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Jun 22, 2023

India's First mRNA-based Omicron-specific Booster Vaccine Gets Approval

Pune-based Gennova Biopharmaceuticals' mRNA COVID-19 booster vaccine, GemCOVAC-OM, against the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV2 received emergency use authorisation from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI).
The launch is expected within two to three weeks in New Delhi where details on the cost and anticipated demand will be announced. At present, 12 lakh booster doses of GemCOVAC-OM are available at the Central Drugs Laboratory (CDL), Kasauli, which has the mandate of national regulations of vaccines produced indigenously for the domestic market.

Jun 21, 2023

IIM-Calcutta Collaborates with WBCHSE to Offer Leadership Training to School Teachers

IIM Calcutta collaborated with the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education to give leadership development training to head teachers of state government-run and-aided schools.
The first edition of the programme was organised in 2021-22, and it provided training to 985 head teachers across West Bengal.
In the second edition this year (2023), the aim is to impart leadership development training for over 2,000 head teachers.

IIM-Calcutta Launches Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) tied up with ed-tech platform Emeritus and rolled out Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management. The 12-month programme is designed for a range of professionals from governments, NGOs and academia, to corporate and public affairs to gain a deeper understanding of contemporary public policy and implement transformative policies.
IIM-Calcutta claims that the curriculum is one-of-its-kind that combines public policy management, strategy and innovation along with contemporary agendas.
The programme is designed by leading faculty at IIM Calcutta and will take place via live online sessions as well as in-campus sessions.

Centre Launches 'Dakshta' Course Collection on iGOT Platform

The central government launched a new collection of courses called 'Dakshta' (Development of Attitude, Knowledge, Skill for Holistic Transformation in Administration) on the iGOT Karmayogi Platform.
The 'Dakshta' course collection consists of 18 courses tailored specifically for young professionals and consultants engaged in government services.
These courses aim to build functional, domain-specific, and behavioral competencies among learners. By acquainting them with subjects crucial to their roles and responsibilities, the courses empower young professionals to discharge their duties effectively.

Jun 20, 2023

AI, Data Science to be Introduced in Himachal's Tech Colleges Curriculum

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, announced that Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Mechatronics Engineering are among the new-age courses which will be introduced in technical colleges in Himachal Pradesh from the new academic session.
The state government has taken the decisive step of introducing a range of courses across various institutions from August 2023.
Government Hydro Engineering College Bilaspur will offer the Bachelor of Technology (BTech) program in Computer Science and Engineering with a specialisation in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.
This course has been approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU).

Delhi Education Minister Explores Partnership with University College London to Transform MCD Sch...

Delhi Education Minister Atishi embarked on a visit to the United Kingdom with a significant agenda: exploring a potential partnership with University College London (UCL) to revolutionise the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) schools.
The collaboration aims to introduce the best pedagogical and educational practices to the classrooms, thereby elevating the standard of education in the national capital.
The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has long prioritised education, and now the focus extends to MCD schools. The aim is to transform these institutions into world-class educational establishments.

India's First Device to Turn Eye Signs into Speech Developed by Amrita University Researchers

Researchers at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham's Humanitarian Technology (HuT) Labs achieved a groundbreaking innovation by developing India's first-ever device that enables individuals with a speech impairment to communicate using simple eye signs.
The device, named 'Netravaad', incorporates advanced technology and a customised AI algorithm to convert eye signs into alphabets, words, and sentences, revolutionising communication for those with speech disabilities.
This breakthrough invention has the potential to transform the lives of millions of individuals who face challenges in verbal expression.
Netravaad, designed by the talented team at HuT Labs, comprises essential components such as a camera, display, speaker, controller, and rechargeable battery.

Jun 19, 2023

IIT Madras Researchers Devise a Mathematical Model on 'Prospect Theory'

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Researchers devised a mathematical model on contract farming to predict farmers' delivery of commodities using a decision-theoretic framework based on the 'Prospect Theory.'
The development of the model is targeted to aid policymakers in designing mechanisms that would encourage more firms to offer advance-payment contracts.
The model will help calculate the upper and lower bounds of the contracted commodity that ought to be delivered and define the firm's production quantity. This will enable the profitability limits to be set with more precision than existing methods.
The IIT Madras model, based on contract farming, also suggests the optimal timing for paying the advances to the farmers using two different strategies - one that favors the firm's profit maximisation objective, while the other only maximises its marginal cost savings from contracting to create a socially inclusive payment policy.

Karnataka Government Orders Textbook Revision with 18 Changes

The Karnataka government ordered revision in the content of Kannada and Social Science textbooks of Classes VI to X, with 18 major changes, including 15 replacements of lessons. The Congress, ahead of the elections, had promised to undo some of the changes made in the textbooks during the previous BJP regime if voted to power.
Among the significant changes announced by the Karnataka Textbook Society are replacing RSS founder K.B. Hedgewar's 'Nijavada Adarsha Purusha Yaragabeku' with 'Sukumara Swamiya Kathe' by Shivakotyacharya in Class X Kannada textbook and 'Kalavannu Geddavaru' by K.T. Gatti on Hindutva ideologue V.D. Savarkar with 'Blood Group' by Vijayamala Ranganath in Class VIII Kannada textbook.
While the government had earlier said that there would be 45 changes in textbooks, the number of changes was restricted keeping in mind the possible confusion it can create among students who have already received the textbooks.
The revisions would be sent to all schools as corrigendum, and the changes would also be announced on the department's website, said the government's order.

Jun 18, 2023

Jharkhand Governor Urges Universities to Prioritise Job-oriented Education for Students

Jharkhand Governor C. P. Radhakrishnan emphasised the importance of a job-oriented curriculum in universities during a review meeting with vice-chancellors and registrars from various universities in the state.
The governor urged universities to focus on equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to secure employment opportunities. This initiative aims to create a better future for students by aligning educational programs with industry demands.
The governor's call for a job-oriented curriculum signifies a shift in the traditional approach to higher education. The focus is now on integrating practical skills, industry exposure, and relevant knowledge into the syllabus.
This shift aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, allowing students to seamlessly transition into the workforce.

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