Ashoka University row: Another faculty member resigns, professors threaten exodus if Sabyasachi Das not re
The university had earlier distanced itself from the paper, Democratic Backsliding in the World's Largest Democracy , in which Sabyasachi Das argued that the BJP won a disproportionate share of closely contested parliamentary seats in 2019 Lok Sabha polls, especially in states where it was the ruling party at the time. The research was published on the Social Science Research Network on July 25. Key Points
Economic TimesExplained | Why do faculty shortages persist in Indian universities?
Faculty shortages have existed in India’s higher education sector at least since the 1980s, but seem to have become permanent today. It is possible to identify six types of shortages, each with a different set of remedial measures. Key Points
The Hindufaculty development: A catalyst for India’s emergence as a global ESDM and semiconductor leader
While assessing the current state of the industry-academia relationship in India’s semiconductor sector, it is not a new concept. Indian semiconductor companies have been collaborating with academia for research and development for quite some time now. Key Points
FinancialexpressAshoka University faculty members threaten exodus over research paper row
An economics professor at Ashoka University whose research paper on 2019 Lok Sabha elections courted controversy has resigned. His fellow faculty members have threatened to stop taking classes until he is reinstated. Key Points
India TodayLess than 1 in 5 STEM faculty members in India are women, study by initiative on gender bias finds
Study conducted by BiasWatchIndia published on preprint repository bioRxiv. Findings suggest women’s representation low in top-ranked STEM institutes like IISc, IITs. Key Points
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India’s top 100 institutes have faculty with most Ph.Ds, says NIRF report
As per information, 73.6% of the faculty in the country’s top 100 universities have a Ph.D as compared to 64.29% in the remaining ranked by the NIRF. Key Points
ThePrintForging partnerships: BHU, IIT-Madras ink MoU
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has signed an MoU with IIT Madras to promote collaboration in research and academic exchange between the two institutions. The agreement allows for the exchange of PhD students and faculty members, as well as the shared use of research infrastructure. Both BHU and IIT Madras are recognized as Institutions of Eminence. Key Points
Hindustan Times{Swachh Teerath campaign} NCC cadets appeal residents to keep surroundings clean
NCC cadets and faculty of ITI College, Gill Road, participated in a cleanliness drive organized by the municipal corporation as part of the Swachh Teerath campaign. The campaign aims to spread awareness and involve religious organizations, NGOs, and educational institutes in promoting cleanliness and waste management. The commissioner appealed to residents to stop using banned plastic and support waste management efforts. #SwachhTeerath #CleanlinessDrive Key Points
Hindustan TimesWill increase Ladli Bahna Yojana aid from Rs 1000 to Rs 3000 per month: Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Ch
I will gradually increase the amount of Ladli Bahna Yojana from Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,000 per month. Science faculty classes will be started in Gunaur's college. Along with this, the Girls' High School of Gunaur will be made a Higher Secondary School, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said. Key Points
Economic Times'Hasty acceptance of resignation' — Ashoka economics dept wants Professor Sabyasachi Das back
Dept writes open letter to university's governing body. Prof Das's paper suggesting that BJP won 'disproportionately' in closely contested seats in 2019 polls has stoked controversy. Key Points
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Amid resignation calls, Harvard's Claudine Gay finds support from facul
Over 500 Harvard faculty members have rallied behind Dr. Gay, signing a petition urging resistance against political pressures. Key Points
Hindustan TimesLucknow University bags UGC’s Category-I ranking
The University of Lucknow (LU) has been ranked as a Category-I university by the UGC. This status grants LU greater academic and administrative autonomy. LU can now design its own curriculum, start new courses, appoint foreign faculty, and engage in academic collaborations without UGC approval. Key Points
Hindustan TimesIIT Indore faculty Recruitment 2023: Apply for 34 Assistant Professor posts
IIT Indore will recruit faculty posts. Eligible candidates can check the complete details below. Key Points
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