CBSE Organises Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness Workshop
The Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, in collaboration with DAV Public School, Uppal's Southend, Sector-49, Gurugram, held an impactful workshop on Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness.
The workshop brought together over 150 principals from CBSE schools across Delhi NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan. This workshop provided a vital platform to address the rising concern about substance abuse among youth, fostering awareness and collective action.
The workshop was inaugurated by Ajay Kumar (IAS), Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram.
GSEB Gujarat Adopts Board Exam Format for Classes 9 and 11
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) revised the Class 9 and Class 11 exam patterns. The revised format mirrors the GSEB Class 10 and Class 12 board 2025 exams. The question paper structure will now comprise 70 per cent descriptive and 30 per cent objective questions.
The change in the GSEB 2025 Class 9 and Class 11 paper pattern seeks to standardise exam patterns across classes and ensure a smoother transition for students progressing to Class 10 and 12 board exams.
Jan 16, 2025
The Ministry of Education, Government of India Initiates the APAAR ID
The Ministry of Education and Government of India has initiated the APAAR ID, known as the "One Nation One Student ID Card." This groundbreaking program aims to digitally centralise academic data, including degrees, scholarships, rewards, and other credits for students. In this article, we will provide you with detailed information about the benefits of the APAAR ID and how to download it from the official website.
The One Nation One Student ID Card, APAAR ID, is a significant step towards a more organised and accessible academic experience for students in India. By registering and downloading your APAAR ID, you can unlock various benefits and conveniently store your academic records. With thousands of institutes and millions of students already benefiting from this program, it's a promising development in the education sector.
Full form of APAAR ID stands for "Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry." The Government of India introduced the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC Bank) to administer the issuance of APAAR ID cards. These cards function as a registry within the educational system, commonly known as an 'EduLocker.'
Jan 15, 2025
Karnataka Opposes Draft UGC Guidelines on Vice-Chancellor Appointments
Joining the chorus of non-BJP-ruled states, the Karnataka government wrote to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, raising strong objections to the draft University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations, 2025, particularly the provisions regarding the appointment of vice-chancellors. State Higher Education Minister M. C. Sudhakar termed the provisions a direct assault on the federal structure and said they undermined the state's role in higher education governance.
IIT-Bombay Launches e-Postgraduate Diploma in E-mobility
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay announced the launch of a new programme on e-Postgraduate Diploma in E-mobility. The new programme will be of 18-months duration and will be starting in March 2025.
The ePG diploma programme is designed and delivered by IIT Bombay faculty with Great Learning as the EdTech partner. Upon successful completion, a graduation ceremony in the IIT Bombay campus will be held and participants will be conferred alumni status.
Jan 14, 2025
IIM Sambalpur Launches MBA in Business Analytics with Dual Degree Option
IIM Sambalpur introduced an MBA programme in Business Analytics at its Delhi Campus. The course will impart students with knowledge in management education with analytical and technological competencies. Candidates with a high CAT (Common Admission Test) percentile and a STEM academic background with one year of relevant experience can apply for the admission process.
The institute signed an MoU with the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand for a dual-degree course to provide students with interdisciplinary education.
The dual-degree programme will have a STEM education framework wherein Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics disciplines will be taught in conjunction with management principles.
Jan 13, 2025
BMCRI to Set Up South India's First Infectious Disease Research Lab
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) was selected by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to establish South India's first Infectious Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (IRDL). This initiative aims to enhance the diagnostic and research capabilities for infectious diseases in the region. The laboratory will focus on diseases caused by bacteria, fungi, and parasites, facilitating faster diagnosis and improving healthcare outcomes. This project is part of a larger national effort to build specialised labs in medical colleges across India.
The IRDL will provide diagnostic services and research on infectious diseases caused by bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
It aims to reduce the need to send samples to other states, ensuring quicker and more accurate results within Bengaluru.
First Sports University in Bihar Gets University Grants Commission Recognition
The University Grants Commission (UGC) officially recognised Bihar's first sports university, located in Rajgir, Nalanda district. With this recognition under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, the university can now launch academic programmes in physical education and sports sciences.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the Bihar Sports University and the state's first sports academy on National Sports Day, in August 2023. The university is part of the International Sports Complex in Rajgir, aimed at promoting sports education and training in the region.
The university announced that academic courses would begin in the 2025–2026 academic session. These courses will include diplomas and postgraduate diplomas in sports coaching (covering two or three sports), diplomas and postgraduate diplomas in yoga, and a four-year Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd) programme.
World's First Robotic Hand Exoskeleton by IIT Kanpur Transforms Stroke Recovery
Stroke recovery is often a slow, uncertain journey, but IIT Kanpur introduced a major innovation to change that. The institute developed the world's first Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)-based Robotic Hand Exoskeleton to assist stroke patients in regaining mobility more effectively.
This unique device bridges the gap between physical therapy and brain engagement, actively involving the patient's brain during rehabilitation. It employs a closed-loop control system combining three critical components:
A Brain-Computer Interface that captures signals from the brain's motor cortex
A robotic hand exoskeleton that facilitates therapeutic movements
Software that synchronises brain signals with the exoskeleton, providing real-time feedback
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