Dindigul Campus Connect FITO launched at SAIIC exhibition, Graduation Day at Theni Kammavar Sangam College, Convocation at Kalasalingam University, MoU signed with IITM Pravarthek. The Hindu · Apr 15, 2024
SMPTE Now Hosting IMF User Group IMF User Group was launched in 2016 under the auspices of the Hollywood Professional Association TV Tech · Feb 26, 2024
Calicut varsity to start music centre University of Calicut to start music training centre, resume merit scholarships based on 1st semester marks. The Hindu · Dec 23, 2023
AICTE to regulate BBA, BCA; curriculum being vetted AICTE to regulate UG courses like BBA, BCA from 2024-25; easing career advancement for working professionals, introducing textbooks in regional languages, granting autonomy to polytechnic colleges and permitting industry collaborations for issuing degrees. The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023
Congress MP seeks probe into violation of quota in universities Congress leader B. Manickam Tagore has written a letter to PM Modi seeking an investigation into violation of reservation policies for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Class students by deemed Universities The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023
UGC chairman wants Karnataka govt. not to scrap NEP UGC Chairman urges Karnataka to reconsider decision to scrap NEP-2020, citing interests of students. Policy aims to improve GER to 50% by 2035, with focus on rural students. UGC interacting with States, VCs to implement NEP-2020. Karnataka must consider students' interests while framing SEP. UGC proposes scrapping grading system for… The Hindu · Nov 20, 2023
UGC chairman to address JSS AHER convocation on Monday Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar, UGC Chairman, to address JSS AHER's 14th annual convocation. 2,546 graduates to receive degrees/diplomas, 49 PhDs, 55 toppers to receive medals/awards. JSS AHER has 8,434 students, 667 teaching faculty, 517 non-teaching staff. 95 new programs, incl. DM Cardiology, MBA in Pharmacy Admin, M.Sc in Synthetic Biology, B.Sc… The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023
UGC approves draft framework for curriculum for PG courses UGC to bring out curriculum for PG courses; offers flexibility to move from one discipline to another, opt for PG diploma, switch to alternative modes of learning. Flexibility for UG major/minor holders to opt for either major/minor in PG. Multiple entry/single exit, different designs of PG courses. The Hindu · Nov 16, 2023
IIT Madras opens offshore campus in Zanzibar, Tanzania IIT Madras launches Zanzibar campus; 50 students admitted. 8 Indian students join PG programme. 22 UG students from Africa, 40% women. IIT to invest in knowledge, Zanzibar govt to bear expenses. 5 new programmes planned in 5 yrs. Banks to facilitate loans for Indian students. Permanent campus to be built… The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023
Karnataka govt. to promulgate Ordinance to scrap mandatory rural service for UG, PG medical students The State Cabinet on Thursday decided to promulgate an Ordinance to scrap the mandatory one-year service in rural areas for students graduating from passing out of medical colleges in Karnataka. The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023
Daughter of daily wage earner secures eight gold medals in Bangalore University, dreams of becoming govt school teacher Vinutha J., daughter of a daily wage earner, emerged topper in Bangalore University with eight gold medals and three cash prizes. With her achievement, she has fulfilled her father’s dream, who wanted her to excel in academics and become a teacher The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023
32,240 students to get degrees at Mysore university convocation At Mysore Univ.'s 103rd convocation, 32,240 students will be conferred degrees, with 20,189 women and 12,051 men. UG degrees will be conferred to 26,074 students, and PG degrees to 5,627. Women outnumber men in both UG and PG, with 62.62% receiving degrees. 420 gold medals and 275 cash prizes will… The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023
Senate members approach Minister against move to launch four-year undergraduate courses Four Senate members at UoC oppose move to launch four-year UG progs. Cite unwarranted haste, lack of infrastructure, syllabus revision, research facilities, student-teacher ratio, activity-oriented learning, and exam pressure. Urge Higher Education Minister to hold consultative meetings before implementation. The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023
The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023 Science college graduation day held near Ranipet At M.M.E.S Women's Arts & Science College in Ranipet, 728 graduates received their degree certificates on the 13th graduation day. 15 PG students & 20 UG students, who were university rank-holders, were also honoured. Ms. Amthul Azeez, Principal, J.B.A.S College for Women (Chennai), delivered the graduation day address. M. Sharfuddin,…
The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023 UGC to train over 1,000 teachers to teach Indian knowledge systems from degree level UGC plans to make credit courses on Indian culture and traditions compulsory in both UG and PG programmes; training programme covers Vedic texts, philosophy, vocabulary, and research methods
The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023 State government will bring uniformity in university semester exams Govt. to bring uniformity in UG, PG semester exams to facilitate students taking competitive exams. MC Sudhakar has instructed the Karnataka State Higher Education Council to conduct a comprehensive study & submit a report. Reform to take 2-3 yrs to implement.
The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023 Mop-up round counselling to MBBS course: Karnataka High Court stays allotment of seats to candidates already admitted in earlier rounds The High Court of Karnataka has stayed allotment of seats in the mop-up round for undergraduate medical courses to candidates who have already been admitted to the colleges on allotment of seats in the first and second round of counselling, and those who have paid fees but not reported to…
The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023 Rights panel seeks report on pre-marital counselling proposal for college students in Kerala SHRC seeks report from Dir. of Collegiate Education on pre-marital counselling for college students. Petition filed by Varughese Mathew, president of Kerala Unaided College Principals’ Council. SHRC notes need for pre-marital counselling due to fragility of marital relationships & human rights violations. Petitioner points out need for education on marital…
The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023 Ten students of Gandhi Medical College suspended for ragging Ten Gandhi Medical College students suspended for a year for ragging. Complaint lodged with UGC anti-ragging cell. NMC issued circular to respond to harassment/ragging complaints. NMC website (nmc.org.in) for lodging complaints. Zero tolerance for ragging in medical colleges.
The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023 Technocrats, medical professionals called on to augment India’s growth The former Director of Indian Institute of Science and noted researcher P. Balram has said that scientific and technological advancements were steering India as a global player, and it was time technocrats and medical professionals augmented it further through their contributions.
The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023 Faculty members oppose guidelines for internal assessment for UG students Faculty members oppose recent guidelines issued by Dept. of Collegiate Education for internal assessment of UG students. Govt. increased internal assessment marks to 40, leaving only 60 for theory papers. Guidelines create pressure on faculty & students & infrastructure challenges. Govt. must consult teachers & reframe or retract guidelines.
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The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023 Academics in Kerala raise concerns about four-year UG programmes Academics raise concerns over Kerala govt's plan to launch 4-yr UG courses w/o proper prep. CKCT to raise apprehensions before govt. PG courses unclear; existing infra inadequate. NEP 2020 not endorsing multiple pathways; workload of teachers a concern. Aim should be to offer quality courses & jobs, not encourage brain…
The Hindu · Jul 10, 2023 Karnataka State Open University announces admission for dual-degree programmes Mysuru-based Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) has given an opportunity to the students wishing to pursue higher education courses to take admissions for two academic programmes at a time.