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Oct 30, 2024

UP Launches Rs 5.86 crore Sanskrit Scholarship, Unveils Plans to Revive Gurukuls

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath introduced a Rs. 5.86 crore scholarship scheme specifically for Sanskrit students across the state, aiming to make this ancient language accessible to all.
Launched at Varanasi's Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, the initiative expands scholarships for 69,195 Sanskrit students, with funds directly transferred to their bank accounts.
The Chief Minister emphasised the need for all students to set up bank accounts to ensure secure and efficient fund distribution.
With a view to reinvigorating traditional education, CM Adityanath announced plans to revive the Gurukul-style residential schools in Uttar Pradesh.

Oct 29, 2024

IIT Madras Hosts First Pan IIT Summit to Enhance Student Governance Initiatives

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras hosted the first-ever 'Pan IIT Student Governance Summit' on October 26-27, 2024. This landmark event provided a collaborative platform for student leaders across the IITs to exchange insights and best practices, addressing the evolving landscape of higher education and the challenges faced by students today.
The summit focused on fostering strategic dialogue, empowering students to drive transformative changes in their institutions, and strengthening the collective impact of student governance across all IITs.

IIT-Kanpur, eduXLL Introduce Programme on ESG and Business Sustainability

The Indian Institute of Technology- Kanpur along with online higher educational start-up firm eduXLL, introduced a course on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Business Sustainability. The programme aims to equip participants with critical knowledge and practical insights into the evolving landscape of sustainable business practices.
Any interested candidate must have a graduation degree with 50 per cent marks from a recognised university along with a work experience of at least two years.

Oct 28, 2024

IIT-Roorkee, Rekhi Foundation to Jointly Establish Centre for Science of Happiness

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) and the Rekhi Foundation for Happiness signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a dedicated 'Centre for the Science of Happiness' at IIT Roorkee campus.
The Centre will focus on developing and delivering courses on the Science of Happiness, empowering students to lead lives enriched with positivity, emotional resilience, and purpose. It will also provide resources for hands-on learning through a dedicated Mind Lab, equipped with modern tools to foster practical understanding.

Ryan International, CM RISE, Kalvi International Bag World's Best School Prizes

Three schools from India were awarded the title of World's Best School Prizes 2024. This marks a breakthrough year, with Ryan International School in Delhi, CM RISE School Vinoba in Madhya Pradesh, and Kalvi International Public School in Tamil Nadu emerging victorious in different prize categories.
Each of these schools earned accolades for its unique approach to education, innovation, and community engagement.
Delhi's Ryan International School received the World's Best School Prize for Environmental Action.
Madhya Pradesh's CM RISE School Vinoba clinched the title in the Innovation category.
In the Community Choice Award category, Kalvi International Public School in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, emerged victorious, chosen from a shortlist of 50 schools.

Oct 27, 2024

IIM Shillong and SIDBI Collaborate to Foster Northeast Entrepreneurship

In a step to bolster entrepreneurship in India's Northeast, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong partnered with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). Through its IIM Shillong Foundation for Incubation and Enterprise (IIMSFIE), this collaboration introduces a structured entrepreneurship training and incubation programme.
Skill to Enterprise Model (STEM): This model aims to provide aspiring entrepreneurs with skills, knowledge, and mentorship essential for sustainable business creation.
18-Month Training: Targeting 30 selected participants, the programme includes classroom learning, hands-on experience, and extensive incubation support.

Oct 26, 2024

JNU Professor Mazhar Asif New Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia

President Droupadi Murmu appointed Prof Mazhar Asif as Jamia Millia Islamia's Vice-Chancellor, as per an official notification by the Ministry of Education.
The move came nearly a year after JMI's former V-C Najma Akhtar completed her tenure and vacated the seat. Akhtar's tenure ended on November 12, 2023.
Mazhar is a professor at the Centre of Persian and Central Asian Studies at JNU's School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies. Some of his administrative-level responsibilities include being a member of the drafting committee for the National Education Policy and of the National Monitoring Committee for Education, MHRD.

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