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Jan 04, 2025

Mamata Banerjee Opposes Semester System for Classes 1 to 5 in West Bengal

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vetoed the West Bengal primary education board's proposal to implement a semester system for government-aided primary schools (Classes 1 to 5), citing concerns about increased study load on young students.
In a televised review meeting, Banerjee criticised Education Minister Bratya Basu for the decision, stating it lacked prior consultation at the government's highest level.
The proposed system, announced by the board in December, is intended to introduce six annual assessments -- two semesters of three exams each --replacing the current system of three evaluations per year.
Banerjee firmly opposed the move, emphasising the undue pressure it would place on children.

Jan 03, 2025

PM Modi Lays Foundation Stone for DU's Veer Savarkar College

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stones for two new campuses of Delhi University (DU). These campuses, located in East and West Delhi, will house colleges named after Hindutva ideologue Veer Savarkar and former BJP leader Sushma Swaraj.

Blinkit Launches 10-Minute Ambulance Service in Gurgaon

Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa announced the launch of an instant ambulance service, where residents of Gurgaon can book an ambulance through the Blinkit app and have it arrive within 10 minutes. This initiative aims to address the critical need for quick emergency medical transport in urban areas. The service, which includes Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances, marks a significant step toward providing fast and reliable medical aid.

IIT Guwahati Develops Injectable Hydrogel for Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, in collaboration with Bose Institute Kolkata, developed an advanced injectable hydrogel designed for localised breast cancer treatment. This innovative hydrogel system allows for precise delivery of anti-cancer drugs to tumour sites, minimising side effects commonly seen in conventional treatments like chemotherapy.

Jan 02, 2025

Amit Patra Gets Additional Charge as IIT-Kharagpur Director

Professor Amit Patra has been entrusted with the additional responsibility of serving as the Director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. He will hold this position until a regular appointee takes over or until further instructions are issued. Professor Patra currently serves as the Director of IIT Banaras Hindu University (IIT BHU).
An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, Professor Patra has held numerous leadership roles at the institute, including Dean of Alumni Affairs and International Relations (2007–2013) and Deputy Director (2021–2024).

Jan 01, 2025

GD Goenka La Petite Rohini School Receives Gayatri Devi Goenka Excellence Award

GD Goenka La Petite Rohini School was recognised with the Gayatri Devi Goenka Excellence Award in the category of 'Creative Thinkers' during the prestigious GD Goenka Confluence 2024. The award was presented by Nipun Goenka, Managing Director of the GD Goenka Group, and Meenakshi Khetrapal, Executive Director of GD Goenka La Petite. It was humbly accepted by R.K. Jain, Chairman; Apar Jain, Director; and Garima Goel, Principal of GD Goenka La Petite Rohini School, highlighting the school's dedication to fostering creativity and innovation in its educational practices.

IIT-Madras to Host Annual Tech Festival Shastra from January 3 to 7

The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT M) will host the 26th edition of Shaastra, a student-run Tech Festival, from January 3 to 7. Entirely managed by students, this event has over 750 students of IIT Madras working in various organisational roles.
This event is ISO 9001:2015-certified. It will feature a line-up of 80 events, 130 stalls, and an expected footfall of over 70,000 across five days. IIT Madras' Shaastra will celebrate science and technology through competitions, summits, lectures, exhibitions, and workshops.
Shaastra 2025 also includes several conferences and summits, including
IndustriAI Conference: First 3-Day International Research Conference in the history of Shaastra. The conference which explores rapid integration of AI, Big Data Analytics, Robotics etc. in revolutionizing industries has "Smart Manufacturing" as its theme is being sponsored by NIOT and Temenos.

Dec 31, 2024

Karnataka University Creates History, Appoints First Transgender Guest Lecturer

In a historic move towards inclusivity, K. N. Renuka Pujar became the first transgender person appointed as a guest lecturer at a university in Karnataka. The 27-year-old's groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone in promoting equal opportunities in academia. Pujar joined the Kannada Department at Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University's Nandihalli campus.
Renuka Pujar's appointment paves the way for more transgender individuals to pursue education and achieve their goals, serving as a symbol of hope and perseverance. It is a step towards inclusivity and representation in academia. Her journey showcases the power of determination, the importance of education, and the role of community support in breaking barriers.

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