Articles tagged with: education

Withdrawal of draft UGC regulations: TN Assembly adopts resolution moved by CM Stalin

Chennai, Jan 9: The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Thursday unanimously adopted a resolution moved by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, urging the Centre to immediately withdraw the draft University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations of 2025.


Record 2.79 crore registrations for 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'

New Delhi, Jan 9: With just five days left for the closure of registration, a record 2.79 crore students, teachers, and parents across India and abroad have already registered for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' (PPC) 2025 - an initiative to foster students' positive outlook towards examinations.


Cold wave: Schools in Bihar's Araria closed for classes up to 8 till January 12

Patna, Jan 9: Amid severe cold wave conditions, the authorities have suspended classes up to 8th standard in all schools of Bihar's Araria district till January 12.


IIT Delhi launches executive programme in robotics to redefine industrial horizons

New Delhi, January 9: To meet the escalating demand for skilled professionals in this transformative domain, the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has launched its Executive Programme in Robotics.


Western Sydney University to open campus in India

New Delhi, January 9: Leading Australian University, Western Sydney University is set to open its campus in India, making it the third Australian university to have a campus in the country.


UAE launches education support campaign in Gaza as part of 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'

Abu Dhabi, January 9: The UAE, as part of the 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3', has launched a campaign to support education in the Gaza Strip.


Enrollment rate in elementary education increases, dropouts reduce in Arunachal Pradesh: CM Khandu

Itanagar, Jan 8: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Wednesday that the enrollment rate in elementary education has significantly increased and the average annual school dropout numbers at the secondary level have reduced.


Adani Electricity, Adani Foundation provide 74 BMC schools with 12,000 books

Mumbai, Jan 8: Adani Electricity and Adani Foundation on Wednesday announced collaboratively implementing a library distribution programme in 74 BMC Schools in P-North and M-West Wards in Mumbai.


UGC approves new guidelines for selection of Vice-Chancellors in varsities, colleges

New Delhi, Jan 8: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved a draft related to minimum qualifications for appointment of academic staff in universities and colleges across the country.


India hands over another infrastructure built under HICDP in Baglung of Nepal

Kathmandu, January 7: The school building of Shree Bhimgithe Secondary School, Baglung built with India's financial assistance has been handed over on Tuesday.


Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attends third convocation of Silver Oak University

Ahmedabad, January 7: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, addressing the third convocation ceremony of Silver Oak University on Tuesday, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always said that education is the foundation of development and youth power is the cornerstone of this development, said a press release from Gujarat CMO


IIT Delhi Launches Three Industry-Centric Certificate Programmes in Finance, Supply Chain, and Semiconductor Technology

New Delhi, January 7: The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has launched three new certificate programs through its Continuing Education Programme (CEP) in partnership with Team Lease Edtech, to address the increasing demand for specialized skills.


LG approves regularization of 150 private schools in unauthorized colonies

New Delhi, January 7: In a recent decision that will benefit thousands of students in the capital, Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena has approved the regularization of 150 private, un-aided schools located in unauthorized colonies across Delhi said a press released.


Government strengthening healthcare system on priority basis: Tripura CM

Agartala, January 6: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Monday that the state government is working on a priority basis to strengthen the health care system in the state, as the government has taken an initiative to build a health hub in Tripura.


India hands over campus and hostel buildings in Nepal's Myagdi, infra facilities to help improve access to higher education

Kathmandu, January 6: The campus and hostel buildings of Myagdi Multiple Campus, Myagdi built with the Government of India's financial assistance at the project cost of Nepal Rupees 27.93 million under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation' was formally handed over to Campus Management Committee today.


NDMC, Delhi Police sensitise teachers on drug menace, hoax calls

New Delhi, Jan 6: The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), in association with Delhi Police, organised an awareness programme for school teachers about drug menace, cyber security and hoax call threats on Monday.


Chandigarh University announces launch of first AI-augmented futuristic campus in UP's Unnao

Lucknow, Jan 6: The Chandigarh University (CU) on Monday announced the establishment of a first-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled next-gen futuristic campus at Unnao in Uttar Pradesh, to provide AI-augmented multidisciplinary education.


On his birthday, A. R. Rahman, his KM Music Conservatory announce Bharat Maestro Awards

Mumbai, Jan 6: On the occasion of the Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R.Rahman's birthday on Monday, his music institute, the KM Music Conservatory announced the launch of the Bharat Maestro Awards. With an aim to recognise the timeless influence of Indian classical music while nurturing the next wave of musical talent, the awards will honour the music legends.


UGC revamps eligibility criteria for appointment of faculties

New Delhi, Jan 6: UGC has approved a draft, 'Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education Regulations, 2025.


Candidates can qualify for faculty posts with different UG, PG Disciplines: UGC Draft Guidelines

New Delhi, January 6: Candidates can qualify for faculty positions at higher institutions by clearing the UGC-NET in a subject of their choice, even if their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are in different disciplines, as per the UGC's new draft guidelines.


Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel lays foundation stone of Anjana Dham with Rs 300 crore investment

Gandhinagar, January 5: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, along with Governor Acharya Devvratji and Speaker of Gujarat Legislative Assembly Shankarbhai Chaudhary laid the foundation stone of Anjanadham on Sunday, the Gujarat Chief Minister's Office stated in a press release.


Giriraj throws open Rs 76 cr campus of Indian Institute of Handloom Technology at Fulia in Bengal

Fulia (West Bengal), Jan 5: Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh on Sunday inaugurated the new permanent campus of the Indian Institute of Handloom Technology built at a cost of Rs 75.95 crore at Fulia in West Bengal's Nadia district.


TRUST scholarship amount row: TN rural students seeks raise

Chennai, Jan 5: The parents of students appearing for the Tamil Nadu Rural Students Talent Search (TRUST) exam have called for an increase in the scholarship amount provided to beneficiaries.


Kalimat Foundation celebrates World Braille Day

Sharjah, January 3: In celebration of World Braille Day, Kalimat Foundation, a Sharjah-based non-profit organisation, organised activities dedicated to advancing accessibility and inclusion for children who are blind or visually impaired and was hosted in collaboration with Racks Cafe at their Aljada branch.


Maharashtra: CM Fadnavis extends his greetings on the birth anniversary of social reformer Savitribai Phule

Satara, January 3: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday extended his greetings to the people on birth anniversary of social reformer Savitribai Phule.


Beacon of women empowerment: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to social reformer Savitribai Phule

New Delhi, January 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to the social reformer Savitribai Phule on her birth anniversary.


"I can't even imagine that there will be a library in a police station": Ashutosh Rana

New Delhi, January 3: Actor Ashutosh Rana on Wednesday visited the Delhi Police Library of Greater Kailash - 1 Police Station for underprivileged students and conveyed his surprise and admiration for the innovative idea of a library in a police station.


Gujarat: Over Rs36.97 Lakh raised in just 3 Months through E-Auction of CM's Gifts for Kanya Kelavani Nidhi

Gandhinagar, January 2: The Gujarat government's scheme, Mukhyamantri Kanya Kelavani, has seen significant results within just three months of launching its auction portal. Over 400 items have been auctioned, leading to the successful sale of 181 items and raising more than Rs36.97 lakh for the Kanya Kelavani Nidhi, according to officials.


AICTE launches NEAT 4.0, a milestone in revolutionizing Online learning

New Delhi, January 2: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), officially launched Phase 4 of the National Educational Alliance for Technology (NEAT 4.0) on January 2. The launch event, which included an MoU signing ceremony, was held on Thursday at AICTE Headquarters in Vasant Kunj in New Delhi.


Himachal CM Sukhu flags-off tour for orphaned children under Sukh Aashray Yojana

Shimla, January 2: Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu flagged off the first group of 22 "children of the state" on Thursday, marking the start of a 13-day educational and recreational tour under the Sukh Aashray Yojana.


Articles tagged with: education