UGC plans anti-ragging regulations before new session

Chandigarh: Admitting that mere Supreme Court guidelines are not enough to prevent ragging from spoiling the careers of students, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided to convert these into strict regulations before the next academic session.

"We have realised that more than a decade-old guidelines are not enough to curb the menace of ragging. So, we have formed a four-member committee that would convert these guidelines into regulations as regulations are more strong and easier to enforce on the accused students or the institution," UGC chairman Sukhadeo Thorat told reporters here on Sunday.

"The committee will submit its report in the next one or two months and we would circulate it in all the colleges and universities. We are taking this issue very seriously and the new regulations would be implemented before the start of next academic session."

This month alone, ragging caused the death of a medical student in Himachal Pradesh and led a girl engineering student in Andhra Pradesh to attempt suicide.

Thorat, who was in Chandigarh on Sunday, presided over the function of 58th annual convocation of the Panjab University.

He said the central objective of the UGC's 11th plan is to increase the enrolment of students in higher education where India is lagging behind many countries.

"In India, the enrolment rate to higher education has increased from 0.7 percent in 1950-51 to 11 percent in 2006-07. Among girls, the enrolment rate is only nine percent while among boys it is 17 percent," said Thorat.

"However, still we are far behind many developed countries where this rate is over 55 percent. Now our immediate target is to increase this rate to 15 percent in the coming months," said Thorat.

He said the UGC is working to create a comprehensive system where no student from poor or backward class remains away from higher education for the want of money. IANS

UGC plans anti-ragging regulations before new session

Chandigarh: Admitting that mere Supreme Court guidelines are not enough to prevent ragging from spoiling the careers of students, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided to convert these into strict regulations before the next academic session.

"We have realised that more than a decade-old guidelines are not enough to curb the menace of ragging. So, we have formed a four-member committee that would convert these guidelines into regulations as regulations are more strong and easier to enforce on the accused students or the institution," UGC chairman Sukhadeo Thorat told reporters here on Sunday.

"The committee will submit its report in the next one or two months and we would circulate it in all the colleges and universities. We are taking this issue very seriously and the new regulations would be implemented before the start of next academic session."

This month alone, ragging caused the death of a medical student in Himachal Pradesh and led a girl engineering student in Andhra Pradesh to attempt suicide.

Thorat, who was in Chandigarh on Sunday, presided over the function of 58th annual convocation of the Panjab University.

He said the central objective of the UGC's 11th plan is to increase the enrolment of students in higher education where India is lagging behind many countries.

"In India, the enrolment rate to higher education has increased from 0.7 percent in 1950-51 to 11 percent in 2006-07. Among girls, the enrolment rate is only nine percent while among boys it is 17 percent," said Thorat.

"However, still we are far behind many developed countries where this rate is over 55 percent. Now our immediate target is to increase this rate to 15 percent in the coming months," said Thorat.

He said the UGC is working to create a comprehensive system where no student from poor or backward class remains away from higher education for the want of money. IANS

DU distance learning students left in the lurch

New Delhi: Many aspirants for government jobs have been left in the lurch after the Delhi University distance-learning course they undertook was not recognised by the recruitment body Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

SSC, a government recruitment body constituted by the government, has cancelled the candidature of all the students who graduated from School of Open Learning (SOL), University of Delhi, claiming their degrees were not recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC).

"I have received a memorandum from SSC instructing me to get a certificate from DEC failing which my candidature will be cancelled," Subhash Chandra Tiwari, a graduate from SOL selected for the post of tax assistant, told sources.

The memorandum sent by SSC says, "If the universities offering Distance Learning Mode of Education are not recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC), the degrees issued by it are not valid. Graduation is essential qualification for the above noted examination."

After completing the SSC examination that consists of a written exam as well as an interview, the candidates are appointed for posts such as excise, income tax inspectors and section officers.

When the source approached the DEC, he was told that they had no problem in recognizing SOL, but they had not been approached.

DEC director Manjulika Srivastava said: "We don't have any problem in giving them recognition but till now nobody form SOL has tried to contact us in this regard".

Delhi University SOL deputy registrar M.A. Shikandar argued: "We do not require any recognition from DEC as SOL, Delhi University is India's oldest institution providing distance education. Moreover DEC is governed by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and one university cannot give any kind of recognition to another."

"We are also challenging the issue in Delhi High Court Friday and we will soon get it sorted out," Shikandar said.

Delhi University has been providing higher education through distance learning since 1962 while IGNOU which came into being much later.

"In this fight of ego between the two organisations we are suffering. DEC is ready to give their recognition to Delhi University SOL but DU authorities think they will not seek affiliation from DEC as it is matter of prestige," Deepak Sharma, a SOL student who qualified for the post of excise inspector told sources.

"Around three hundred thousand students from across the country are enrolled in SOL in courses offered by the Delhi University," H.C. Pokhriyal, executive director, SOL told sources.

The selection panel has even started cancelling candidature of students who have failed to submit required certificates from the university regarding recognition of SOL by DEC.

IANS

DU distance learning students left in the lurch

New Delhi: Many aspirants for government jobs have been left in the lurch after the Delhi University distance-learning course they undertook was not recognised by the recruitment body Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

SSC, a government recruitment body constituted by the government, has cancelled the candidature of all the students who graduated from School of Open Learning (SOL), University of Delhi, claiming their degrees were not recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC).

"I have received a memorandum from SSC instructing me to get a certificate from DEC failing which my candidature will be cancelled," Subhash Chandra Tiwari, a graduate from SOL selected for the post of tax assistant, told sources.

The memorandum sent by SSC says, "If the universities offering Distance Learning Mode of Education are not recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC), the degrees issued by it are not valid. Graduation is essential qualification for the above noted examination."

After completing the SSC examination that consists of a written exam as well as an interview, the candidates are appointed for posts such as excise, income tax inspectors and section officers.

When the source approached the DEC, he was told that they had no problem in recognizing SOL, but they had not been approached.

DEC director Manjulika Srivastava said: "We don't have any problem in giving them recognition but till now nobody form SOL has tried to contact us in this regard".

Delhi University SOL deputy registrar M.A. Shikandar argued: "We do not require any recognition from DEC as SOL, Delhi University is India's oldest institution providing distance education. Moreover DEC is governed by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and one university cannot give any kind of recognition to another."

"We are also challenging the issue in Delhi High Court Friday and we will soon get it sorted out," Shikandar said.

Delhi University has been providing higher education through distance learning since 1962 while IGNOU which came into being much later.

"In this fight of ego between the two organisations we are suffering. DEC is ready to give their recognition to Delhi University SOL but DU authorities think they will not seek affiliation from DEC as it is matter of prestige," Deepak Sharma, a SOL student who qualified for the post of excise inspector told sources.

"Around three hundred thousand students from across the country are enrolled in SOL in courses offered by the Delhi University," H.C. Pokhriyal, executive director, SOL told sources.

The selection panel has even started cancelling candidature of students who have failed to submit required certificates from the university regarding recognition of SOL by DEC.

IANS

Online admission for junior colleges back with a bang

Mumbai: No more waiting in the long queues for admission in the colleges, students can reap the benefits of online admission in junior colleges once again.

"There will be an online admission system across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region for class X students applying for the first year of junior college and the system is completely different from last year," Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, State Education Minister said on March 25.

The system was launched for the first time in Mumbai last year. However, few months back, the state education department said there would be no online admissions this year, following complaints over technical snags last year.

"New policy and guidelines for online admissions, which will be more transparent and user-friendly compared to last year have been introduced. But the details on the new system cannot be divulged because of the model code of conduct at present," added Patil.

"I think this will reduce the tension related with the admissions in junior college and make the system more student-friendly,'' Fr Francis Swamy, principal of Holy Family School, Andheri, said.

"Even though parents are apprehensive but I think this will lessen the tension associated with junior college admissions. I would not rely on the system unless it was in place for a few years and found to be foolproof,'' Meher Marfatia, a parent of a class X student, said.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Maharashtra/Online_admission_for_junior_colleges_back_with_a_bang_7804/

Online admission for junior colleges back with a bang

Mumbai: No more waiting in the long queues for admission in the colleges, students can reap the benefits of online admission in junior colleges once again.

"There will be an online admission system across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region for class X students applying for the first year of junior college and the system is completely different from last year," Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, State Education Minister said on March 25.

The system was launched for the first time in Mumbai last year. However, few months back, the state education department said there would be no online admissions this year, following complaints over technical snags last year.

"New policy and guidelines for online admissions, which will be more transparent and user-friendly compared to last year have been introduced. But the details on the new system cannot be divulged because of the model code of conduct at present," added Patil.

"I think this will reduce the tension related with the admissions in junior college and make the system more student-friendly,'' Fr Francis Swamy, principal of Holy Family School, Andheri, said.

"Even though parents are apprehensive but I think this will lessen the tension associated with junior college admissions. I would not rely on the system unless it was in place for a few years and found to be foolproof,'' Meher Marfatia, a parent of a class X student, said.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Maharashtra/Online_admission_for_junior_colleges_back_with_a_bang_7804/

Maharashtra announces new date to conduct CET

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET), for admission to government technical and medical colleges will be held on May 12, this was announced yesterday.

The CET exam was earlier scheduled on May 7.

"Karnataka Government is also conducting its entrance exam on May, so we have decided to change the date of entrance exam," said Bhushan Gagrani, medical education secretary.

But May 12, also coincides with entrance test to BITS Pilani.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Maharashtra/Maharashtra_announces_new_date_to_conduct_CET_7798/

Maharashtra announces new date to conduct CET

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET), for admission to government technical and medical colleges will be held on May 12, this was announced yesterday.

The CET exam was earlier scheduled on May 7.

"Karnataka Government is also conducting its entrance exam on May, so we have decided to change the date of entrance exam," said Bhushan Gagrani, medical education secretary.

But May 12, also coincides with entrance test to BITS Pilani.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Maharashtra/Maharashtra_announces_new_date_to_conduct_CET_7798/

US seeks applications from Indian teachers to study English

New Delhi: The US-India Education Foundation is seeking applications from young Indians, currently teaching English at college level or training to be English teachers, to train them in the US universities. In return, they would be required to teach one of four Indian languages.

Grants will be offered in the coming academic year starting August or September 2009, a statement from the US embassy said here on Tuesday.

Under the foundation's Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program, Indians teaching English, aged 21 to 29, would be recruited to teach either Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi or Urdu at colleges, universities and high school for nine months "while refining their skills and English proficiency and enhancing their knowledge of the US society and culture".

These selected teachers will be able to take courses in English teaching and US Studies as non-degree students.

The deadline for receiving applications for the programme is July 15.
IANS

US seeks applications from Indian teachers to study English

New Delhi: The US-India Education Foundation is seeking applications from young Indians, currently teaching English at college level or training to be English teachers, to train them in the US universities. In return, they would be required to teach one of four Indian languages.

Grants will be offered in the coming academic year starting August or September 2009, a statement from the US embassy said here on Tuesday.

Under the foundation's Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program, Indians teaching English, aged 21 to 29, would be recruited to teach either Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi or Urdu at colleges, universities and high school for nine months "while refining their skills and English proficiency and enhancing their knowledge of the US society and culture".

These selected teachers will be able to take courses in English teaching and US Studies as non-degree students.

The deadline for receiving applications for the programme is July 15.
IANS

Transfer of students become easy in universities

New Delhi: University Grants Commission (UGC) has accepted the recommendation of 'A. Gnanam Committee' for academic and administrative reforms.

UGC Chairperson, Sukhdeo Thorat has recently directed to Vice Chancellors of central, state and deemed universities to implement the recommendations.

It encompasses the introduction of semester system; examination reforms an inter-institution credit and transfer of students.

UGC will support the implementation of reforms with grants.

UGC has asked universities to adopt Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) to facilitate inter- institution transfer of students after the completion of a semester.

CBCS will also provide the facility of part completion of academic programmes in the enrolled institution to the specialized institution.

The panel has also said "All academic programmes will be a subject of upgradation every academic year and revision to a limited extent every three years.

Courses would be free to opt and students can earn elective credits within their university and even in other institutions

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/Transfer_of_students_become_easy_in_universities_7786/

Transfer of students become easy in universities

New Delhi: University Grants Commission (UGC) has accepted the recommendation of 'A. Gnanam Committee' for academic and administrative reforms.

UGC Chairperson, Sukhdeo Thorat has recently directed to Vice Chancellors of central, state and deemed universities to implement the recommendations.

It encompasses the introduction of semester system; examination reforms an inter-institution credit and transfer of students.

UGC will support the implementation of reforms with grants.

UGC has asked universities to adopt Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) to facilitate inter- institution transfer of students after the completion of a semester.

CBCS will also provide the facility of part completion of academic programmes in the enrolled institution to the specialized institution.

The panel has also said "All academic programmes will be a subject of upgradation every academic year and revision to a limited extent every three years.

Courses would be free to opt and students can earn elective credits within their university and even in other institutions

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/Transfer_of_students_become_easy_in_universities_7786/

Transfer of students become easy in universities

New Delhi: University Grants Commission (UGC) has accepted the recommendation of 'A. Gnanam Committee' for academic and administrative reforms.

UGC Chairperson, Sukhdeo Thorat has recently directed to Vice Chancellors of central, state and deemed universities to implement the recommendations.

It encompasses the introduction of semester system; examination reforms an inter-institution credit and transfer of students.

UGC will support the implementation of reforms with grants.

UGC has asked universities to adopt Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) to facilitate inter- institution transfer of students after the completion of a semester.

CBCS will also provide the facility of part completion of academic programmes in the enrolled institution to the specialized institution.

The panel has also said "All academic programmes will be a subject of upgradation every academic year and revision to a limited extent every three years.

Courses would be free to opt and students can earn elective credits within their university and even in other institutions

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/Transfer_of_students_become_easy_in_universities_7786/

Transfer of students become easy in universities

New Delhi: University Grants Commission (UGC) has accepted the recommendation of 'A. Gnanam Committee' for academic and administrative reforms.

UGC Chairperson, Sukhdeo Thorat has recently directed to Vice Chancellors of central, state and deemed universities to implement the recommendations.

It encompasses the introduction of semester system; examination reforms an inter-institution credit and transfer of students.

UGC will support the implementation of reforms with grants.

UGC has asked universities to adopt Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) to facilitate inter- institution transfer of students after the completion of a semester.

CBCS will also provide the facility of part completion of academic programmes in the enrolled institution to the specialized institution.

The panel has also said "All academic programmes will be a subject of upgradation every academic year and revision to a limited extent every three years.

Courses would be free to opt and students can earn elective credits within their university and even in other institutions

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/Transfer_of_students_become_easy_in_universities_7786/

ANGRAU to conduct 41st convocation on March 26

Hyderabad: Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) will organize its 41st convocation on March 26 at its campus.

This was announced through University press note on March 23.

Montek Singh Ahluwalia, Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission will deliver the convocational address at the ceremony.

Students graduated in 2007-08 will be awarded degrees during the convocation.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Andhra_Pradesh/ANGRAU_to_conduct_41st_convocation_on_March_26_7784/

ANGRAU to conduct 41st convocation on March 26

Hyderabad: Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) will organize its 41st convocation on March 26 at its campus.

This was announced through University press note on March 23.

Montek Singh Ahluwalia, Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission will deliver the convocational address at the ceremony.

Students graduated in 2007-08 will be awarded degrees during the convocation.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Andhra_Pradesh/ANGRAU_to_conduct_41st_convocation_on_March_26_7784/

IIIT- Allahabad to host second Science Conclave from December 8, 2009

Allahabad: The Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad (IIIT-A) will host the second Science Conclave from December 8-15, 2009.

The first Science Conclave was held at IIIT-A from December 15-21, 2008 which was a congregation of Nobel Laureates from across the World.

A weeklong Science Conclave from December 15 to 21, 2008 was organized at IIIT-A campus with an aim to rejuvenate Science Education in the world in general and India in particular.

This was the first biggest science gathering in the country ever held, as Nobel Laureates from across the world participated in the Science Conclave.

Martin Lewis Perl, Jerome Isaac Friedman, Harod 'Harry' Walter Kroto, Claude Cohen Tannoudji and A.A. Slavnov participated in the Science Conclave held at IIIT-A.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Today/

IIIT- Allahabad to host second Science Conclave from December 8, 2009

Allahabad: The Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad (IIIT-A) will host the second Science Conclave from December 8-15, 2009.

The first Science Conclave was held at IIIT-A from December 15-21, 2008 which was a congregation of Nobel Laureates from across the World.

A weeklong Science Conclave from December 15 to 21, 2008 was organized at IIIT-A campus with an aim to rejuvenate Science Education in the world in general and India in particular.

This was the first biggest science gathering in the country ever held, as Nobel Laureates from across the world participated in the Science Conclave.

Martin Lewis Perl, Jerome Isaac Friedman, Harod 'Harry' Walter Kroto, Claude Cohen Tannoudji and A.A. Slavnov participated in the Science Conclave held at IIIT-A.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Today/

EXAM Date UPSC - NDA and NAE (II) - 2009

EXAM Date UPSC - NDA and NAE (II) - 2009

Date of Issue: Thursday, March 19, 2009

Date of exam: August, 30, 2009

Date of Submission: 13th April , 2009

Examination name : National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (ll), 2009

Further detail: http://www.upsc.gov.in

Eligibility: (a) Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status :

Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 and not later than 1st January, 1994 are eligible.

(b) Educational Qualifications :

(i) For Army Wing of National Defence Academy :- 12th Class pass of 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

(ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for 10+2 (Executive Branch) Course of Naval Academy: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics, conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

Candidates who are appearing in 12th Class under 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this Examination.

c) Physical Standard

Candidates must be physically fit according to the physical standards for admission to National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2009, as given in Appendix – V of Commissions Notice for the Examination Published in Employment News/ Rozgar Samachar dated 14yh March, 2009

Application procedure: The Candidates must apply in the Common Application Form devised by the Commission for its examinations which can be purchased from the designated Head Post Offices / Post Offices (specified in Appendix-III of the Notice) throughout the country against cash payment of Rs.20/- (Rupees twenty only). Each such Form can be used only once and only for one examination.

In case of any difficulty in obtaining Application Forms from the designated HPOs/ POs, the candidates should immediately contact the concerned Post Master or UPSC’s "FORMS SUPPLY MONITORING CELL" over Telephone No.011-23389366/ Fax No.011- 23387310.

FEES :

Rs.50/- (Rupees fifty only) through Central Recruitment Fee Stamp only. SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of Fee. (OBC candidates are required to pay full fee).

All applications must reach the "Secretary, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi - 110069” either by hand or by Post/Speed Post or by Courier.

Note Facilitation Counter and Website For Guidance Of Candidates :

In case of any guidance / Information/ clarification regarding their, applications, candidature etc. candidates can contact UPSC’s Facilitation Counter near ‘C’ gate of its campus in person or over Telephone No.011-23385271 / 011-23381125/ 011-23098543 on working days between 10.00 hrs. and 17.00 hrs.

The Commission also has Website at address http://www.upsc.gov.in over which the candidates can obtain details of the examination as well as information about registration of their applications, venue of the examination and results etc.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Exam_Alerts/show.asp?id=526

EXAM Date UPSC - NDA and NAE (II) - 2009

EXAM Date UPSC - NDA and NAE (II) - 2009

Date of Issue: Thursday, March 19, 2009

Date of exam: August, 30, 2009

Date of Submission: 13th April , 2009

Examination name : National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (ll), 2009

Further detail: http://www.upsc.gov.in

Eligibility: (a) Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status :

Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 and not later than 1st January, 1994 are eligible.

(b) Educational Qualifications :

(i) For Army Wing of National Defence Academy :- 12th Class pass of 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

(ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for 10+2 (Executive Branch) Course of Naval Academy: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics, conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

Candidates who are appearing in 12th Class under 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this Examination.

c) Physical Standard

Candidates must be physically fit according to the physical standards for admission to National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2009, as given in Appendix – V of Commissions Notice for the Examination Published in Employment News/ Rozgar Samachar dated 14yh March, 2009

Application procedure: The Candidates must apply in the Common Application Form devised by the Commission for its examinations which can be purchased from the designated Head Post Offices / Post Offices (specified in Appendix-III of the Notice) throughout the country against cash payment of Rs.20/- (Rupees twenty only). Each such Form can be used only once and only for one examination.

In case of any difficulty in obtaining Application Forms from the designated HPOs/ POs, the candidates should immediately contact the concerned Post Master or UPSC’s "FORMS SUPPLY MONITORING CELL" over Telephone No.011-23389366/ Fax No.011- 23387310.

FEES :

Rs.50/- (Rupees fifty only) through Central Recruitment Fee Stamp only. SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of Fee. (OBC candidates are required to pay full fee).

All applications must reach the "Secretary, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi - 110069” either by hand or by Post/Speed Post or by Courier.

Note Facilitation Counter and Website For Guidance Of Candidates :

In case of any guidance / Information/ clarification regarding their, applications, candidature etc. candidates can contact UPSC’s Facilitation Counter near ‘C’ gate of its campus in person or over Telephone No.011-23385271 / 011-23381125/ 011-23098543 on working days between 10.00 hrs. and 17.00 hrs.

The Commission also has Website at address http://www.upsc.gov.in over which the candidates can obtain details of the examination as well as information about registration of their applications, venue of the examination and results etc.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Exam_Alerts/show.asp?id=526

UPSC to conduct NDA, Naval Academy Exam on August 30

New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will conduct the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2009 on August 30, 2009 for admission to Army, Navy and Air Force Wings of NDA for 124th Course and Naval Academy for 44th 10+2 (Executive Branch) Course commencing from June 30, 2010.

Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 and not later than 1st January, 1994 are eligible.

The minimum educational qualification for Army Wing of National Defence Academy is 12th Class pass of 10+2 pattern of school education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

For Air and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for 10+2 (Executive Branch) course of Naval Academy, 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of school education or equivalent examination with physics and mathematics, conducted by a State Education Board or a University is required.

Candidates who are appearing in 12th class under 10+2 pattern of school education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination.

The candidates must apply in the Common Application Form devised by the Commission for its examinations, which can be purchased from the designated Head Post Offices/Post Offices (specified in Appendix-III of the Notice) throughout the country against cash payment of Rupees twenty only.

All applications must reach the "Secretary, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069" by hand, post or by courier, on or before the 13th April, 2009. However, in respect of candidates residing abroad or in certain remote localities specified in the notice the last date for receipt of applications by post/speed post only (not by hand or by courier) is 20th April, 2009.

For details regarding the syllabus and scheme of the examination, centers of examination, guidelines for filling up application form etc. aspirants must click on the following link:

In case of any difficulty in obtaining Application Forms from the designated HPOs/Pos, the candidates should immediately contact the concerned Post Master or UPSC's "FORMS SUPPLLY MONITORING CELL" over telephone nos. 011-23389366/fax no.011-23387310. In case of any guidance/information/clarification regarding their applications, candidature etc. candidates can contact UPSC's Facilitation Counter near gate 'c' of its campus in person or over telephone no.011-23385271/011-23381125/011-23098543 during working hours.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Career/UPSC_to_conduct_NDA,_Naval_Academy_Exam_on_August_30_7761/

UPSC to conduct NDA, Naval Academy Exam on August 30

New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will conduct the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2009 on August 30, 2009 for admission to Army, Navy and Air Force Wings of NDA for 124th Course and Naval Academy for 44th 10+2 (Executive Branch) Course commencing from June 30, 2010.

Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 and not later than 1st January, 1994 are eligible.

The minimum educational qualification for Army Wing of National Defence Academy is 12th Class pass of 10+2 pattern of school education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

For Air and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for 10+2 (Executive Branch) course of Naval Academy, 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of school education or equivalent examination with physics and mathematics, conducted by a State Education Board or a University is required.

Candidates who are appearing in 12th class under 10+2 pattern of school education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination.

The candidates must apply in the Common Application Form devised by the Commission for its examinations, which can be purchased from the designated Head Post Offices/Post Offices (specified in Appendix-III of the Notice) throughout the country against cash payment of Rupees twenty only.

All applications must reach the "Secretary, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069" by hand, post or by courier, on or before the 13th April, 2009. However, in respect of candidates residing abroad or in certain remote localities specified in the notice the last date for receipt of applications by post/speed post only (not by hand or by courier) is 20th April, 2009.

For details regarding the syllabus and scheme of the examination, centers of examination, guidelines for filling up application form etc. aspirants must click on the following link:

In case of any difficulty in obtaining Application Forms from the designated HPOs/Pos, the candidates should immediately contact the concerned Post Master or UPSC's "FORMS SUPPLLY MONITORING CELL" over telephone nos. 011-23389366/fax no.011-23387310. In case of any guidance/information/clarification regarding their applications, candidature etc. candidates can contact UPSC's Facilitation Counter near gate 'c' of its campus in person or over telephone no.011-23385271/011-23381125/011-23098543 during working hours.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Career/UPSC_to_conduct_NDA,_Naval_Academy_Exam_on_August_30_7761/

Medical College to come up in Perambur

Chennai: Southern Railway (SR) in Perambur is planning to establish a medical college with private participation at its existing hospital premises.

The expression of interest was called from resourceful medical institutions in the country on March 20 by the Chief Medical Director of SR for establishing and running the college at the cost of the institutions as per the regulations of Medical Council of India (MCI).

As per the MCI norms, the institutions should at least have 10 years experience in running a medical college and attached hospital.

The bid is also open for foreign institutions provided they abide by respective foreign medical regulatory authority norms.

The current 500-bed hospital on a 15-acre site of SR has to be shifted to a new location and the existing and the proposed new hospital will be available for establishing the medical college.

"The Perambur railway hospital has specialized in basic 15 disciplines and super specialized in 3 disciplines," said Medical Director.

The National Board of Examination (NBE) has accredited the hospital for recognition in postgraduate training. International institute like Royal College of Surgeons have also recognised it for imparting training in PG courses.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Tamil_Nadu/Medical_College_to_come_up_in_Perambur_7768/

Medical College to come up in Perambur

Chennai: Southern Railway (SR) in Perambur is planning to establish a medical college with private participation at its existing hospital premises.

The expression of interest was called from resourceful medical institutions in the country on March 20 by the Chief Medical Director of SR for establishing and running the college at the cost of the institutions as per the regulations of Medical Council of India (MCI).

As per the MCI norms, the institutions should at least have 10 years experience in running a medical college and attached hospital.

The bid is also open for foreign institutions provided they abide by respective foreign medical regulatory authority norms.

The current 500-bed hospital on a 15-acre site of SR has to be shifted to a new location and the existing and the proposed new hospital will be available for establishing the medical college.

"The Perambur railway hospital has specialized in basic 15 disciplines and super specialized in 3 disciplines," said Medical Director.

The National Board of Examination (NBE) has accredited the hospital for recognition in postgraduate training. International institute like Royal College of Surgeons have also recognised it for imparting training in PG courses.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Tamil_Nadu/Medical_College_to_come_up_in_Perambur_7768/

CBSE to introduce human rights as a new subject

New Delhi: Seeing the pathetic plight of children at the hands of care givers in Shimla and Mumbai, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has vouched for the inclusion of human rights education (HRE) in the school curriculum.

The government also took serious note of the deteriorating human rights situation of children. The Human Resources Development (HRD) Ministry admitted that it had become important to introduce human rights education into school, college and university system.

Taking this grave matter into account, the Central Board of Secondary Education(CBSE) has prepared a blueprint of the draft syllabus for "Human rights and gender studies" subject.

It will be implemented from the next year as an elective courses in classes XI and XII.

The mooted question is the evaluation of children in the context. "we need to see the best ways to impart human rights knowledge to the children. But the draft syllabus is ready," said a senior CBSE official in a national conference in the capital.

The proposed subject will create awareness among children on violence, identity, rights vis-à-vis parents, use of language, culture and religion.

The CBSE wants to impart human rights knowledge through case studies like the Gandhian perspective. The content will vary according to the standard of class.

The conference was divided on the question whether human rights education would have a status of full subject or a simply as a extra- curricular activity executed through play, games and other exercises.

Evidence suggests children learn better through role play than the content imparted to them as a part of course. The conferences attended by education secretaries of all states.

The NHRC will come up with solution how to incorporate HRE at school and submit a report to the central and state government for its implementation.

"The knowledge and duties of human rights will bring changes in the life of children and thus such education is needed for everyone" NHRC chairperson Justice S Rajendra Babu said.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/CBSE_to_introduce_human_rights_as_a_new_subject_7770/

CBSE to introduce human rights as a new subject

New Delhi: Seeing the pathetic plight of children at the hands of care givers in Shimla and Mumbai, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has vouched for the inclusion of human rights education (HRE) in the school curriculum.

The government also took serious note of the deteriorating human rights situation of children. The Human Resources Development (HRD) Ministry admitted that it had become important to introduce human rights education into school, college and university system.

Taking this grave matter into account, the Central Board of Secondary Education(CBSE) has prepared a blueprint of the draft syllabus for "Human rights and gender studies" subject.

It will be implemented from the next year as an elective courses in classes XI and XII.

The mooted question is the evaluation of children in the context. "we need to see the best ways to impart human rights knowledge to the children. But the draft syllabus is ready," said a senior CBSE official in a national conference in the capital.

The proposed subject will create awareness among children on violence, identity, rights vis-à-vis parents, use of language, culture and religion.

The CBSE wants to impart human rights knowledge through case studies like the Gandhian perspective. The content will vary according to the standard of class.

The conference was divided on the question whether human rights education would have a status of full subject or a simply as a extra- curricular activity executed through play, games and other exercises.

Evidence suggests children learn better through role play than the content imparted to them as a part of course. The conferences attended by education secretaries of all states.

The NHRC will come up with solution how to incorporate HRE at school and submit a report to the central and state government for its implementation.

"The knowledge and duties of human rights will bring changes in the life of children and thus such education is needed for everyone" NHRC chairperson Justice S Rajendra Babu said.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/CBSE_to_introduce_human_rights_as_a_new_subject_7770/

National Institute of Technology Rourkela - Admission to PhD and MTech (Research) Programmes

Admissions throughout the year

Applications are invited from eligible candidates (Indian nationals) for admission to Ph.D. and M.Tech.(Research) Programmes of the Institute with or without fellowship.
Ph.D.

Biotechnology and Medical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering (Including Instrumentation Engineering), Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Humanities & Social Sciences (English, Psychology, Economics & Sociology).

For further details please contact: Dean(AA), NIT Rourkela. Email: dean-aa@nitrkl.ac.in Phone 06612462357 OR Assistant Registrar(Ac), NIT Rourkela, Email: ar-acad@nitrkl.ac.in Phone 06612462031.

National Institute of Technology Rourkela - Admission to PhD and MTech (Research) Programmes

Admissions throughout the year

Applications are invited from eligible candidates (Indian nationals) for admission to Ph.D. and M.Tech.(Research) Programmes of the Institute with or without fellowship.
Ph.D.

Biotechnology and Medical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering (Including Instrumentation Engineering), Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Humanities & Social Sciences (English, Psychology, Economics & Sociology).

For further details please contact: Dean(AA), NIT Rourkela. Email: dean-aa@nitrkl.ac.in Phone 06612462357 OR Assistant Registrar(Ac), NIT Rourkela, Email: ar-acad@nitrkl.ac.in Phone 06612462031.

College of Art to introduce five new courses

New Delhi: The College of Art will offer five new courses from this year.

The new courses will comprise of BFA & MFA in Printmaking, BFA & MFA in Visual Communication and BFA in Art.

The announcement was made on the 56th Annual Art Exhibition of the college started on March 18.

Lt-Governor of Delhi, Tejendra Khanna inaugurated the annual exhibition.

The Annual Art Exhibition of the College is an important academic event in the capital, which the art lovers, parents and students, alumni and the public in general look forward to very eagerly.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/College_of_Art_to_introduce_five_new_courses_7745/

College of Art to introduce five new courses

New Delhi: The College of Art will offer five new courses from this year.

The new courses will comprise of BFA & MFA in Printmaking, BFA & MFA in Visual Communication and BFA in Art.

The announcement was made on the 56th Annual Art Exhibition of the college started on March 18.

Lt-Governor of Delhi, Tejendra Khanna inaugurated the annual exhibition.

The Annual Art Exhibition of the College is an important academic event in the capital, which the art lovers, parents and students, alumni and the public in general look forward to very eagerly.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/College_of_Art_to_introduce_five_new_courses_7745/

College of Art to introduce five new courses

New Delhi: The College of Art will offer five new courses from this year.

The new courses will comprise of BFA & MFA in Printmaking, BFA & MFA in Visual Communication and BFA in Art.

The announcement was made on the 56th Annual Art Exhibition of the college started on March 18.

Lt-Governor of Delhi, Tejendra Khanna inaugurated the annual exhibition.

The Annual Art Exhibition of the College is an important academic event in the capital, which the art lovers, parents and students, alumni and the public in general look forward to very eagerly.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/College_of_Art_to_introduce_five_new_courses_7745/

College of Art to introduce five new courses

New Delhi: The College of Art will offer five new courses from this year.

The new courses will comprise of BFA & MFA in Printmaking, BFA & MFA in Visual Communication and BFA in Art.

The announcement was made on the 56th Annual Art Exhibition of the college started on March 18.

Lt-Governor of Delhi, Tejendra Khanna inaugurated the annual exhibition.

The Annual Art Exhibition of the College is an important academic event in the capital, which the art lovers, parents and students, alumni and the public in general look forward to very eagerly.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Delhi/College_of_Art_to_introduce_five_new_courses_7745/

AMU College gets NBA accreditation

Aligarh: The National Board of Accreditation (NBA) has accredited with excellence, all the B.Tech programmes taught by the Zakir Husain College of Engineering and Technology at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has initiated the NBA for developing a quality-conscious system of technical education.

The NBA has been established by AICTE for proper planning, coordinated development and regulation of technical education in India.

"The NBA will provide accreditation to all the seven under-graduate programmes for the period of nearly five years, which will facilitate us in enhancing the image of the college and its attempt to become a top ranking institute of the country," avers an AMU official.

Earlier this week, AMU Vice-Chancellor P.K. Abdul Azis inaugurated a new digital resource centre at the Maulana Azad Library and said, "In the next two years, AMU is planning to develop digital classrooms."

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Uttar_Pradesh/AMU_College_gets_NBA_accreditation_7744/

AMU College gets NBA accreditation

Aligarh: The National Board of Accreditation (NBA) has accredited with excellence, all the B.Tech programmes taught by the Zakir Husain College of Engineering and Technology at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has initiated the NBA for developing a quality-conscious system of technical education.

The NBA has been established by AICTE for proper planning, coordinated development and regulation of technical education in India.

"The NBA will provide accreditation to all the seven under-graduate programmes for the period of nearly five years, which will facilitate us in enhancing the image of the college and its attempt to become a top ranking institute of the country," avers an AMU official.

Earlier this week, AMU Vice-Chancellor P.K. Abdul Azis inaugurated a new digital resource centre at the Maulana Azad Library and said, "In the next two years, AMU is planning to develop digital classrooms."

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Uttar_Pradesh/AMU_College_gets_NBA_accreditation_7744/

Indian-origin writer wins UK Book Award

London: Anita Ganeri, a children's book writer has been awarded the "Blue Peter Book Award" for her book Planet in Peril. Anita is an Indian-origin writer.

Introduced in 2000, the Blue Peter Book Awards are literary awards for children's literature conferred annually by the BBC television programme Blue Peter.

The book has been named amongst the Best Books comprising of facts in the Blue Peter Book Awards.

It is part of the best-sellers Horrible Geography series and provides information to the youngsters on "How to save the planet in times of global warming."

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Today/

Indian-origin writer wins UK Book Award

London: Anita Ganeri, a children's book writer has been awarded the "Blue Peter Book Award" for her book Planet in Peril. Anita is an Indian-origin writer.

Introduced in 2000, the Blue Peter Book Awards are literary awards for children's literature conferred annually by the BBC television programme Blue Peter.

The book has been named amongst the Best Books comprising of facts in the Blue Peter Book Awards.

It is part of the best-sellers Horrible Geography series and provides information to the youngsters on "How to save the planet in times of global warming."

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Today/

Post offices to sell Panjab University prospectus

Chandigarh: Panjab University's prospectus of various entrance exams conducted by them can be availed through post offices this year.

As per an official spokesperson of the university, "The CET-2009 prospectus is already available at post offices in Chandigarh."

The prospectus can be collected at the various post offices mentioned - Chandigarh (Sector 14, 17, 36 and 47), Panchkula (Sector 8), Mohali (Phase-I), Amritsar (Court Road, Head Post Office), Abohar (Old Court Road), Ludhiana (Bharat Nagar Chowk), Muktsar (Head Post Office), Shimla (The Mall), Delhi (Connaught Place), Sangrur (Head Post Office), Hoshiarpur (District Court), Kurukshetra (Near Railway Station) and Dharamshala (The Mall).

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Chandigarh/Post_offices_to_sell_Panjab_University_prospectus_7738/

Post offices to sell Panjab University prospectus

Chandigarh: Panjab University's prospectus of various entrance exams conducted by them can be availed through post offices this year.

As per an official spokesperson of the university, "The CET-2009 prospectus is already available at post offices in Chandigarh."

The prospectus can be collected at the various post offices mentioned - Chandigarh (Sector 14, 17, 36 and 47), Panchkula (Sector 8), Mohali (Phase-I), Amritsar (Court Road, Head Post Office), Abohar (Old Court Road), Ludhiana (Bharat Nagar Chowk), Muktsar (Head Post Office), Shimla (The Mall), Delhi (Connaught Place), Sangrur (Head Post Office), Hoshiarpur (District Court), Kurukshetra (Near Railway Station) and Dharamshala (The Mall).

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Chandigarh/Post_offices_to_sell_Panjab_University_prospectus_7738/

UGC takes stern steps to stop ragging

Chandigarh: The brutal death of Amann Kachroo, the 19 year old student of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Medical College in Himachal Pradesh has led University Grants Commission (UGC), to take stern steps to stop ragging in colleges.

This step was much awaited as the number of incidents of deaths due to ragging or attempt to suicide had been on a high for a long time. The UGC has threatened to block funding for colleges that are unable to stop ragging in their campuses.

"The commission has given an ultimatum to the educational institutions to either take preventive steps in combating the practice of ragging or face fund cuts from the commission," said Harminder Kaur Chauhan, UGC, Joint Director.

"A high-powered committee has been formed to overcome the malign practice of ragging from the next academic session. It is high time that educational institutions stop ignoring such crimes. I am worried for those cases, which are unreported due to the negligence on the part of college authorities," she added.

Campuses have not only ignored repeated warnings by the Supreme Court but also by the UGC as well . The Commission had asked colleges and universities to include punishment for ragging in their prospectus and brochures last year.

Awareness and involvement of the society will help in keeping this crime at bay. Parents should also play active roles in their children's life and not ignore any complaints by their children about ragging.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Himachal/UGC_takes_stern_steps_to_stop_ragging_7716/

UGC takes stern steps to stop ragging

Chandigarh: The brutal death of Amann Kachroo, the 19 year old student of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Medical College in Himachal Pradesh has led University Grants Commission (UGC), to take stern steps to stop ragging in colleges.

This step was much awaited as the number of incidents of deaths due to ragging or attempt to suicide had been on a high for a long time. The UGC has threatened to block funding for colleges that are unable to stop ragging in their campuses.

"The commission has given an ultimatum to the educational institutions to either take preventive steps in combating the practice of ragging or face fund cuts from the commission," said Harminder Kaur Chauhan, UGC, Joint Director.

"A high-powered committee has been formed to overcome the malign practice of ragging from the next academic session. It is high time that educational institutions stop ignoring such crimes. I am worried for those cases, which are unreported due to the negligence on the part of college authorities," she added.

Campuses have not only ignored repeated warnings by the Supreme Court but also by the UGC as well . The Commission had asked colleges and universities to include punishment for ragging in their prospectus and brochures last year.

Awareness and involvement of the society will help in keeping this crime at bay. Parents should also play active roles in their children's life and not ignore any complaints by their children about ragging.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Himachal/UGC_takes_stern_steps_to_stop_ragging_7716/

Tough, indirect Maths paper worries CBSE Class X students

New Delhi, March 14: Thousands of students sat for their Class X Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) maths exam in centres across the country and abroad on Saturday. Many found the paper “tough” while others felt the questions were “indirect”.

Many students at an exam centre here walked out with tired frowns on their faces.
“The paper was tough. I just about managed to finish it,” said Amandeep Mohla, a Class X student of Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan.

Another student Akhand Singh found the paper very application based.
“There were few standard questions, the paper was very application based,” Singh said. Himani Sagar of the Daisy Day Public School, whose exam centre was in the Mother's International School at Sri Aurobindo Marg, said many questions were indirect.

“I thankfully remembered my theorems and formulae, so was able to attempt all indirect questions,” said Sagar.

This year over 1.45 million students are sitting for the board examinations at over 5,000 centres spread across the country and abroad. Of them, 824,438 students are Class 10 students and 637,578 students are of Class XII.

Several medical and engineering coaching institutes, hoping to woo prospective clients, had hung up colourful banners wishing the students good luck and distributing pens at centres. (IANS)

Tough, indirect Maths paper worries CBSE Class X students

New Delhi, March 14: Thousands of students sat for their Class X Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) maths exam in centres across the country and abroad on Saturday. Many found the paper “tough” while others felt the questions were “indirect”.

Many students at an exam centre here walked out with tired frowns on their faces.
“The paper was tough. I just about managed to finish it,” said Amandeep Mohla, a Class X student of Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan.

Another student Akhand Singh found the paper very application based.
“There were few standard questions, the paper was very application based,” Singh said. Himani Sagar of the Daisy Day Public School, whose exam centre was in the Mother's International School at Sri Aurobindo Marg, said many questions were indirect.

“I thankfully remembered my theorems and formulae, so was able to attempt all indirect questions,” said Sagar.

This year over 1.45 million students are sitting for the board examinations at over 5,000 centres spread across the country and abroad. Of them, 824,438 students are Class 10 students and 637,578 students are of Class XII.

Several medical and engineering coaching institutes, hoping to woo prospective clients, had hung up colourful banners wishing the students good luck and distributing pens at centres. (IANS)

Centre orders inquiry into Himachal medico’s death

Aarti Dhar
NEW DELHI: The Centre ordered late on Tuesday night an enquiry into the death of a first year medical student Aman Kachru.

Aman was allegedly beaten to death by his seniors at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College at Kangra in Himachal Pradesh.

Describing the death due to ragging as unacceptable, Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Anbumani Ramadoss told The Hindu that the Union Health Secretary and the Director General of Health Services would look into this case, along with the overall ragging scenario across the medical colleges in the country.

Referring to the report prepared by the Raghavan Committee on preventing ragging in educational institutions, Dr. Ramadoss said the question was of implementing the recommendations endorsed by the Supreme Court.

“Some States like Tamil Nadu are doing exceptionally well, while some are lagging behind, like this particular government medical college in Kangra.”

The enquiry would also go into the implementation of the recommendations of the Raghavan Committee.
Dr. Ramadoss said the college had been given Rs. 150 crore for upgradation in the current financial year. THE HINDU

Centre orders inquiry into Himachal medico’s death

Aarti Dhar
NEW DELHI: The Centre ordered late on Tuesday night an enquiry into the death of a first year medical student Aman Kachru.

Aman was allegedly beaten to death by his seniors at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College at Kangra in Himachal Pradesh.

Describing the death due to ragging as unacceptable, Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Anbumani Ramadoss told The Hindu that the Union Health Secretary and the Director General of Health Services would look into this case, along with the overall ragging scenario across the medical colleges in the country.

Referring to the report prepared by the Raghavan Committee on preventing ragging in educational institutions, Dr. Ramadoss said the question was of implementing the recommendations endorsed by the Supreme Court.

“Some States like Tamil Nadu are doing exceptionally well, while some are lagging behind, like this particular government medical college in Kangra.”

The enquiry would also go into the implementation of the recommendations of the Raghavan Committee.
Dr. Ramadoss said the college had been given Rs. 150 crore for upgradation in the current financial year. THE HINDU

Andhra University organizes Gerontology conference

Visakahpatnam: The Andhra University in association with the Nippon Care-fit Service Association Centre for Gerontology, Japan is conducting a three-day gerontology international synthesis conference from today.

The conference is scheduled to be inaugurated by former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.

The conference is being organized with the theme "youth is a gift - age is an art". This is for the first time the conference is being held outside Japan.

The keynote address will be delivered by Edward F. Ansello President of International Gerontology Association and a professor from Virginian Commonwealth University.

A book written by HoD of Psychology and organising secretary of AU-NCSA centre M.V.R. Raju will also be released by Dr. Kalam.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Andhra_Pradesh/Andhra_University_organizes_Gerontology_conference_7691/

Andhra University organizes Gerontology conference

Visakahpatnam: The Andhra University in association with the Nippon Care-fit Service Association Centre for Gerontology, Japan is conducting a three-day gerontology international synthesis conference from today.

The conference is scheduled to be inaugurated by former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.

The conference is being organized with the theme "youth is a gift - age is an art". This is for the first time the conference is being held outside Japan.

The keynote address will be delivered by Edward F. Ansello President of International Gerontology Association and a professor from Virginian Commonwealth University.

A book written by HoD of Psychology and organising secretary of AU-NCSA centre M.V.R. Raju will also be released by Dr. Kalam.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Andhra_Pradesh/Andhra_University_organizes_Gerontology_conference_7691/

ICSI announces admission to CS Foundation Programme

New Delhi: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced admissions to the Company Secretaries (CS) Foundation Programme.

Students of any stream - Arts / Science / Commerce (excluding Fine Arts) can pursue the CS Foundation Programme.

Students appearing in 10+2 or its equivalent exam can also seek provisional admission to the CS Foundation Programme.

10+2 pass students, who take admission till 31st March, 2009 will be eligible for the examination in December, 2009.

The prospectus and application form for the CS Foundation Programme can be obtained on cash payment of Rs.200 at C-37, Sector 62, Noida, Dist. Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh or from ICSI-NIRC Building, Plot No. 4, Prasad Nagar Institutional Area, Rajendra Place, New Delhi.

The prospectus can also be had by registered post by sending a Demand Draft/Postal Order for Rs.250 favouring "The Institute of Company Secretaries of India" through any of the 73 offices of the ICSI spread all over India. For further details students may log on to: www.icsi.edu

Admission to the CS course is open throughout the year. After qualifying the foundation programme, students are required to clear the Executive and Professional Examination and undergo Practical and Modular Training to become qualified Company Secretaries.

The CS Helpline is available on Telephone No. 011 - 41504444.

Soruce:http://indiaedunews.net/Career/ICSI_announces_admission_to_CS_Foundation_Programme_7688/

ICSI announces admission to CS Foundation Programme

New Delhi: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced admissions to the Company Secretaries (CS) Foundation Programme.

Students of any stream - Arts / Science / Commerce (excluding Fine Arts) can pursue the CS Foundation Programme.

Students appearing in 10+2 or its equivalent exam can also seek provisional admission to the CS Foundation Programme.

10+2 pass students, who take admission till 31st March, 2009 will be eligible for the examination in December, 2009.

The prospectus and application form for the CS Foundation Programme can be obtained on cash payment of Rs.200 at C-37, Sector 62, Noida, Dist. Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh or from ICSI-NIRC Building, Plot No. 4, Prasad Nagar Institutional Area, Rajendra Place, New Delhi.

The prospectus can also be had by registered post by sending a Demand Draft/Postal Order for Rs.250 favouring "The Institute of Company Secretaries of India" through any of the 73 offices of the ICSI spread all over India. For further details students may log on to: www.icsi.edu

Admission to the CS course is open throughout the year. After qualifying the foundation programme, students are required to clear the Executive and Professional Examination and undergo Practical and Modular Training to become qualified Company Secretaries.

The CS Helpline is available on Telephone No. 011 - 41504444.

Soruce:http://indiaedunews.net/Career/ICSI_announces_admission_to_CS_Foundation_Programme_7688/

ICSI announces admission to CS Foundation Programme

New Delhi: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced admissions to the Company Secretaries (CS) Foundation Programme.

Students of any stream - Arts / Science / Commerce (excluding Fine Arts) can pursue the CS Foundation Programme.

Students appearing in 10+2 or its equivalent exam can also seek provisional admission to the CS Foundation Programme.

10+2 pass students, who take admission till 31st March, 2009 will be eligible for the examination in December, 2009.

The prospectus and application form for the CS Foundation Programme can be obtained on cash payment of Rs.200 at C-37, Sector 62, Noida, Dist. Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh or from ICSI-NIRC Building, Plot No. 4, Prasad Nagar Institutional Area, Rajendra Place, New Delhi.

The prospectus can also be had by registered post by sending a Demand Draft/Postal Order for Rs.250 favouring "The Institute of Company Secretaries of India" through any of the 73 offices of the ICSI spread all over India. For further details students may log on to: www.icsi.edu

Admission to the CS course is open throughout the year. After qualifying the foundation programme, students are required to clear the Executive and Professional Examination and undergo Practical and Modular Training to become qualified Company Secretaries.

The CS Helpline is available on Telephone No. 011 - 41504444.

Soruce:http://indiaedunews.net/Career/ICSI_announces_admission_to_CS_Foundation_Programme_7688/

ICSI announces admission to CS Foundation Programme

New Delhi: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced admissions to the Company Secretaries (CS) Foundation Programme.

Students of any stream - Arts / Science / Commerce (excluding Fine Arts) can pursue the CS Foundation Programme.

Students appearing in 10+2 or its equivalent exam can also seek provisional admission to the CS Foundation Programme.

10+2 pass students, who take admission till 31st March, 2009 will be eligible for the examination in December, 2009.

The prospectus and application form for the CS Foundation Programme can be obtained on cash payment of Rs.200 at C-37, Sector 62, Noida, Dist. Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh or from ICSI-NIRC Building, Plot No. 4, Prasad Nagar Institutional Area, Rajendra Place, New Delhi.

The prospectus can also be had by registered post by sending a Demand Draft/Postal Order for Rs.250 favouring "The Institute of Company Secretaries of India" through any of the 73 offices of the ICSI spread all over India. For further details students may log on to: www.icsi.edu

Admission to the CS course is open throughout the year. After qualifying the foundation programme, students are required to clear the Executive and Professional Examination and undergo Practical and Modular Training to become qualified Company Secretaries.

The CS Helpline is available on Telephone No. 011 - 41504444.

Soruce:http://indiaedunews.net/Career/ICSI_announces_admission_to_CS_Foundation_Programme_7688/

UGC recognizes Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University

Sonepat: The University Grants Commission (UGC) recently granted recognition to the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal.

The recognition was granted under section 12-B of the UGC Act. A team of seven members had visited the University for inspection on January 23 and 24. The report was then submitted to the UGC.

H.S. Chahal, Vice Chancellor, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University received a letter from the UGC recently stating the approval of recognition.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Haryana/UGC_recognizes_Deenbandhu_Chhotu_Ram_University_7687/

UGC recognizes Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University

Sonepat: The University Grants Commission (UGC) recently granted recognition to the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal.

The recognition was granted under section 12-B of the UGC Act. A team of seven members had visited the University for inspection on January 23 and 24. The report was then submitted to the UGC.

H.S. Chahal, Vice Chancellor, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University received a letter from the UGC recently stating the approval of recognition.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Haryana/UGC_recognizes_Deenbandhu_Chhotu_Ram_University_7687/

UGC awards grade 'A' to Maulana Azad varsity

Hyderabad: The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), a statutory body of the University Grants Commission (UGC) recently conferred grade 'A' to the Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU).

The University has been awarded a score of 3.23 by the NAAC.

Expressing satisfaction over this achievement, MANUU Vice-Chancellor A.M. Pathan said, "We achieved this score only because of our hard work."

The working of the University was examined by the NAAC team on February 26, 27 and 28.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Andhra_Pradesh/UGC_awards_grade_'A'_to_Maulana_Azad_varsity_7686/

UGC awards grade 'A' to Maulana Azad varsity

Hyderabad: The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), a statutory body of the University Grants Commission (UGC) recently conferred grade 'A' to the Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU).

The University has been awarded a score of 3.23 by the NAAC.

Expressing satisfaction over this achievement, MANUU Vice-Chancellor A.M. Pathan said, "We achieved this score only because of our hard work."

The working of the University was examined by the NAAC team on February 26, 27 and 28.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Andhra_Pradesh/UGC_awards_grade_'A'_to_Maulana_Azad_varsity_7686/

IGNOU to open training centre in Orissa

New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will soon start a vocational education and training centre in the Kandhamal district of Orissa.

The centre will be known as the IGNOU Institute of Vocational and Educational Training and will train local talent for gainful employment.

With an aim to provide university-level education to the many talented deaf and speech-impaired students in developing countries, IGNOU has also decided to join hands with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) to launch the first Sign Language B.A. programme.

The BA in Applied Sign Language Studies (BAASLS) is the first-of-its-kind venture by any institute in the world. This programme will not only educate millions of deaf and speech-impaired students but also make them independent and empower them.

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Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Universities/IGNOU_to_open_training_centre_in_Orissa_7654/

IGNOU to open training centre in Orissa

New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will soon start a vocational education and training centre in the Kandhamal district of Orissa.

The centre will be known as the IGNOU Institute of Vocational and Educational Training and will train local talent for gainful employment.

With an aim to provide university-level education to the many talented deaf and speech-impaired students in developing countries, IGNOU has also decided to join hands with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) to launch the first Sign Language B.A. programme.

The BA in Applied Sign Language Studies (BAASLS) is the first-of-its-kind venture by any institute in the world. This programme will not only educate millions of deaf and speech-impaired students but also make them independent and empower them.

Read the complete

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Universities/IGNOU_to_open_training_centre_in_Orissa_7654/

CEE Delhi 2009 to be conducted on May 30

New Delhi: Delhi University (DU) will conduct the Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) on May 30, 2009. The CEE is conducted by DU for admission to first semester of Bachelor of Engineering courses at the Delhi College of Engineering (DCE) and Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT).

Indian national candidates having passed senior secondary examination with minimum 60 percent marks or more from any recognized school or college or institute situated within the territory of Delhi are eligible for the exam.


The candidates who are appearing in the qualifying examination are also eligible for CEE 2009.

Application forms can be obtained from the mentioned sale counter Faculty of Technology, (Delhi University), Netaji Subhas institute of Technology, Sector-3, Dwarka on submission of Pay Order / Demand Draft drawn on any Bank of Rs.400 for General / OBC / CW category and Rs.200 for SC / ST/ PH category (inclusive of examination fee) on working days from Monday to Friday between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. (lunch 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm).

The application form can also be downloaded from www.dce.ac.in, www.nsit.ac.in and it can also be obtained by post by sending a Pay Order / Demand Draft drawn on any bank of Rs.475- for General/ OBC / CW category and Rs.275 for SC /ST / PH (inclusive of examination fee and postal charges).

The last date of submission of forms is April 10.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Delhi/CEE_Delhi_2009_to_be_conducted_on_May_30_7658/

CEE Delhi 2009 to be conducted on May 30

New Delhi: Delhi University (DU) will conduct the Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) on May 30, 2009. The CEE is conducted by DU for admission to first semester of Bachelor of Engineering courses at the Delhi College of Engineering (DCE) and Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT).

Indian national candidates having passed senior secondary examination with minimum 60 percent marks or more from any recognized school or college or institute situated within the territory of Delhi are eligible for the exam.


The candidates who are appearing in the qualifying examination are also eligible for CEE 2009.

Application forms can be obtained from the mentioned sale counter Faculty of Technology, (Delhi University), Netaji Subhas institute of Technology, Sector-3, Dwarka on submission of Pay Order / Demand Draft drawn on any Bank of Rs.400 for General / OBC / CW category and Rs.200 for SC / ST/ PH category (inclusive of examination fee) on working days from Monday to Friday between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. (lunch 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm).

The application form can also be downloaded from www.dce.ac.in, www.nsit.ac.in and it can also be obtained by post by sending a Pay Order / Demand Draft drawn on any bank of Rs.475- for General/ OBC / CW category and Rs.275 for SC /ST / PH (inclusive of examination fee and postal charges).

The last date of submission of forms is April 10.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Delhi/CEE_Delhi_2009_to_be_conducted_on_May_30_7658/

COMEDK-UGET to be conducted on May 17

Bangalore: The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) will conduct the entrance examination for undergraduate programmes on May 17, 2009.

Students having 10+2 or equivalent degree, as per norms framed by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE), are eligible for the examination.

Students expecting their result are also eligible for the examination.


Application forms can be obtained by sending a draft of Rs.650 for 3 subjects (PCM or PCB) and Rs.850 for all 4 subjects (PCMB) in favour of COMEDK-2009, payable at Bangalore.

The last date of submission of forms is April 11, 2009.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Karnataka/COMEDK-UGET_to_be_conducted_on_May_17_7657/

IGNOU starts skill training to enhance employablility

New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Monday announced starting of skill building courses for students to enhance "employability".

The courses are a result of a memorandum of understanding signed in August 2008 between the university and the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII).

"Various industries are facing an acute shortage of certified skilled people. These courses will cater to localised demand of skill and capacity building - it will link education to employability," V.S. Rajasekharan Pillai, vice-chancellor of IGNOU, told sources here.

"Only five percent of India's work force is certified in some skill. This is over 80 percent in South Korea and 90 percent in developed countries. This time of economic recession is the best time to think of training, capacity building and up scaling institutions," Pillai said.

In the first phase, the university will operate in 52 centres in 42 cities spread across 16 states in the country.

The travel and tourism course have a capacity of 6,300 students, while the security and fire safety course can cater to 3,600 students. Spoken English and personality development courses can cater to 3,000 students, in all targeting 12,900 students, Pillai said.

"This is a lower-end programme so students who are class 8, 10 and 12 pass will be eligible," Pillai informed.

The first level of each course will be of six months and the advanced levels will be for 12 months. Distance learning, capsule learning and online training will also be provided along with practical hands-on training.

While 50 percent of the students will be sponsored, the remaining will not receive any direct financial assistance, Pillai said.

The objective of the tie-up is to make education "practically relevant to industrial and business application".

"This skill training courses are based on research and assessments in various industries - the training will be tailored to fit local needs and strengthen human capital," said Vijay Thadani, member CII and chief executive officer National Institute for Information Technology.

CII's role in the future will be to coordinate internships and final placements for students.

"The next phase will be to expand the outreach of the existing courses. We will soon prepare courses for paramedics and IT support industry, where again there is shortage of skilled trained human resource," Pillai said. IANS

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Universities/IGNOU_starts_skill_training_to_enhance_employablility_7659/

COMEDK-UGET to be conducted on May 17

Bangalore: The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) will conduct the entrance examination for undergraduate programmes on May 17, 2009.

Students having 10+2 or equivalent degree, as per norms framed by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE), are eligible for the examination.

Students expecting their result are also eligible for the examination.


Application forms can be obtained by sending a draft of Rs.650 for 3 subjects (PCM or PCB) and Rs.850 for all 4 subjects (PCMB) in favour of COMEDK-2009, payable at Bangalore.

The last date of submission of forms is April 11, 2009.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Karnataka/COMEDK-UGET_to_be_conducted_on_May_17_7657/

IGNOU starts skill training to enhance employablility

New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Monday announced starting of skill building courses for students to enhance "employability".

The courses are a result of a memorandum of understanding signed in August 2008 between the university and the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII).

"Various industries are facing an acute shortage of certified skilled people. These courses will cater to localised demand of skill and capacity building - it will link education to employability," V.S. Rajasekharan Pillai, vice-chancellor of IGNOU, told sources here.

"Only five percent of India's work force is certified in some skill. This is over 80 percent in South Korea and 90 percent in developed countries. This time of economic recession is the best time to think of training, capacity building and up scaling institutions," Pillai said.

In the first phase, the university will operate in 52 centres in 42 cities spread across 16 states in the country.

The travel and tourism course have a capacity of 6,300 students, while the security and fire safety course can cater to 3,600 students. Spoken English and personality development courses can cater to 3,000 students, in all targeting 12,900 students, Pillai said.

"This is a lower-end programme so students who are class 8, 10 and 12 pass will be eligible," Pillai informed.

The first level of each course will be of six months and the advanced levels will be for 12 months. Distance learning, capsule learning and online training will also be provided along with practical hands-on training.

While 50 percent of the students will be sponsored, the remaining will not receive any direct financial assistance, Pillai said.

The objective of the tie-up is to make education "practically relevant to industrial and business application".

"This skill training courses are based on research and assessments in various industries - the training will be tailored to fit local needs and strengthen human capital," said Vijay Thadani, member CII and chief executive officer National Institute for Information Technology.

CII's role in the future will be to coordinate internships and final placements for students.

"The next phase will be to expand the outreach of the existing courses. We will soon prepare courses for paramedics and IT support industry, where again there is shortage of skilled trained human resource," Pillai said. IANS

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Universities/IGNOU_starts_skill_training_to_enhance_employablility_7659/

UPSC announces Civil Services mains 2008 result

New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced today the result of the Civil Service mains examination 2008, conducted in October- November 2008.


Personality Test of these candidates will commence from 23rd March, 2009. Personality Tests will be held in the Office of the Union Public Service Commission at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069.

The date and time of Personality Test will be intimated by the UPSC to the qualified candidates individually.

The date and time of Personality Test of candidates being called for Personality Test from 23.03.2009 to 02.04.2009 will be displayed on the Commission's Website on 17th March, 2009 and the date and time of Personality Test of the remaining candidates will be displayed on 24th March, 2009.

The candidates, who do not receive communication regarding their Personality Test, should immediately contact the office of the Commission through letter or on Phone Nos. 23385271, 23381125, 23098543 or Fax No.011-2337310, 011-23384472.

Candidature of these candidates is provisional subject to their being found eligible in all respects. The candidates will be required to produce the original certificate in support of their claims pertaining to age, educational qualifications, community, physical handicap etc. at the time of the Personality Test. They are, therefore, advised to keep the said prescribed certificates ready.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Today/UPSC_announces_Civil_Services_mains_2008_result_7640/

UPSC announces Civil Services mains 2008 result

New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced today the result of the Civil Service mains examination 2008, conducted in October- November 2008.


Personality Test of these candidates will commence from 23rd March, 2009. Personality Tests will be held in the Office of the Union Public Service Commission at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069.

The date and time of Personality Test will be intimated by the UPSC to the qualified candidates individually.

The date and time of Personality Test of candidates being called for Personality Test from 23.03.2009 to 02.04.2009 will be displayed on the Commission's Website on 17th March, 2009 and the date and time of Personality Test of the remaining candidates will be displayed on 24th March, 2009.

The candidates, who do not receive communication regarding their Personality Test, should immediately contact the office of the Commission through letter or on Phone Nos. 23385271, 23381125, 23098543 or Fax No.011-2337310, 011-23384472.

Candidature of these candidates is provisional subject to their being found eligible in all respects. The candidates will be required to produce the original certificate in support of their claims pertaining to age, educational qualifications, community, physical handicap etc. at the time of the Personality Test. They are, therefore, advised to keep the said prescribed certificates ready.

Source:http://www.indiaedunews.net/Today/UPSC_announces_Civil_Services_mains_2008_result_7640/

NIPER announces joint entrance examination on June 14

Chandigarh: The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE-2009) on June 14, 2009.

Entrance examination will be conducted for the M.S.(Pharm.), Medicinal Chemistry- M.S. (Pharm.), Natural Products-M.S (Pharm), Pharmaceutical Analysis-M.S. (Pharm.), Pharmaceutical Technology- (Biotechnology), Pharmaceutical Technology (Bulk Drugs)- M. Tech. (Pharm.), Pharmaceutical Technology (Formulations)- M.Pharm, Pharmaceutics - M.S.(Pharm.), Pharmaco informatics - M.S. (Pharm.), Pharmacology & Toxicology - M.S. (Pharm.), Pharmacy Practice - M.Pharm, Regulatory Toxicology - M.S. (Pharm.), Traditional Medicines - M.S. (Pharm.), M.B.A. (Pharm.).

General category candidates having a minimum CGPA of 6.75 (or 60% marks), 6.25 (or 55% marks) for SC/ST, 5.75 (or 50% marks) for physically handicapped (PH) candidates, on a 10 point scale in the qualifying examination and also having valid GATE/NET score are eligible for the examination.

Information Brochure containing Application form can be obtained from March 16 in person or by post from the office of the Organizing Chairperson, NIPER-JEE 2009 on submission of non refundable Bank Draft of Rs. 1000/-(Rs.500/- for SC/ST) payable at S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali)/Chandigarh in favour of "NIPER-JEE 2009" along with two duly typed self-addressed slips with name (10 cms X 6 cms).

Indian nationals residing abroad and foreign nationals have to remit US $100 by bank draft payable to "NIPER-JEE 2009".

Candidates desirous of obtaining information brochure by post should clearly mention the name of the programme in the application and on the top of the envelope carrying the request letter.

Examination will be conducted at Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune and Trivandrum.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Chandigarh/NIPER_announces_joint_entrance_examination_on_June_14_7650/

NIPER announces joint entrance examination on June 14

Chandigarh: The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE-2009) on June 14, 2009.

Entrance examination will be conducted for the M.S.(Pharm.), Medicinal Chemistry- M.S. (Pharm.), Natural Products-M.S (Pharm), Pharmaceutical Analysis-M.S. (Pharm.), Pharmaceutical Technology- (Biotechnology), Pharmaceutical Technology (Bulk Drugs)- M. Tech. (Pharm.), Pharmaceutical Technology (Formulations)- M.Pharm, Pharmaceutics - M.S.(Pharm.), Pharmaco informatics - M.S. (Pharm.), Pharmacology & Toxicology - M.S. (Pharm.), Pharmacy Practice - M.Pharm, Regulatory Toxicology - M.S. (Pharm.), Traditional Medicines - M.S. (Pharm.), M.B.A. (Pharm.).

General category candidates having a minimum CGPA of 6.75 (or 60% marks), 6.25 (or 55% marks) for SC/ST, 5.75 (or 50% marks) for physically handicapped (PH) candidates, on a 10 point scale in the qualifying examination and also having valid GATE/NET score are eligible for the examination.

Information Brochure containing Application form can be obtained from March 16 in person or by post from the office of the Organizing Chairperson, NIPER-JEE 2009 on submission of non refundable Bank Draft of Rs. 1000/-(Rs.500/- for SC/ST) payable at S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali)/Chandigarh in favour of "NIPER-JEE 2009" along with two duly typed self-addressed slips with name (10 cms X 6 cms).

Indian nationals residing abroad and foreign nationals have to remit US $100 by bank draft payable to "NIPER-JEE 2009".

Candidates desirous of obtaining information brochure by post should clearly mention the name of the programme in the application and on the top of the envelope carrying the request letter.

Examination will be conducted at Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune and Trivandrum.

Source:http://indiaedunews.net/Chandigarh/NIPER_announces_joint_entrance_examination_on_June_14_7650/

IGNOU, UCLan to launch Sign Language BA programme

New Delhi: With an aim to provide university-level education to the many talented deaf and speech-impaired students in developing countries, the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) have come together to launch the first Sign Language B.A. programme.

The BA in Applied Sign Language Studies (BAASLS) is the first-of-its-kind venture by any institute in the world. This programme will not only educate millions of deaf and speech-impaired students but also make them independent and empower them.

The five-member team of UCLan and its centre, International Centre for Sign Language and Deaf Studies (iSLanDS), are in discussion with IGNOU over the viability of this academic development in India.

The iSLanDS Centre is working in partnership with the Inter-University Consortium for Technology-Enabled Flexible Education and Development at IGNOU on the Distance Education for Sign Language Users project, and on establishing a College for the Deaf in India.

The second stage of discussion will be held on May 11. Apart from the academics and experts, UCLan's educators from the quality assurance department may also be a part of the degree programme and may sign a formal agreement.

"Subject to validation, this new course will begin in summer 2009 with a preparatory year of foundation studies; the first year BA will begin in 2010. The pass-out students will be conferred with two degrees, one from IGNOU and the other from UCLan," said Prof. Ulrike Zeshan, Director of iSLanDS.

The Foundation Studies course is a one year full time programme. Students study six modules focusing on English literacy and various study skills (IT skills, personal development planning, etc). All modules are taught and assessed through sign language and are specifically designed to meet the needs of deaf learners.

There will be two coordinators for the programme, Prof. Ulrike Zeshan from UCLan and Prof. Ramanujam from IGNOU.

Soruce:http://indiaedunews.net/Universities/IGNOU,_UCLan_to_launch_Sign_Language_BA_programme_7648/

IGNOU, UCLan to launch Sign Language BA programme

New Delhi: With an aim to provide university-level education to the many talented deaf and speech-impaired students in developing countries, the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) have come together to launch the first Sign Language B.A. programme.

The BA in Applied Sign Language Studies (BAASLS) is the first-of-its-kind venture by any institute in the world. This programme will not only educate millions of deaf and speech-impaired students but also make them independent and empower them.

The five-member team of UCLan and its centre, International Centre for Sign Language and Deaf Studies (iSLanDS), are in discussion with IGNOU over the viability of this academic development in India.

The iSLanDS Centre is working in partnership with the Inter-University Consortium for Technology-Enabled Flexible Education and Development at IGNOU on the Distance Education for Sign Language Users project, and on establishing a College for the Deaf in India.

The second stage of discussion will be held on May 11. Apart from the academics and experts, UCLan's educators from the quality assurance department may also be a part of the degree programme and may sign a formal agreement.

"Subject to validation, this new course will begin in summer 2009 with a preparatory year of foundation studies; the first year BA will begin in 2010. The pass-out students will be conferred with two degrees, one from IGNOU and the other from UCLan," said Prof. Ulrike Zeshan, Director of iSLanDS.

The Foundation Studies course is a one year full time programme. Students study six modules focusing on English literacy and various study skills (IT skills, personal development planning, etc). All modules are taught and assessed through sign language and are specifically designed to meet the needs of deaf learners.

There will be two coordinators for the programme, Prof. Ulrike Zeshan from UCLan and Prof. Ramanujam from IGNOU.

Soruce:http://indiaedunews.net/Universities/IGNOU,_UCLan_to_launch_Sign_Language_BA_programme_7648/