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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - February 2019

Feb 2019

Jun 20, 2025

IGNOU, WHO Launch Healthcare Waste Management Certification

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the South-East Asia Region, rolled out a Certificate in Health Care Waste Management (CHCWM). This initiative is poised to bolster public health infrastructures and safeguard the environment by equipping professionals to manage biomedical waste proficiently.
The CHCWM programme confronts the dangers to health and ecology posed by inadequate disposal of medical waste. It seeks to educate both professionals and paraprofessionals engaged in hospitals, primary health centres, and waste management sectors. The curriculum aligns with India's Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016, and adheres to WHO's international standards.

QS University Rankings 2026

The QS World University Rankings 2026 were released. Fifty-four Indian universities made it to the global list this year, compared to only 11 in 2014. This makes India the fourth most represented country overall, after the USA, UK, and China. But only three of those have made it to the top 200.
IIT Delhi climbed to the 123^rd position, up from 150 last year, and 197 in 2024. It's now India's highest-ranked university in QS Rankings 2026. The institute has done well across key parameters -- 50^th in Employer Reputation, 86^th in Citations per Faculty, and 142^nd in Academic Reputation.

Jun 19, 2025

Anantha Chandrakasan Becomes First Indian-Born Provost of MIT

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has appointed Professor Anantha Chandrakasan as its next Provost, making him the first Indian-born academician to hold the prestigious position.
A pioneer in electrical engineering and computer science, Chandrakasan will take charge on July 1, 2025, succeeding Cynthia Barnhart.
In this role, he will guide MIT's academic affairs, financial planning, and strategic initiatives.
This historic appointment has garnered attention globally as Anantha Chandrakasan, an Indian-American scientist and administrator, will now oversee MIT's institutional and academic planning as Provost, one of the highest academic leadership roles at the university.
His ascension reflects MIT's commitment to global excellence and diversity in leadership.

DU Launches JAIHIND Scheme to Upskill ST Students from Across Country

Delhi University has launched an initiative to impart basic computer skills and training for higher education, including the application process for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), to Scheduled Tribes (ST) students from Classes 9 to 12 across India, particularly those living in remote parts.
The Janajati Immersive Holistic Intervention for Novel Development (JAIHIND) scheme's first batch of 25 students, including 12 girls and 13 boys from the Ukhrul district of Manipur, selected on the basis of their academic merit, started their training on Tuesday. The inaugural two-week programme will continue till June 29, said Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh.

Jun 18, 2025

IIT Madras, Samsung Partner to Push Research in AI and Health Technologies

In a move to strengthen collaboration between industry and academia, the Samsung R&D Institute, Noida (SRI-N) entered into a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras). The partnership will centre on research in artificial intelligence, particularly its applications in Indian languages, healthcare technology, and emerging areas like generative AI.
Signed by SRI-N Managing Director Kyungyun Roo and IIT Madras Director Professor V Kamakoti, the agreement outlines a range of joint initiatives. These include sponsored research projects, consultancy work, technology transfer, training programmes, infrastructure development, and student fellowships.

Jun 17, 2025

IIT Guwahati to Host Indo-Danish Research Centre with Joint Postgraduate Programmes

Strengthening its global academic ties, IIT Guwahati partnered with the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) to launch collaborative efforts in research, education, and innovation. The agreement marks a notable step in Indo-Danish academic relations, with both institutions aiming to work on sustainable technologies and future-ready education models.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed by Professor Devendra Jalihal, Director of IIT Guwahati, and Professor Henrik Bindslev, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at SDU.
The MoU also opens the door to joint Master's and PhD programmes, where students will be co-supervised and their academic credits recognised across both institutions. Additionally, student and faculty exchange programmes will enable cross-cultural learning and skill development.

IIT Bombay Most Preferred again in JEE Advanced 2025 First Seat Allotment

The results of the first round of seat allotment by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for 2025 reaffirm a familiar pattern: IIT Bombay continued to be the top choice among the country's highest JEE Advanced rankers.
According to the data released by IIT Kanpur, which is overseeing the JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling process this year (2025), 78 of the top 100 candidates have chosen to study at IIT Bombay. Amongst the top 10 rankers, nine had registered for JoSAA, and all nine opted for this Mumbai-based IIT—cementing its reputation as the most sought-after institute in the country.

Jun 16, 2025

University of Western Australia to Launch its First Global Campuses, with Academic Hubs Planned i...

The University Grants Commission granted approval for five foreign universities to establish campuses in the country. The UGC handed over letters of intent to institutions from the UK, US, Australia and Italy, marking a crucial step in the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 and its vision of global academic integration. Among them is the University of Western Australia (UWA), ranked among the world's top 100 and a proud member of Australia's Group of Eight.

IGNOU Launches First MSc in Home Science, Focusing on Community Development

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) introduced a new Master of Science (MSc) in Home Science with specialisation in Community Development and Extension Management. It is a two-year course for graduates who want to work in the development industry, overseeing community projects related to health, employment, education, and social change.
The course is provided by the School of Continuing Education and will be taught in English through Open Distance Learning (ODL). It's for Home Science graduates but also for others in Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences, and other disciplines who desire to work at the community level.

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