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Kharge accuses BJP-RSS of promoting 'education mafia' amid NEET-UG 2024 controversy
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes BJP-RSS government over NEET-UG 2024 exam, demanding re-examination. Central government and NTA defend exam integrity amidst allegations of paper leaks and malpractices. Opposition pressures government over irregularities as 67 students achieve perfect scores, sparking protests across the country.
NEET UG counselling deferred until further notice; Congress' Jairam Ramesh says, "Issue getting worse"
The NEET UG 2024 counselling process has been postponed indefinitely, despite the Supreme Court's refusal to delay it. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the Modi government, claiming they mishandled the NEET-UG issue, endangering the future of youth. The Ministry of Education defended the exam's integrity, opposing its cancellation due to alleged malpractices. The NEET-UG exam, gateway to medical courses, faces scrutiny amid allegations of paper leaks. The BJP-led government is under fire as protests erupt over perfect scores and CBI involvement looms.
‘Organic’ and ‘natural’? India’s $32 billion packaged food and beverage industry struggles with disclosures
The packaged food industry should be more upfront about the ingredients they use to make products. It is a question of public health, say experts.
Over 50 successful NEET-UG candidates move SC for direction against any move to cancel exam
Over 50 Gujarat-based NEET-UG candidates have filed a fresh plea with the Supreme Court, requesting a direction to prevent the Centre and the National Testing Agency from cancelling the controversial exam. The plea also seeks a direction to the Union Education Ministry to investigate and take strict action against students who engaged in unfair practices such as paper leaks and impersonation.
NEET controversy: Education reforms need to tackle the ‘how’, not just ‘what’ and ‘why’
The NEET controversy has also highlighted the requirement of derisking admission tests. It cannot be that if one test comes under the cloud, then there's no other backup for students. Reform initiatives in sensitive, critical sectors like education need to be injected in a manner that students are insulated from any potential failure. National Testing Agency (NTA), at the heart of this reform process and now of the controversy, conveys a serious gap between conceptualisation and execution.
CBI arrests principal, vice principal of school in Hazaribagh in NEET-UG paper leak case
The CBI arrested individuals and questioned candidates linked to the NEET-UG paper leak case, following a referral from the Union Education Ministry after demands from protesting students. Investigations by the agency span multiple states, including Bihar, Gujarat, and Rajasthan, in connection with the alleged irregularities during the exam conducted by NTA.
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View: Some suggestions for systemic improvements to minimise, or stop, future NEET-NET-type leaks
Recent events have put the National Testing Agency (NTA) under scrutiny due to the leakage of the NEET-UG test paper, impacting admission to medical colleges. With over 2 million students taking the NEET exam annually for around 1 lakh competitive seats, the stakes are high for career-defining opportunities.
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.
Job creation is India's top economic challenge, policy experts say
According to a poll of policy experts by Reuters, tackling India's chronic joblessness will be the biggest challenge for the government over the next five years, despite the country's status as the world's fastest-growing major economy. The economy grew more than 8% last fiscal year, but this growth has not translated into sufficient job creation, particularly for young people. The recent parliamentary elections saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP losing its majority, partly due to issues such as widening inequality, inflation pressure, and a lack of well-paying jobs.
NEET paper leak row: Education Ministry seeks report from Bihar police's Economic Offences Unit
Education Ministry orders Bihar police's Economic Offences Unit to report on grace marks issue in NEET-UG Exam-2024, addressing irregularities in Patna. Government to take action post report, committed to exam sanctity and student interests.
Rahul Gandhi's Birthday Today: From education to job, lesser-known facts about the Nehru-Gandhi scion turning 54
Rahul Gandhi, turning 54 today on June 19, is a prominent Congress leader and member of India's influential Gandhi family. His career challenges the ruling BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Born into a legacy of Indian Prime Ministers, Rahul Gandhi's education spanned prestigious schools in Delhi and abroad. He holds an M.Phil. from Trinity College, Cambridge, and has pursued diverse professional ventures before emerging as a key political figure, serving multiple terms in Parliament.
Saving for child's education: Market volatility, inflation pose serious risks to investments. Find out how to keep them safe
Market volatility and inflation can pose serious risks to the investments set aside for your child's education. It's important to consider strategies to safeguard these funds against potential financial downturns and rising costs.
Pune: One killed, 42 students rescued after fire breaks out at private institute
According to officials, the watchman of the building who was sleeping on the ground floor was charred to death in the fire incident that took place on the intervening night of Thursday and Friday. Upon receiving the information, the officials of the fire department rushed to the spot and started the operation to douse the fire.
View: Raise a glass to the job creators
In a recent interview, Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of supporting businesses and avoiding demonization. The Prime Minister's stance received positive feedback, contrasting with past socialist inclinations.
Private philanthropy to expand at 10–15% annually in next five years: Neera Nundy, Partner, Dasra
Private philanthropy is expected to see a significant expansion with family philanthropy seeing a shift towards building a strong ecosystem.
Bonjour! Pointers to start your French higher education
France has announced a plan to triple the number of Indian students by 2030, aiming to welcome around 30,000 students within six years. This initiative enhances France's appeal as a destination for global education, attracting students with its multiculturalism and academic prestige. However, studying in France differs significantly from anglophone countries due to language and cultural differences.
More women must let off STEAM
India's STEM education landscape is uneven with women constituting 42.3% of STEM students. Only 16.6% of STEM faculty in Indian universities are women.
Study abroad: US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia — which is the best country for Indian students in terms of education cost, scholarships, jobs?
Aspiring to pursue higher studies at prestigious universities like Harvard, Cambridge, Stanford, Oxford, MIT, and others is a common goal for many Indian students. However, achieving this aspiration often presents numerous challenges. Before making a final decision about studying abroad at these highly sought-after destinations, it's essential to carefully consider various factors. Let's explore the key considerations for Indian students aiming to study in these top 5 destinations.
Varthana receives 3 million euros of debt finance from Dutch investor
Varthana, a non-bank lender in the education sector, secured 3 million euros in debt finance from Triodos Investment Management, enabling the company to expand and support schools and students in upgrading infrastructure and educational foundation. Established in 2013, Varthana has financed over 11,000 schools and provided 16,500 loans for expansion. Triodos Investment Management sees this investment as contributing to financial inclusion and quality education accessibility.
India needs to reduce trade tariffs, simplify procedures and remove protectionism: NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam
Speaking at Confederation of Indian Industry’s Annual Business Summit 2024, Subrahmanyam listed out the need for fundamental reforms in education and skilling, need for intervention to enhance the women labour force participation rate and plethora of policy measures in agriculture along with greater private sector investment in infrastructure and governance reforms.
Are Ivy League schools still worth it? US employers are looking elsewhere to fill top jobs
Employers are shifting away from Ivy League graduates towards public universities and top private non-Ivy League colleges due to concerns about campus controversies and the emphasis on practical skills. 'New Ivies' are now seen as providing better value and preparing students for rewarding careers.
Punjab, Haryana schools to remain closed on May 10 on occasion of Parshuram Jayanti
Haryana schools will remain closed on May 10 on occasion of Parshuram Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Lord Parshuram. The holiday, originally for government schools, now extends to both public and private institutions across the state. In Punjab, schools, colleges, and other educational institutions will also remain closed. Parshuram Jayanti is considered auspicious for initiating new ventures or business endeavors in Hinduism, as it falls on the third day of'shukla paksha'.
More and more Andhra education barons eye political heft
The great, renowned coaching factories of Andhra Pradesh are regularly churning out batch after batch of successful candidates at competitive exams. Side by side, the highly successful owners of these institutions are also aiming for -- and many of them achieving -- grand success in the political arena.
IIM Bangalore to open private equity centre of excellence
The Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, is poised to establish the nation’s inaugural private equity center of excellence within an academic institution, supported by Mathew Cyriac, an alumnus of the institute and executive chairman of Florintree Advisors, a private equity firm. Cyriac, formerly co-head of private equity for Blackstone India, is donating Rs 17.5 crore toward the center, marking the largest contribution from a single alumni member to IIMB.
Growing online enrolments, rising tuition fee to drive revenue for education sector: Ind-Ra
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) projects a positive outlook for the education sector in the financial year 2024-25, citing factors such as increasing enrolments and rising tuition fees per student. The agency anticipates that the growing middle-class income and demand for quality education will drive higher spending on infrastructure and facilities. Digitalization, distance learning, and e-learning content are expected to play a significant role in the sector's growth.
Educated and unemployed: India's angry young voters
The World Bank warned this month that India -- like other South Asian nations -- was "not creating enough jobs to keep pace with its rapidly increasing working-age population". South Asia is failing "to fully capitalise on its demographic dividend", said Franziska Ohnsorge, the bank's regional chief economist, calling it a "missed opportunity".
'Would spoil the atmosphere': Private school bars rape survivor from appearing for Class 12 board exams in Ajmer
A private school in Ajmer, Rajasthan, has expelled a 17-year-old class 12 student, who is a gang-rape survivor, and debarred her from appearing in board exams, citing concerns about the impact on other students. The district child welfare committee (CWC) investigated and directed the education officer to withdraw the school’s affiliation, urging action against the school management. The survivor, who scored 79% in class 10, expressed a desire to continue studying but was denied the opportunity.
Alta Capital looking to invest over $1 billion in India's educational infra
The firm has already invested over $1 billion across warehousing, managed workspaces, student housing and educational infrastructure businesses in less than a year of operations till December, which also marked its purchase of education infrastructure development services company Cappella Educore for $200 million. Alta Capital had earlier acquired Goldman Sachs' and Warburg Pincus' 100% stake in student housing platform Good Host Spaces for $320 million in the largest-ever student housing deal in the country.
What Byju's teaches us
Byju's, an Indian edtech company, faced misgovernance and allegations of unethical practices. Governance is crucial in unlisted startups providing public services. Business models that work in other markets may not create long-term value in India's price-sensitive market.
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