IIT Bhubaneswar and MOSart Labs Launch Diploma in Chip Design
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with MOSart Labs, introduced a professional diploma programme in semiconductor technology and chip design for engineering graduates. MOSart Labs, a private organisation, focusses on providing skill training for professionals.
The course is designed to enhance the skills of engineering graduates and prepare them for careers in various aspects of very-large-scale integration (VLSI). This includes semiconductor technology, analog and digital design, design verification, physical and layout design, as well as testing and validation.
Nov 09, 2024
West Bengal Introduces CCTV and Live-streaming for MBBS Exams
The West Bengal University of Health Sciences implemented new measures for conducting MBBS exams in the state's medical colleges. In line with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) introduced under the guidance of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who also serves as the state's Health Minister, all MBBS exams will now be conducted under CCTV surveillance and live-streamed for additional oversight.
To maintain exam integrity, answer sheets will no longer display student names but will use barcodes for identification. Seating arrangements will also follow an alternating odd-even roll number pattern to discourage copying among students.
These measures align with demands from junior doctors who advocated for stricter examination protocols after a recent tragic incident at a hospital, where a woman medic was allegedly assaulted and killed in August.
Nov 08, 2024
Ayurveda Biology Now a Subject in NET Exam
UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) 2024 for the first time included 'Ayurveda Biology' as one of its subjects, marking a significant step toward blending traditional knowledge systems with mainstream academic fields.
This decision, aimed at promoting Ayurveda within the educational framework, was approved during the University Grants Commission's (UGC) 581st meeting, based on proposals from an expert panel.
Nov 07, 2024
IIT Delhi Becomes India's Top Institute, Overtakes IIT Bombay: QS Asia University Rankings
The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT-D) earned the top spot in India in the 'QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025', thanks to improvements in eight indicators, most prominently, staff with PhD, in which it climbed by 58 places.
Meanwhile, the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) got the second spot.
Regionally, IIT Delhi climbed to 44th rank from 46th rank, taking the national top position and overtaking last year's leader, IIT Bombay which slipped from 40th rank to the 48th rank regionally.
It is not just IIT Bombay that saw a decline, some other top varsities such as IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IISc and IIT Kanpur also observed a drop in their rankings. While IIT Bombay fell by eight ranks, IIT Madras saw a drop of three years (from 53 to 56 this year). The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and IIT Kanpur saw a decline of four ranks each as IISc fell from 58 to 62 this year and IIT-K fell from 63 to 67 this year. IIT Kharagpur, however, saw a decline of only one rank as it fell from 59 to 60th rank this year.
Nov 06, 2024
IIT Kanpur to Consider Olympiad Scores for Admission to BTech-BS Programmes
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur will admit students to its BTech and BS programmes through Olympiads. This new admission pathway will apply to five departments: Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Economics, and Mathematics and Statistics.
The Olympiad-based admissions initiative is designed to provide opportunities for the brightest minds who have excelled in international competitions.
Celebrate Swami Vivekananda's Legacy at ICSI's Yuvotsav 2025
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) opened registration for Yuvotsav 2025, a vibrant event celebrating Swami Vivekananda's 162nd birth anniversary. Set for January 11-12, 2025, in Ahmedabad, the event will feature a range of competitions under the slogan 'Future meets Present', aiming to engage and inspire the youth.
Yuvotsav 2025 will feature 23 unique competitions, all held in person, to highlight participants' diverse talents.
Some of the events are: Business Idea Pitch: Present your business idea within 2 minutes, Essay Writing Competition, Tongue Twister Challenge ('Zuban Sambhal Kar'), Slogan Writing Competition, Arm Wrestling, Fashion Show - Ethnic Indian
Quiz (Prashnavali), Group Dance ('Payal ki Jhankaar') and Poster Making ('Poster Kala Pradarshan').
Additional activities include storytelling, rapid chess, debate, calligraphy, and more. These competitions offer students an opportunity to showcase creativity, cultural pride, and intellectual prowess.
Interested and eligible ICSI students can register for the event by visiting the official ICSI website.
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