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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - August 2023

Aug 2023

Dec 17, 2023

Central Tribal University to Be Set Up in Telangana

The Parliament passed the Central Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2023 bill to establish a central tribal university in Telangana. The bill was passed by Rajya Sabha through a voice vote after it was cleared by Lok Sabha. The university will be built at a cost of ₹900 crore. The university is expected to be set up in Mulugu and is named after tribal goddesses Sammakka and Sarakka.
As per the state and objects of the Central Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2023, the Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University aims to fulfil regional aspirations by enhancing access and quality of higher education in Telangana. The new university is expected to promote higher education and research along with tribal art, culture, customs and technological advancements for the tribal population of India.

OnePlus Announces Scholarship for IIT Madras Students

Global technology brand OnePlus announced a scholarship fund in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras). The financial scholarship program 'Never Settle' is open to new and existing students at the IIT Madras in the undergraduate (BTech) programme.
Students will be evaluated as per the merit-cum-means eligibility criteria by IIT Madras, which will manage the scholarship review process. The Never Settle Scholarship programme, as per OnePlus, is committed to easing the financial burden of education by offering substantial scholarships to deserving students.

Dec 16, 2023

CBSE, British Council Collaborate for School Education Conference

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) collaborated with British Council, the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, organised a landmark School education conference.
This two-day conference was conducted with the aim of exploring and sharing knowledge on innovative teaching methodologies for school education across India. It was inaugurated by Sanjay Kumar, Secretary School Education and attended by representatives and policy makers from 300 schools and educational institutions, state and central government and apex body leaders, including the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), National Curriculum Framework Committee (NCF) and school boards from across the country.

IIT Kanpur, Kotak Launch 'School of Sustainability'

The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT-K) and the Kotak Mahindra Bank launched the Kotak School of Sustainability – India's first fully integrated school of sustainability at IIT Kanpur.
This initiative was taken with the thought that global warming poses a serious threat to our existence, manifesting in untimely natural calamities, pollution, and biodiversity loss.

Dec 15, 2023

IIT Kanpur Hosts Inaugural Judgement and Decision Making India Conference

The inaugural Judgement and Decision-Making (JDM) India conference, a historic milestone in decision science, was held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur. The event was co-convened by Dr. Arjun Ramakrishnan, a neuroscientist and decision researcher from IIT Kanpur, and convened by Dr. Sumitava Mukherjee, a decision researcher, and behavioural scientist from IIT Delhi.
The JDM field delved into the science of Judgement and Decision-Making, covering fundamental cognitive and neural processes influencing decisions. Discussions spanned applied areas pivotal in various spheres of life, business, and society, encompassing diverse topics such as neuroeconomics, behavioural economics, rationality, perception of risk, artificial intelligence, and algorithmic decisions.

Madhya Pradesh Government to Set up PM College of Excellence in all Districts of the State

Madhya Pradesh government will set up PM College of Excellence in all districts of the state. The decision to this effect was taken at the first Cabinet meeting chaired by new Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in Bhopal.
In Madhya Pradesh, the government will upgrade one college in every district out of total 570 government colleges as "PM College of Excellence". More than Rs. 460 crore will be spent on the development of these colleges.
Apart from this, degree and mark sheets of students in all government and private universities will be uploaded in DigiLocker.

Dec 14, 2023

Jawaharlal Nehru University Bans Protests on Campus

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) imposed new rules significantly restricting protests and demonstrations on campus. Students who flout these regulations will face penalties ranging from hefty fines to expulsion.
Earlier, protests within 100 metres of the administrative blocks, which house the offices of the Vice-Chancellor, registrar, and proctors, among others, were prohibited as per a High Court order.
However, the revised Chief Proctor Office (CPO) manual, approved in November 2023, prohibits protests within 100 meters of academic buildings, including classrooms and labs. This extends restrictions previously imposed around administrative blocks.
Violating these restrictions can result in a fine of Rs. 20,000 or even expulsion from the campus. Besides, any activity deemed "anti-national" or inciting intolerance towards religion, caste, or community is punishable with a Rs. 10,000 fine.

Dec 13, 2023

Lakshadweep Schools to Shift to CBSE English Medium

The Lakshadweep administration announced a major shift in its education system by deciding to transform all schools under the Department of Education in the union territory from Malayalam to CBSE English medium.
The Director of Education in the union territory issued an order in this regard.
Beginning from the academic year 2024-25, all schools under the department will exclusively admit students under the CBSE English medium stream from grade 1 onwards.

IIM Kozhikode, Emeritus Launch Chief Product Officer Programme; CAT Score Not Needed

The prestigious Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) launched the first batch of the Chief Product Officer programme in India in partnership with Emeritus. This new programme is aimed at helping existing and emerging product leaders combine product capabilities, data, and insights to power up a product strategy and roadmap.

Jamia Millia Islamia to Offer FYUP with Flexible Entry and Exit Options

In a significant development, Jamia Millia Islamia University is set to introduce four-year undergraduate programmes (FYUP) with multiple entry and exit options, starting from the academic session 2024-2025. University officials announced this move, aligning the shift with the National Education Policy (NEP) of 2020.
Currently, the university's undergraduate programmes follow a three-year format. However, a notification released in December revealed that the Vice Chancellor, Najma Akhtar, approved the recommendations for amendments in Ordinance 15-B (XV-B) (Academic) to implement the UGC Guidelines on Multiple Entry and Exit Academic Programmes Offered in Higher Education Institutions.
Under the innovative multiple exit and entry options, students exiting after one year will receive a certificate, while those leaving after two years will be eligible for a diploma. Students who complete three years will be conferred with a bachelor's degree. The full four-year duration will lead to a bachelor's degree with honours or research.

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