes Offered In ODL And Online
IGNOU extended the last date for fresh admission for all programmes offered in ODL/online mode for the July 2023 session (except certificate and semester-based programmes). The candidates now have time till September 10, 2023, to apply for their admissions. The official websites are ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in for ODL programmes, ignouiop.samarth.edu.in for online programmes.
NCERT Is Given University Status: The Minister Of Education
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has achieved 'Deemed University' status, which is a ground-breaking development. On the 63rd anniversary of the NCERT's founding, Dharmendra Pradhan, the union education minister, made the announcement.
Students Are Required To Sign An Affidavit Because Kolkata College Prohibits Torn Jeans On Campus
The freshly enrolled undergraduate students of Kolkata's Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College (AJC Bose College) are required to sign an affidavit agreeing not to wear clothing that the college deems "indecent," notably torn jeans, on college property.
To Commemorate The Success Of Chandrayaan 3, UGC Will Organise A Town Hall
The University Grants Commission (UGC) will organise a mega town hall in a hybrid format to celebrate the success of Chandryaan 3. The commission issued a notice regarding the same. As per the same, the town hall will be done by connecting around 200 higher educational institutions (HEIs).
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.
