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Feb 20, 2024

IIT Madras Hosts 'National CSR Summit'

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) organised the IIT Madras National CSR Summit - 'Building India 2047 – Technology for Better Tomorrow' on the campus with a focus on 'Technology-Driven Social Impact'.
The flagship CSR Summit brought together stalwarts from corporate India to address prevailing societal challenges and enable collaboration through scalable and sustainable technological solutions towards 'Viksit Bharat @2047.'
The event saw participation from industry, PSUs, corporate firms and business leaders from across the country. The inaugural IIT Madras CSR Awards (2023) were presented during the summit, which was graced by Chief Guest Dr Palanivel Thiagarajan, Minister for Information Technology and Digital Services, Government of Tamil Nadu, alongside faculty, researchers, and students of the Institute.

Uttar Pradesh Receives Grants of Rs. 740 crore for Higher Education

Uttar Pradesh received the largest grant in the nation, approximately Rs. 740 crore, under different categories through the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan. This funding is earmarked to bolster research quality in the state's universities, foster innovation, and refurbish dilapidated structures within older educational institutions.
The allocated grant aims to improve the quality of higher educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh, ensuring they adhere to prescribed parameters and standards. Through the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan Yojana, funding has been allocated for establishing new government model colleges in underserved regions to meet identified minimum Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) requirements.
The objective of the scheme is to offer financial assistance to higher education institutions across states, fostering equitable development. By 2026, the target is to raise the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) to 35 per cent.

IP University Vice Chancellor Mahesh Verma Assumes Additional Role at DPSRU

Lieutenant Governor V. K. Saxena appointed Mahesh Verma, the Vice-Chancellor of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, to assume the additional responsibility of overseeing Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU).
The announcement was made regarding Saxena's directive to dismiss DPSRU Vice-Chancellor Ramesh Goyal in relation to an alleged faculty recruitment scam at the university between 2017 and 2019.

Feb 19, 2024

IIT Roorkee, Engineers India Limited Partner to Advance Research and Innovation

A collaboration was forged between the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), an esteemed academic institute of national importance, and Engineers India Limited (EIL), a leading Engineering, Technology and Total energy consultancy company. This landmark partnership aims to drive innovation and advance research in critical areas of green technologies, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of scientific excellence.
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between IIT Roorkee and EIL outlines a comprehensive framework for cooperation in research-related activities. Leveraging their respective expertise and resources, both organisations are set to embark on collaborative projects focusing on cutting-edge research initiatives.
At the forefront of this collaboration is a joint commitment towards sustainability and resource utilisation. Key research domains identified for exploration include innovative methods for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable chemicals, demonstrating a dedication to mitigating greenhouse gas emissions while unlocking economic opportunities.

Feb 18, 2024

IIT Kanpur, GUVI Join Hands to Launch Technology, Business Courses in Regional Languages

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur's Foundation for Advanced Consulting, Education and Training (IFACET) paired up with GUVI, an EdTech company within the HCL Group, to introduce and deliver technology and business courses in regional languages.
The courses are aimed at offering transformative career opportunities to students by delivering professional programmes in domains like technology and business. This will not only help upskill candidates to meet the challenges of an evolving job market but also help them learn efficiently in their mother tongue.

University of Birmingham Signs MoU with Indian Institute of Heritage

The University of Birmingham collaborated with the Indian Institute of Heritage to create new opportunities in the fields of heritage, museums and museology.
Dr. B. R. Mani, Vice-Chancellor, Indian Institute of Heritage and Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Birmingham, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a strategic partnership that will create impactful collaborations in the field of education and research.
Through this partnership, the two institutes will ensure participation of students and experts from both the institutions in various research projects as well student and academic exchange programmes Birmingham and Delhi.

Indian Professor at IIT Madras Elected to National Academy of Engineering, US

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) faculty Professor Thalappil Pradeep became the 23rd foreign member from India to be elected to the United States National Academy of Engineering (NAE).
He was elected for his contributions to cluster chemistry and the discovery and implementation of affordable drinking water solutions.
Founded in 1964, the NAE is an independent institution that provides engineering leadership. It has more than 2,000 peer-elected members and international members, senior professionals in business, academia, and government who are among the world's most accomplished engineers. They provide the leadership and expertise for numerous projects focused on the relationships between engineering, technology, and the quality of life.

Feb 17, 2024

IIT Delhi, United Nations Development Programme Partner for Sustainable Solutions

IIT Delhi and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create solutions for advancing sustainable development, with a focus on environment, energy, and climate change.
The partnership will work towards developing and promoting innovative and scalable solutions to support transition to low-carbon and climate-resilient pathways through policy and implementation support. Key areas of cooperation will include climate change adaptation, loss and damage, strengthening national systems of innovation for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and leveraging digital solutions for transition to green energy and other climate technologies.
The MoU was signed for a period of three years. With this agreement, both organisations aim to catalyse meaningful change, driving initiatives for a greener, more resilient world.

Tata Steel Inks MoU with IIT Bhubaneswar REP to Foster Innovation

In a move aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, Tata Steel inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the IIT Bhubaneswar Research and Entrepreneurship Park (REP). This partnership signifies a strategic alignment between industry and academia to explore avenues for mutual growth and development.
Under the terms of the agreement, Tata Steel and IIT Bhubaneswar REP, a company promoted by IIT Bhubaneswar, are set to embark on a journey of collaboration across various domains. These include:
Materials Processing and Modelling: Delving into advanced techniques and methodologies to enhance materials processing efficiency and optimize production processes.
Energy and Environment: Undertaking joint research efforts to address challenges related to energy consumption, environmental sustainability, and eco-friendly practices within the steel industry.
Low Carbon Steel Production and Circular Economy: Pioneering initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprint, promoting circular economy principles, and developing sustainable steel-making practices.

Feb 16, 2024

Ministry of DoNER, North Eastern Council and IIM Shillong sign MoU for Continued Operation of Dr....

An MoU was signed between the NEC Shillong, IIM Shillong and the MDoNER for continuing the operation of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy Research and Analysis deepening engagement with IIM Shillong at the NEC Secretariat, Shillong and MDoNER joining through weblink. The MoU was signed by Angshuman Dey, Joint Secretary MDoNER , Shri Moses K Chalai, Secretary, NEC and Prof. D.P Goyal, Director, IIM Shillong in the presence of Shri Chanchal Kumar, Secretary, MDoNER and other senior officials of DoNER, NEC and IIM Shillong.
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy Research and Analysis was created by a tripartite agreement between IIM Shillong and the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) and North Eastern Council singed on 15th October 2016. It and aimed to emerge as a state-of-the-art centre to assist the states of North East India and the implementing agencies to plan and executive the projects properly, promote innovations and functions as repository of best practices in the region.

IIT Delhi, Queensland University to Offer Joint PhD Programme

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and the University of Queensland (UQ) partnered together to offer a joint PhD programme across various disciplines through the UQ-IITD Academy of Research (UQIDAR).
The programme is open to both Indian and Australian students. Indian students and other international students will commence their first year at IIT Delhi as i-students. They will then go on to continue their programme at UQ for one year before returning to IIT Delhi to conclude their programme.
On the other hand, Australian students will be enrolled as Q-students and will study their first year at UQ, then move to IIT Delhi for one year and then return to UQ for the remained of the programme to complete it. Scholarships for Indian and international students will be made available for i-students.

Germany Overtakes Canada as Premier Study Abroad Destination

According to the annual Study Abroad Trends Report 3.0 from edtech unicorn upGrad, Germany overtook Canada as the premier study abroad destination in 2024.
Recent developments including diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, rising living costs, uncertainty regarding jobs and a drop in study permits issued to Indian students seem to have led to a sharp decline in Canada's popularity—only 9.3% of respondents picked it as a dream destination—the survey has revealed.

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