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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
UoH student bags record Rs 46L package amid tough job market
Hyderabad: A student from University of Hyderabad (UoH) has landed a record-breaking Rs 46 lakh per annum package during campus placements for the academic year 2024-25, the highest ever secured by a student from the varsity. The MTech student from the School of Computer and Information Sciences landed the job at a leading product-based company. This year's top offer is more than double the previous year's highest package of Rs 17.89 lakh per annum. The second-highest offer of Rs 38 lakh was also bagged by another MTech student from the same school. "Despite a challenging job market, our students have performed exceptionally well and made us proud by securing some of the best offers. It's a clear sign of the growing recognition of UoH talent," said professor Chetan Srivastava, chairman, placement guidance advisory bureau (PGAB). He added that the earlier record stood at around Rs 37 lakh per annum. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad A total of 550 students were placed across 180 organisations this season, securing roles in IT, analytics, finance, research, education, and consulting. Top recruiters included Tata Consultancy Services, Deloitte, Oracle, Teradata, Intel, and Lloyds. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle, Needle-Free Way to Monitor Blood Sugar—Now Being Tried by Seniors Zakdavi Undo Highlighting shifts in hiring practices, Prerna Akhouri, training and placement coordinator, said, "While some in-person recruitment processes were delayed, we still managed excellent outcomes. We're also conducting upskilling programmes and planning more placement drives in the coming two months to help additional students."
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CUET UG 2025: BCom, Political Science and English emerge top choices at CUs
CUET UG 2025: More takers for Pol Science, English, BCom and Psychology in the first cut-off list As the university admission season peaks across the country, central universities (CU) are revealing distinct academic trends. Courses such as BCom (Hons), BA (Hons) in Political Science, BA (Hons) in Psychology, and the consistently popular BA (Hons) in English have emerged as top choices among students participating in undergraduate admissions via CUET 2025. As on 23, the University of Delhi (DU) has reported BCom (Hons) as one of its most sought-after courses, with approximately 48,336 first-preference applications. It is followed closely by BSc (Hons) Zoology, BA (Hons) English, and BA (Hons) Political Science. Notably, BSc (Hons) Zoology has broken into the top five this year — a significant development, considering it was absent from the top list in 2024, which was dominated by BCom (Hons), BA (Hons) English, and BA (Hons) Political Science. DU has released the CUET 2025 Round 2 cut-off on July 28, 2025. Speaking to Education Times, Brajesh Kumar Tiwari, associate professor, Atal School of Management, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi, says, "Commerce, particularly BCom (Hons) and BBA, BMS, remains the most popular and dynamic field within the CUET framework. Following closely are BA (Hons) programmes in English, History, and Political Science. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo Among the sciences, BSc (Hons) courses in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, as well as technical streams such as BCA, BTech in Computer Science Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), and Mechanical Engineering (ME), are also in high demand. For top-tier colleges under DU, BSc (Hons) admissions typically require a percentile between 98 and 99." He adds, "BCom (Hons) continues to be the most preferred course in both 2024 and 2025, with around 19.9 lakh first-preference applications this year. BCom follows it with 15.3 lakh applications and then BA (Hons). While DU does not publish domicile-specific data, CUET trends indicate significant interstate migration. Programmes such as BCom, BA (Hons) Economics, and BA (Hons) English attract students not only from Delhi but also from nearby states such as Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. " At the University of Hyderabad, student interest drifted towards integrated and interdisciplinary programmes. The first-round application window will close on July 30. Tanmay Ranjan, deputy registrar, University of Hyderabad (UoH), says, "Economics has remained the top preference among students for several years, and we do not anticipate a major shift in 2025. However, since a significant number of applications are submitted in the final days, the complete picture will become clear only after the deadline. " In 2024, the most sought-after programme through CUET UG was the undergraduate integrated MA in Economics programme, which received around 761 applications. "This was followed by the integrated MSc in Psychology with 639 applications. The newly introduced four-year BSc in Chemistry attracted 470 applications for just 20 seats, reflecting strong interest in science disciplines aligned with the NEP 2020 reforms," he adds. The UoH also enjoys a strong national footprint of 471 undergraduate students admitted in 2024, 311 were from outside Telangana. At Nagaland University, applications for BA (Hons) Political Science and BA (Hons) English have steadily increased, confirming their status as the region's most popular undergraduate courses. The Department of English received 274 applications for 65 seats this year, compared to 251 in 2024. Prof Nigamananda Das, head, Department of English, attributes the subject's popularity to its deep cultural significance in the region. "English remains the most cherished subject among Naga scholars. Their fluency and literary articulation are rooted in the legacy of American Baptist missionaries. Even though the number of institutions offering MA English has expanded to eight, application volumes remain strong, reflecting both cultural reverence and academic interest," says Prof Das. Meanwhile, in 2025, the Department of Political Science received about 240 applications for 55 seats, up from 220 in 2024. Prof Dasarathi Bhuiyan, head of the Department of Political Science, notes, "The growing popularity of Political Science is due to its interdisciplinary approach and its relevance to contemporary social and political issues. The subject nurtures analytical skills and prepares students for engaged citizenship. " At the Central University of Punjab, professional and integrated courses have also witnessed a steady rise in applications for 2025. Programmes such as BPharma, BA LLB, BTech, BA BEd, and BSc BEd received 417, 461, 543, 170, and 594 applications, respectively, marginally higher than the figures from CUET UG 2024. In 2024, BPharma received 288 applications for 60 seats, BA LLB saw 354 for 60 seats, BTech received 503 for 30 seats, BA BEd attracted 202 for 50 seats, and BSc BEd received 524 applications for 50 seats. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Hyderabad University Placement: Rs 46 lakh highest offer received, recruiters include TCS, Deloitte
The University of Hyderabad (UoH) concludes the placement season for 2024-25 session, with a staggering Rs 46 lakh per annum being the highest package offered — more than double last year's top offer of Rs 17.89 LPA. A total of 550 students were placed across 180 leading public and private sector organisations. The Rs 46 lakh per annum (LPA) offer was bagged by an MTech graduate from the School of Computer and Information Sciences. Top recruiters included global and national giants, like Tata Consultancy Services, Deloitte, Oracle, Teradata, Intel, Pegasystems, Exim Bank, Novartis, Accenture, Micron and General Electric. A wide range of sectors were represented, ranging from IT, analytics, and finance to education, consulting, and research. Educational institutions and foundations like Sri Prakash Institute, Aakash Institute, and the Azim Premji Foundation were also among the notable recruiters, reflecting the diverse career paths UoH graduates are choosing. Prof Chetan Srivastava, chairman of the Placement Guidance Advisory Bureau (PGAB), said: 'Despite a challenging job market, our students have excelled. The faculty, placement team, and coordinators worked tirelessly to expand our industry outreach and leverage alumni networks,' he said. He also extended his gratitude to the vice-chancellor Prof BJ Rao, Registrar Dr Devesh Nigam, and the university administration for supporting the process. Prerna Akhouri, training and placement coordinator, pointed out the shift in recruitment practices. 'Online platforms like Zoom and Google Meet became the norm. Despite some delays in in-person interviews, we managed excellent placements and are running upskilling programs and untargeted drives to benefit more students in the coming months.' With an open invitation to companies for future collaborations, the university is confident of scaling new heights in the years ahead. In a statement issued by the university in this regard, it said: 'If your organisation is interested in tapping into our pool of skilled and dedicated students, please reach out to us at: chairmanpgab@ or placementuoh@ or call Dr Chetan: 9866109681.'
Hans India
7 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Hyderabad: City startup achieves global first in regenerative medicine for liver failure
Hyderabad: In a significant achievement for India's biotechnology sector, Tulsi Therapeutics, a startup incubated at ASPIRE-BioNEST at the University of Hyderabad, has announced the world's first successful animal trial of a novel stem cell-exosome combination therapy for chronic liver failure. The investigational product, Tulsi-28X, is a groundbreaking regenerative therapy derived from Wharton's Jelly mesenchymal stem cells and their native exosomes. It's a combination that has never been tested in any animal model worldwide. Although conceptualised in the United States, the platform was developed in India through three years of intensive research at ASPIRE-BioNEST. The preclinical trial, conducted in collaboration with global experts including Dr. Naga Chalasani (Indiana University, USA) and Dr. Ajay Duseja (PGIMER, Chandigarh), demonstrated 100% of the animals treated with Tulsi-28x showed reversal of liver fibrosis (indicating liver regeneration) resulting in zero deaths, compared to only 14% reversal (p<0.001) and 43% deaths (p<0.0066) in the untreated control group. 'This is a significant milestone for India's biotech industry,' said Dr. Sairam Atluri, Founder & CEO of Tulsi Therapeutics. 'ASPIRE-BioNEST provided a world-class platform that helped us translate our vision into scientific reality. While human trials are the next challenge, this study opens doors to a new class of biologics in liver disease.' Key results were presented at the prestigious AASLD 2024 Liver Conference in San Diego and accepted for publication in the Journal of Regenerative Medicine. Tulsi Therapeutics is recognised as the world's first biotech company developing a dual stem cell–exosome biologic. Tulsi-28X works by secreting regenerative proteins and growth factors, stimulating the repair of diseased liver tissue. 'We are committed to developing world-class yet affordable regenerative solutions,' said Dr. Ravi Bonthala, Chief Scientific Officer, Tulsi Therapeutics. 'Our next step is to take Tulsi-28X into human clinical trials in collaboration with Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS).' Chronic liver failure remains a serious public health concern in India, contributing to nearly 20% of global liver-related deaths. With transplantation being the only current treatment, Tulsi-28X represents a potential paradigm shift. 'This milestone highlights how India's innovation ecosystem—anchored by institutions like the University of Hyderabad and enabled by BIRAC and incubators like ASPIRE-BioNEST—is capable of delivering breakthrough global biotech products,' said Prof. B.J. Rao, Vice Chancellor, University of Hyderabad. 'It reflects the power of science, policy, and startup synergy.' 'Tulsi Therapeutics' achievement is a proud moment for all of us at ASPIRE-BioNEST,' said Dr. Anil Kondreddy, CEO, ASPIRE-BioNEST. 'It reflects our mission to nurture science-led innovation with real-world impact. Being rooted in the University of Hyderabad gives us the strength of academic excellence, and it's incredibly fulfilling to see this ecosystem support a global-first breakthrough in regenerative medicine. This is precisely the kind of outcome we work to enable.'
Time of India
25-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Fix skill gaps and build industry connect to make NEP reforms effective: Academics
Hyderabad: While India's National Education Policy (NEP) emphasises internationalisation of higher education, a study of 165 institutions highlights a different trend: large outflow of Indian students seeking education abroad and limited inflow of international students to Indian institutes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking about it at a panel during a NEP conference in Hyderabad on Thursday, academics attributed this to weak industry linkages and poor employment opportunities. Even though Indian institutions offer affordable and quality education, these gaps drive Indian students overseas and deter foreign enrolment, they added. "This imbalance stems from the fact that our education system often fails to translate into employment," reiterated B J Rao, vice-chancellor of the University of Hyderabad. He added: "To achieve true internationalisation and global recognition, we must build stronger, more organic linkages between institutions and industry." Divya Nalla, director of Nalla Malla Reddy engineering college stressed the need to address "foundational issues" to "implement the NEP effectively". "Many students today struggle with basic communication skills; some can't even draft a simple leave letter. To bridge this gap, we conduct regular language classes. For true internationalisation, our students need to meet global standards, which will in turn justify investments in improving infrastructure to attract students from all over the world," he said. The study — From Vision to Reality: Tracking NEP 2020 Implementation in Indian Higher Education — has been conducted by QS I-GAUGE, an independent educational rating system, and sheds light on key institutional shortcomings hindering the pace and effectiveness of internationalisation under the NEP. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Despite the policy's strong emphasis on positioning India as a global education hub, the report states that nearly half of the surveyed institutions — about 45% — still lack dedicated faculty responsible for international engagement. Additionally, 41% of institutions reported having no active international collaborations, limiting exposure to global academic networks. "Also, 39% of institutions lack the physical infrastructure or administrative offices required to support international students, making it difficult to provide the academic, cultural, and logistical support needed for a truly international campus experience," the study stated. According to it, 33% of institutions do not have a policy of reserved seats for international students. Underlining how it's the right time for Indian universities to pursue foreign collaborations, Madan Pillutla, dean, Indian School of Business, said: "Many foreign institutions are coming to India. We should use this opportunity to collaborate with them. This will enhance our academics and put us on the global landscape."
