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Robocon competition held in New Delhi
The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union-backedRobocon, a competition where students compete in the field of robotics, was held here Sunday. While LD College of Engineering, Ahmedabad, won the ABU-Robocon 2019 national contest, the first runner up was Nirma University, Ahmedabad, and the second runner-up team was Gujarat Technical University, Ahmedabad. The winning team will represent India at the international contest that will take place on August 25 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, a statement said. Doordarshan will sponsor a team of three students and the faculty incharge for the event. The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) is the biggest broadcasting union in the world. Through its members' network, the ABU reaches 3 billion people across the Asia Pacific region and beyond. The ABU has 272 members in 76 countries in four continents. ABU-Robocon is an initiative by ABU to give a platform to students of its member countries to share their innovative practices in the field of ...
Delhi govt agrees to release grants to 28 DU colleges funded by it
The Delhi government has agreed to release grants to 28 Delhi University colleges funded by it despite them not having their governing bodies. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia had written a letter on April 16 to the Secretary, Higher Education, stating that no funds should be given to 28 colleges (fully or partially-funded by them) till they form their governing bodies. The issue of formation of governing bodies led to an impasse between Delhi University and the city government, with both accusing each other of delaying the process. However,Sisodia directed the Education Secretary to ensure that funds are released to the 28 colleges. Delhi University has repeatedly made attempts to stall the functioning of the 28 Delhi government funded college, Sisodia said. "DUTA has approached us regarding the hardship being faced by the teachers due to stopping of grants to these colleges. Since we do not want teachers to bear these hardship, the Directorate of Higher Education should release .
IGNOU launches certificate programme in yoga
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has launched a certificate programme in yoga that would commence from July session,the varsity said Sunday. IGNOU's School of Health Sciences (SOHS) launched the programme under which the learner shall understand the basic principles and practice of yoga. The varsity said the programme also aims to make those who pursue the course aware about the history and the contribution of various yogis in the field of yoga and attain both physical and mental health through yoga. A student who has passed Class XII from any recognized board is eligible for the programme. The medium of instruction will be English and the minimum duration of course is six months. The programme will be offered through regional centres of Delhi, Dehradun, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Jaipur, Ladnun, Chennai, Mumbai and Pune and will have three courses with 16 credits.
Observe Kalam's birthday as National Students Day: BJP leader to govt
India should observe October 15, the birth anniversary of former president A P J Abdul Kalam, as National Students Day, a BJP leader from Telangana has proposed to the government. In a letter written to Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, BJP's former Rajya Sabha member Anand Bhaskar Rapolu said the United Nations has already declared this day as 'World Students Day'. He said various educational institutions are already observing Kalam's birthday in their own way. "I pray for your prompt expeditious initiative to declare October 15 as National Students Day and ensure to observe befittingly in all the educational institutions of all levels, so that as the Missile Man dreamt, you can utilise the day as the occasion to ignite the minds of our students," Rapolu said in the letter. He added that Kalam's birthday should be observed with equal zeal like the nation observes other sensitising events such as June 21 as World Yoga Day and August 7 as National Handloom Day.
Indonesian YouTube stars get chance for university place
An Indonesian university is offering would-be students a novel way to gain admission to the faculty -- become a YouTube star first. Through a special admission scheme, the National Development University Veteran Jakarta (UPNVJ), is offering places to YouTubers who have a channel with at least 10,000 subscribers and have created original content that has been viewed more than 100,000 times. Those who meet the criteria will be further tested by having to create a new video of between three to five minutes duration. University places are highly competitive in Indonesia, the world's fourth most populous country, with over 260 million people. Social media websites are also wildly popular across the archipelago, with research showing people spend an average of over three hours a day online -- one of the highest rates in the world. The university offering the novel admission package said places were only open for those planning on studying economics, social and political science, law, ...
Anand Bhaskar Rapolu proposes to declare Kalam's birthday as National Students Day
Former Rajya Sabha MP and BJP leader Anand Bhaskar Rapolu has written a letter to Union HRD Minister Dr Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank to observe October 15, the birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, as National Students Day.Anand Bhaskar Rapolu proposed to observe Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary as Students Day throughout the country, in correlation with the United Nations, where this day has already been declared as World Students Day."I pray for your prompt expeditious initiative to declare October 15 as National Students Day and ensure to observe befittingly in all the educational institutions of all levels, so that as the Missile Man dreamt, you can utilize the day as the occasion to ignite the minds of our students" Anand Bhaskar mentioned in the letter.Bhaskar highlighted the importance of the event by adding, BJP played a pivotal role in electing Dr APJ Abdul Kalam as the President of India and the Union Government also commemorated his memory by naming an important road ..
Super 30 founder Anand to speak about his biopic at Cambridge
Super 30 founder Anand Kumar will share his experiences with the making of the movie that revolves round his pioneering initiative in helping students from deprived class crack IIT examination, at the famed Cambridge University later this month. "It's hilarious moment for me as I had a dream of studying at Cambridge, but could not make it due to poor financial condition of the family," the acclaimed mathematician told PTI on Sunday. He will speak at the UK-Asia summit organized at Cambridge University from June 24-28, 2019, dwelling on his inspiring two-decade long journey that worked as an inspiration of the film, starring Hrithik Roshan. The film is set to be released on July 12. Kumar's brother Pranav Kumar, who looks after the entire management of Super 30, will accompany him. Programme organizer senior scientist Shah Kamranur Rahman said that it was a sheer coincidence that in his young days, Anand, whose innovative Super 30 programme mentors students from the ...
Shoshana Chatfield first woman to head U.S. Naval War College
U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Shoshana Chatfield has been named the new president of the Naval War College, the first woman to hold the post in the institution's history.
Patna schools to be shut till June 19 due to extreme heat
The Bihar government on Saturday said all schools in the city will remain closed till June 19 in view of the prevailing weather condition. Patna district magistrate Kumar Ravi said all government and private schools of Patna will remain shut till June 19, due to persisting heatwave-like condition for the past several days, an official release said. A number of private schools were scheduled to open in the week starting June 17 after the summer vacation. This is the second time the district administration has extended suspension of academic activities in schools due to the weather. Earlier on June 9, the DM had ordered closure of schools till June 16.
Noida: 17 schools fined for flouting fee norms
As many as 17 schools were fined over Rs 8 lakh by Gautam Buddh Nagar district administration on Saturday for violating fee norms.While Jagran Public School Noida has been fined Rs. 1 lakh, three major schools --APJ International School Greater Noida, Rayan International School Greater Noida and G.D.Goinka Public School Greater Noida--were fined Rs 10,000 each.Meanwhile, Vishw Bharti Public School, Noida, has been fined Rs. 50,000 by the authorities.The other 12 schools fined by officials include CLM public school Greater Noida, Gagan Public School Guar City Greater Noida, Grads International School Sec-33 Noida, Greater Nights Public School Greater Noida, Shri Ravi Shankar Vidya Mandir Sec-48, SD Public School Bhangal, Karl Huber Sec-62 Noida Nithari, Dharm Public School Greater Noida, Rockwood School Noida, Ramagya School Noida Sec-53, Modern Public School Shahberi and Accent International School Greater Noida.The case has been registered under Self-Financed Independent Schools ...
Pb min asks pvt schools not to force parents to buy books from particular shops
Punjab Education Minister Vijay Inder Singla Saturday directed all private schools in the state to not coerce parents to buy books and uniforms from particular shops. The sale of uniforms and books within school premises has also been prohibited. The directives, meant for all private schools affiliated to the CBSE, ICSE and the Punjab School Education Board, came after taking note of reports suggesting exploitation of parents of school children by certain private schools. The minister also directed that the uniform once introduced in schools should be carried on for at least three years and no change in the colour and design of the dress be introduced in that period. "The details pertaining to design, colour, texture, material etc. should be uploaded on the school website so that parents may buy ready-made uniform or get them tailor made as per their choice and resources," Singla said in an official release. It has also been made mandatory for school authorities to use approved books .
Education dept seals 15 unauthorised private schools in Vizag
The education department here has sealed 15 private schools running without proper recognition from the government in the last three days, officials said Saturday. District educational Officer B Lingareddy in a statement said the department has beenconducting raids on such private schools for the last few days. The raids will continue in the distinct to detect the unauthorised private schools and strict action taken against them, it added.
Noida admin penalises 17 private schools for charing excessive fees
The district authorities have imposed a penalty of Rs 8.30 lakh on 17 private schools for charging excessive fees from students, officials said Saturday. The maximum penalty of Rs 1 lakh was imposed on Jagran Public School, Noida, the Gautam Buddh Nagar administration said in a statement. Rs 75,000 penalty was imposed on eight schools: CLM Public School, Gagan Public School, Greater Heights Public School, Dharm Public School (all four in Greater Noida), Grads International School, Shri Ravi Shankar Vidya Mandir, Karl Huber (all three in Noida) and SD Public School in Bhangel, it said. "Altogether a penalty of Rs 8.30 lakh was imposed on 17 schools following a decision of the District Fees Regulatory Committee under provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Fees Regulation Act for SelfFinanced Schools 2018," it said. Vishwa Bharti Public School in Noida have been asked to pay a penalty of Rs 50,000, while Ramagya Public School Rs 20,000, the administration said. Six schools Rockwood, G D ...
Patna schools to remain closed till June 19
All private and government schools in the city have been asked to remain closed till June 19 due to prevailing heatwave conditions here on Saturday."Considering the impact of heat on the life and health of children, all private and government schools are directed to remain closed for class nursery to 12th," said an official statement.Authorities on Saturday extended the school vacations from June 16 to June 19. The schools in the city were supposed to start their session from June 10.
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan to visit Muzzafarpur tomorrow
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan will visit Muzzafarpur district in Bihar tomorrow, where 69 children have died due to the outbreak of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES).A total of 58 patients have died at Shri Krishna Medical College while 11 others died in a private hospital here. Till now, over 130 have been hospitalised in the district.District Magistrate of Muzaffarpur had on Friday told ANI that for students till Class eight, schools will remain closed till June 22 and for students in higher standards, classes will be held only till 10.30 am.Encephalitis is a viral disease, which causes mild flu-like symptoms such as high fever, convulsions and headaches and has been claiming lives in the district for the past few weeks.
Punjab prohibits sale of uniform, books in schools
Punjab has prohibited the sale of uniforms and textbooks in school premises, state Education Minister Inder Singla said on Saturday.
Scholarship scam: How officials, bankers cheated poor students
Initial investigation by the CBI into the multi-crore scholarship scam reveals a deep-rooted nexus between government officials, private institutions and public sector banks to siphon-off funds meant for poorest of the poor students. Students belonging to Scheduled Castes and Minorities were also deprived of scholarships to pursue basic education.
Mevani booked for 'defaming' school through 'fake' video tweet
A case was registered against Gujarat independent MLA Jignesh Mevani for allegedly sharing a fake video on social media and defaming a private school in Valsad through it, police said Saturday. Mevani, who represents Vadgam Assembly constituency, had on May 20 shared a video on his Twitter account, showing a half naked school student being beaten up by someone, which he claimed, was a teacher of Valsad-based RMVM School. Principal of the school, Vijal Kumari Patel, Thursday lodged a complaint against the legislator at Valsad town police station, saying the video that he circulated did not belong to her school and that he defamed her school and the teachers working there, an official of the police station said. Based on her complaint, Mevani was booked under IPC sections 505 (2) (promoting rumour to create ill will) and 500 (defamation) he said. In his May 20 post on the micro blogging site, which has since been removed, Mevani had shared a link of the video, and claimed
Muzaffarpur: Encephalitis death toll rises to 69
As many as 69 children died due to Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) in Muzaffarpur district of Bihar, said Dr Shailesh Prasad Singh, Civil Surgeon.Singh shared that a total of 58 patients have died at Shri Krishna Medical College while 11 of them died in private Kejriwal hospital here. Till now over 130 have been hospitalised in the district.District Magistrate of Muzaffarpur had on Friday told ANI that for students till Class eight, schools will remain closed till June 22 and for students in higher standards, classes will be held only till 10.30 am.Encephalitis is a viral disease, which causes mild flu-like symptoms such as high fever, convulsions and headaches and has been claiming lives in the district for the past few weeks.
CM inaugurates Space Education Centre & Innovation Hub
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has said that leading economies in the world are those that are driven by innovations The chief minister on Friday inaugurated the Space Education Centre and Innovation Hub at the Shillong Science Centre near here. Speaking at the event he said "Innovation drives the economy and ensures that services and products are delivered efficiently. The whole world the leading economies are those that are driven by innovations, innovations is an integral part of any economy of a country. The Space Education Centre and Innovation Hub is an initiative of the Centre's Department of Science and Technology and developed by the Union Culture Ministry's National Council of Science Museums. The innovation hub has various divisions like robotics, idea lab, design studio and chemistry and biology laboratory to help students quench their thirst for science and further innovate and experiment. Within the same building, is also a 50-seater digital ...
