The University Grants Commission has introduced a new enrollment procedure for students seeking admission to Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Programmes for the academic year 2024-25. The change, effective from September 2024, is aimed at ensuring that students enrol only in approved Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) to offer […]
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Delhi University rises to 6th place in NIRF 2024 rankings
The University of Delhi (DU) has climbed five spots to secure the 6th position in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024. DU Vice Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh attributed this achievement to the collective efforts of the university’s faculty, students, and staff. In the university category at the national level, […]
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JNU kickstarts observance of Anti-Ragging Week; will continue till August 18
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on Monday kickstarted its week-long observance of Anti-Ragging Week which will continue till August 18. JNU kickstarted its week-long observance of Anti-Ragging Week (12-18 August 2024) with an inaugural programme on Anti-Ragging Day (12 August). On this occasion, the School of Language Literature and Cultural Studies, […]
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MoU Signed Between Amity University and AIIA to Promote Ayurveda Research and Education
A significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi and Amity University, Noida, to collaborate on education, research, and technology. The MoU was signed by AIIA Director, Prof (Dr) Tanuja Nesari, and Joint Registrar of Amity University, Asha Premnath, on Thursday. The […]
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SC to hear petition tomorrow seeking postponement of NEET-PG 2024 exam
The Supreme Court said on Thursday said that it will hear the petition tomorrow seeking to reschedule the NEET-PG 2024 due to the allocation of “highly inconvenient” exam centres and concerns about the normalisation of marks. Advocate Anas Tanwir, who is appearing for the petitioners, has mentioned the plea before […]
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Over 3 lakh candidates in fray for admission to 71000 UG seats in DU so far
A total of 3,00,090 candidates have registered so far for the 71,000 available undergraduate seats at Delhi University (DU) for the academic session 2024-25, a senior university official said on Monday. The numbers are expected to rise as the registration process is still open till August 7. Over 93,500 candidates […]
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IIT Guwahati researchers use microfluidics to study how primary roots absorb nutrients to boost crop yield
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati have developed a portable, cost-effective microfluidic system designed to replicate soil-like conditions. This system has demonstrated that optimising nutrient flow can improve root growth and nitrogen uptake, leading to enhanced crop yields, read the press release of IIT Guwahati. Prof Pranab […]
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Delhi University cracks down on ragging, new measures and penalties like expulsion announced
Ahead of the commencement of the new session, Delhi University on Friday introduced strict penalties for ragging, including suspension, expulsion, degree cancellation, and barring from classes and exams, to ensure a safer campus environment. The University of Delhi held a Proctorial Board meeting on, Thursday, July 25, to discuss stringent […]
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NEET-UG 2024: National Testing Agency declares centre-wise data for medical entrance exam
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday declared the state-wise and centre-wise data of the results of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2024 on the official website. The Supreme Court on July 18 directed the NTA to announce the results of the NEET UG by July 20. […]
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SC seeks Centre reply on plea challenging NEET- SS exam 2024
The Supreme Court on Friday sought response from the Centre and others on a plea raising allegations of the arbitrary and irrational decision of indefinitely postponing the NEET-SS Examination 2024, taken in a meeting held on February 21. The petitioner has urged the top court to pass an appropriate direction […]
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UGC-NET paper leak: DU says no plans for separate PhD entrance exams
Delhi University (DU) has no plans to hold separate PhD entrance exams like Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Vice Chancellor Yogesh Singh on Sunday stated. The DU Vice-Chancellor added that the university is awaiting guidance from the University Grants Commission (UGC). The uncertainty surrounding PhD admissions arose after the Centre cancelled […]
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Mayawati welcomes Delhi University VC’s decision to reject ‘Manusmriti’ readings as part of Law Faculty syllabus
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) National President and the former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Mayawati on Friday welcomed the decision of the Delhi University Vice Chancellor to reject a proposal to include ‘Manusmriti’ in the syllabus of its Law Faculty stating that strong opposition was natural and the decision to […]
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Education Minister Pradhan calls upon states to work together to build collaborative education system
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday addressed the inaugural session of the review meeting of the Department of School Education and Literacy with States and Union Territories. Speaking on the occasion, Pradhan shared his thoughts on the roadmap for the next five years for the holistic development of school […]
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NEET UG counselling deferred until further notice; Congress’ Jairam Ramesh says, “Issue getting worse”
The counselling process for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2024 has been deferred till further notice, official sources said. The development comes after the Supreme Court refused to delay the NEET UG counselling scheduled to start on July 6. Meanwhile. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh targeted Prime Minister […]
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NEET-UG Case: Arrested accused brought to special CBI court in Bihar’s Patna
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday brought the arrested accused in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET)-UG case to the special CBI court based in Bihar’s Patna. Soon, the accused will be presented before the court. On Wednesday, the CBI nabbed the suspected key conspirator in connection with the […]