OFFLINE AND ONLINE EDUCATION PROVIDERS
Boycott online attendance is trending online. Here's why UP teachers are protesting
The hashtag #boycottonlineattendance has been trending on X (formerly Twitter) for the past two days, garnering over half a million tweets. This massive online protest has caused significant concern among top officials of the education department.
AI became the teacher of the year
AI is transforming the landscape of education as lecturers and EdTech platforms across the country utilise the technology for teaching, testing, and assessment. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT have found their way into Indian classrooms. However, AI also presents potential drawbacks. It may stifle creative thinking among young learners due to an over-reliance on technology.
You won’t get any income tax refund unless you verify your ITR; here’s how to verify ITR online, offline
Income tax return verification: You filed income tax return will be cancelled if you don't verify it within 30 days of filing of ITR. There are multiple ways to verify an filed ITR including a offline process. Read below to find out various ways of verifying a income tax return (ITR) online and offline.
NEET NET Result: Nearly 33 lakh students affected as govt agency fails the test
The Centre's handling of NEET and UGC-NET exams in 2024 has left nearly 33 lakh students affected due to alleged fraud and paper leak issues. Approximately 24 lakh science stream students preparing for NEET faced challenges including allegations of leaked papers and disputes over grace marks. Meanwhile, UGC-NET, traditionally a computer-based test (CBT) since 2018, unexpectedly shifted to a pen-paper format, leading to concerns about security and processing delays.
ISB Online offers learning solutions to higher education institutions
The Indian School of Business (ISB) is expanding its ISB Online platform to serve a diverse range of learners, including undergraduate students, professionals, and executives, from various sectors. With plans to double their current learner base by FY24-25, ISB Online aims to enhance employability, improve teaching outcomes, and provide networking opportunities through flexible and self-paced learning options, as well as offering faculty development programmes for academic institutions.
NRI KYC for mutual funds: How NRIs can continue investing in mutual fund schemes
NRI Mutual fund KYC rules: The new KYC rules from Sebi have come into effect from April 1, 2024. However, the new KYC rules made it difficult for NRI to invest in mutual fund schemes. A relaxation has been given by Sebi for NRI investors so that they can continue to invest in mutual fund schemes.
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CBSE warns against fake syllabus, sample question papers for 2024-25 session
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a cautionary advisory to students and parents regarding misinformation about the syllabus, resources, and sample question papers for the 2024-25 session. The Board specifically warned against relying on online portals that spread unverified news, emphasizing the circulation of outdated links and false claims by certain sources. The advisory stressed the importance of obtaining information only from official sources to avoid confusion among schools, students, parents, and other stakeholders.
In-store mobile phone sales dry up on rising temperatures
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast severe heatwave conditions across ten states in North India since the middle of May with temperatures touching 50 degrees in some areas, with some respite expected from May 31.
Online bond platform companies set up industry body
The executive committee of the new body – called the OBPP Association of India – was formalized at a meeting on May 28 at the NSE’s office in Mumbai, with more than 20 of the 27 licensed OBPPs in attendance, the association said in a statement.
New RuPay credit card on UPI launched: Attractive reward points on online, UPI, offline transactions; lifetime free, other features
IndusInd Bank and Poonawalla Fincorp have launched a co-branded RuPay Platinum Credit card. This card offers reward points on everyday spending on e-commerce websites, including UPI transactions and point-of-sale machine transactions. It has no joining and provides benefits like movie ticket offers and fuel surcharge waivers. All you need to know about IndusInd Bank Poonawalla Fincorp eLITE RuPay Platinum Credit Card.
New RuPay payment mechanism using NFC: Know who will benefit from it and who may not need it
NFC sticker powered by RuPay: A silicon sticker powered by RuPay using near field communication (NFC) technology is set to be launched. This sticker can be fixed on any solid surface and requires no internet or power and is also waterproof. You can use this NFC sticker for payments at any NCMC enabled terminals in Assam ASTC, Delhi metro, Mumbai BEST, etc.
Razorpay launches Q-Zap, new solution for faster offline billing
Razorpay launches Q-Zap for offline payments, reducing billing time by 40% and operating costs by 20%. Offers seamless integrations with 120+ billing partners for efficient processing.
New EPF rules: EPFO relaxes mandatory uploading of cheque leaf image, attested bank passbook for these cases
EPFO eases the requirement to upload image of a cheque leaf and an attested bank passbook. This move will help to expedite the settlement of claims filed online and reduce the number of claims that are rejected
Online eats into offline; Agnikul defers rocket launch
The rapid adoption of quick commerce and food delivery apps is eating into the sales of retail, and quick service restaurants. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Odisha CHSE Class 12 Results 2024: How to check on chseodisha.nic.in, via SMS, and Digilocker; Websites, steps, and other details
The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) in Odisha is set to announce the results for the Class 12 board exams on May 26. Students can check their mark sheets directly from the official websites at chseodisha.nic.in and orissaresults.nic.in. Additionally, the Odisha board has provided options to check results using the SMS service and DigiLocker. Last year, the overall pass percentage was 78.88%, with Science, Commerce, and Arts streams recording pass percentages of 96.12%, 89.20%, and 82.10%, respectively.
Odisha Board 10th Toppers list: Check BSE Odisha 10th toppers names, merit lists, district wise pass percentage and more
BSE Odisha Class 10th Toppers List: The BSE Odisha Class 10 results for 2024 have been announced, with a pass percentage of 96.07%. The results can be accessed online, and top performers' details will be released on the official website. Students can also get results via SMS and WhatsApp for convenience. Check here for toppers list, pass percentage and other details
Homebound startups restructure; offline push by D2C brands
Happy Wednesday! Homegrown startups are stepping on the pedal for their move back home. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Offline stores are trending as new set of D2C firms emerge
Investors and startup founders are noticing a trend: D2C businesses across various sectors, like fashion, electronics, and food and beverage, are opening physical stores (going offline) even after their initial funding round.
Can you transfer EPF account from unexempted trust to EPFO, exempted trust?
EPF account transfer from unexempted trust: Many salaried individual have Employees' Provident Fund account either with EPFO or exempted trusts. However, what if you have an EPF account with unexempted trusts? Does EPF scheme rules allow an EPF member to transfer the unexempted trusts to EPFO or exempted trusts? Read on to know about it.
New EPF auto-settlement claim rules for medical, education, marriage, housing: How to use this facility, eligibility
EPF auto-settlement of withdrawal claims: The EPFO in a press release has announced extending the coverage of auto-settlement of withdrawal claims to marriage, housing and higher education. The auto-settlement claim was earlier available for specified medical illness only. Read on to know who can apply for these claims, documents required to apply and other details.
Faster EPF claim settlement: EPFO multi-location claim settlement to speed up member claims
Faster EPF claim settlement: By allowing for multi-location claim settlement, this feature will speed up member claims processing and replace the current geographical jurisdiction structure along with productivity in offices nationwide.
Dubai CEO sparks debate by advising students to choose universities with fewer Indians
Dubai-based CEO has ignited a debate online with her controversial advice for Indian students considering higher education abroad. In a post on X, Shreya Pattar, founder of Shreya Pattar Ventures, suggested that students should prioritise international universities with fewer Indian students to avoid what she described as "toxic Indian patterns."
CBSE 10th results 2024: How to check Class 10 results via online, Digilocker and SMS. Step-by-step guide
CBSE Class 10 Result 2024: Shortly after the announcement of class 12 result, CBSE also announced the Class 10 board exam results today. Here is a step by step guide to check your marks on the board's official website. If the official website doesn't work you can still get the result through other methods.
CBSE class 12 board exam results declared; Here's how to check result, marks, other details
CBSE Result Class 12: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the class 12 board results today, surprising many who expected the results to be released after May 20. The results, available on cbse.gov.in, show an increase in the pass percentage by 0.65 compared to last year, with 87.98% of students passing the exams. To check the results, students can visit the CBSE results website, choose their class (10th or 12th), enter their roll number and date of birth, and click 'Submit.' The results are also accessible through the Umang mobile app, DigiLocker, and the IVRS system.
Why touchy-feely consumerism is here to stay and also thrive
The surge in e-commerce once signaled the demise of brick-and-mortar stores, but a notable shift is occurring as D2C companies expand offline. The trend extends beyond smartphones to FMCG and banking, with consumers favoring physical stores for premium items. Retailers are adapting by enhancing store sizes to provide immersive shopping experiences.
Income tax filing: 3 updated utilities available for filing this ITR form for AY 2024-25; find out which one works best for you
Income tax filing: Are you an individual or Hindu Unidivided Family who have income from business or profession and do not want to opt for presumptive taxation scheme? Then you may need to file ITR-3. To help you file ITR-3 easily, the income tax department has launched online, offline using Java and Excel based utilities. But which one is better?
New KYC rules: How to do KYC online, offline for mutual fund investments
Step by step guide to do mutual fund KYC online: If a mutual fund investor's KYC status is 'verified', 'registered' or 'on-hold', then he/she is required to do the re-KYC again. It is essential to have 'KYC Validated' status to ensure that an investor can invest in any scheme of any mutual fund house easily without giving KYC documents again and again.
Teaching minors 'good touch', 'bad touch' not enough, educate them on 'virtual touch': HC
The high court's observations came while dismissing a bail plea by a woman, Kamlesh Devi, accused of helping her son in sexually assaulting a minor girl after kidnapping her and forcing her into prostitution. The 16-year-old was allegedly kidnapped by Rajiv who befriended her on social media and kidnapped her when she came to meet him. The girl was taken to Madhya Pradesh and confined there for several days. She was allegedly sexually assaulted by the man and others.
Google-backed Adda247 hires Bimaljeet Singh Bhasin as CEO of Skilling and Higher Education Business
Adda247 appointed Bimaljeet Singh Bhasin as CEO to lead skilling and higher education business growth, with support from Google, Westbridge, and Info Edge. Bimal's vast experience will help expand offerings for over 40 million users preparing for various exams.
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