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Jun 10, 2025

IIM Calcutta, Emeritus Launch AI Focused Strategic Marketing Programme

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) launched a new executive education programme titled 'Strategic Marketing for Leaders: Leveraging AI for Growth,' in collaboration with Emeritus. The 18-week online programme is designed for mid- to senior-level professionals aiming to integrate AI-driven strategies into their marketing functions. The new course is aimed at addressing the increasing demand for marketing professionals with AI expertise.

Jun 09, 2025

IIT Bhilai Partners with French Institute for International Degree Collaboration

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhilai signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Institut Mines-Tlcom (IMT) Nord Europe in France to enhance academic and research cooperation between India and France. The agreement was signed by Prof. Rajiv Prakash, Director of IIT Bhilai, on behalf of the institute.
This MoU aims to promote mutual collaboration in areas of common interest. It will support both institutions in their academic goals and also contribute to the broader educational, social, and cultural development of their regions.
As part of the agreement, undergraduate and postgraduate students from IIT Bhilai will get a chance to study in France and pursue joint degrees.
The collaboration will focus on specific subject areas including Mechanical Engineering, Polymer and Composite Materials, Mechatronics, and Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence.

Jun 07, 2025

SSC Launches Mobile-Based Application Process for Government Job Aspirants

In a big push towards making government job applications easier and more accessible, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) launched a fully upgraded version of its mySSC mobile app. The app, now live, allows candidates -- especially those from rural areas -- to fill and submit their applications for SSC exams entirely through their mobile phones.
Candidates can now complete the full application process on the app, including Aadhaar-based OTP and face authentication.
The app, developed in partnership with Cubastion Consulting, is part of a broader effort to make the entire SSC recruitment cycle—from registration to final selection—more secure, transparent, and user-friendly.

Jun 04, 2025

Mahindra University Appoints Dr. Jayaram Raghunath as Dean of its School of Law

Mahindra University announced the appointment of Dr. Jayaram Raghunath as the new Dean of its School of Law.
Dr. Raghunath is an academician, legal educator and researcher with over 25 years of diverse experience in law, spanning corporate practice, academia and institutional leadership.
Prior to this, he served as Dean at GD Goenka University and Manipal University, Jaipur.

IGNOU Launches MBA in Hindi and Odia to Break Language Barriers

In a step toward inclusive education, the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) introduced its flagship MBA programme in Hindi and Odia. This move aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which champions multilingual learning and broader access to professional courses.
The aim is clear: make management education more accessible to students who are more comfortable learning in their native languages. With these new offerings, IGNOU hopes to make business studies less intimidating and more relatable for learners from non-English-speaking backgrounds.

Jun 03, 2025

Dhirubhai Ambani University School of Law Signs MoU with International Law Institute Washington DC

The Dhirubhai Ambani University - School of Law entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Law Institute (ILI), Washington DC, for international legal training and development.
The MoU signifies a robust academic partnership grounded in mutual collaboration, knowledge exchange, and a shared commitment to excellence in legal education, international development, and capacity building.
The agreement was formally signed by Deputy Director, ILI, Robert Sargin, in the presence of Chairman, Prof Don Wallace Jr, and President, ILI, Stuart Kerr.
Representing the Dhirubhai Ambani University - School of Law was Founding Faculty Member, Former International Civil Servant, Prof (Dr) Manuj Bhardwaj, with Founding Director of the School of Law, Prof (Dr) Avinash Dadhich, who was instrumental in advancing the partnership.
As part of the MoU, the institutions have committed to advancing a wide array of cooperative initiatives.

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