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April 24, 2024

NASA Announces 30th Human Exploration Rover Challenge Winners


NASA


Photo: Students from Universidad Catolica Boliviana prepare to traverse the course at the 2024 Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. Photo Credits: NASA/Taylor Goodwin.


WASHINGTON, April 22, 2024 — NASA has announced the winners of the 30th Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC). Parish Episcopal School from Dallas won the high school division, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville captured the college/university title.

The annual engineering competition is one of NASA’s longest-standing challenges and was held on April 19-20 at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. The complete list of 2024 award winners appears below:

• High School Division

• College/University Division

• Ingenuity Award

• Phoenix Award

• Task Challenge Award

• Project Review Award

• Featherweight Award

• Safety Award

• Crash and Burn Award

• Jeff Norris and Joe Sexton Memorial Pit Crew Award

• Team Spirit Award

• Most Improved Performance Award

• Social Media Award

• STEM Engagement Award

• Artemis Educator Award

• Rookie of the Year


More than 600 students from 72 teams worldwide participated in the Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC), which celebrated its 30th anniversary as a NASA competition. Participating teams represented 42 colleges and universities and 30 high schools from 24 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 13 other nations worldwide. Teams were awarded points based on navigating a half-mile obstacle course, conducting mission-specific task challenges, and completing multiple safety and design reviews with NASA engineers.

“This student design challenge encourages the next generation of scientists and engineers to engage in the design process by providing innovative concepts and unique perspectives,” said Vemitra Alexander, HERC activity lead for NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall. “While celebrating the 30th anniversary of the challenge, HERC also continues NASA’s legacy of providing valuable experiences to students who may be responsible for planning future space missions, including crewed missions to other worlds.”

HERC is one of NASA’s eight Artemis Student Challenges reflecting the goals of the Artemis program, which seeks to land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon while establishing a long-term presence for science and exploration. NASA uses such challenges to encourage students to pursue degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

HERC is managed by NASA’s Southeast Regional Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall. Since its inception in 1994, more than 15,000 students have participated in HERC - with many former students now working at NASA or within the aerospace industry.


SOURCE: NASA

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April 22, 2024

UGC India directs the Registrars of Publicly Funded Universities to ensure their Institutions strictly comply with the Government Rules on Reservations.


UGC, Universities, India


UGC, Universities, India

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Photo: The UGC directive to the Registrars of publicly funded universities, including the Registrar of Panjab University in Chandigarh.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has instructed the Registrars of publicly funded universities, including the Registrar of Panjab University in Chandigarh, to strictly follow the Government of India’s Reservation Rules for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) in all teaching and non-teaching posts, as well as student admissions in all courses.

Moreover, these Registrars must submit their Compliance Report through the “University Activity Monitoring Portal” of the UGC.

Source: UGC

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April 21, 2024

UNESCO ICM Martial Arts Education Prize 2024 is Open for Applications


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Unesco Prize


The International Centre of Martial Arts for Youth Development and Engagement (ICM), under the auspices of UNESCO, has announced the opening of the call for the 2024 UNESCO ICM Martial Arts Education Prize.

Applications are Open from March 20 to May 20, 2024 (Korea Standard Time). Individuals, groups, or organizations significantly contributing to martial arts education and social development, including youth and women’s empowerment, may apply for the prize.

The prize aims to acknowledge and support exceptional martial arts education initiatives globally.


Unesco, India


Applications from India should be delivered to the Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO (INCCU), Government of India, Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education, no later than April 30, 2024, for further consideration and onward transmission to UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France.

Sources: UGC; Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO (INCCU), Government of India, Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education.

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April 20, 2024

Views from the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings 2024, Washington, DC


IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: A panel of esteemed figures in global finance and Economics, including CNBC anchor Karen Tso, Bank of England External Member Catherine Mann, Central Bank of Brazil Governor Roberto Campos Neto, First Deputy Managing Director of IMF Gita Gopinath, South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago, and University of Maryland Professor of Economics Sebnem Kalemli-Ozcan, engage in a thought-provoking seminar on ‘Capital Flows and Growth: Where is the Money Going?’ This event occurred during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington on April 19, 2024. IMF Photo/Tom Brenner. IMF Photo/ Tom Brenner. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: World Bank President Ajay Banga addresses the assembly at the G24 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting, a crucial gathering of global financial leaders, at the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2024. IMF Photo / Joshua Roberts. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: The Chair of the US Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, speaks at the IMFC (International Monetary and Financial Committee) Plenary Session during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 19, 2024. IMF Photo / James Mertz. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: The People’s Bank of China Governor, Pan Gongsheng, speaks at the IMFC (International Monetary and Financial Committee) Plenary Session during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 19, 2024. IMF Photo / James Mertz. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, Shaktikanta Das, speaks at the IMFC (International Monetary and Financial Committee) Plenary Session during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 19, 2024. IMF Photo/James Mertz. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



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Photo: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva speaks at the G20 Event “Taxing the super-rich: New Challenges in International Taxation” during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 17, 2024. IMF Photo / Tom Brenner. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



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Photo: Gulnara Khaydarshina, director of the Department of Cooperation with International Organizations of the Bank of Russia, addresses the other delegates at the BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Deputies’ Meeting during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2024. IMF Photo / Sarah Silbiger. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.



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Photo: IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director, Gita Gopinath, delivers remarks at the 1st IMF-IOSCO (International Organization of Securities Commissions) Conference during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 15, 2024. IMF Photo / Tom Brenner. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.


Source: IMF

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April 16, 2024

IMF presents World Economic Outlook April 2024


IMF


Photo: First Deputy Managing Director of IMF, Gita Gopinath, holds a bilateral meeting with Changneng Xuan, deputy governor of the National Bank of China, during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, on April 15, 2024. IMF Photo / Lewis Joly. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.


IMF


Photo: Director of the Research Department at IMF, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, poses with the April 2024 World Economic Outlook during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, April 16, 2024. IMF Photo / Sarah Silbiger. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.


IMF


IMF


Washington, DC, April 16, 2024 — On Tuesday, the IMF released its World Economic Outlook for April 2024, with some positive news to report. The global economy is projected to continue growing steadily at a rate of 3.2% in 2024 and 2025, which aligns with 2023’s growth rate. While this is slightly below the historical average of 3.8%, it’s still a positive sign of continued economic activity. Additionally, global headline inflation is expected to decrease from an average of 6.8% in 2023 to 5.9% in 2024 and then further to 4.5% in 2025.

Since October 2023, the global economic landscape has seen a reduction in risks, leading to a more balanced distribution of potential outcomes around the baseline projection for international growth. However, it’s important to note the potential upsides that could further boost the economy. These include fiscal policy proving to be more expansionary than expected or advancements in artificial intelligence boosting productivity, offering a glimmer of hope for a more prosperous future.

Overall, the IMF’s chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, underscored the need for smooth inflation convergence to target levels and rebuilding fiscal buffers to guard against future shocks. Additionally, intensifying supply-enhancing reforms would facilitate inflation and debt reduction while allowing economies to increase growth toward higher pre-pandemic averages. However, the most pressing call is for world leaders to strengthen multilateral cooperation. It is not just a suggestion but a necessity to make progress on common goals such as climate change and mitigate the costs of geoeconomic fragmentation.

Source: IMF

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Nobel Prize-winning Economist Joseph Stiglitz will present the findings of a new UNESCO study at the National Press Club Headliners event on April 17.


National Press Club, Washington, DC


WASHINGTON, DC, April 15, 2024 — Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz will release the findings of a new study on the relationship between press freedom and advancing democratic values and economic development at a National Press Club Headliners Coffee and Conversation at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17 in the First Amendment Lounge.

Stiglitz’s remarks will be followed by a panel discussion of the report with esteemed experts in the field, Arturo Herrera Gutierrez, global director for Governance Global Practice in the Equitable Growth, Finance, and Institutions Practice Group at the World Bank, and Eliot Minchenberg, Director of Office and UNESCO Representative to the United Nations in New York. The study is part of UNESCO’s “World Trends in Freedom of Expression and Media Development” series.

Doors open at 10:30 a.m. with coffee provided.

Registration is a prerequisite to attending this event, so please register to confirm your attendance.


Source: National Press Club

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April 15, 2024

IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings 2024 Calendar


IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: Promotional signage goes up ahead of the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) in Washington, DC., April 5, 2024. IMF Photo / James Mertz. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.


IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: Preparation for the Spring Meetings at the International Monetary Fund in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2024. IMF Photo/Joshua Roberts. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.


IMF, World Bank


Photo: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, World Bank President Ajay Banga, UK MP and Chair of Business and Trade Liam Byrne, and Jamaican MP and Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs Marlene Forte at the Global Parliamentary Forum during the 2024 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, April 15, 2024. IMF Photo / James Mertz. Image provided by & copyright © IMF.


IMF Spring Meetings


Photo: International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) Spring Meetings 2024 Calendar provided by the IMF.


The upcoming IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, a significant event in the global financial calendar, will take place next week in Washington, DC. Financial leaders worldwide will convene to discuss various critical issues that directly impact people’s lives. These issues include inflation, the economic ramifications of the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, and the effects of artificial intelligence on the global economy.

It’s important to note that the G20 Finance meetings, led by Brazil this year, will also be held concurrently with the Spring Meetings.

The Spring Meetings, a platform for diverse perspectives, are an annual event that brings together central bankers, development and finance ministers, parliamentarians, private sector executives, representatives from civil society organizations, and academics. They gather to discuss global issues such as economic outlook, poverty eradication, economic development, and aid effectiveness. The event will feature seminars, regional briefings, press conferences, and other activities focused on the world’s financial system, international development, and the global economy. The central ministerial meetings and events will occur from April 17-19, with other events and activities taking place throughout the week from April 15-20.

Source: IMF

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UGC India asks Universities to announce their Academic Calendar

UGC


Academic calendars are not just a set of dates but the backbone of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). They enable universities to meticulously plan and execute educational activities, ensuring students receive a quality education. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued guidelines for universities to follow when creating academic calendars, which include specific timelines for different courses’ commencement of classes and the declaration of results.

Moreover, universities must announce their academic calendar at the beginning of each academic year, including all educational activities and dates for degree awards. By complying with these guidelines, HEIs can promote quality teaching, learning, and research.

Therefore, the UGC has asked all HEIs to adhere to the timelines prescribed by the UGC or the relevant Statutory Regulatory Councils, where applicable.


UGC


Photo: The University Grants Commission has asked universities to announce their academic calendar in compliance with the UGC (Grant of Degree and Other Awards by Universities) Regulations, 2008.

Source: UGC

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April 10, 2024

QS Announces World University Rankings by Subject 2024


- QS reveals Top universities in 55 subjects.


QS University Rankings


LONDON, April 10, 2024 — Global higher education analyst QS Quacquarelli Symonds released the fourteenth edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject: an independent comparative analysis of academic excellence featuring 1500+ universities in 96 countries and territories across 55 disciplines.


QS University Rankings


• Global Highlights


QS Senior Vice President Ben Sowter said: With rising global inflation, geo-political instability, and general elections in 50+ countries, supporting higher education and international student mobility has never been more critical as it drives innovation and societal advancement. QS’s extensive university comparative analysis highlights the importance of diversity, research partnerships, investment, and cross-border academic and industry collaborations.”


• INDIA


QS World University Rankings


From India, 69 universities, with 424 entries, have made it to the QS World University Rankings by Subject. IIM-Ahmedabad is among the top 25 globally for Business and Management Studies, while IIM-Bangalore and IIM-Calcutta are among the top 50. Jawaharlal Nehru University is ranked 20th globally for Development Studies. The University of Delhi, IIT Bombay, and IIT Kharagpur are most represented, with 30, 28, and 27 entries, respectively.


Source: QS Quacquarelli Symonds

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April 9, 2024

Call for Nominations: UNESCO World Book Capital 2026


World Book Capital


Every year, the Advisory Committee for World Book Capital recommends to the Director-General of UNESCO the Name of the City that deserves to be designated as World Book Capital for one year, starting from April 23, celebrated as World Book and Copyright Day.

The Advisory Committee includes prominent organizations such as the International Authors Forum, the European and International Booksellers Federation, the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, and the International Publishers Association, alongside UNESCO.

Recently, Strasbourg, France, was designated the World Book Capital for 2024, while Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, will hold the title in 2025.

A city designated as UNESCO World Book Capital must promote books and reading across national borders and organize activities for all ages and groups.

• World Book Capitals

UNESCO has now opened nominations for the World Book Capital 2026, inviting City Administrations and Municipal Corporations worldwide to submit their applications.

To ensure your nomination gets considered, please submit all applications in English or French by May 10, 2024.

In India, the Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced UNESCO’s Call for nominations for the 2026 World Book Capital.

The Commission recommends that the City Administrations or Municipal Corporations send their applications to the National Book Trust, New Delhi, by April 15, 2024.

The National Book Trust will examine the applications and forward them to UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France, for consideration.

Sources: UNESCO; Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO

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April 6, 2024

Audrey Azoulay meets with Antony Blinken at UNESCO.


Unesco Blinken


Unesco Blinken


Unesco Blinken


Photos: Audrey Azoulay, UNESCO’s director-general, met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. During his visit, Blinken reaffirmed the United States’ enduring support for UNESCO’s fundamental mission, notably safeguarding culture and education. Images provided by UNESCO; copyright © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX.

Paris, France, April 06, 2024 — US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made his first official visit to UNESCO headquarters since the United States re-joined the Organization in July 2023. In a meeting with Audrey Azoulay, he reaffirmed the United States’ total commitment to supporting UNESCO’s mandate for education, sciences, culture, and information.

The Director-General praised the United States’ commitment to the Organization’s multisector priorities, including gender equality, improving access to quality education for all, and globally implementing the Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, which UNESCO’s Member States unanimously adopted in November 2021.

Audrey Azoulay and Antony Blinken also discussed actions that UNESCO implements in crisis and conflict environments, notably Iraq, Gaza, and Ukraine.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is comprised of 194 Member States and has its headquarters in Paris. It leads international cooperation in education, science, culture, communication, and information. UNESCO oversees over 2000 World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves, and Global Geoparks. Additionally, it manages networks of Creative, Learning, Inclusive, and Sustainable Cities. Further, it operates over 13,000 associated schools, university chairs, training academies, and research institutions.

Source: UNESCO

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March 31, 2024

The UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women's Education is now Open for 2024 Nominations.


Unesco Women Education


Unesco Prize


Photo: A group of participants at a meet on Education for Women. UNESCO Headquarters, Paris. March 7, 2024. Image provided by & copyright © UNESCO/Marie ETCHEGOYEN.


Paris, France, March 30, 2024 — On International Women’s Day, UNESCO launched the Call for Nominations for the 2024 UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education. The Prize awards US$50,000 annually to two laureates who make outstanding efforts toward girls’ and women’s education.

At the Transforming Education Summit in 2022, countries called for actions that put gender equality at the heart of education plans, budgets, and policies as part of their commitment to transforming education for the world we live in today.

It means promoting gender equality in curricula and pedagogies, creating safe, inclusive, and transformative learning spaces, supporting collaboration across sectors and generations, and investing in the most marginalized.

The Governments of UNESCO Member States can make the nominations. They can nominate up to three individuals, institutions, or organizations who have made solid and innovative contributions to girls’ and women’s education.

Interested candidates should contact their country’s National Commission for UNESCO, Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, or the Prize Secretariat for more information.

Nominations must meet the eligibility and selection criteria set by the Prize. Nominated projects must have been established and running for at least two years, showing potential for replicable and scalable growth.

An independent International Jury of five experts will assess nominations based on the project’s impact, innovation, and sustainability prospects.

Based on the jury’s recommendations, the Director-General of UNESCO will announce the 2024 laureates, who will receive the award on or around October 11, 2024, as part of the International Day of the Girl celebrations.

The submission deadline is May 24, 2024 (midnight, Paris time).


Unesco Women Education


Photo: UNESCO Director-General’s letter to the Education Ministers of all Unesco Member Countries inviting Nominations for the UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education.



Photo: The University Grants Commission (UGC) India Public Notice announcing UNESCO’s Call for Nominations for the 2024 Girls and Women’s Education Prize. The UGC has advised all Higher Education Institutions to submit their nomination applications to the Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO (INCCU) by April 30, 2024. INCCU will then screen and forward the recommended nominations to UNESCO.

(The Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO (INCCU) is a part of the International Cooperation Cell within the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Minister of Education serves as the President of the Commission. The Secretary to the Government of India in the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, acts as the Secretary-General of the Commission and is responsible for overseeing the work of the Commission.)

Sources: UNESCO; Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

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March 27, 2024

UGC India instructs the Public and Students to Check a University's Relevant Status before enrolling in its Open and Distance Learning (ODL) or Online Learning (OL) Program.


UGC


UGC


New Delhi, India, March 24, 2024 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a Public Notice instructing the Public and students to check a university’s relevant status before enrolling in its open and distance learning (ODL) and online learning (OL) programs.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has established regulations that set minimum standards of instruction for granting degrees and diplomas in ODL and Online mode. To ensure a positive learning experience, students should confirm the recognition status of the Higher Education Institution (HEI) offering ODL and Online education, check for prohibited programs and franchising arrangements, and ensure that the University conducts all activities or ODL programs within its territorial jurisdiction.

• Determining the Relevant Status of a Higher Educational Institution (HEI):

• Check the details on the HEIs’ website: All Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) recognized and entitled to offer Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online programs are required to upload details including:

Students should thoroughly review the above information on their University’s Website.

• Further, the students must check which HEIs are prohibited from offering ODL or Online programs and are classified as ‘No Admission’ institutions.

• Additionally, students must ensure that the ODL and Online courses they enroll in strictly adhere to the UGC notification on Specification of Degrees, 2014, and its subsequent amendments regarding minimum duration, nomenclature, and entry-level qualifications.

• Conduct of Activities within the Territorial Jurisdiction of the University:

• The University Grants Commission (UGC) prohibits specific disciplines from being offered under Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes. These include Engineering, Medical, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dental, Architecture, Law, Agriculture, Horticulture, Hotel Management, Catering Technology, Culinary Sciences, Aircraft Maintenance, Visual Arts, Sports, and Aviation. Additionally, the UGC prohibits M.Phil and Ph.D. programs from being offered in ODL and Online modes.

• March 31, 2024, is the last date for admissions to all HEIs for ODL and Online Programmes for the academic sessions commencing February 2024.

Source: UGC

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March 22, 2024

UGC India asks Universities to prioritize the well-being of New Mothers within their Community and comply with National Minimum Standards for Creches.


UGC


UGC Creches

New Delhi, India, March 20, 2024— The University Grants Commission (UGC) has informed the Vice-Chancellors of all Universities that the “Maternity Benefit Act, 2017” requires that all establishments with fifty or more employees provide a creche facility within a prescribed distance. The creche facility can be provided separately or along with shared facilities. Further, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has developed the National Guidelines for Setting Up and Running Creches under the “Maternity Benefit Act 2017.”

The UGC has asked all Higher Educational Institutions to adhere to the National Minimum Standards and Protocol for Creches (Operation and Management) outlined by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD). The UGC has also urged the Universities to inform their affiliated colleges of this requirement and ensure compliance.

• Universities and colleges must prioritize the well-being of their staff and students, focusing on new mothers within their community. Academic institutions are responsible for providing adequate support and resources for new mothers to help them balance their educational and family commitments.

Source: UGC

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• To support the academic aspirations of women, working parents, scholars, and students, the University Grants Commission (UGC) introduced a scheme a few years ago to provide daycare facilities for infants at universities on a payment basis. This initiative was a valuable resource for University employees and students away during the day. It gave them peace of mind that their infants were cared for in a safe and reliable environment. The scheme was also available to male employees, scholars, and students whose wives were working elsewhere. The UGC has discontinued this scheme.


UGC


Photo: The format for submitting a proposal for a daycare center (for information only). Eligible universities could submit an application outlining their need for the facility. Once accepted, the UGC released the permissible amount. This scheme is no longer available.


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March 21, 2024

Association of Indian Universities and EdifyOnline select Noodle's tech to power India's University Clusters Initiative.


— Clusters of higher education institutions will use the Noodle Learning Platform, which empowers universities to deliver online course offerings through a fully customizable platform.


Noodle, AIU


NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 — The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) located in New Delhi, India, and Edify Online Corp (EdifyOnline) based in Birmingham, USA, have partnered with Noodle (Noodle), a technology company in New York, USA, to develop a shared ecosystem of lectures by global academic leaders and professors. This program will benefit the AIU’s 992 member universities, which serve over 5 million students. The Noodle Learning Platform (NLP) will be provided by Noodle, allowing universities to offer online courses through a fully customizable, LMS-agnostic all-in-one platform. The partners will work together to address the challenges, successes, and opportunities of implementing the program. Industry experts will review and publish the results to benefit all AIU members.

“With the help of EdifyOnline and Noodle’s NLP, AIU is preparing to enable a ‘shared HEIs ecosystem’ for AIU member universities to provide highly qualified and highly skilled international academic leaders at scalable and sustainable costs, as well as build bridges for Indian faculty to do the same for international HEIs in future,” said Secretary General of the AIU, Dr. Pankaj (Mrs.) Mittal.

Anil P. Agarwal, Co-Founder of EdifyOnline, believes that the Shared HEIs ecosystem is the future of higher education. It improves education standards and opportunities for all academic faculties, including those in India. Their mission is to ensure that everyone has the right to be enlightened, which supports the central theme of the Indian National Education Policy 2020. Agarwal is confident that their collaborative efforts with Noodle, AIU, and AIU member HEIs are timely, affordable, and synergistic.

“Our platform helps universities offer low-cost, high-quality education globally. Noodle empowers universities to transform the world with accessible and innovative education,” said John Katzman, Noodle’s CEO.

Dr. Amarendra Pani, the Joint Director and Director of the Research Division of AIU believes that the “University Clusters Pilot Study” in India will provide international exposure to students. The study will enable an ecosystem of shared lectures using international talent, triggering innovative ideas and processes leading to advanced research in higher education. He added that he and his research staff are looking forward to working with all stakeholders, including AIU member universities, to ensure the success of this pioneering initiative.

The Association of Indian Universities, founded in 1925, is India’s leading representative body for universities and higher education institutions. AIU membership comprises all types of universities, including conventional universities, open universities, deemed-to-be universities, state universities, central universities, private universities, and institutes of national importance. As of now, there are 992 university members of the AIU.

EdifyOnline provides a platform, EdifyProfessional®, where Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) can hire independent contractors for various academic roles such as instructors, guest lecturers, course content creators, professional development, and other specialized areas. The platform showcases highly qualified subject experts from around the globe. It is ideal for HEIs struggling with a lack of competent academic talent or seeking to expand their international competencies.

Noodle is a tech-enabled partner for higher education. As a Certified B Corporation, it helps academic institutions grow their online enrollments and build infrastructure. Noodle offers strategic consulting, customized services, and technology integration to make partners more efficient and responsive.

Source: Noodle

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March 14, 2024

Panjab University Chandigarh averts its inclusion in the UGC's "Defaulting Universities" list by fully complying with the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations and duly appointing an Ombudsperson.


UPDATE

MARCH 14, 2024

UGC has published a Public Notice and released an updated list of Defaulting Universities that have still not appointed Ombudspersons in compliance with the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023.

• Updated List of Defaulting State Universities as of March 12, 2024.



UGC


PU Gandhi Bhawan


Photo: Gandhi Bhawan, Panjab University Chandigarh (Photo for Representation).


MANDATORY

• Each University must appoint an Ombudsperson to address the grievances of students enrolled in the University and affiliated colleges/institutions.


UNIVERSITY’S PENCHANT FOR HARASSING & VICTIMIZING

• The grievances include non-transparent or unfair evaluation practices and the University’s penchant for harassing and victimizing students.


MUST DISPLAY OMBUDSPERSON DETAILS

• Per the UGC regulations, each University and its affiliated colleges must display the particulars and contact details of the Ombudsperson and students’ grievance redressal committee (SGRC) on their websites and at prominent places on their campuses.


CONSEQUENCES OF NON-COMPLIANCE

• If an institution willfully contravenes these regulations, the UGC will take one or more of the following actions:


New Delhi, India, January 31, 2023 — On April 11, 2023, UGC notified the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023, in the Official Gazette of India. Following this, the UGC sent a letter to the University Vice-Chancellors asking them to appoint ombudspersons within 30 days.

Meanwhile, Panjab University at Chandigarh has fully complied with the UGC directive on the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023. It has constituted a Student Grievances Redressal Committee (SGRC) and has duly appointed an Ombudsperson.

Thus, it has averted getting branded a “Defaulter” by the UGC. Consequently, the name of Panjab University Chandigarh does not appear on UGC’s “Defaulting Universities” list.

However, per the directives of the UGC, Panjab University and its affiliated colleges must prominently display the contact details of the Student Grievances Redressal Committee (SGRC) and the Ombudsperson on their campuses.



UGC Notice


Photo: UGC Public Notice announcing the List of Defaulting Universities that have not appointed Ombudspersons in compliance with the University Grants Commission Redressal of Grievances of Students Regulations, 2023.


Source: UGC

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March 9, 2024

International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recognized India as a Promising Destination for Investment and a Country full of Opportunities, says Vice President Dhankhar at the Convocation of Panjab University in Chandigarh.


Panjab University Convocation


Chandigarh, India, March 07, 2024 — The Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, who is the ex-officio Chancellor of the institution, addressed the 71st Convocation of Panjab University in Chandigarh today.

The Vice President stated that the IMF has recognized India as a bright spot for investment and opportunity. Additionally, the World Economic Forum is optimistic about India’s development and expects it to become a developed nation by 2047.

The Vice-President emphasized the importance of universities in exposing students to new areas of study, such as disruptive technology, and breaking down the silos that prioritize cutthroat competition for government jobs. Shri Dhankhar also highlighted the need for balance in understanding the advantages and disadvantages of competition.

The Vice-President acknowledged that a university’s strength largely depends on its faculty and alumni. Therefore, he appealed to alumni to contribute to the growth of their Alma Mater. He further noted that alumni and corporations play a crucial role in developing educational institutions in developed nations.

He urged corporates to support educational institutions in India to promote innovation, research, and development. According to him, universities should serve as a platform for confronting ideas rather than just being a sanctuary for comfort.

Source: Vice President’s Secretariat

— Ayushmann Khurrana and Neeraj Chopra, Ratna Awardees of the University, were supposed to attend the Convocation as special guests but couldn’t make it.

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March 5, 2024

Applications are Open for Dual Degree with Shoolini & University of Melbourne.


University, Melbourne


Photo: The University of Melbourne has been ranked as the 14th best university in the world. Image provided by the University of Melbourne.


University, Shoolini


SOLAN, India, March 4, 2024 — Shoolini University has collaborated with the esteemed University of Melbourne to provide Indian students with international education opportunities. The admission process for the dual degree Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) program is currently in progress, and admissions will commence at Shoolini University on April 1.

Shoolini University has been recognized as India’s top-ranked private university by the QS and the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. Similarly, QS has ranked the University of Melbourne as the number one university in Australia in its World University Rankings. The partnership between these two universities has set new academic excellence and innovation standards, especially considering that the University of Melbourne has achieved the prestigious 14th position globally.

Last year, two universities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide cutting-edge education to Indian students. This young talent pool will receive instruction and guidance from top-class faculty for the first two years of their education at Shoolini University and then continue their studies for the same period at the University of Melbourne.

The dual degree program begins with the Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) and offers students a world-class curriculum, opening doors to an exceptional global education experience. Indian students will enjoy the unique advantage of pursuing undergraduate science studies at Shoolini and the University of Melbourne.

The transformative journey starts with two years of study at Shoolini University and the remaining two years at Melbourne. Students can choose from various multidisciplinary majors in their third and fourth years, including Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Cell and Development Biology, Chemistry, Climate and Weather, Ecosystem Science, Food Science, Geography, Physics, and Plant Science.

Shoolini Vice-Chancellor Professor Atul Khosla has expressed excitement about the partnership with the University of Melbourne. He said they are delighted to offer their outstanding undergraduate students from India more opportunities to study abroad. This collaboration highlights the global reputation of Shoolini University as a top-notch institution and broadens its students’ horizons.

The Dean of Science at the University of Melbourne, Prof Moira O’Bryan, expressed her delight in offering an international education to Shoolini students. She believes that this education will help prepare them for our globally connected world. The collaboration between the two universities will provide practical experience and a world-class education to many high-achieving Indian students to help them achieve their goals. The Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) dual degree program is now available, and the University of Melbourne is excited to welcome Indian students into the program.

Eligible students can extend their studies and complete a graduate program at the University of Melbourne, such as a Master of Science, with credit from their Advanced Honours program. It can reduce the study period for the additional qualification by up to a year, which is a great advantage. Furthermore, students who meet the Australian government criteria can apply for post-study work rights upon completing their studies in Australia.

The program’s curriculum reflects the rigorous standards the University of Melbourne upholds. Moreover, Shoolini University faculty members will visit Melbourne for practical training, fostering a more significant knowledge exchange between the two institutions.

Shoolini University and the University of Melbourne are paving the way for Indian students to access exceptional global education, fostering a new generation of highly skilled professionals prepared to thrive in today’s interconnected world.

According to Avnee Khosla, the Director of Admissions at Shoolini, only 30 seats will be available for dual degree admissions this year. It is a rare and excellent opportunity for students to pursue a high-quality pathway degree program from India to the highly-ranked University of Melbourne. Students will spend two years following the cutting-edge University of Melbourne curriculum at the Shoolini campus and continue their studies in Australia.

Associate Prof Rozy Dhanta, Deputy Director of International Affairs at Shoolini, said, “Collaboration with the University of Melbourne is not just about building partnerships but creating bridges of knowledge exchange that transcend borders, enriching both our institutions and the global community.”

Shoolini Research Professor Saurabh Kulshrestha, who has studied at premier institutions such as NIH, USA, and Max Planck, Germany, said that the dual degree program would provide ample opportunities for students who enroll.

Source: Shoolini University

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February 22, 2024

University Grants Commission (UGC) India instructs Vice-Chancellors to prominently display the Contact Details of their Ombudsperson on their Campuses and Affiliated Colleges.


UGC Poster


UGC Poster


Photo: Two of the various Posters issued by the UGC for prominent display on the University and its affiliated college campuses.


UGC India


Photo: The UGC Chairman held a virtual meeting with all Ombudspersons on February 5, 2024.


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Photo: The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has instructed Vice-Chancellors to prominently display the contact information of their Ombudspersons on campuses and affiliated colleges. Earlier, the UGC’s Chairman held a virtual meeting with all Ombudspersons.

Source: University Grants Commission

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February 20, 2024

UNESCO Member States adopt a Global Framework to strengthen Culture and Arts Education.


Unesco Education


Abu Dhabi, February 20, 2024 — The member states of UNESCO have collectively adopted a new global Framework for Culture and Arts Education. As part of this Framework, the member states have committed to several initiatives, including prioritizing culture and arts education in teacher training, emphasizing local and indigenous cultures and heritage in the classroom, and recognizing artistic and cultural skills within the professional world.

“As a UNESCO study highlighted last year, arts education helps students develop emotional intelligence, creativity, and critical thinking. It improves their well-being and academic results. Artistic education also promotes openness to others and respect for diversity within society at large. I thank our Member States for this new global agreement, which will make culture and arts a greater priority in education while taking into account the use of digital technology,” UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay stated.

The World Conference on Culture and Arts Education, organized by UNESCO and the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi (13-15 February), brought together nearly 1,000 culture and education stakeholders - including 90 ministers, 125 representatives of UNESCO Member States, policy-makers, experts and NGOs, as well as UN agencies, academia, and the private sector.

The new UNESCO Framework emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning in culture and art in all educational settings. It also stresses the need to put culture and the arts at the core of education policies, strategies, curricula, and programs. The Framework has a broader definition of culture, including built, natural, and living heritage, cultural expressions, and the cultural and creative industries. Additionally, it focuses on the potential of digital technologies in culture and arts education to promote intercultural dialogue and linguistic diversity.

The adopted text also recognizes that learning with and through cultural diversity is crucial for creating mutual understanding and bridging divisions. It highlights the need to emphasize local and indigenous cultures and heritage. Furthermore, it calls for stronger relationships between educational and cultural institutions. It involves creating more partnerships between schools and cultural institutions, including UNESCO’s World Heritage sites and the cultures, traditions, and festivals inscribed on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

This Framework results from two years of consultations, dialogue, and negotiations with various stakeholders and member states. It will provide grants to those who implement exceptional practices for arts education in each region. Secondly, it will engage teachers, particularly those in the more than 12,000 UNESCO Associated Schools. Educators who design and deliver effective pedagogies for arts education will receive international mobility grants.

With 194 Member States, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization contributes to peace and security by leading multilateral cooperation on education, science, culture, communication and information. Headquartered in Paris, UNESCO has offices in 54 countries and employs over 2300 people. UNESCO oversees over 2000 World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves, and Global Geoparks; networks of Creative, Learning, Inclusive, and Sustainable Cities; and over 13,000 associated schools, university chairs, training, and research institutions.

Source: UNESCO

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