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Jadavpur University death | Ragging rage

Ground Zero report on a student’s death in West Bengal’s Jadavpur University digs into the politics that have played out on campus to find that the tragedy is a build-up of many factors

The Hindu

25 students died by suicide in five and half years due to ragging, says UGC

At least 25 students have died by suicide due to ragging in 5.5 yrs, University Grants Commission reveals. 8 cases in 2018, 2 in 2019, 2 in 2020, 4 in 2022, 9 in 2023. UGC maintains 24x7 anti-ragging helpline. UGC regulations on curbing ragging. Educate students, teachers, parents on mental…

The Hindu

Jadavpur University sends detailed report to UGC on student's death

KOLKATA: Jadavpur University (JU) has sent an exhaustive report to the University Grants Commission (UGC) on multiple queries about alleged ragging and sexual harassment of a 17-year-old undergraduate student that led to his death, as directed by the statutory body.

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KTU initiates steps to appoint ombudsman to redress students’ grievances

KTU revives steps to appoint ombudsman to address student grievances. UGC, AICTE norms to be complied with. Selection panel of VCs constituted, but process stalled. Lok Ayukta orders to complete process in 6 months. Odd/even semester supplementary exams to be held with semester exams. Engineering schools to commence next year.…

The Hindu

UGC sets up panel to develop model syllabus for courses in study of manuscripts

UGC forms panel to develop model syllabi for courses in manuscriptology, paleography. Panel headed by Prafulla Mishra, former Director of NMM, to develop syllabus for courses in both subjects. Syllabus to be used by universities to offer courses as part of promotion of Indian Knowledge System.

The Hindu

Jadavpur University anti-ragging committee submits report to UGC on student's death

The anti-ragging committee of Jadavpur University has submitted a report to the University Grants Commission on preliminary findings of its inquiry into the death of an undergraduate student, an official of the institution said.

The Hindu

UGC, EEC recommend against granting IoE tag to Jadavpur University, Jamia Hamdard

UGC, EEC recommend not granting IoE status to Jadavpur Univ., Jamia Hamdard Univ. TN govt. withdraws proposal for Anna Univ. Ministry yet to take call.

The Hindu

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UGC chairman emphasises on learning in one's mother tongue, says it contributes to enhancing cognitive abilities

Learning in one's native language, particularly during the initial years of formal education, contributes significantly to enhancing children's cognitive abilities, said the University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Prof. M. Jagadesh Kumar. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

In Bengal, a crisis in higher education

Raj Bhavan and the West Bengal government need to walk the talk, and resolve the impasse pver the appointment of Vice-Chancellors in the interest of students

The Hindu

Will adhere to UGC norms and protect seniority while appointing Principals: Bindu

Higher Education Minister R. Bindu has said the government will adhere to the University Grants Commission (UGC) norms and protect seniority at the same time while making appointments to the vacant posts of Principals in government arts and science colleges

The Hindu

Appoint Principals from DPC selection list in two weeks, KAT directs Kerala government

The Hindu

Social media marketing effective when it motivates consumers to start posting

New research from the University of Notre Dame analyzes data from the motion picture industry, which often relies on social media promotion, in an effort to understand how marketers could better promote other new products. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

UGC guidelines call on varsities to seek out private funding

The University Grants Commission (UGC), in a meeting held on Tuesday, approved the Guidelines for Institutional Development Plan (IDP) for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The guidelines are aimed at enabling HEIs in achieving academic and research excellence and improving teaching – learning standards. It is also to guide the HEIs…

The Hindu

Data | A third of Central University teaching positions lying vacant

Over 30% of teaching positions in 45 Central Universities across India are vacant. Odisha has the highest share of vacancies (88%), while Mizoram and Kerala have the least (15% or less). The Central University of Andhra Pradesh had a 100% vacancy. Caste-wise data shows that only 20% of General Category…

The Hindu

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I can't believe this Horizon Forbidden West recreation was made in Dreams

Someone get this artist a job at Guerrilla

The Hindu

Calicut varsity to continue distance learning courses despite SGOU objections

Calicut University yet to respond to SGOU objections over offering distance learning courses; SGOU V-C pointed out conflict of interest; Calicut Univ. issued notification for 12 courses, 9 of which fall in SGOU list

Dynamite News

UGC, National Testing Agency should immediately declare CUET-UG results: Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad

Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) demanded that University Grants Commission (UGC) and the National Testing Agency (NTA) should immediately declare results of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) - UG. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Karnataka State Open University announces admission for dual-degree programmes

Mysuru-based Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) has given an opportunity to the students wishing to pursue higher education courses to take admissions for two academic programmes at a time.

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KAT directs govt. to uphold UGC norms for college Principals’ appointment

The Kerala Administrative Tribunal (KAT) has directed the State government to strictly adhere to the University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations while appointing college Principals.

The Hindu

UGC confers autonomous status on Amal Jyothi

The autonomous status that will come into effect this academic year (2023-24) and will remain for 10 years

The Hindu

Supreme Court asks UGC what action taken against caste discrimination in campuses

The Supreme Court on July 6 asked the University Grants Commission (UGC) to specify steps it has taken and proposed to take, to provide non-discriminatory, enabling environment for the students belonging to Scheduled Castes and Schedule Tribes in institutions of higher learning, terming it a “very serious issue”

The Hindu

Form separate agency to conduct State Eligibility Test: Anbumani

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss on Thursday said the State government should set up a separate agency, similar to the National Testing Agency, to conduct State Eligibility Test (SET) for appointment of teachers and other academic staff in universities and colleges

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Ajit Pawar says he was elected NCP president on June 30; Fresh review petition in Manipur HC seeks recall of order recommending ST status for Meiteis, and more

The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day

Dynamite News

UGC: NET/SET/SLET to be minimum criteria for direct recruitments to post of Assistant Professor in all Higher Education Institutions

The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Wednesday declared that NET/SET/SLET would be the minimum requirements for direct hiring to the position of assistant professor for all higher education institutions. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UGC NET 2023: Answer keys likely to be released today

University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar on Wednesday announced that the answer keys for National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2023 would be released on July 5 or 6. Read further on Dynamite News:

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