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Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Telangana varsities celebrate I-Day with Viksit Bharat vision
Hyderabad: Telangana's leading universities marked the 79th Independence Day with vibrant celebrations, patriotic fervor, and a renewed commitment to national development. Ceremonies at Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU), Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH), and Osmania University drew large gatherings of students, faculty, and dignitaries. At PJTAU's Sports Complex in Rajendranagar, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Aldas Janaiah unfurled the national flag and addressed the assembly. He highlighted India's transformation into a global agricultural powerhouse, noting its self-sufficiency in food grain production and export strength. Prof. Janaiah emphasized Telangana's strides in agriculture and its alignment with the 'Rising Telangana' vision, asserting that the sector will be pivotal in achieving a Developed India by 2047. He called on scientists and students to tackle climate change challenges and announced key initiatives: filling vacant Assistant Professor posts, constructing eight hostels for girl students (three by next year), and launching Civil Services coaching. He also noted that long-pending administrative vacancies—some unfilled for 14 years—had been addressed within ten months of his tenure. At JNTUH, Vice-Chancellor Prof. T. Kishen Kumar Reddy led the flag hoisting and paid homage to freedom fighters including Subhash Chandra Bose, Sardar Patel, and Mahatma Gandhi. He urged youth to lead India's global rise and called on every citizen to contribute to national progress. University officials, faculty, and students participated in the event. Osmania University's celebration at the iconic Arts College was a grand tribute to its historic role in India's freedom movement. Vice-Chancellor Prof. M. Kumar recalled the university's legacy, including the 'Vande Mataram movement,' and emphasized equality and empowerment as the foundation of true independence. He spotlighted India's demographic dividend, urging youth to drive the vision of 'Viksit Bharat.' Prof. Kumar praised Telangana's governance and economic progress, citing the university's NAAC A+ accreditation and NIRF ranking of 43. He stressed the importance of lifelong learning in the age of AI and reaffirmed the university's commitment to inclusive excellence. Across campuses, cultural performances and tricolor displays reflected a shared spirit of patriotism and purpose, as Telangana's academic institutions pledged to shape India's future.
The Hindu
24-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Ryots upbeat about PJTGAU's ‘scientist at doorstep' programme
HYDERABAD Vice-Chancellor of the Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTGAU) Aldas Janaiah has stated that there was a positive response from the farming community to the university initiative — Scientists at the Farmers' Doorstep — taken up in collaboration with the Agriculture Department. He reviewed the progress of the programme, launched at Dharur village in Vikarabad district on May 5. So far, the direct contact meets with farmers were held at 600 revenue villages with about 37,000 farmers, including 6,000 women, where they interacted face-to-face with agricultural scientists and students. Key aspects The VC said that farm scientists were focusing on six key aspects – educating farmers on reducing urea usage to minimise cultivation costs, judicious use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides to preserve soil health, maintaining receipts for input (seed, fertilizer, pesticides) purchases, conservation of water for irrigation, adopting crop rotation for sustainable income and planting trees to protect the environment. Prof. Janaiah added that farmers were concerned about changing climate conditions and unseasonal rains, and seeking government support for certain aspects like introduction of a comprehensive crop insurance scheme to mitigate losses due to adverse climate conditions. Provision of modern agricultural tools and green manure seed at subsidised rates and extensive soil testing ahead of Kharif operations were other suggestions.
Hans India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
PJTAU-Western Sydney University to launch joint courses on agri edn
Hyderabad: Agricultural Education, PJTAU, Western Sydney University, B Sc Agriculture, Pathway, ICAR RecognitionAgricultural Education, PJTAU, Western Sydney University, B Sc Agriculture, Pathway, ICAR RecognitionIn addition to offering regular B Sc programmes in Agriculture, Community Science, Food Science Technology, and Agricultural Engineering, Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) will launch a four-year B Sc Agriculture degree course in collaboration with the renowned Western Sydney University (WSU) in Australia, starting from the academic year 2025-26. This programme allows students to study for three years at PJTAU and one year at WSU, providing them with the opportunity to experience education at both universities. For students interested in pursuing an an additional year of study at WSU will be required. This pathway enables students to earn a degree from PJTAU and an degree from Western Sydney University. Furthermore, those who wish to pursue a PhD at WSU after their postgraduate studies can do so with the assistance of a scholarship, covering their fees. Vice-Chancellor Professor Aldas Janaiah stated that the agreement between the two universities is nearing completion. He emphasised that all agricultural courses offered by Western Sydney University are recognised by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Last year, an agreement was signed between ICAR and WSU to support this collaboration. A notification for admissions to these specialized courses will be released soon. Meanwhile, the Vice-Chancellor congratulated EAPCET-2025 rankers and mentioned that PJTAU is increasing both regular and special quota seats, while also reducing fees. New colleges are scheduled to open as well. Janaiah announced that the notification for admissions to these courses, along with details for NRI quota admissions, will be issued this week. Janaiah advised students and parents to remain vigilant, as many private institutions in the state that lack ICAR recognition and permission are issuing notifications for admissions to courses. He clarified that only PJTAU has the necessary ICAR recognition and authorisation to offer the B Sc (Agriculture) education course in the state.
The Hindu
11-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
PJTAU to offer 4-year Agri B.Sc. in association with Australian varsity from 2025-26
HYDERABAD Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) will commence a four-year B. Sc. (Agri.) course in collaboration with Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia, from the 2025-26 academic year in addition to the regular courses offered in B. Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture and Community Science and B. Tech in Food Science & Technology and Agricultural Engineering. Vice Chancellor of the university Professor Aldas Janaiah stated on Sunday that the new B. Sc. (Agri.) course to be offered in association with WSU could be studied for three years in PJTAU and four years in WSU, Australia. In case of students interested in pursuing post-graduate course M. Sc. (Agri.) they would be required to study for one more year in WSU. Thus, students would get the B. Sc. Degree certificate from PJTAU and M. Sc. PG certificate from WSU. Those interested in pursuing Ph. D. after could do so in WSU without any fee. He stated that an agreement would be signed soon between the two universities on the joint courses. The courses offered by WSU were also recognised by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The Vice Chancellor stated that a notification for admission into the new course would be issued soon. Congratulating those who qualified and secured ranks in EAPCET-2025, Professor Janaiah told the students that the university had increased the regular and special quota seats and reduced the course fee in PJTAU. He also cautioned parents against agricultural courses being offered by some private institutions without ICAR recognition.
The Hindu
11-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Notification from Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University soon
Congratulating students on their success in EAPCET 2025, Vice Chancellor of Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) Aldas Janaiah on Sunday said that the university will bring out its notification soon. 'In addition to increasing regular and special quota seats in PJTAU, the fee is also reduced. Soon there will be new colleges. Admission and entrance procedures, including for NRI quotas, will be issued this week,' he stated. Mr. Janaiah advised students and parents to exercise caution while choosing a college. He noted that certain colleges, despite Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) recognition, have been issuing notifications for admissions to courses. He clarified that only PJTAU has the ICAR recognition to offer Agriculture courses in Telangana. On the opportunities to pursue agricultural education through the university, he informed that PJTAU and Western Sydney University, who had been partners for several years now, together will also launch a four-year degree course soon. This unique course will allow exchange of students to offer varied exposure, here in Telangana and in Sydney, Australia. The partnership would also emphasise future courses in Masters and doctoral-level studies. An agreement on this development between the universities is in the final stage, Mr. Janaiah informed.
