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Nov 09, 2023

UGC Notifies Regulations for Foreign Varsities to Set Up India Campus

Close on the heels of Australia's Western Sydney University announcing plans to establish an independent campus in Bangalore, the University Grant Commission (UGC) notified regulations permitting foreign universities ranked among the world's top 500 to set up branch campuses in India, decide their admission process, fee structure, and also repatriate funds to their parent campuses.
Two or more than two universities can collaborate to set up campuses in India, provided each institution meets the eligibility criteria individually. Each foreign university can set up more than one campus in India. However, they shall make a separate application for each proposed campus to the commission.
The guidelines were notified almost 10 months after the draft was made public for feedback. Based on the inputs, the final regulations have been tweaked. For instance, the final rules mandate that foreign universities should ensure that international faculty appointed to teach at the Indian campuses stay in the country for at least a semester.
Also, the final rules have increased the time period for the standing committee to process applications from 45 days to 60 days. The recommendations of the committee should be placed before the UGC in 60 days, as opposed to 45 days in the draft regulations.

IIT Madras Appoints 'Student Ombuds' to Address Student Concerns

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Board of Governors appointed G. Thilakavathi IPS, former Director General of Police (DGP), Tamil Nadu, as 'Student Ombuds'.
In her role as Student Ombuds, G. Thilakavthi IPS will be overseeing and addressing concerns related to student grievances, safety, and disciplinary matters. Through her role, she will responsible for fostering and nurturing an inclusive atmosphere on the campus, ensuring that students have a supportive environment for their academic and personal growth.

Western Sydney University to set up Campus in Bengaluru

Western Sydney University (WSU), which is ranked 375th globally, is poised to become the third Australian university to set up a campus in India, following in the footsteps of Deakin University and the University of Wollongong.
Australian Education Minister Jason Clare said that Western Sydney University (WSU) is keen on establishing its independent campus in Bengaluru by 2025.

Nov 08, 2023

Board of Governors of IIM Calcutta Accepts Director Uttam Sarkar's Resignation

The Board of Governors of IIM Calcutta accepted the resignation of Director Uttam Kumar Sarkar.
The resignation was accepted with immediate effect.
Sarkar would continue as a professor in the MIS (Management Information Systems) Group of the institute.
Sahadeb Sarkar, a professor in the Operations Management Group of the Institute, was appointed as Director-in-Charge in accordance with the provisions of the IIM Act 2017.
Uttam Sarkar had been appointed Director in August 2021 after the controversial exit of Anju Seth.

IIT Kanpur Launches a Centre of Excellence Called ATMAN to Monitor Air Quality

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) established a Centre of Excellence (CoE) named ATMAN (Advanced Technologies for Monitoring Air-quality iNdicators). The CoE is a significant step towards the Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative of the Government of India, focusing on building indigenous low-cost sensor manufacturing and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) capabilities to enhance air quality across urban and rural areas of India.
This initiative of establishing the Center of Excellence—ATMAN has firmly positioned the institute at the forefront of efforts to combat air pollution.
Through ATMAN, IIT Kanpur is dedicated to the meticulous evaluation of health risks associated with air pollutants, as well as a comprehensive review of air quality standards.

India Ranks 2nd in Employee Well-being, Japan Lowest

Japan ranked last in a global well-being survey, with issues stemming from its lifetime job security and increasing job uncertainty. In contrast, India excelled with a positive work culture.
A recent survey conducted by the McKinsey Health Institute sheds light on the well-being of employees across 30 countries, emphasizing factors such as physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. This survey highlights significant disparities in employee well-being, with Japan ranking at the bottom and India securing a notable position.

Nov 07, 2023

First Australia India Education &Skill Council meeting held at IIT Gujarat

The First Australia India Education and Skill Council (AIESC) meeting is being held at IIT Gandhinagar,Gujarat.
AIESC is a bi-national body established in 2011 to guide the strategic direction of the education and research partnerships between the two countries.
Aim: To provide a platform for academic and skill experts to discuss a wide range of mutually agreed priorities, with the ultimate aim of shaping the future of education and skilling in both our nations.

CBSE to open new administrative Office in UAE

In a significant development for the Indian expatriate community in the United Arab Emirates, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan held a meeting with the Principals of Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) affiliated schools in Dubai.
One of the significant announcements made during the meeting was the acceptance of a long-standing demand by CBSE schools to open a regional administrative office in UAE, recognizing the country's central role in overseeing CBSE-affiliated schools in the GCC region.
The new office is set to come in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE. This decision is expected to streamline operations and enhance the educational experience for students and teachers in these schools.
The meeting was marked by a sense of unity and inclusion, encapsulated in the phrase "Vasudaiva Kutumbakam," which translates to "the world is one family." This move towards greater inclusivity is a promising development for the Indian expatriate community and the education sector in the UAE.

'AI' named Collins Word of the Year for 2023

The abbreviation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been named the Collins Word of the Year for 2023.
Lexicographers at Collins Dictionary said use of the term had "accelerated" and that it had become the dominant conversation of 2023.
We know that AI has been a big focus this year in the way that it has developed and has quickly become as ubiquitous and embedded in our lives as email, streaming or any other once futuristic, now everyday technology," Collins managing director Alex Beecroft said.
The word "permacrisis", defined as "an extended period of instability and insecurity" was the Collins word of the year in 2022.

Nov 06, 2023

First Australia India Education and Skill Council (AIESC) meeting to be held tomorrow at IIT Gand...

The First Australia India Education and Skill Council (AIESC) meeting will be held at IIT Gandhinagar in Gujarat today.
The Ministry of Education said that the AIESC, earlier the Australian India Education Council (AIEC), is a bi-national body established in 2011 to guide the strategic direction of the education, training, and research partnerships between the two countries.
The scope of this forum was enhanced in alignment with the national priorities of both countries to bring focus on promoting internationalisation, two-way mobility, and collaboration in the domains of education as well as the skill ecosystem. This is the first time that education and skilling are being brought under the same institutional forum.
The meeting will be jointly chaired by Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Australian Education Miniaster Jason Clare and Brendan O'Connor, Minister for Skills and Training, Government of Australia.
This meeting will provide a platform for academic and skill experts to discuss a wide range of mutually agreed priorities, with the ultimate aim of shaping the future of education and skilling in both our nations.

IIT Kanpur's Innovative Solution: 'Artificial Rains' to Tackle Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has a quick-fix solution to offer to Delhi and its neighbouring regions choking in toxic air – it can help the city wash down pollutants and dust with "artificial rains".
Artificial rain, also known as cloud seeding, is a weather modification technique that has been developed to induce precipitation by altering the microphysical processes within clouds.
This method has gained considerable attention due to its potential to address water scarcity issues, manage droughts, and enhance agricultural productivity.
Understanding the science behind artificial rain is crucial for various competitive exams, as it encompasses a wide range of concepts and applications.

India Leads in Workplace Burnout: 59% Report Burnout Symptoms, Reveals Survey

A recent survey conducted by the McKinsey Health Institute in 2023 shed light on the state of employees' well-being in workplaces, with India taking the lead in workplace burnout.
According to the survey, a staggering 59% of Indian respondents reported experiencing burnout symptoms.

Nov 02, 2023

OneStep's Global Education Conclave 2023 held in New Delhi, experts discuss India's National Educ...

The OneStep's Global Education Conclave 2023 was held in New Delhi on the theme of "Empowering Minds & Igniting Global Journeys: Unveiling India's Higher Education Advantage".
According to a press release by OneStep Global, the event delved into the key components of India's new education policy and its influence on internationalisation efforts by global and international universities with a series of discussions by dignitaries from the government and the education sector.

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