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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
24 girls get gold medals at PU convocation
1 2 Patna:Patna University (PU) girls outsmarted boys by bagging as many as 24 out of 40 gold medals awarded to the toppers of postgraduate (PG) examinations at its annual convocation held here at Veronica Auditorium of Patna Women's College auditorium on Saturday. Governor-cum-chancellor Arif Mohammed Khan presided. Altogether, 1,237 scholars who passed the postgraduate examinations of PU in the 2022-24 session were awarded degrees and 57 scholars were awarded PhD degrees at the convocation. Former vice-chancellor of PU and sitting chairman of the Bihar State University Service Commission Girish Kumar Chaudhary was awarded an honoris causa doctorate degree in recognition of his valuable contributions to the all-round development of PU during his vice-chancellorship (2021-24). Delivering the convocation address, Guru Ghasidas University's vice-chancellor Alok Kumar Chakrawal congratulated the degree recipients and appealed to them to serve their country in earnest. "The youths were agents of social change and they could help India attain the status of a developed nation," he said. Lauding the provisions of the National Education Policy-2020, Chakrawal said if properly implemented, this policy would help India become the most developed economy in the world. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025: Steel Suppliers From Mexico At Lowest Prices (Take A Look) Steel Suppliers | search ads Search Now Undo The new policy is capable of turning India into an entrepreneurial hub. He also appealed to the youths to be enterprising and start working along with their studies to boost their confidence. In his presidential remarks, the governor lauded the performance of the girls in PU examinations and said that no society can prosper without the progress of women. "India would become great only when women take the social leadership," he said. He appealed to the youths to remain disciplined in every walk of life. "The youths should always work for the betterment of their society by ensuring the development of the marginalised sections of the society. They should also work hard to preserve their cultural heritage," the governor said. PU vice-chancellor Ajay Kumar Singh, in his welcome address, outlined the academic and infrastructural development of the university in recent times. PU registrar Shalini led the academic procession. PU geology department teacher Atul Aditya Pandey conducted the proceedings.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
AI making education more accessible and effective: Tripura CM Saha
Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 30 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that the use of technology like Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made education more effective and accessible. He was addressing MBB University's first convocation ceremony at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala, in the presence of Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu. A total of 9,642 students, including those from three affiliated colleges, have completed their Graduate/Post-Graduate Degrees and Post-Graduate Diploma courses from this university. Among them, 135 meritorious students were awarded gold medals. Speaking at the event, Saha, who is also the Education Minister of the state, said that the state government has taken the initiative to develop Maharaja Bir Bikram University as an advanced university with overall quality, and in this regard, the government is moving forward with a far-reaching plan. He said that the convocation ceremony is a special moment in the lives of degree-winning students. 'Our country has had a tradition of education systems since ancient times. Earlier, students from abroad used to come to study at Nalanda University in our country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is continuously trying to revive this tradition of education. Based on the traditional culture and values of our country, a new National Education Policy has been launched after many years,' he said. Saha said that the new National Education Policy is also being implemented in state educational institutions. India's contributions to mathematics, science, yoga, and philosophy are still recognised worldwide. The new National Education Policy-2020 has incorporated this glorious tradition into the modern curriculum. In line with this vision, a course on the Indian Knowledge System has been introduced at M.B.B. University. To further broaden the career opportunities of students, the Chief Minister also mentioned the plan to introduce B.B.A., M.B.A., B.C.A., M.C.A., and courses in Biotechnology at M.B.B. University,' he said. The Chief Minister reiterated that the use of technology like Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made education more effective and accessible. 'Assistant Professors have already been appointed for colleges. New colleges are being opened under government initiatives. Tuition fees have been waived for girls. Schemes like the Mukhyamantri Kanya Atmanirbhar Yojana and the Mukhyamantri Yuva Samachar Yojana have also been launched. Free scooties are being distributed to eligible students,' he said. The Chief Minister told the degree graduates that as they step into the next stage of life, they will have to face various challenges. 'However, one has to face every challenge with competence and skill and move forward in life.' He urged the students to show respect to everyone and remain humble, he added. (ANI)
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
80K KGBV students to be trained in financial literacy
Lucknow: The state govt has decided to train 80,000 girl students of 746 Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) from across the state in financial literacy and digital skills. The training will be available for free on the online 'Passport to Earning (P2E)' platform in collaboration with UNICEF and students will be issued certificates after the completion of the training. "Aligned with the vision of National Education Policy-2020, the initiative will make girl students self-reliant as they will become proficient in essential 21st-century skills such as digital literacy and financial decision-making. The ambitious programme will be implemented in phases. By May 20, each school will select a nodal teacher and the online orientation for these teachers will be held between May 24 and May 25," a govt official, adding that by June 25, nodal teachers will complete their training on the platform and by July 25, the girl students will get their login credentials. Then they will complete the financial literacy course and receive certificates by Sep10, with a consolidated report ready by Sep 15. The digital literacy training will be completed by Oct 30 and its report will be prepared by Nov 10. UNICEF and Samagra Shiksha will provide technical support at every stage, while district coordinators and wardens will regularly monitor the programme. "The training programme is accessible on the online platform featuring videos, exercises and assessments. The financial literacy course consists of 12 chapters and the digital skills course has eight chapters. Each course lasts 10 hours," he said, adding that district coordinators (girl education) and district basic education officers will monitor the progress. Schools with the best performance will be honoured at the district level. "Under the leadership of CM Yogi Adityanath, our govt is making girls digitally and financially capable," said state basic education minister Sandeep Singh.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Govt signs MoU with NSE for financial literacy courses
1 2 Bhubaneswar: The higher education department on Thursday signed an MoU with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to provide financial literacy and investor awareness courses to students of higher educational institutions in the state. After completing the course, students can make informed decisions and participate in the securities market. It will have Level-I and Level-II courses of around 50 hours. The Odisha State Higher Education Council (OSHEC) will provide credit for this course so that it can be added to the students' academic bank of credits , said official sources. Higher education minister Suryabanshi Suraj said a few Odias are among 1,300 stockbrokers in the country. "To increase this number, we should start such types of courses of NSE in the colleges. Apart from promoting financial literacy and investor awareness among students, the collaboration will provide students with skills required to find employment in the securities market, mutual funds, investment advisors, and banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector," he added. He said the partnership may foster stronger ties between the industry and academia, ensuring that students receive relevant training and education. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No dark spots, 10 years younger! Just take this from Guardian URUHIME MOMOKO Learn More Undo "The MoU is expected to attract young students to pursue higher education, potentially increasing the gross enrolment ratio in Odisha," he added. The minister said they signed similar MoUs that led to new infrastructure development, human resource development, skill development, research, and vocational education, which can contribute to increased enrolment. "By promoting financial literacy, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration, the MoU signing can contribute to increased employability opportunities and a higher gross enrolment ratio in Odisha's higher education sector," he added. The minister said commerce students can choose trending fields in the stock market apart from costing and chartered accountant jobs. Students from arts, science, commerce, and various undergraduate programmes can enrol in these courses. Beyond conventional careers, this initiative will offer new career and employment opportunities for students, he added. Suraj said this will ensure the development of students' professional skills based on the National Education Policy-2020, contributing to the overall development of the state's education sector. Among others, higher education department secretary Aravind Agrawal, vice-chancellors of state public universities, officials of the National Stock Exchange, college principals, and students attended the MoU signing ceremony. Bhubaneswar: The higher education department on Thursday signed an MoU with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to provide financial literacy and investor awareness courses to students of higher educational institutions in the state. After completing the course, students can make informed decisions and participate in the securities market. It will have Level-I and Level-II courses of around 50 hours. The Odisha State Higher Education Council (OSHEC) will provide credit for this course so that it can be added to the students' academic bank of credits, said official sources. Higher education minister Suryabanshi Suraj said a few Odias are among 1,300 stockbrokers in the country. "To increase this number, we should start such types of courses of NSE in the colleges. Apart from promoting financial literacy and investor awareness among students, the collaboration will provide students with skills required to find employment in the securities market, mutual funds, investment advisors, and banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector," he added. He said the partnership may foster stronger ties between the industry and academia, ensuring that students receive relevant training and education. "The MoU is expected to attract young students to pursue higher education, potentially increasing the gross enrolment ratio in Odisha," he added. The minister said they signed similar MoUs that led to new infrastructure development, human resource development, skill development, research, and vocational education, which can contribute to increased enrolment. "By promoting financial literacy, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration, the MoU signing can contribute to increased employability opportunities and a higher gross enrolment ratio in Odisha's higher education sector," he added. The minister said commerce students can choose trending fields in the stock market apart from costing and chartered accountant jobs. Students from arts, science, commerce, and various undergraduate programmes can enrol in these courses. Beyond conventional careers, this initiative will offer new career and employment opportunities for students, he added. Suraj said this will ensure the development of students' professional skills based on the National Education Policy-2020, contributing to the overall development of the state's education sector. Among others, higher education department secretary Aravind Agrawal, vice-chancellors of state public universities, officials of the National Stock Exchange, college principals, and students attended the MoU signing ceremony.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Building sustainable startups crucial: Expert
Dharwad: Building sustainable agri startups and farmer producing organisations (FPOs) strengthen farmers' group to handle input purchase and market challenges, said Professor Cherukumalli Srinivas Rao, director and vice-chancellor of Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI), New remarkable success in agriculture production and farm mechanisation, the required growth rate at country level in the production of agricultural commodities is challenged by weather vagaries, groundwater depletion, soil health deterioration, loss of soil carbon and biodiversity, Rao said while addressing the 38th annual convocation of University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad on said sustainable rainwater management is crucial for food production stability, and rapid expansion of farm mechanisation is needed in view of labour said education in agriculture goes beyond classrooms. "It is deeply rooted in the lives of farmers, their aspirations and their challenges. The students and faculty should engage with farming communities, learn from their experiences and work collaboratively to uplift rural livelihoods," Prof Rao the National Education Policy-2020, Prof Rao said skill development and industry orientation are key components of NEP-2020. Emphasis on internships and research experiences enhances employability and practical knowledge, he praise on UAS Dharwad over its achievements in several fields, Prof Rao specially acknowledged the varsity's feat in receiving two patents-one for 'Buckwheat Upma Mix' and another for the 'Twin Ring Borewell Recharge Technique'.Karnataka governor and chancellor of University Thawar Chand Gehlot presented gold medals, degrees and cash prizes to the graduating and agriculture minister N Chaluvarayaswamy was present. UAS vice-chancellor Prof PL Patil welcomed the gathering and briefed about the university's achievements in various fields. As many as 863 candidates, including 41 Doctoral, 197 Masters and 625 Bachelor's Degree were conferred on the occasion.
