On 22nd April, the Karnataka state government responded to recent protests by students, lecturers, and parents regarding “out-of-syllabus” questions in the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2024 by establishing subject-specific committees to investigate the matter. The government further announced that the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline until 27th April for students to submit their objections regarding the questions. According to a statement issued by the higher education department, numerous complaints were received regarding several questions being outsi ..read more

This 12-month programme is designed to equip leaders with essential skills and mindset to spearhead successful product-led transformations, positioning them among the top 1% of product growth leaders in India Mumbai, April 23, 2024: In today’s dynamic business landscape, the role of a Chief Product Officer (CPO) has become increasingly crucial. The right product not only fuels commercial success but also enhances usability and delivers substantial value to customers. To navigate this intricate terrain effectively, leaders in product management must possess a versatile skill set. Acknowledging ..read more

The University of Delhi has introduced its Vice Chancellor Internship Scheme for summer 2024, available on the official website. Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the internship until May 4, 2024. The internship offers a flexible schedule of 20 hours per week and includes a monthly stipend of Rs 10,500. Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official website, dsw.du.ac.in, within May 4, 2024. This internship will take place for two months, for June and July, 2024. However, those who have previously taken part in the VCIS (either the summer ..read more

Prof. Bhaskar Gupta Professor Bhaskar Gupta has been appointed as the new Vice Chancellor of Jadavpur University (JU) by the Hon’ble West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose. This appointment follows the recommendation of the state government, which submitted a list of VCs for six state universities, including JU, which had been without leadership since April 2023, after the conclusion of the permanent VCs’ extended tenures. On 22 April 2024, the Governor, who serves as the Chancellor of state-run universities, appointed Prof. Gupta as the Vice-Chancellor of Jadavpur University. This decision was ..read more

The Digital University of Kerala (DUK) is now accepting applications for its postgraduate (PG) and PhD programs in digital technologies for the 2024-2025 academic year. Interested candidates can apply by visiting DUK’s official website at duk.ac.in/admission/. The deadline to submit the registration application for admission is May 15, 2024. DUAT Entrance Exam Candidates, looking to enroll in PG courses (except for MBA and M.Tech), have to take the CUET-PG or DUAT (Digital University Aptitude Test) entrance exams. For MBA admissions, scores from CAT, KMAT, CMAT, NMAT, or GRE are considered. Me ..read more

According to a report from College Vidya, a platform that offers in-depth analysis of online education, there has been a significant progress in the number of women pursuing STEM education online. This report highlights the latest trends in enrollments, retention rates, and other relevant statistics. The report reveals that the current ratio of women to men enrolled in online STEM programs is 45:55. Although still lower than that of men, there has been a notable 12% increase in women’s enrollment from 2022-23 to 2023-24. Factors contributing to this increase include the flexibility of online ..read more

Jagadesh Kumar, the Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC), declared that students who have completed a four-year undergraduate degree are now eligible to sit for the NET and apply for PhD programs. Candidates who are keen to pursue a PhD, with or without a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), should secure at least 75 percent marks or equivalent grades in their four-year undergraduate course. Previously, candidates for the National Eligibility Test (NET) were required to have a master’s degree with at least 55 percent marks. In 2024, the exam will take place in an offline format, mov ..read more

IIM Sambalpur, one of the premier management institutions, has extended the deadline for its two-year Executive MBA Programme 2024-2026 until April 30th, 2024. The Programme fosters innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities across diverse business sectors. Additionally, it aims to cultivate strong leadership skills necessary for effectively managing teams and organizations. The Executive MBA course has been designed in a blended format specifically tailored for working professionals, offering a unique opportunity for individuals with a minimum of 50% graduation marks and at least 3 yea ..read more

The University of Delhi (DU) is about to start the application process for its postgraduate program admissions. Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh announced that beginning from April 25, 2024, the university will initiate the application process for the 2024-25 academic year for postgraduate programs, followed by undergraduate programs in mid-May. DU will start the admissions with 82 postgraduate courses, along with opening registration for three BTech programs and two five-year integrated programs. Admission to BTech programs will take place through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), while for B ..read more

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, proudly hosted the National Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Bio-Medical Signal Processing, Computing, and Data Communication Systems (NCABCD – 2024) at its Tirupati Campus. This conference aimed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration among experts in AI, signal processing, computing, and communication systems to tackle challenges and explore new opportunities in healthcare. Distinguished keynote speakers included Mrs. Ponsana David, CEO of Thai Green Power Solution, Bangkok, and Dr. Noor M ..read more