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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.

Jun 02, 2025

IIT Delhi Launches First BS Programme in Chemistry for JEE Advanced 2025 Qualifiers

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi introduced its first-ever Bachelor of Science (BS) programme in Chemistry, starting from the academic year 2025-26. The new four-year undergraduate programme will admit students through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025 via the JoSAA counselling portal.
The programme aims to encourage early multi-disciplinarity in chemical science education without compromising the depth expected from a pure science degree.
The curriculum is designed to prepare students for diverse roles in core chemistry-based industries, research, academia, and entrepreneurship. With a strong focus on both theoretical and practical aspects, the programme aims to develop technology leaders and researchers capable of addressing real-world challenges.

May 31, 2025

Goa Achieves Full Functional Literacy

Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, officially declared the State of Goa to be officially fully literate under the ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme), marking a significant milestone in India's journey towards achieving full literacy by 2030, as envisioned in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
This makes Goa the second state of the country to cross the nationally prescribed 95% benchmark for full literacy. The announcement was made during the grand celebration of Goa's 39th Statehood Day (May 30, 2025) at Dinanath Mangeshkar Kala Mandir, Panaji.

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