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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - January 2020

Jan 2020

Dec 18, 2023

UGC Warns Edtech Firms Offering Degrees in Association with Foreign Universities

The University Grants Commission (UGC) took a firm stance against edtech companies and colleges that offer degrees in partnership with foreign universities that have not received its approval.
Furthermore, to safeguard their educational pursuits, students are urged to exercise caution and avoid programmes offered by edtech companies or colleges partnered with universities lacking UGC recognition. These degrees will not be valid and may hinder future career prospects.

Dec 17, 2023

Central Tribal University to Be Set Up in Telangana

The Parliament passed the Central Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2023 bill to establish a central tribal university in Telangana. The bill was passed by Rajya Sabha through a voice vote after it was cleared by Lok Sabha. The university will be built at a cost of ₹900 crore. The university is expected to be set up in Mulugu and is named after tribal goddesses Sammakka and Sarakka.
As per the state and objects of the Central Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2023, the Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University aims to fulfil regional aspirations by enhancing access and quality of higher education in Telangana. The new university is expected to promote higher education and research along with tribal art, culture, customs and technological advancements for the tribal population of India.

OnePlus Announces Scholarship for IIT Madras Students

Global technology brand OnePlus announced a scholarship fund in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras). The financial scholarship program 'Never Settle' is open to new and existing students at the IIT Madras in the undergraduate (BTech) programme.
Students will be evaluated as per the merit-cum-means eligibility criteria by IIT Madras, which will manage the scholarship review process. The Never Settle Scholarship programme, as per OnePlus, is committed to easing the financial burden of education by offering substantial scholarships to deserving students.

Dec 16, 2023

CBSE, British Council Collaborate for School Education Conference

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) collaborated with British Council, the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, organised a landmark School education conference.
This two-day conference was conducted with the aim of exploring and sharing knowledge on innovative teaching methodologies for school education across India. It was inaugurated by Sanjay Kumar, Secretary School Education and attended by representatives and policy makers from 300 schools and educational institutions, state and central government and apex body leaders, including the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), National Curriculum Framework Committee (NCF) and school boards from across the country.

IIT Kanpur, Kotak Launch 'School of Sustainability'

The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT-K) and the Kotak Mahindra Bank launched the Kotak School of Sustainability – India's first fully integrated school of sustainability at IIT Kanpur.
This initiative was taken with the thought that global warming poses a serious threat to our existence, manifesting in untimely natural calamities, pollution, and biodiversity loss.

Dec 15, 2023

IIT Kanpur Hosts Inaugural Judgement and Decision Making India Conference

The inaugural Judgement and Decision-Making (JDM) India conference, a historic milestone in decision science, was held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur. The event was co-convened by Dr. Arjun Ramakrishnan, a neuroscientist and decision researcher from IIT Kanpur, and convened by Dr. Sumitava Mukherjee, a decision researcher, and behavioural scientist from IIT Delhi.
The JDM field delved into the science of Judgement and Decision-Making, covering fundamental cognitive and neural processes influencing decisions. Discussions spanned applied areas pivotal in various spheres of life, business, and society, encompassing diverse topics such as neuroeconomics, behavioural economics, rationality, perception of risk, artificial intelligence, and algorithmic decisions.

Madhya Pradesh Government to Set up PM College of Excellence in all Districts of the State

Madhya Pradesh government will set up PM College of Excellence in all districts of the state. The decision to this effect was taken at the first Cabinet meeting chaired by new Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in Bhopal.
In Madhya Pradesh, the government will upgrade one college in every district out of total 570 government colleges as "PM College of Excellence". More than Rs. 460 crore will be spent on the development of these colleges.
Apart from this, degree and mark sheets of students in all government and private universities will be uploaded in DigiLocker.

Dec 14, 2023

Jawaharlal Nehru University Bans Protests on Campus

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) imposed new rules significantly restricting protests and demonstrations on campus. Students who flout these regulations will face penalties ranging from hefty fines to expulsion.
Earlier, protests within 100 metres of the administrative blocks, which house the offices of the Vice-Chancellor, registrar, and proctors, among others, were prohibited as per a High Court order.
However, the revised Chief Proctor Office (CPO) manual, approved in November 2023, prohibits protests within 100 meters of academic buildings, including classrooms and labs. This extends restrictions previously imposed around administrative blocks.
Violating these restrictions can result in a fine of Rs. 20,000 or even expulsion from the campus. Besides, any activity deemed "anti-national" or inciting intolerance towards religion, caste, or community is punishable with a Rs. 10,000 fine.

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