Odisha-based university empowers entrepreneurs with ‘in-house’ industrial approach
Skill-based learning in higher education institutions prepares students to be 'job ready' or 'job creators'. Centurion University in Odisha is known as an 'entrepreneurial university' managing over 30 production units. Key Points
mint‘Violates secularism’: Why HC declared UP Board of Madarsa education Act unconstitutional
Court said madarsa education ‘neither quality nor universal’ & ‘state has no power to create board for religious education’. It directed govt to put madarsa students in recognised schools. Key Points
ThePrintUncertainty over fate of 2 lakh madrasa students, 10K teachers in UP
There are 16,500 recognized, 560 aided and 8,500 unrecognized madrasas in UP, where over 2 lakh students are getting education. Where will these students go...to which schools would they be transferred, asks Iftikhar Ahmed Javed, chairman, UP Madrasa education Board Key Points
Hindustan TimesIvy League whisperers: Why high-end education consultants are in huge demand from Delhi to Dhanbad
Education consultants like Viral Doshi, Athena Education, and OnCourse Vantage assist Indian students in gaining admission to foreign undergraduate programs, particularly in the Ivy League. These consultancies provide personalized guidance, profile building, and essay editing. Students have achieved success in prestigious universities like Harvard and Yale. While good grades are essential to make the great American education dream come true, that is not enough. Ones application has to stand out from among the hundreds of thousands that reach premier American colleges. Key Points
Economic TimesOur school infrastructure needs to be revamped to flatten its pyramid
The base of primary education has widened in India but we still lack capacity for higher-level schooling. This results in a squeeze, with enrollment showing pyramidal attrition as children turn into teenagers. This challenge must be met. Key Points
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Every year spent in school or university may improve life expectancy: Lancet study
The research identified data from 59 countries and included over 10,000 data points collected from more than 600 published articles. Every year spent in... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaBudget 2024 could further help in the internationalization of Indian higher education
Union Budget 2024: The Government of India is implementing the National education Policy (NEP) 2020 and additional support is expected in the upcoming budget. Initiatives such as the National Credit Framework, Academic Bank of Credit, SWAYAM platform, and Samarth are being introduced to provide learner-centric education. Efforts are being made to include the Indian Knowledge System in the curriculum and attract international students through the Study in India program. Key Points
Economic TimesET Explains: All you need to know about the National Credit Framework
India has developed the National Credit Framework (NCrF), a credit system that aims to align education and skilling. The framework, developed by a government committee, allows candidates to earn credits, accumulate, and transfer them for equivalence, enabling multiple entry and exits into the skilling and education ecosystem. Key Points
Economic TimesFormer Prime Minister of Belgium Yves Leterme emphasises on inclusiveness in education
Merchant Chamber of Commerce & Industries (MCCI) in association with Woxsen University in Hyderabad organised a National Round Table on “Glocalization in education for the Future Businesses” on Wednesday in Kolkata. Former Prime Minister of Belgium Yves Leterme was the Chief Guest of the session. Key Points
Economic TimesGovt proposes one student ID, online school admissions
The Indian government plans to integrate education records into its 'one nation, one student ID' initiative by 2026-27, according to official documents. The initiative aims to provide students with an Aadhaar-verified ID that will act as a gateway to a digital repository of education records and academic credits. The government also plans for all government and government-aided schools to switch to an online admission system by 2026-27. The proposals were presented at a national conference and are part of the National education Policy 2020. | Latest News India Key Points
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Class of 2024: Job trends that will rule the 2024 placement season
According to the All-India Survey on Higher education (2020-21), the gross enrolment ratio (GER) in formal higher education (for 18-23 age group) was 27.3%; it was estimated using population projections based on the 2011 Census. This means that a large proportion of young people still do not get formal higher education. Key Points
Economic TimesTowns a study in aspirational borrowing as overseas education calls
As much as 70-72% of the students funded by Avanse Financial Services in 2023 belonged to tier II-III and beyond, said the education-focused nonbanking financial companys managing director and chief executive, Amit Gainda. He attributes the growing demand to aspiration among youngsters from the hinterlands to access foreign education and have a better standard of living. Key Points
Economic Times'Didn't even go to school': Prashant Kishor on Tejashwi defending Nitish's remark
Former poll strategist Prashant Kishor criticised Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav for defending Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's controversial population control remarks. He questioned where Yadav received sex education from "since he studied till Class 9". Key Points
India TodayNitish Kumar runs afoul of BJP, NCW after 'vulgar' speech in Assembly; Dy CM says it is 'sex education'
The Bihar BJP criticised Nitish Kumar for his 'double-meaning' remarks and called for a ban on such language. The National Commission for Women also demanded an apology from the CM. Key Points
minteducation body CABE being remodelled, older version really broad: Dharmendra Pradhan
The Central Advisory Board of education (CABE) in India is being remodeled to align with the demands of today's education system, according to Union education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Pradhan stated that the older version of CABE is too broad and does not address key areas such as child specialists, research and development, and industry connections. The committee, which advises the government on education policies, has not held a meeting for three years and is set to be reconstituted. The revamped CABE will be responsible for developing, evaluating, and revising the vision of education in the country. Key Points
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Board exams to be conducted twice a year; grade 11 & 12 students will learn two languages: MoE’s new curri
The National Curriculum Framework for School education (NCF), based on the National education Policy (NEP) 2020, has been announced by the Union Minister of Education. The framework includes conducting board exams twice a year and allowing students to retain their best score. Test developers and evaluators for board papers will need to complete university-certified courses. Key Points
Economic TimesSiddaramaiah govt to scrap Modi govt’s NEP, draft one of its own — ‘policy imposed on states’
In statement released to media Monday, Congress government in Karnataka cited exclusive rights over ‘state-specific subject’. BJP says NEP shouldn’t be made a ‘political event’. Key Points
ThePrintBRICS nations agree to launch new university ranking system
Konstantin Mogilevsky, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher education in Russia, emphasized that the global education community is in need of a new evaluation framework. Mogilevsky highlighted the importance of this framework being rooted in objective data and universally accepted. Key Points
Economic TimesThree years of NEP: A status check of top 10 initiatives
Three years since the new National education Policy was notified, replacing the 34-year-old education policy in the country, several initiatives have been rolled out by the Centre. Read about the top 10 initiatives proposed in the National education Policy (NEP), 2020. Key Points
Economic TimesETPWLA 2023: Shining the spotlight on the nominees for the Beyond Business Leader of the Year Award
Leading up to the Grand Felicitation Ceremony of the ETPrime Women Leadership Awards (ETPWLA) 2023, the Economic Times is delighted to unveil the shortlisted nominees for its coveted category, Beyond Business Leader of the Year Award. This distinguished category aims to celebrate women business leaders who have transcended the standard metrics of measuring success to pioneer social-impact entrepreneurial ventures. Key Points
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Yogi invites leading private universities to invest in Uttar Pradesh
“Tremendous opportunities in the education sector of Uttar Pradesh, which has a large young population...the private sector should make use of this opportunity, says CM Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS regains crown as the top choice for studying abroad
Around 18.84% of learners cited the US as their top choice, followed closely by Canada at 17.85%, according to upGrad Study Abroad's annual survey Transnational education Report 2.0, shared exclusively with ET. Key Points
Economic TimesWorld Bank approves USD 255.5 million loan for better technical education in government-run institutions in India
The World Bank has approved a USD 255.5 million loan for improving the quality of technical education in government-run institutions in India. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWorld Bank approves $255.5 million loan for better technical education in government-run institutions in India
The World Bank has approved a $255.5 million loan for improving the quality of technical education in government-run institutions in India. Key Points
The HinduExchange of best practices will pave way for fundamental literacy: K Sanjay Murthy
The 4th education Working Group meeting commenced in Pune to finalize outcome documents for the education Ministers meeting on June 22, 2023, with a focus on Foundational Literacy & Numeracy. G20 delegates discussed the draft ministerial declaration and appreciated India's efforts in setting a common agenda for the group. The meeting included presentations from UNICEF, OECD, and UNESCO, and a Heritage Walk of Pune City. India's G20 Presidency is focused on driving an inclusive international order for sustainable global good. Key Points
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