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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning celebrates 25 years of excellence in education
The Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning (SCDL), a pioneer in online and distance education, proudly celebrated its Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years of transformative learning. Since its inception in 2001, SCDL has championed accessibility, academic excellence, and career-focused programs, empowering graduates and professionals to upskill with industry-aligned PG courses. With a legacy of trust, it has impacted over 10 lakh learners across India and 30+ countries worldwide. With over 80,000 active students, SCDL stands as one of India's most reputed autonomous distance learning institutes. Committed to lifelong learning, it continues to offer flexible, affordable, and industry-relevant education, empowering learners across diverse fields. Grand Celebration: 25th Anniversary at Symbiosis Kiwale campus On 9th May 2025, SCDL hosted a grand celebration at its Pune Campus to commemorate this remarkable milestone. The event was graced by distinguished guests, including the visionary Founder and Chancellor of Symbiosis, Dr. S. B. Mujumdar, and the dynamic Director of SCDL, Dr. Swati Mujumdar. The Chief Guest, Dr. Mukta Puntambekar, added great value with her inspirational presence. The occasion honoured SCDL's legacy, transformative impact, and unwavering commitment to innovation in distance education. A special moment during the event was the felicitation of exceptional alumni , including academic toppers, corporate achievers , and former soldiers who have successfully transitioned into civilian careers, each representing the life-changing power of education. Introducing Silver Jubilee batch To honour the Silver Jubilee Year, SCDL proudly introduces its historic Silver Jubilee Batch. Admissions for the July 2025 session are now open, inviting graduates and working professionals to join this esteemed legacy. To celebrate this milestone, SCDL is offering an Early Bird Special Offer : Use coupon code GEBA500 to get ₹500 off on application fees valid till 15th June 2025. Get a Symbiosis Digital Varsity (SDV) certification course free of cost (worth ₹1500) with every admission Students who pay both the application and course fees on the same day will receive one premium single course absolutely FREE , worth ₹10,000, along with an online course completion certificate Expanding SCDL's programme portfolio with New ESG and CSR Certificate programmes SCDL offers a diverse range of Post Graduate Diploma and Post Graduate Certificate programmes designed for industry relevance and career advancement. With strong acceptance across sectors, its Online and Distance Learning programmes span Business Management, Human Resource Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, Banking and Finance, Supply Chain Management, Retail Management, Corporate Laws, Energy Management, Instructional Design, Journalism, Agribusiness Management, Healthcare Management, Technical Writing, and more. Building on this legacy, SCDL has launched two cutting-edge courses tailored to emerging professional trends: Certificate Course in ESG Management and Reporting Certificate Course in CSR for Practitioners Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Management (ePGDM) programmes for managers SCDL has launched the Executive PGDM Programme, which is tailored for working professionals seeking to enhance their skills and understanding of global management. Participants are prepared for leadership roles, with a focus on areas such as operations, finance, marketing, and human resources. These programmes reaffirm SCDL's commitment to equipping learners with practical skills aligned with global sustainability goals and corporate social responsibility standards. Celebrating Silver Jubilee Year Pan-India To mark this landmark year, SCDL is also organising a series of Pan-India celebratory events across major cities, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Pune. These vibrant events will feature: Career growth Seminars with industry experts Corporate talks from seasoned professionals Alumni meets celebrating the achievements of SCDL's vast and diverse alumni network Key Differentiators of SCDL: Value added services : Career enhancement through placement assistance. eLearning modules: Interactive and engaging, including case studies, storytelling and scenario-based learnings. Webinars/Seminars : Offer expert insights on industry trends and advancements. Faculty Development Programmes (FDP): To enhance teaching skills As the educational landscape continues to evolve, with technology, flexibility, and upskilling becoming the need of the hour, SCDL remains committed to its founding vision. The Silver Jubilee Year is not just a celebration of the past but a renewed commitment to the future, encouraging knowledge, empowering individuals, and making education a lifelong companion. Be part of the Silver Jubilee legacy. Apply now and shape your tomorrow with Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning. Visit here to learn more. Disclaimer - The above content is non-editorial, and TIL hereby disclaims any and all warranties, expressed or implied, relating to it, and does not guarantee, vouch for or necessarily endorse any of the content. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Time of India
Insta row: Man who filed plaint faces cases for hurting religious sentiments
Kolkata: Wazahat Khan Qadri, whose FIR led to the arrest of an influencer and Symbiosis law student for allegedly hurting religious sentiments in an Instagram video, now faces seven complaints against him for hurting religious sentiments with his social media posts. "We have received multiple complaints against Qadri at the cyber cells, the Lalbazar cyber cell, and police stations, with excerpts of his social media posts. We are verifying them, and legal action will follow," an officer said. One of these complaints was made by Prasun Maitra, president of Atmadeep, an NGO, and a resident of North 24 Parganas, accusing Khan of repeatedly posting derogatory religious remarks on X. Khan's X account is currently locked. Maitra has demanded immediate police action, asserting that Khan is a "habitual offender" and urging authorities to respond with the same urgency as they did in the case of the woman. Meanwhile, the law student arrested for allegedly posting inflammatory communal content about Operation Sindoor is suffering deteriorating health and inadequate living conditions at Alipore women's correctional facility, her lawyer Md Samimuddin reported on Monday. He told reporters that his client is suffering from kidney stones and lacks access to basic amenities, including proper hygiene facilities and reading materials. A petition has been filed seeking to secure her fundamental rights while in custody. "At Alipore women's correctional home, proper hygiene is not being maintained around her. She has kidney stones. She is not being given access to newspapers. On Monday, we filed a petition in court so she gets access to her basic rights... She is innocent," he said. Sources said three more FIRs have been registered against her. "We plan to move court to seek permission to use the forensic findings of the Instagrammer's electronic devices in these cases too," said an officer.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Demand for AI professionals in India projected to touch one million by 2026: Report
India is poised to see a massive surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals, with projections estimating the need for one million skilled individuals by 2026, according to the report India's AI Revolution: A Roadmap to Viksit Bharat, released by the Union Ministry of Electronics & IT. As the country aspires to become a $23-$35 trillion economy by 2047, higher education--particularly in engineering--is undergoing a fundamental transformation to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving job market shaped by AI, automation, and interdisciplinary innovation. Engineering education is at the heart of this shift. According to the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the number of approved B. Tech seats for the 2024-25 academic year has risen to 14.9 lakh--a nearly 16 per cent increase over four years. This growth is largely driven by a more than 50 per cent rise in seats for Computer Science and allied streams such as AI/ML, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain--mirroring strong industry demand. India's tech education landscape is increasingly embracing interdisciplinary and industry-integrated learning to nurture a new generation of engineers who can code, create, collaborate, and lead innovation. The transition from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to STEAM, adding Arts to the mix, is gaining ground, blending technical knowledge with design thinking, communication, psychology, law, and business. Recently, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) announced the launch of Symbiosis Artificial Intelligence Institute (SAII), an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused institute. According to the institute, SAII will integrate cutting-edge AI into academic programmes and research. "By embracing AI, we are not just keeping pace with global innovation but also empowering our students to become responsible innovators and problem-solvers who will shape the future. Curriculum at Symbiosis combines strong theoretical foundations with real-world applications from day one, creating a dynamic ecosystem that fosters both technical depth and interdisciplinary breadth. And this reflects in programs offered by our Symbiosis Dubai campus. Both B. Tech and BCA integrate AI in specialisations enforcing learning and development and preparing students for the future," said Amruta Yeravdekar Ruikar, Head of International Admissions & Promotions, Symbiosis International University. The India Skills Report 2024 by Wheebox forecasts that India's AI industry will reach $28.8 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 45 per cent. The report highlights that the AI-skilled workforce has seen a 14-fold increase from 2016 to 2023, making India one of the top five fastest-growing AI talent hubs, alongside Singapore, Finland, Ireland, and Canada. "The surge in demand for AI professionals' stems from rapid technological progress. As AI reshapes productivity, operations, and innovation, preparing a future-ready workforce is imperative. At SRM Institute of Science and Technology, we offer interdisciplinary programs in areas like Medical Engineering, ECE with Data science, Biotechnology (Food Technology) and AI-ML Embedded Systems to bridge emerging domains. Our strong academia-industry partnerships provide students with real-world exposure and global competitiveness," according to Dr. Kathiravan Kannan, Director, SRM Group of Institutions, Ramapuram, Chennai and Tiruchirappalli. This interdisciplinary momentum is now a nationwide trend as institutions are increasingly embedding research-driven curricula, industry mentorship and global exposure into their programs. New focus areas like Extended Reality (XR), ethical AI, data visualization, and digital manufacturing are becoming foundational to modern tech education. According to Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, "We see a growing need to foster an innovation ecosystem driven by AI, for today's youth by providing experiential learning opportunities such as internships, global immersion programmes, and research initiatives. At Mahindra University, we believe academic excellence is achieved when rigorous foundational knowledge is seamlessly integrated with real-world applications. Our multidisciplinary approach empowers students to understand the technical concepts of AI while also cultivating critical problem-solving abilities, adaptability, ethics and emotional intelligence."
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
India to need 1 million AI professionals by 2026, says report amid tech education overhaul
India is poised to see a massive surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals, with projections estimating the need for one million skilled individuals by 2026, according to the report India's AI Revolution: A Roadmap to Viksit Bharat, released by the Union Ministry of Electronics & the country aspires to become a USD 23-USD 35 trillion economy by 2047, higher education--particularly in engineering--is undergoing a fundamental transformation to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving job market shaped by AI, automation, and interdisciplinary innovation. Engineering education is at the heart of this shift. According to the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the number of approved B. Tech seats for the 2024-25 academic year has risen to 14.9 lakh--a nearly 16 per cent increase over four years. This growth is largely driven by a more than 50 per cent rise in seats for Computer Science and allied streams such as AI/ML, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain--mirroring strong industry demand. India's tech education landscape is increasingly embracing interdisciplinary and industry-integrated learning to nurture a new generation of engineers who can code, create, collaborate, and lead innovation. The transition from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to STEAM, adding Arts to the mix, is gaining ground, blending technical knowledge with design thinking, communication, psychology, law, and business. Recently, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) announced the launch of Symbiosis Artificial Intelligence Institute (SAII), an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused institute. According to the institute, SAII will integrate cutting-edge AI into academic programmes and research. "By embracing AI, we are not just keeping pace with global innovation but also empowering our students to become responsible innovators and problem-solvers who will shape the future. Curriculum at Symbiosis combines strong theoretical foundations with real-world applications from day one, creating a dynamic ecosystem that fosters both technical depth and interdisciplinary breadth. And this reflects in programs offered by our Symbiosis Dubai campus. Both B. Tech and BCA integrate AI in specialisations enforcing learning and development and preparing students for the future," said Amruta Yeravdekar Ruikar, Head of International Admissions & Promotions, Symbiosis International University. The India Skills Report 2024 by Wheebox forecasts that India's AI industry will reach USD 28.8 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 45 per cent. The report highlights that the AI-skilled workforce has seen a 14-fold increase from 2016 to 2023, making India one of the top five fastest-growing AI talent hubs, alongside Singapore, Finland, Ireland, and Canada. "The surge in demand for AI professionals' stems from rapid technological progress. As AI reshapes productivity, operations, and innovation, preparing a future-ready workforce is imperative. At SRM Institute of Science and Technology, we offer interdisciplinary programs in areas like Medical Engineering, ECE with Data science, Biotechnology (Food Technology) and AI-ML Embedded Systems to bridge emerging domains. Our strong academia-industry partnerships provide students with real-world exposure and global competitiveness," according to Dr. Kathiravan Kannan, Director, SRM Group of Institutions, Ramapuram, Chennai and Tiruchirappalli. This interdisciplinary momentum is now a nationwide trend as institutions are increasingly embedding research-driven curricula, industry mentorship and global exposure into their programs. New focus areas like Extended Reality (XR), ethical AI, data visualization, and digital manufacturing are becoming foundational to modern tech education. According to Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, "We see a growing need to foster an innovation ecosystem driven by AI, for today's youth by providing experiential learning opportunities such as internships, global immersion programmes, and research initiatives. At Mahindra University, we believe academic excellence is achieved when rigorous foundational knowledge is seamlessly integrated with real-world applications. Our multidisciplinary approach empowers students to understand the technical concepts of AI while also cultivating critical problem-solving abilities, adaptability, ethics and emotional intelligence."
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
India to need 1 million AI professionals by 2026, says report amid tech education overhaul
NEW DELHI: India is poised to see a massive surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals, with projections estimating the need for one million skilled individuals by 2026, according to the report India's AI Revolution: A Roadmap to Viksit Bharat, released by the Union Ministry of Electronics & IT. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As the country aspires to become a USD 23-USD 35 trillion economy by 2047, higher education--particularly in engineering--is undergoing a fundamental transformation to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving job market shaped by AI, automation, and interdisciplinary innovation. Engineering education is at the heart of this shift. According to the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the number of approved B. Tech seats for the 2024-25 academic year has risen to 14.9 lakh--a nearly 16 per cent increase over four years. This growth is largely driven by a more than 50 per cent rise in seats for Computer Science and allied streams such as AI/ML, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain--mirroring strong industry demand. India's tech education landscape is increasingly embracing interdisciplinary and industry-integrated learning to nurture a new generation of engineers who can code, create, collaborate, and lead innovation. The transition from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to STEAM, adding Arts to the mix, is gaining ground, blending technical knowledge with design thinking, communication, psychology, law, and business. Recently, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) announced the launch of Symbiosis Artificial Intelligence Institute (SAII), an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused institute. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to the institute, SAII will integrate cutting-edge AI into academic programmes and research. "By embracing AI, we are not just keeping pace with global innovation but also empowering our students to become responsible innovators and problem-solvers who will shape the future. Curriculum at Symbiosis combines strong theoretical foundations with real-world applications from day one, creating a dynamic ecosystem that fosters both technical depth and interdisciplinary breadth. And this reflects in programs offered by our Symbiosis Dubai campus. Both B. Tech and BCA integrate AI in specialisations enforcing learning and development and preparing students for the future," said Amruta Yeravdekar Ruikar, Head of International Admissions & Promotions, Symbiosis International University. The India Skills Report 2024 by Wheebox forecasts that India's AI industry will reach USD 28.8 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 45 per cent. The report highlights that the AI-skilled workforce has seen a 14-fold increase from 2016 to 2023, making India one of the top five fastest-growing AI talent hubs, alongside Singapore, Finland, Ireland, and Canada. "The surge in demand for AI professionals' stems from rapid technological progress. As AI reshapes productivity, operations, and innovation, preparing a future-ready workforce is imperative. At SRM Institute of Science and Technology, we offer interdisciplinary programs in areas like Medical Engineering, ECE with Data science, Biotechnology (Food Technology) and AI-ML Embedded Systems to bridge emerging domains. Our strong academia-industry partnerships provide students with real-world exposure and global competitiveness," according to Dr. Kathiravan Kannan, Director, SRM Group of Institutions, Ramapuram, Chennai and Tiruchirappalli. This interdisciplinary momentum is now a nationwide trend as institutions are increasingly embedding research-driven curricula, industry mentorship and global exposure into their programs. New focus areas like Extended Reality (XR), ethical AI, data visualization, and digital manufacturing are becoming foundational to modern tech education. According to Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, "We see a growing need to foster an innovation ecosystem driven by AI, for today's youth by providing experiential learning opportunities such as internships, global immersion programmes, and research initiatives. At Mahindra University, we believe academic excellence is achieved when rigorous foundational knowledge is seamlessly integrated with real-world applications. Our multidisciplinary approach empowers students to understand the technical concepts of AI while also cultivating critical problem-solving abilities, adaptability, ethics and emotional intelligence."
