Category: Education

Lucknow — Dr. (Mrs.) Pankaj Mittal , the second woman to serve as Secretary General of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) in its 97-year history, visited Amity University, Lucknow Campus, and interacted with the Heads of Departments (HoDs) and Heads of Institutions (HoIs). On this occasion, Vice Chancellor of Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Dr. Balvinder Shukla; Pro Vice Chancellor of Amity University Lucknow Campus, Dr. Anil Vashisth; Deputy Pro VC, Dr. Anil Tiwari; and Dean Academics, Dr. Rajesh Tiwari, were also present. Before joining AIU, Dr. Mittal served in…

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Lucknow — In a significant move to foster innovation in quantum technology, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Quantum Research and Centre of Excellence (QRACE), New Delhi. The agreement was spearheaded by the Centre of Excellence in Quantum Computing at the Amity Institute of Information Technology (AIIT), with a shared goal to conduct advanced research in intelligent, secure, and robust quantum systems. The collaboration will focus on integrating artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum dots, and next-generation electronics into quantum platforms. The MoU…

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New Delhi: Adopting a zero-tolerance policy towards piracy of NCERT textbooks, which is a cognizable offence under the Copyright Act, 1957, NCERT in the last 14 months, along with the respective Police authorities, has seized more than 5 lakh copies of pirated NCERT textbooks, huge quantity of printing paper and machinery worth more than Rs. 20 Crore, while registering a record 29 FIRs against printers, warehouse owners, and retailers of pirated NCERT textbooks. Continuing its drive against such criminals, NCERT, along with the UP Police, conducted a raid on a…

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New Delhi: The National Zoological Park, New Delhi  successfully completed its Summer Vacation Programme 2025 organised from 22 May to 5 June, on the occasion of World Environment Day. The programme was based on this year’s global theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution”, and was organised in collaboration with the National Museum of Natural History and the EIACP Programme Centre and Resource Partner at WWF-India. World Environment Day is celebrated to create awareness about the environment. It is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and celebrated worldwide since 1973. This…

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New Delhi — Union Education Minister  Dharmendra Pradhan  launched the second phase of the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign along with a suite of initiatives designed to mainstream environmental education across schools. Addressing a gathering in the capital on the occasion of World Environment Day, Pradhan inaugurated the Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE web portal, a microsite for Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0, and special modules tailored for school students. Speaking at the event, Pradhan emphasized the role of Eco Clubs in shaping a climate-conscious generation. “Eco Clubs for…

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New Delhi: The education landscape in India is rapidly evolving. Gone are the days when traditional school education and degrees were the only paths to success. In today’s competitive world, skill-based education and vocational courses have become equally important in shaping a child’s future. If your child has just completed Class 8, this could be the perfect time to introduce them to professional courses that offer early skill development and long-term career benefits. Courses to Consider After Class 8 Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA):Ideal for students interested in technology, this…

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New Delhi: In a major move aimed at improving student health, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed all affiliated schools across the country to establish a ‘Sugar Board’. This initiative is a response to the alarming rise in lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure among school-going children. The ‘Sugar Board’ will monitor and regulate students’ sugar intake and dietary habits, with a focus on promoting healthier food choices. According to CBSE, the goal is to prevent childhood obesity and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) that…

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New Delhi: Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, inaugurated a National Workshop on ‘World No Tobacco Day’ (31st May 2025), at Rang Bhawan, Akashvani Bhawan, New Delhi. The day-long workshop saw officials from the Ministries of Education, Health & Family Welfare, Home Affairs, NCERT, CBSE, State/UTs civil societies, domain experts, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), National Service Scheme (NSS), students from educational institutes making presentations and exchange views on the subject. Sanjay Kumar launched the Nationwide School Challenge on…

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Dr Shishir Srivastava, Founder & CEO, UniFusion Consultants, Motivational Speaker, Trainer and Author Lucknow: India’s recent achievement of becoming the world’s fourth-largest economy, surpassing Japan with a projected GDP of $4.187 trillion for fiscal year 2026, is a significant milestone. However, this economic growth has not translated into equitable prosperity. Despite the nation’s economic size, India’s per capita GDP remains relatively low, ranking around 130th globally. The disparity between total economic growth and individual prosperity is evident. While poverty rates have declined, a significant portion of the population continues to…

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