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JKLU Ranked No.1 in Rajasthan, Among Top 10 in India for SDG 8 in THE Impact Rankings 2025
NewsVoir Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 18: Jaipur's JK Lakshmipat University (JKLU) has been ranked No. 1 in Rajasthan and among Top 10 in India for SDG 8 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025 released on Wednesday. In addition to SDG 8, JKLU was ranked No. 2 among universities in Rajasthan for SDG 5. The Impact Rankings by the UK-based Times Higher Education are global rankings that assess universities' contribution to all 17 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals across teaching, research, knowledge transfer and the stewardship of their own resources. For SDG 8, which is about promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all, THE assessed and ranked 1,350 universities from 109 countries/territories for their impactful contributions to the SDG. For SDG 5 which is about gender equality, THE assessed and ranked 1,559 universities from 119 countries/territories. With a global rank of 601-800, JKLU, which was established in 2011 as a philanthropic initiative of the JK Group, ranked in the same band as Anna University, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and University of Hyderabad for SDG 8. Significantly, JKLU was ranked higher than some of the older institutions in India such as Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati), Christ University, GITAM University, Pondicherry University, Mangalore University and S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) for SDG 8. For SDG 5, JKLU was ranked 1001-1500 in the world and second among universities in Rajasthan. Reflecting on the role of higher education in delivering the SDGs, Prem Singh, President, Group HR, JK Organisation & Member, Board of Management, JK Lakshmipat University, said, "JK Lakshmipat University was built on the belief that knowledge gains meaning when it uplifts humanity. Our inclusion in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025 reflects our growing role in the global movement for universities to serve not just as centres of learning, but as agents of sustainable progress." "We remain deeply committed to fostering a learning environment where academic excellence is inseparable from social consciousness-where we nurture responsible citizens, generate knowledge that serves society, and help shape a future that is more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable," he said. More than 2,500 universities from 130 countries/territories took part in the assessment for the seventh edition of the THE Impact Rankings in 2025, with India having the highest number of participating universities globally - 147. JKLU's rankings for SDG 5 and SDG 8 in THE Impact Rankings 2025 marks the entry of the university into the global rankings. Sharing her views on the importance of making SDGs a vital part in the curricula and operation of universities, Professor Alka Mahajan, Pro Vice Chancellor, JK Lakshmipat University, said, "The Sustainable Development Goals are not just global priorities - they are educational imperatives. For universities, embedding the SDGs into curriculum, research, and institutional practice is vital to staying relevant in a rapidly changing world. At JKLU, we see the SDGs as a guiding framework to equip students not just with knowledge, but with the mindset to lead change, address inequality, and contribute meaningfully to society." Situated in Jaipur, JKLU is renowned for academic innovation and institutional excellence in the areas of engineering, design and management. It is one of India's most forward-looking private universities-focused on experiential learning, ethical leadership, and purposeful education. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by NewsVoir. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
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JKLU Ranked No.1 in Rajasthan, Among Top 10 in India for SDG 8 in THE Impact Rankings 2025
Jaipur's JK Lakshmipat University (JKLU) has been ranked No. 1 in Rajasthan and among Top 10 in India for SDG 8 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025 released on Wednesday. JK Lakshmipat University (JKLU) was ranked for SDG 5 and SDG 8 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025 In addition to SDG 8, JKLU was ranked No. 2 among universities in Rajasthan for SDG 5. The Impact Rankings by the UK-based Times Higher Education are global rankings that assess universities contribution to all 17 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals across teaching, research, knowledge transfer and the stewardship of their own resources. For SDG 8, which is about promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all, THE assessed and ranked 1,350 universities from 109 countries/territories for their impactful contributions to the SDG. For SDG 5 which is about gender equality, THE assessed and ranked 1,559 universities from 119 countries/territories. With a global rank of 601-800, JKLU, which was established in 2011 as a philanthropic initiative of the JK Group, ranked in the same band as Anna University, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and University of Hyderabad for SDG 8. Significantly, JKLU was ranked higher than some of the older institutions in India such as Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati), Christ University, GITAM University, Pondicherry University, Mangalore University and S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) for SDG 8. For SDG 5, JKLU was ranked 1001-1500 in the world and second among universities in Rajasthan. Reflecting on the role of higher education in delivering the SDGs, Prem Singh, President, Group HR, JK Organisation & Member, Board of Management, JK Lakshmipat University, said, 'JK Lakshmipat University was built on the belief that knowledge gains meaning when it uplifts humanity. Our inclusion in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025 reflects our growing role in the global movement for universities to serve not just as centres of learning, but as agents of sustainable progress.' 'We remain deeply committed to fostering a learning environment where academic excellence is inseparable from social consciousness-where we nurture responsible citizens, generate knowledge that serves society, and help shape a future that is more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable,' he said. More than 2,500 universities from 130 countries/territories took part in the assessment for the seventh edition of the THE Impact Rankings in 2025, with India having the highest number of participating universities globally – 147. JKLU's rankings for SDG 5 and SDG 8 in THE Impact Rankings 2025 marks the entry of the university into the global rankings. Sharing her views on the importance of making SDGs a vital part in the curricula and operation of universities, Professor Alka Mahajan, Pro Vice Chancellor, JK Lakshmipat University, said, 'The Sustainable Development Goals are not just global priorities – they are educational imperatives. For universities, embedding the SDGs into curriculum, research, and institutional practice is vital to staying relevant in a rapidly changing world. At JKLU, we see the SDGs as a guiding framework to equip students not just with knowledge, but with the mindset to lead change, address inequality, and contribute meaningfully to society.' Situated in Jaipur, JKLU is renowned for academic innovation and institutional excellence in the areas of engineering, design and management. It is one of India's most forward-looking private universities-focused on experiential learning, ethical leadership, and purposeful education.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PNB doesn't reverse failed ATM payment, penalised
Chandigarh: The UT district consumer disputes redressal commission has penalised PNB, Sec 28-C, for not reversing the amount of a failed ATM transaction to a customer. It has ordered PNB to reverse the amount — Rs 7,000 — to the complainant's account, along with interest at the rate of 9% per annum with effect from Aug 12, 2023 (i.e. the date of the transaction) until the date of its actual realisation. The commission has also directed the bank to pay Rs 10,000 to the complainant as compensation for the harassment caused, as well as litigation expenses. "Once the complainant specifically lodged a complaint regarding the non-dispensing of the cash by the PNB ATM, it was incumbent upon the bank to produce on record some cogent evidence in the shape of CCTV footage, electronic journal log, etc., to prove that the said amount was actually dispensed and collected by the complainant from the ATM kiosk." The complainant, Prem Singh, 53, is from the same sector where the bank is. tnn
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Murder accused booked for firing at cops, injured in encounter in Punjab's SBS Nagar
A 27-year-old man, wanted in connection with the killing of a CPI (M) activist, was injured during a police cross-firing in Behram, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district, on Thursday. The injured man has been identified as Baljit Singh, who was on the run after stabbing Prem Singh of Mandali village on the intervening night of May 9-10. According to senior superintendent of police (SSP) Mehtab Singh, acting on a tip-off, police teams conducted raids in Behram and tracked Baljit's movements near the inter-district border of SBS Nagar and Hoshiarpur. 'Upon spotting the police, Baljit opened fire, prompting retaliatory gunfire from the officers. One of the bullets struck him in the left leg. He was immediately rushed to a local hospital for treatment,' the SSP said. 'During the investigation, it was revealed that Baljit had been hired by Dharminder Singh of Mandali village, currently residing in Canada, to kill Prem Singh due to an old rivalry.' According to the SSP, Baljit, a history-sheeter, had seven FIRs against him, including one for murder at Goraya police station in Jalandhar and six for attempted murder at various police stations. He had been out on bail at the time of the incident. On May 10, a case was registered against Baljit and Dharminder under Sections 103 (murder) and 61(2) (criminal conspiracy) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Police on Thursday lodged a fresh FIR against Baljit under Section 109 (attempt to murder) of the BNS and Arms Act at Behram police station for firing at police.
BBC News
17-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Kabaddi World Cup kicks off in Wolverhampton
The first Kabaddi World Cup to be staged outside Asia is under way in Wolverhampton. Events will be held in venues across the region and they are expected to attract a global audience of around 500 million, organisers first match between England and Hungary men's teams was held at WV Active in final is on 23 March with games played in Walsall, Birmingham and Coventry Prem Singh, chief executive officer of the British Kabaddi League, said it was stressful but enjoyable."For us to bring the Kabaddi World Cup to the West Midlands and Wolverhampton - it was very ambitious in the first place," he said."The majority for the funding for kabaddi comes from the Indian market and we've managed to do the Kabaddi World Cup here with not a penny from overseas money and everything is done locally and nationally in the UK so that to us is a huge triumph."He said the tournament will be broadcast to nine television channels around the world including in India, Malaysia, the US and ancient sport dates back more than 4,000 years and involves players earning points by crossing into their opponent's territory and returning of fans are expected to travel from overseas and it kicks off a "momentous month of sport" in the West Midlands with the region hosting three major international tournaments in Singh said the sport appealed to many people. "We don't have that much participation in rugby and football but kabaddi is the support you're going to have - South Asian players in the England team which are going to represent England which doesn't happen that often," he said. "I can tell you they're all very proud to be wearing the England kabaddi shirt and representing."He said he thought the England versus Scotland meeting further on in the tournament would be a good match because of the "natural rivalry"."Our origins might be South Asian but when England line up against Scotland there's always going to be fireworks and I think it's going to happen."We hope the referees are strong enough to control the emotions."People who know the sport will see the technical skills and ability, he said. "For someone who is not used to it it will be like, watching a well-organised British Bulldog match in the playground," he added."At the end of the day it's going across a line, touching someone and getting back without being tackled, pulled to the ground, so if you can do that then that's successful." Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
