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Delhi University cut off list on Monday

Jun 30, 2014, at 07:19 pm

New Delhi, June 30 (IBNS): The first cut-off list of the Delhi University, which was embroiled in a standoff with the UGC for days over the undergraduate course duration, will be out on Monday.

Build a literate, educated and empowered India: Irani

Jun 29, 2014, at 04:07 am

Bhopal, June 28 (IBNS) Minister for Human Resource Development Smriti Zubin Irani on Saturday called for building a literate, educated and empowered India.

Delhi University capitulates, agrees to 3-yr course

Jun 27, 2014, at 08:16 pm

New Delhi, June 27 (IBNS) The Delhi University (DU) has finally gave up its stance on a Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) and agreed to a three-year format stipulated by the UGC (University Grants Commission), buckling before growing protests by students and teachers.

Delhi University wants honours degree for 3-year course

Jun 26, 2014, at 06:56 pm

New Delhi, June 26 (IBNS) The Delhi University (DU) on Thursday said it wants the three-year course be implemented in such a manner that an honours degree will be given on its completion.

Intel Education 2 in 1 unveiled in India

Jun 26, 2014, at 03:49 pm

New Delhi, June 26 (IBNS): Intel India on Wednesday unveiled the Intel Education 2 in 1, its first-ever 2 in 1 design for students at an event in New Delhi.

Central Agricultural University to open in Karnataka: Agriculture Minister

Jun 25, 2014, at 01:45 am

New Delhi, June 24 (IBNS): Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers Ananth Kumar on Tuesday met Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh where the latter said he will consider opening a central agricultural university in the state.

Community college students gear up for the US

Jun 24, 2014, at 04:41 am

Kolkata, June 23 (IBNS): Seven Indian students, who have been selected for the U.S. State Department funded Community College Initiative Program (CCIP), met with U.S. Consul General Helen LaFave in Kolkata on Monday.

IIT JEE topper wants to become a researcher

Jun 20, 2014, at 04:02 am

Udaipur, June 19 (IBNS): Chitraang Murdia, who has topped the Indian Institute of Technology Joint Entrance Exam (IIT-JEE), said he wants to become a researcher in future.

Irani attends IISER convocation

Jun 16, 2014, at 02:38 am

Pune, June 15 (IBNS): Union Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Zubin Irani on Sunday attended the Third Convocation Address of the President at the Indian Institute of Science, Education & Research(IISER) here.

SNU partners Pearson VUE to develop SNUSAT admission test

Jun 04, 2014, at 09:36 pm

Kolkata, Jun 4 (IBNS): Shiv Nadar University (SNU) has appointed Pearson VUE, offering innovative computer-based testing solutions, to develop its computer-based admissions testing programme, the Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test (SNUSAT), and deliver it through the network of test centres.

IIP Kolkata's new campus to train photographers

Jun 04, 2014, at 06:52 am

Kolkata, June 3 (IBNS): Indian Institute of Photography Kolkata's (IIPK) inaugurated its new studio at its campus in Kolkata's Salt Lake Sector V area on Tuesday.

CRY announces child research fellowship

May 30, 2014, at 09:40 pm

Mumbai, May 30 (IBNS): Child Rights and You (CRY), a nonprofit organization working to ensure lasting change in children’s lives, on Friday invited applications from research fellows exploring various dimensions of child rights, within the broad understanding of justice for children.

Higher Secondary exam results declared

May 30, 2014, at 06:35 pm

Kolkata, May 30 (IBNS): The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) on Friday declared the results of the Higher Secondary (HS) examination 2014.

IGNOU calls for admission into various programmes

May 29, 2014, at 07:56 pm

New Delhi, May 29 (IBNS): The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) recently invited applications for admission to degree/ diploma programmes in Management Programme, B.Ed., M.Ed. and Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.

Howrah school celebrates annual prize distribution ceremony

May 28, 2014, at 05:10 am

Liluah, May 20 (IBNS): Agrasain Balika Siksha Sadan, a school located close to Kolkata, celebrated their annual prize distribution ceremony at the school premise recently.

Coca-Coal launches University on Wheels in WB

May 28, 2014, at 04:13 am

Kolkata, 27 May (IBNS): Coca-Cola University has launched the first 'University on Wheels' in West Bengal together with Bengal Beverages Pvt.Ltd.

82.24% pass Madhyamik examination

May 22, 2014, at 06:36 pm

Kolkata, May 22 (IBNS): The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) on Thursday declared the results of Secondary/Madhyamik examination 2014.

GCE organising campaign on education for all

May 21, 2014, at 04:09 am

Kolkata/New Delhi, May 20 (IBNS): Global Campaign for Education (GCE) has organised a worldwide annual campaign, Global Action Week to raise awareness on the importance of 'Education for All'.

Madhyamik results to be announced on Thursday

May 20, 2014, at 06:47 pm

Kolkata, May 20 (IBNS): The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) on Monday decided to declare the results of the Secondary/Madhyamik Examination 2014 on Thursday (May 22).

Online portal to help prepare for medical entrance

May 20, 2014, at 06:44 pm

Kolkata, May 20 (IBNS): Indian healthcare solutions company Macula Healthcare Pvt Ltd recently launched the 'entrancebook.com', a new portal that aims to make preparation for medical and dental entrance within reach of individuals.

TERI University joins Coca-Cola to set up department of water studies

May 07, 2014, at 11:14 pm

New Delhi, May 7 (IBNS): TERI University recently joined hands with the Coca-Cola Foundation to launch the 'Coca-Cola Department of Regional Water Studies', here.

Heritage School hosts annual fest 'Youthopia 2014'

May 03, 2014, at 06:46 pm

Kolkata, May 3 (IBNS): The First Lady of West Bengal Padmini Narayanan was on Saturday present at the Heritage School's annual fest, 'Youthopia 2014', here.

Britannica, The Hindu join hands to improve learning for school students

Apr 30, 2014, at 12:20 am

Chennai, Apr 29 (IBNS): Five leading organisations have joined hands to launch a nation-wide program 'Knowledge without Boundaries' for significantly enriching and improving learning outcomes of school students in India and preparing them to be a part of the global, knowledge-based, economy.

Ivey Business School joins Shri Ram College of Commerce

Apr 29, 2014, at 11:18 pm

New Delhi, Apr 29 (IBNS): Ivey Business School, Canada recently signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shri Ram College of Commerce, New Delhi to explore collaboration on multiple fronts, which include degree programs, aiding in international admissions, faculty development and exchange and India based case study development.

XLRI announces certificate programme in agri-business management

Apr 29, 2014, at 11:11 pm

Jamshedpur, Apr 29 (IBNS): Private school for management education, XLRI- Xavier School of Management recently announced admission for Certificate Programme in Agri-Business Management, here.

Are B Schools catering to needs of industries?

Apr 25, 2014, at 08:38 pm

Industries seem to be losing craze for generic B-School education. At the same time, many of the B-Schools are also not realizing the industry needs. Results of these conflicting trends reflect in sharp decline of attractiveness of some of the B-School programmes . Number of CAT aspirants, which is an indicator of the market size has reduced to 1.74 Lacs in December 2013 in comparison with 2.14 lacs in December 2012, which is almost a 20% decrease.

Encyclopaedia Britannica Partners with Katha

Apr 22, 2014, at 11:21 pm

New Delhi, Apr 22 (IBNS): Encyclopaedia Britannica, best known for authoritative reference material recently partnered with Katha, an independent Indian publisher with over 300 titles translated from 21 Indian languages, to take the best Indian stories published by Katha to the children across the world.

Dubai school inducted into Britannica President’s Club

Apr 21, 2014, at 11:22 pm

New Delhi, Apr 21 (IBNS): Global digital media company with products that promote knowledge and learning Encyclopaedia Britannica recently inducted the Indian High School, Dubai in the Britannica President’s Club for South Asia.

British Council to hold 'Going Global' in Miami

Apr 18, 2014, at 03:57 am

New Delhi, Apr 17 (IBNS): British Council's 'Going Global 2014' international education conference will be held in Miami Beach (USA) from Apr 29 to May 1.

MDIS declares admission for MSc Health Sciences (Management)

Apr 16, 2014, at 11:31 pm

New Delhi, Apr 16 (IBNS): Singapore based not-for-profit professional institute for lifelong learning, Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) recently announced the intake of students and professionals for an evolutionary program in MSc Health Sciences (Management), awarded by the Northumbria University, UK.