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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - December 2023

Dec 2023

May 13, 2024

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan Honoured with Honorary Doctorate by McGill University

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, a globally renowned leader in public health and infectious diseases, was named among the 10 exceptional individuals to receive an honorary degree from Canada's prestigious McGill University during the Spring 2024 Convocation ceremonies.
Swaminathan has had an illustrious career spanning over 40 years in clinical care and research. She joined the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2017 as the Deputy Director-General (Programmes) and was appointed as the organization's first Chief Scientist in March 2019, a role she served through the COVID-19 pandemic until late 2022.
McGill University, a public research institution in Montreal with a history spanning more than two centuries, grants honorary degrees to individuals "who have lifetime records of outstanding scholarly, scientific, or artistic achievement, or of exceptional contributions to the public good through professional or philanthropic activity."

May 12, 2024

IIT Bhilai, TeamLease EdTech Launch 3 New Advanced eMasters Courses

The Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai (IIT Bhilai) launched three advanced eMasters programme in partnership with TeamLease EdTech for working professionals, to up skill candidates in the evolving fields of electric vehicles (EVs), data science, and robotics.
The programmes launched by IIT Bhilai jointly are eMasters in advanced electrical vehicle systems, eMasters in applied mechatronics and robotics, and eMasters in data science & data analytics.
These online eMasters programs are mainly targeted toward working professionals and those learners who cannot dedicate full time to undergoing master's programs and their jobs. Also, eMasters courses include dedicated in-campus modules that offer students physical learning experience in an IIT environment and hands-on laboratory sessions.

IIT Guwahati, NSDC Introduce Daksh Gurukul Skill Academy for Credit Based Programs to Youths

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati introduced the Daksh Gurukul Skill Academy to provide credit-linked programs in new-age skills to the youth.
The academy was launched formally during a roundtable discussion on 'Capacity building for adoption of the New Education Policy and National Credit Framework' organized at IIT Guwahati and moderated by NSDC. The discussion centered on the comprehensive approach of empowering students with new-age employability skills by seamlessly integrating credits into mainstream degrees through credit transfer facilitated by the Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) under the National Credit Framework (NCrF).

UT Austin, Rice University Declared as Ivy League Schools

Two Texas schools, University of Texas (UT), in Austin and Rice University in Houston, joined the ranks of Ivy League institutions, according to Forbes.
The two institutions are attracting the smartest students and plaudits from employers.
The development came as a piece of great news for Indian international students who are enrolled in large numbers in these two Texas schools, especially after India surpassed China as top source of International graduate students.

May 11, 2024

Karnataka Scraps NEP's 4-year Degree Plan, Reverts to 3-year Degree Programme

The Karnataka government decided to revert from the NEP (National Education Policy) 2020 recommended four-year degree programme to the traditional three-year degree programme in public universities and affiliated colleges from the academic year 2024-25.
This move came following concerns raised by students and colleges regarding the lack of clarity and feasibility of the four-year degree programme under the NEP.
A government order was issued after considering recommendations made by the State Education Policy Commission, led by Professor Sukhdeo Thorat.
The commission recommended changes in the duration of the degree programme, curriculum structure, multidisciplinary curriculum, and multiple entry-exit features with certificate (after one year) or diploma (after two years).
The Karnataka government has decided to restrict the degree programme to three years and recommended three undergraduate curriculum frameworks (CFW). It allows for flexibility in majors and specialisations, with a focus on industry-relevant skill-based courses.
The National Education Policy of India 2020 (NEP 2020), which was started by the Union Cabinet of India on 29 July, 2020, outlines the vision of new education system of India. This new policy replaced the previous National Policy on Education, 1986. The policy is a comprehensive framework for elementary education to higher as well as vocational training in both rural and urban India.

IIT Madras, Birmingham University Partner for Masters in Sustainable Energy

Addressing the pressing global challenge of climate change, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and the University of Birmingham joined forces to introduce a pioneering master's programme in Sustainable Energy Systems.
This collaboration came on the heels of the successful launch of their first Joint Master's programme in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence last year (2023).
The interdisciplinary nature of the programme underscores its holistic approach to sustainable energy. It covers a broad spectrum of subjects, ranging from technology development and engineering to societal, economic, environmental, and policy aspects.

May 10, 2024

Top Medical Body Revises Dietary Guidelines For Nutrition, Obesity, Diabetes

The Indian Council of Medical Research and National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN) on Wednesday released a set of 17 dietary guidelines to prevent nutrient deficiencies, as well as address the rising risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases in India. The top research bodies said that the new guidelines, which include evidence-based food and lifestyle-related recommendations "underwent rigorous academic and scientific review". They "are designed as easily understandable and practicable approaches for ensuring diet diversity to meet the requirements of essential nutrients and prevent NCDs among people of all age groups across India".

May 09, 2024

Manipur Launches "School on Wheels" Initiative for Students in Relief Camps

Amidst the aftermath of ethnic strife and severe hailstorms, Manipur's government introduced the "School on Wheels" program, aiming to provide education to students sheltered in relief camps across the state. The initiative, inaugurated by Governor Anusuiya Uikey, entails a mobile educational setup equipped with a library, computers, and sports items, accompanied by a teacher, to visit various camps.
The "School on Wheels" initiative addresses the educational gap caused by the year-long ethnic conflict and subsequent displacement, particularly impacting the student population of Manipur. Governor Uikey emphasises the significance of reaching out to students in relief camps and providing them with essential education during this challenging period.

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