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IGNOU Revamps Its MBA Programme To Meet Market Requirements

Indira Gandhi National Open University

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has revamped its Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme. The open university has restructured the MBA curriculum to meet the industry and employment market requirements, an official statement said. The IGNOU MBA programme has also received AICTE recognition.

UGC To Launch Portal For Resolving Grievances Of Students, Staff

open and distance learning

Higher education sector regulator UGC To Launch will now monitor and resolve all grievances of students and staff in varsities through a centralized portal called ‘e-Samadhan’, which will be made operational next week, an official said.

Delhi’s Education System ‘Hollow’, Says Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Delhi's Education System

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has termed the Delhi government’s education system “hollow” and “a gimmick”. Attacking the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) dispensation over the excise policy, Education Minister Mr. Pradhan said his “friends” Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia are trying to cover up their “theft” by highlighting the New York Times story on Delhi’s education system.

Fake Universities List 2022: UGC Warns Against Taking Admission In Bible Open University Of India

Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

In a public notice of fake Universities issued on Thursday, higher education regulator, the University Grants Commission has warned students against taking admission in the “self-styled” Bible Open University of India, operating in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

IIT Kanpur To Host Smart India Hackathon 2022 Software Edition

Smart India Hackathon 2022

IIT Kanpur will host the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2022 on August 25. The programme of IIT Kanpur will be centrally inaugurated by the Ministry of Education (MoE) at 9 am. The Smart India Hackathon 2022 hardware grand finale is scheduled from August 25 to 29 and the Smart India Hackathon 2022 software grand finale is scheduled from August 25 to 26. This year, Smart India Hackathon – Junior has also been introduced for school students to build a culture of Innovation and problem-solving attitude right from the school level.

UGC Warns Students Seeking Admission For UG, PG Programmes Not Allowed Under ODL, Online Learning

open and distance learning

University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued important guidelines for students who wish to enroll for open and distance learning (ODL) and online learning programs. The UGC has stated some precautionary guidelines that students should keep in mind while enrolling for these programs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi To Interact With Participants Of Smart India Hackathon Finale On August 25

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with students participating in the grand finale of this year’s Smart India Hackathon (SIH) on August 25, Union Minister of State for Education Subhas Sarkar announced on Tuesday. The hackathon is a nationwide initiative to provide students with a platform to solve some of the pressing problems people face […]

Haryana State University, RailTel Signs Agreement To Provide Information Communication Technology Services

Haryana State University, RailTel Signs Agreement To Provide Information Communication Technology Services

Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology has signed an agreement with RailTel to provide various Information communications technology (ICT) services, the Rail PSU said in a statement on Tuesday. The agreement was signed with Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, located in Murthal, Sonipat, the statement said. Under the agreement, there […]

All 23 AIIMS To Be Named After Local Heroes, Monuments, Geographical Identity

All 23 AIIMS To Be Named After Local Heroes, Monuments, Geographical Identities

The government has firmed up a proposal to give specific names to all the AIIMS, including that in Delhi, based on regional heroes, freedom fighters, historical events or monuments of the area, or their distinct geographical identity.