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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - July 2024

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Jun 27, 2025

CBSE Introduces Biannual Board Exams for Class 10 from 2026-27

  • The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced that Class 10 students will be allowed to appear for board exams twice a year starting from the 2026-27 academic session. While the first exam will remain mandatory, students who pass it will be given the option to improve their scores in up to three academic subjects through a second, optional examination. This significant shift aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
  • First Exam (Mandatory): Held in mid-February.
  • Second Exam (Optional): Held in May, only for students who pass the first exam.
  • Students may opt to reappear in up to 3 subjects from core areas: Science, Maths, Social Science, and two language papers.
  • Best of the two scores will be considered for the final mark sheet.

Jun 26, 2025

Nine New Medical Colleges to Come up in Odisha

  • The Odisha government unveiled plans to establish nine new medical institutions across the state, aiming to strengthen its healthcare infrastructure and improve access to medical education. The announcement was made by Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling during the Healthcare Summit 2025, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
  • Out of the nine institutions, four will be MBBS colleges located in Jagatsinghpur, Bhadrak, Dhenkanal, and Nabarangpur districts. These colleges are expected to offer 100 seats each and will help address the shortage of doctors in underserved regions of the state.
  • In addition to the MBBS colleges, the state will also set up four dental colleges in Burla, Berhampur, Bolangir, and Keonjhar. An Ayurvedic medical institute will be launched in Mayurbhanj district, providing opportunities in alternative medicine and traditional healthcare systems.

Jun 25, 2025

IIM Sambalpur Partners to Chart Odisha's Economic Policy Towards Net-Zero by 2050

  • Odisha, to become a leading state in the country -- both in terms of income and climate resilience -- has launched a new economic framework co-led by IIM Sambalpur.
  • In collaboration with the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) and the University of Maryland, the institute is helping shape a roadmap that ties together job creation, sustainable growth, and environmental protection.
  • At the centre of this initiative is Economic Transition Coalition Odisha (ETCO), a platform that brings together academic institutions, government, and industry to plan Odisha's shift towards a low-carbon and inclusive economy.

India Gets First School Made of Sugarcane Waste Bricks in Noida

  • A new school building made entirely from sugarcrete, a construction block made from sugarcane waste, opened in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, which became a turning point in low-carbon architecture in India.
  • The project is a collaboration between the University of East London (UEL), Indian manufacturer Chemical Systems Technologies (CST), and Panchsheel Balak Inter College (PBIC), where the structure now stands.
  • India stands at the top in sugarcane production globally, which means it is now possible to use alternatives to soil-made bricks in construction.

'Vidya Shakti': Andhra Pradesh's Digital Push to Empower Slow Learners

  • Andhra Pradesh took a progressive step in education with the launch of 'Vidya Shakti', a remedial learning initiative focused on slow learners in government schools.
  • Designed to improve academic performance, reduce dropout rates, and increase enrolment, the program marks a significant shift towards inclusive education.
  • 'Vidya Shakti' is an online remedial education programme that targets academically lagging students in Mathematics, Science, and English.
  • It uses technology-based tools and after-school sessions to bridge learning gaps.
  • The initiative is currently being rolled out in a phased manner across Andhra Pradesh.

Jun 24, 2025

Oliveboard Wins 'Outstanding Digital Test Preparation Solution Provider' at Education Excellence ...

  • Online exam preparation platform Oliveboard was recognised as the 'Outstanding Digital Test Preparation Solution Provider' at the prestigious ET Education Excellence Awards 2025, presented by The Economic Times. This recognition acknowledges Oliveboard's exceptional contribution to the digital learning landscape, particularly in the field of government competitive exam preparation.
  • This award is a testament to Oliveboard's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in the competitive exam preparation landscape.

Tripura Third State to Achieve Full Literacy

  • Tripura was declared fully literate under the 'ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme)', a centrally sponsored scheme implemented from 2022 to 2027.
  • Tripura CM Manik Saha said that Tripura had become the third state in the country — after Mizoram and Goa — to achieve full literacy, with the literacy rate soaring to 95.6%, a remarkable leap from just 20.24% in 1961.
  • He credited this achievement to the successful implementation of the ULLAS programme, in line with the vision of the National Education Policy-2020.
  • The official declaration was made at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan, Agartala, in the presence of distinguished dignitaries from the Centre and the state.

IIM Kozhikode, Emeritus Launch Commerce Senior Management Programme

  • IIM Kozhikode and Emeritus jointly launched a Commerce Senior Management Programme to equip leaders with AI, strategy, and digital transformation skills. It is designed for senior professionals aiming to elevate their leadership capabilities and gain a well-rounded perspective across finance, strategy, and digital transformation.
  • The programme is also eligible for mid-level managers aspiring to step into senior roles by expanding their strategic and people leadership skills.
  • This 12-month program, commencing on June 28, 2025, combines online learning with live sessions featuring esteemed faculty from IIM Kozhikode and industry experts.

Jun 23, 2025

Professor Suman Chakraborty Appointed Director of IIT Kharagpur

  • Professor Suman Chakraborty, a renowned mechanical engineer and innovator in affordable diagnostic technologies, was appointed as the Director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. His five-year term began following the interim tenure of Professor Amit Patra, Director of IIT-BHU. Professor Chakraborty is celebrated for developing low-cost clinical solutions for diseases such as anaemia, cancer, and COVID-19 and is currently a J.C. Bose National Fellow.
  • He was awarded the TWAS Award in Engineering and Computer Sciences by UNESCO.

Professor Suman Chakraborty Appointed Director of IIT Kharagpur

  • Professor Suman Chakraborty, a renowned mechanical engineer and innovator in affordable diagnostic technologies, was appointed as the Director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. His five-year term began following the interim tenure of Professor Amit Patra, Director of IIT-BHU. Professor Chakraborty is celebrated for developing low-cost clinical solutions for diseases such as anaemia, cancer, and COVID-19 and is currently a J.C. Bose National Fellow.
  • He was awarded the TWAS Award in Engineering and Computer Sciences by UNESCO.
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