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New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Governor Hari Babu, Pradhan exhort students to take up innovation and research
BERHAMPUR: Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday called upon universities to play a pivotal role in shaping not only employable graduates but also ethically, socially responsible and globally competent citizens. Addressing the 26th convocation of Berhampur University, he said, 'We are living in an era of dynamic transformation, with India emerging as a global leader in technology, innovation, space, healthcare and education.' He praised the university for aligning with NEP 2020 goals through its extensive network of affiliated colleges across Ganjam, Gajapati and Kandhamal districts. He lauded the role of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell in ensuring academic quality and the university's adoption of digital platforms, MOOCs, SWAYAM courses and blended learning. Addressing the convocation, Union Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan said the double-engine government has sanctioned Rs 75 crore from the state budget besides Rs 100 crore under PM Usha to strengthen quality of education and infrastructure in Berhampur University. It is a matter of great happiness that about Rs 200 crore has been given to this university, he said. Pradhan gave a clarion call for making Berhampur a new age economy based on the potential of the region which will help fulfil the dream of a developed Ganjam and developed Odisha and make Berhampur an economic and knowledge hub. He said the NEP 2020 has completed five years of its implementation in the country. There are quality higher education institutions in Berhampur and its surrounding areas.
Hans India
11-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Three-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP) on "Introductory Universal Human Values (UHV)"
Hyderabad: The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Sphoorthy Engineering College is organizing a self-financed three-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) on "Introductory Universal Human Values (UHV)" from 8th to 10th May 2025 under the guidance of AICTE. The sessions are being facilitated by Ms. Ridhi Chirag Sachade (Resource Person), Ms. G. Prashanthi (Co-facilitator), and Meera Mirzana (Observer), all from the NCCIP AICTE Regional Panel (RP) team. Secretary and Correspondent Shri S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, Principal Dr. V. S. GiridharAkkula, and IQAC Coordinator addressed the participants and emphasized the importance of Universal Human Values in higher education. Universal Human Values (UHV) aim to promote ethical competence, clarity in human relationships, and a deeper understanding of harmony in individual, social, and environmental dimensions. Rooted in self-exploration, the UHV framework helps educators and students alike to cultivate a sense of purpose, responsibility, and well-being, which are essential in shaping a holistic educational environment. Faculty members from various departments are actively engaging in this enriching and reflective learning experience, aimed at fostering value-based education and holistic development.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Sangma bats for preservation of Indian Knowledge Systems
Shillong: Meghalaya chief minister Conrad K Sangma has called for promotion and preservation of the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). Emphasising on the importance of integration of the material and the spiritual aspects of the IKS, he said traditional knowledge has been the core for healthcare, agriculture, conservation, food preparation, medicine, education. "Meghalaya is an example of how the traditional knowledge and the community has been merged to create a sustainable and an effective form of governance," he said after inaugurating a two-day national seminar on IKS on Thursday, organised by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Lady Keane College , Shillong and funded under Chief Minister's Special Grant. Sangma said the traditional knowledge needs to be documented to merge it with the contemporary. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo "Seminars like these and the outcomes of such seminars need to be documented. Documentation is crucial in knowledge sharing as it will provide a structured, accessible information to facilitate learning for students, researchers and scholars and help decision, training and policy making in governance," he said. Congratulating Lady Keane College for organising the seminar, the chief minister, stressed on the need to maintain continuity even after the seminar concludes.
