NCERT’s ‘Bharat’ over ‘India’ name change sparks mixed reactions; dividing opinions on cultural heritage vs. political motives

Early this month, the Social Science committee of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) recommended that ‘India’ should be referred to as ‘Bharat’ in all Social Science textbooks for students up to grade 12th. “Our institution fully acknowledges and adheres to the educational authorities’ decisions concerning curriculum alterations. The shift from ‘India’ to ‘Bharat’ in Social Science textbooks represents a noteworthy initiative aimed at embracing our cultural legacy.

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‘One nation, One student ID’ how it is supposed to bring in educational efficiency?

It is not often that you see a government move generating rather positive feedback in the initial stage. Yet the introduction of the initiative called ‘One nation, one student ID’ by the Department of School Education and Literacy, about last week, has managed to get the much needed support from the teachers community. “The move empowers educational institutions to operate more efficiently and provide a higher quality of education. With the use of this special ID, students will be able to keep all their academic information in Digilocker, the government’s digital wallet, along with information on their extracurricular and athletic achievements, which they can later use to apply for jobs and higher education. This system enhances security, ensuring that every student is easily identifiable,” Maithili Tambe, CEO, The Academy School, told FE Education.?

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From smaller classes to research integration, the University of Lincoln claims to advance education by adding global perspective

It is believed that universities in the United Kingdom (UK) offer slightly smaller class sizes, which is a notable advantage. All the UK universities are actively engaged in research. Consequently,? courses at these universities are taught by faculty who are actively involved in cutting-edge research. This ensures that, especially in the later years of undergraduate programmes and in all postgraduate courses, students are exposed to the latest advancements in their respective fields, Neal Juster, vice chancellor, University of Lincoln, UK, told FE Education. “As a result, these courses have a significant level of technical depth and offer students a robust understanding of their subjects. The UK fosters a global perspective, with teachers adept at embracing diverse cultures. For instance, at Lincoln, our campus welcomes students from over 120 nationalities. Additionally, the UK offers comprehensive support for mental health, career guidance and quality accommodation,” he said.

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Thakur Global Business School aims to align management education with future needs through the integration of AI and ML

Thakur Global Business School, Mumbai, managed by Zagdu Singh Charitable Trust claims to provide multiple specialised PG diploma programmes in marketing, digital marketing, finance and HR and operations under the one year PGDM Programme. A? strong industry engagement has been integrated into the? curriculum, ensuring that? courses are aligned with industry needs. ? Certification programmes and value-added courses which? provide students with practical skills and knowledge are also offered, Nilesh Gokhale, Director-in-charge, Thakur Global Business School, told FE Education. “Our three-way mentoring system, involving mentoring by alumni, faculty and industry professionals, enriches the learning experience and provides students with invaluable insights and guidance,” he added.?

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Qurex launches interactive puberty courses and AI-powered tool to address sexual health in India

Qurex, a health-tech platform, claims to? be committed? to addressing sexual dysfunctions in India. As per the start-up its? central objective is to offer medical treatment and solutions to individuals grappling with sexual problems, focusing on three key principles namely? authenticity, anonymity and awareness. The platform claims to offer two interactive and animated online courses centred around puberty, titled ‘I am growing up: Journey of a Female’ and ‘I am growing up: Journey of a Male,’ Shailja Mittal, CEO, founder, Qurex, told FE Education. “These courses are structured into five interactive modules, each designed to address specific subjects.

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IIFT invites applications for MBA programmes for Indian students; announces admission criteria

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has commenced the application process for its MBA (International Business) and MBA (Business Analytics) programmes for Indian students. The application deadline for Indian applicants is December 6, 2023. According to the official schedule, the application window for foreign nationals and NRI candidates interested in the NIFT MBA will open on January 15, 2024. Prospective candidates can access the IIFT MBA application form on the official website, iift.ac.in, according to an official release.

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National Medical Commission initiates evaluation of all medical colleges for quality education

Starting from the academic session of 2024-25, all medical colleges in the country, whether government-run or private, will undergo evaluation to determine the quality of education they offer. In July, the National Medical Commission (NMC) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Quality Council of India (QCI) to oversee the assessment of these institutions’ ratings, according to an official statement.

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EMBIBE partners with UP govt to provide free AI-powered education to public schools

The Uttar Pradesh Basic Education and Secondary Education Departments have entered into a non-financial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EMBIBE, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered learning platform, to expedite the realisation of Nipun Bharat objectives in Uttar Pradesh. EMBIBE was selected due to its interactive content library and AI-driven personalisation, aiming to enhance classroom teaching, student learning, and overall learning outcomes in Science, Math and Social Science across more than 55,000 schools, according to an official release.

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Jio Institute appoints Raveendra Chittoor as the dean

Jio Institute has appointed Raveendra Chittoor as the Dean and a Professor of Management. Chittoor brings with him nearly three decades of academic and industry expertise, according to the press release.?

?“I am delighted to welcome our new Dean, Ravee Chittoor to the Jio Institute family. He brings with him a wealth of experience from both the Eastern and Western worlds, which will be invaluable as we continue to build a world-class institution that harmonises the best educational philosophies from both cultures. I look forward to working with him to create leaders who are equipped to meet the challenges of the 21st century, and to build a better sustainable future for all,” Dipak Jain, Vice Chancellor, Jio Institute,former dean, Kellogg School of Management, USA, said.

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Eupheus Learning announces senior leadership shuffles; co-founders Amit Kapoor, Ved Prakash Khatri assume new roles

Eupheus Learning, a school focused distribution platform has announced senior leadership changes. The ed-tech company has planned a division of leadership responsibilities between the co-founders. Amit Kapoor, co-founder and director on board – now becomes the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Ved Prakash Khatri, co-founder, takes the role of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), according to an official release.?

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Assam govt to build 4,000 new schools by 2028, says CM Sarma

The Assam government is planning to construct 4,000 state-of-the-art schools in the state by 2028, Himanta Biswa Sarma, chief minister, Assam informed.

“With the blessings of Hon’ble PM, Assam is undertaking the biggest ever effort to build schools in the state. 4,000 state-of-the-art schools will be constructed by 2028, i.e. adding 2 new schools every day for the next 5 years. Chaired a meeting today to review the progress,” Sarma wrote in a post on social media platform X.

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