Serum Institute of India's New 'High Efficacy' Malaria Vaccine Rolls Out in Africa
A new "high efficacy" malaria vaccine co-developed by the Serum Institute of India (SII) and the University of Oxford was officially rolled out when Cote d'Ivoire in West Africa became the first country to begin administering R21/Matrix-M.
The vaccine, which was granted World Health Organisation (WHO) approval last year (2023), is said to have undergone a rigorous regulatory process and clinical assessment and was found to be highly effective and affordable. As a low-dose vaccine, it can be manufactured at speed and scale which is seen as critical to stemming the spread of the mosquito-borne disease.
IIM-Mumbai Joins CFA Institute University Affiliation Programme
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai joined the CFA Institute University affiliation programme. The affiliation aligns with the stature of IIM Mumbai's Master in Business Administration (MBA). This collaboration will foster the growth of adept managers and leaders by delivering top-tier management education in India.
The University Affiliation Programme of the CFA aims to equip graduates with the essential tools for professional growth, ensuring their preparedness to excel in the evolving investment management landscape.
Punjab's Fazilka District Introduces 'Bag-free' Day to Enhance Student Well-being
The Fazilka district administration in Punjab introduced a 'bag-free day' initiative in government primary schools to encourage creativity and provide a stress-free learning environment for students. Starting a few days ago, this initiative allows students to leave their school bags at home on the last Saturday of every month.
On these 'bag-free' days, traditional classes are replaced with co-curricular activities such as rafting, storytelling, class discussions, and yoga. Fazilka District Education Officer Shiv Pal highlighted that these activities aim to promote a stress-free learning experience, foster creativity, and support the holistic development of children.
IIM Sambalpur to Mentor Small Business Owners in Vernacular Language
In order to transform and promote business while preserving culture and heritage, IIM Sambalpur organised second edition of a 12-day weekend certificate programme called the 'Small Business Management Training Programme' for Master Weavers of Western Odisha in support with SIDBI. Conducted under the aegis of the Centre for Responsible Business, the programme is focused on various subjects including design, digital marketing, GST, Financial Management, Operation and communication skills.
Jul 15, 2024
Shah Inaugurates 'PM College of Excellence' in 55 MP Districts
Union Home Minister Amit Shah virtually inaugurated 'Prime Minister's College of Excellence' for all 55 districts in Madhya Pradesh and hailed Narendra Modi's farsightedness in bringing in the New Education Policy amid the aim of making India a developed country by 2047.
Speaking at the main programme held at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Arts and Commerce College in Indore, which has been developed as a PM College of Excellence, Shah praised MP for implementing the NEP ahead of other states.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, and the state's Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar, among others, also addressed the gathering on the occasion.
Bihar's First Transgender Sub-Inspectors Make History
In a groundbreaking achievement, Manvi Madhu Kashyap and two other transgender individuals made history by becoming the first transwoman sub-inspectors in Bihar Police. Despite facing rejection and discrimination from coaching centres, Kashyap persevered and cleared the Bihar Police Subordinate Selection Commission (BPSSC) exams. Her success marks a significant milestone for transgender rights and representation in law enforcement.
Kashyap's journey was fraught with challenges due to societal prejudices against her transgender identity. Rejected by multiple coaching centers in Patna, she persisted in her preparations, driven by a determination to succeed against all odds.
Jul 14, 2024
East India's First Disabled Varsity at Ranchi: Jharkhand
The Jharkhand government is working on a plan to open eastern India's first university for physically challenged students in Ranchi (Jharkhand). The proposed university will offer education according to the needs of students with disabilities. Higher and Technical Education Minister Champai Soren directed officials to prepare a proposal to open the university for physically challenged students in Ranchi.
CBSE Gets Affiliated with School Games Federation of India
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) formalised its affiliation with the School Games Federation of India (SGFI). This partnership will allow winners of the CBSE National Games to participate in the SGFI National School Games starting from the 2024-25 academic year.
CBSE also issued a caution against an organisation named the CBSE Board School Games Welfare Society (CBSE-WSO) in Agra, which falsely claims affiliation with CBSE to organise sports events. Schools have been advised to avoid any engagement with this entity as it is not officially recognised by CBSE.
Jul 13, 2024
IIT Madras to Provide Rs. 5 crore to Sports Start-ups; to Introduce 4-Year Course on Sports Science
The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M) announced that they will provide an investment of up to Rs. 5 crore to selected sports start-ups for a period of five years. In a two day sports tech start-ups conclave which taook place in New Delhi, the institute announced that they aim to support at least 200 sports tech start-ups, in a period of five years.
The funding for the selected start-ups will be provided by the IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies.
Jul 12, 2024
Meghalaya to Include QR Codes in School Textbooks to Help Students
The Meghalaya government is set to integrate QR codes into school textbooks, allowing students to access additional information using smartphones,
According to Education Secretary A. Marak, this initiative aims to enhance students' time management skills and empower them with supplementary knowledge options.
IP University's New Courses Get Pharmacy Council Approval
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) approved multiple new pharmacy courses to be run in the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) from the 2024-25 academic session. The courses include – DPharm, BPharm, MPharm in pharmaceutics, pharmacology, phytopharmacy and phytomedicine and pharmaceutical chemistry.
As a first, these courses will be introduced on the university campus. All the programmes will be run under the Centre of Excellence in Pharmaceutical Sciences (CEPS). At present CEPS is running two PG programmes – MSc in medicinal chemistry and drug design and MSc in bioinformatics and PhD programme in pharmaceutical chemistry.
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