French Institute Ecole Polytechnique Signs Agreements with Two IITs
A leading academic institution in France signed specific agreements with two IITs to foster a deeper exchange of knowledge between the two countries.
The agreements were signed during the visit of President and Director General of Ecole Polytechnique, Laura Chaubard, to India.
Ecole Polytechnique was founded in 1794 with the aim of providing the country with engineers trained to the highest level.
Ecole Polytechnique signed specific agreements with IIT-Delhi and IIT-Bombay.
Based on these agreements, Ecole Polytechnique reinforced its relationship with IIT-Delhi, and explored collaboration with IIT Bombay.
India Launches 'Study in India' Campaign at UAE Education Show
India officially launched its 'Study in India' campaign at the 20th International Education Show in Sharjah, aiming to attract international students to its universities. The initiative, organised by EdCIL under the Ministry of Education, is a significant step in positioning India as a global education hub. The India Pavilion was inaugurated by Ahmed Mohamed Obaid Al Naboodah from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yatin Patil, Deputy Consul General of India in Dubai.
The 'Study in India' program highlights over 590 Indian universities, offering diverse courses along with benefits like fee waivers and scholarships. This initiative underscores India's commitment to providing quality education at affordable rates, particularly for students from developing countries.
Dr. B. Chandrashekhar, Executive Director of EdCIL, emphasised the importance of the Study in India portal, which streamlines the application process for international students. This centralised platform allows students to explore programs, apply to various institutions, and manage visas in one place. The program also encourages joint academic and research initiatives with international institutions.
The International Education Show, organised in collaboration with the Sharjah Private Education Authority, is one of the fastest-growing higher education exhibitions, featuring over 100 universities from more than 20 countries. This event not only showcases educational opportunities but also highlights India's evolving role in global education.
IIT Madras Launches Quantitative Research Lab
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) launched a new research lab focused on Quantitative Finance. AlphaGrep Securities, a quantitative trading and investment firm, is providing CSR Funding of Rs. 5.65 crore towards the establishment of this lab.
The 'AlphaGrep Quantitative Research Lab' will conduct Exploratory Research Projects in the areas of AI for quantitative finance, including research in financial markets and its microstructure, quantitative investment management and quantitative risk management, among other areas.
Oct 11, 2024
DU Colleges Plan to Offer Diplomas, Certification Courses in East Asian Languages
Three Delhi University, DU colleges, are likely to introduce advanced diploma and certification programmes in East Asian languages. Ramjas College, Hansraj College, and Ram Lal Anand College have submitted proposals to the university's Academic Council to launch these new courses.
The Academic Council is set to meet on October 10 to review various policy proposals and report approvals from the Vice Chancellor.
As per the proposal, Ramjas College will offer an Advanced Diploma in Korean (KP-3), while Hansraj College aims to introduce a Certificate Course in Chinese (CP-1) along with Diploma courses in Korean (KP-2) and Japanese (JP-2).
Ram Lal Anand College will introduce Advanced Diplomas in Chinese (CP-3) and Japanese (JP-3). These programmes will be offered by the colleges under the Department of East Asian Studies.
The decision to launch these diploma and certificate courses was based on recommendations from the Faculty of Social Sciences during its August meeting.
Oct 10, 2024
IISc Bangalore Position Slips in Times Higher Education's World University Rankings 2025
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, slipped to the 251-300 band in the latest Times Higher Education's World University Rankings 2025, which were released. While it retained its position as the top Indian university, IISc failed to enter the global top 250.
The rankings of Anna University, Mahatma Gandhi University, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences and Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences improved with all four entering the 401-500 band.
The University of Oxford retained the number one position in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for the ninth year in a row followed by MIT. Moreover, US and UK universities dominate the top 10 position.
The UK-based Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 feature 2092 universities from over 100 countries and regions.
Jharkhand Doubles Students' Quota for Overseas Scholarships
The Jharkhand government doubled the quota of students eligible for the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship scheme from 25 to 50.
This was approved during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren.
NCERT Partners with Amazon for K-12 Books; to Triple-fold Publication of Textbooks
The National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT) will triple-fold the publication of textbooks and print 15 crore books this year, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced. The announcement was made at an event for the signing of a Letter of Engagement between NCERT and Amazon.
This partnership, formalised through a Letter of Engagement (LoE), guarantees that NCERT books will be available at Maximum Retail Price (MRP) across all serviceable pin codes in India, while ensuring that students have access to genuine learning material and resources.
Oct 09, 2024
India Has Eliminated Trachoma: WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared that the Government of India has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem becoming the third country in South-East Asia to achieve the milestone.
Trachoma is a bacterial infection that affects the eyes. It is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. Trachoma is contagious, spreading through contact with the eyes, eyelids, nose or throat secretions of infected people. If left untreated it causes irreversible blindness.
IIM Mumbai, Motilal Oswal Foundation Jointly Launch Motilal Oswal Knowledge Centre
The Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) joined hands with the Motilal Oswal Foundation (MOF) to develop a state-of-the-art learning and research hub.
The new facility, Motilal Oswal Knowledge Centre (MOKC), will act as a catalyst in IIM Mumbai's drive to improve academic infrastructure while reinforcing the Motilal Oswal Foundation's commitment to elevating educational standards nationwide.
This new centre is designed to foster innovation and knowledge sharing in key disciplines such as capital markets, business strategy, and financial research. The collaboration reflects the growing need for industry-aligned education that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, which is crucial for India's evolving workforce.
Bihar Government Launches Transfer Policy Focusing on Teachers with Health Issues
The Bihar government unveiled a new policy for the transfer and posting of government school teachers, prioritising individuals with serious illnesses and disabilities. Education Minister Sunil Kumar announced that all transfer applications will now be submitted exclusively online.
"The new transfer policy brings uniformity to transfers and postings of teachers of government schools in the state. It will not only provide relief to teachers but will also improve the quality of education.
The policy prioritises teachers facing health challenges, with preference given to those who are seriously ill, disabled, widowed, divorced, living alone, or part of a husband-wife teaching pair.
IIT Madras launches CyStar to Boost Cybersecurity Research and Innovation
In a bid to strengthen India's cybersecurity landscape, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) launched the Centre for Cybersecurity, Trust and Reliability (CyStar). The centre aims to foster both fundamental and applied research, focusing on safeguarding critical infrastructure and addressing the growing cybersecurity needs of industries such as finance, healthcare, automotive, and electronics.
CyStar will spearhead research in several cutting-edge fields, including blockchain technology, security for AI models, cryptography, quantum security, and IoT security. This research will not only enhance India's cybersecurity infrastructure but also stimulate innovations that can be applied globally.
The centre was inaugurated in a ceremony led by Professor V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, along with CyStar coordinators Professor Shweta Agrawal, Professor Chester Rebeiro, and Professor John Augustine, all from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Madras.
Oct 08, 2024
IIT Madras Pravartak to Train Engineering Students in Manufacturing, Production
IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation has partnered with SWAYAM Plus to launch a new initiative to train engineering students with mechanical, manufacturing, and production backgrounds with industry-ready technical skills.
The last date to apply is October 10. The training programme will be from October 14 to 26. Those interested can register through the following link – iitmpravartak.org.in/digital_mfg_practice.
This programme will provide hands-on training with a fee of Rs. 6,000 + GST. Accommodation will be offered at the IIT Madras campus at a cost of Rs 650 per day per student, which includes food and stay. Students can make accommodation requests can be made on/before October 10.
This course offers a practical approach to bridge the gap between theoretical engineering concepts and real-world manufacturing processes. Skills such as simple quantification, back-of-the-envelope calculations, quick engineering drawings, use of the right tools, classification/taxonomy fundamentals and systems approach to planning and execution will be introduced and strengthened.
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