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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - April 2019

Apr 2019

Jan 21, 2025

ICSI Elects Dhananjay Shukla as President for 2025

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) appointed Dhananjay Shukla as the president and Pawan G. Chandak as the vice president for this year (2025).
Shukla is a commerce and law graduate. He is a fellow of ICSI and is a practising company secretary in Gurugram. As mentioned in the press release, Shukla has also expertise in the areas of corporate law, securities law and taxation.
Dhananjay has also served as the vice president of the ICSI for the year 2024. With an experience of more than 20 years, he has helped various start-up ventures to be set up in India by foreign promoters.

IIM-Bangalore Introduces its First Hindi MOOC Course on ESG and Sustainability in Business

IIM Bangalore introduced its first Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), titled 'From Theory to Practice: Implementing ESG and Sustainability in Business,' hosted on Swayam, a Government of India initiative designed to provide free, high-quality education across diverse subjects. The course will be imparted in Hindi language.
This 12-week programme begins on January 24 and is for MBA and BBA students, working professionals, and executives who want to deepen their understanding of sustainable growth and holistic value creation.
Swayam courses include video lectures, e-texts, self-assessments, and discussion forums. While the course is free for all, students can enrol for the examination by paying a nominal fee and obtaining a certificate.

Jan 20, 2025

Maharashtra Govt. Launches ATAL Portal for Professional CET Cell Courses & Career Guidance

Maharashtra's Higher and Technical Education Department introduced CET – ATAL (Assessment, Tests and Learning) to help candidates seeking admission to various professional courses in the state. The portal will provide mock tests and psychometric tests to students to help them opt for the right career and prepare for success in the entrance tests.
There is no age bar for appearing or registering for the tests. Anyone who intends for self-improvement ambitions is eligible to apply. As per the official website, the selection process includes a committee that can either accept or reject the application of the student.

Duolingo English Test Introduces DETermined Scholarship for Indian Women

The Duolingo English Test (DET) launched the DETermined scholarship for Indian women in STEM. The initiative is introduced in collaboration with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) as the knowledge partner.
It is designed to support Indian women by offering a one-time grant of USD 30,000 to cover tuition fees for a master's degree in STEM at a US university that accepts the DET for admissions for the academic year 2026–2027.

Jan 17, 2025

CBSE Organises Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness Workshop

The Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, in collaboration with DAV Public School, Uppal's Southend, Sector-49, Gurugram, held an impactful workshop on Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness.
The workshop brought together over 150 principals from CBSE schools across Delhi NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan. This workshop provided a vital platform to address the rising concern about substance abuse among youth, fostering awareness and collective action.
The workshop was inaugurated by Ajay Kumar (IAS), Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram.

GSEB Gujarat Adopts Board Exam Format for Classes 9 and 11

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) revised the Class 9 and Class 11 exam patterns. The revised format mirrors the GSEB Class 10 and Class 12 board 2025 exams. The question paper structure will now comprise 70 per cent descriptive and 30 per cent objective questions.
The change in the GSEB 2025 Class 9 and Class 11 paper pattern seeks to standardise exam patterns across classes and ensure a smoother transition for students progressing to Class 10 and 12 board exams.

Jan 16, 2025

The Ministry of Education, Government of India Initiates the APAAR ID

The Ministry of Education and Government of India has initiated the APAAR ID, known as the "One Nation One Student ID Card." This groundbreaking program aims to digitally centralise academic data, including degrees, scholarships, rewards, and other credits for students. In this article, we will provide you with detailed information about the benefits of the APAAR ID and how to download it from the official website.
The One Nation One Student ID Card, APAAR ID, is a significant step towards a more organised and accessible academic experience for students in India. By registering and downloading your APAAR ID, you can unlock various benefits and conveniently store your academic records. With thousands of institutes and millions of students already benefiting from this program, it's a promising development in the education sector.
Full form of APAAR ID stands for "Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry." The Government of India introduced the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC Bank) to administer the issuance of APAAR ID cards. These cards function as a registry within the educational system, commonly known as an 'EduLocker.'

Jan 15, 2025

Karnataka Opposes Draft UGC Guidelines on Vice-Chancellor Appointments

Joining the chorus of non-BJP-ruled states, the Karnataka government wrote to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, raising strong objections to the draft University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations, 2025, particularly the provisions regarding the appointment of vice-chancellors. State Higher Education Minister M. C. Sudhakar termed the provisions a direct assault on the federal structure and said they undermined the state's role in higher education governance.

IIT-Bombay Launches e-Postgraduate Diploma in E-mobility

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay announced the launch of a new programme on e-Postgraduate Diploma in E-mobility. The new programme will be of 18-months duration and will be starting in March 2025.
The ePG diploma programme is designed and delivered by IIT Bombay faculty with Great Learning as the EdTech partner. Upon successful completion, a graduation ceremony in the IIT Bombay campus will be held and participants will be conferred alumni status.

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