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Toyota Kirloskar Motor in association with Government of Mizoram and Zote Toyota Establishes its 67th Toyota Technical Education Program [T-TEP] and STAR Scholarship Initiative in Mizoram

15Jan

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor in association with Government of Mizoram and Zote Toyota Establishes its 67th Toyota Technical Education Program [T-TEP] and STAR Scholarship Initiative in Mizoram

Aizwal, 14th January 2024.Continuing its commitment to the nation’s ‘Skill India’ and ‘Make in India’ missions, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced the launch of its 67th Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP) and the “Scholarship program for Technical Education and Recognition” [STAR] initiative under T-TEP at Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Aizwal, Mizoram. Reaffirming TKM’s unwavering commitment to fostering skill development and enhancing employability opportunities across the area.The initiative is a collaboration between TKM, the Government of Mizoram, and dealership partner Zote Toyota, underscoring their shared commitment to enhancing youth employability and fostering skill development. The launch event was graced by Chief Guest Mr. Lalnghinglo...

Infosys to partner with Andhra Pradesh for its skill census

10Jan

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Infosys to partner with Andhra Pradesh for its skill census

Amarawati, January 10, 2025.Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday said that Infosys has partnered with the state government to provide technical support for its skills census programme.The Andhra Pradesh Skill Development Corporation (APSDC) signed an agreement with Infosys in the presence of Lokesh, said a TDP release.The primary objective of the skill census is to identify talent in youth and extend the necessary training before providing them with better employment opportunities.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Signs MoU with Government Tool Room & Training Centre to Enhance Skill Development in Karnataka

10Jan

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Signs MoU with Government Tool Room & Training Centre to Enhance Skill Development in Karnataka

Bangalore, 10th January 2025.Reinforcing its dedication to skill development and community empowerment, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government Tool Room & Training Centre (GTTC), Karnataka. The MoU, effective from January 2025, underscores TKM’s role in elevating the quality of training at GTTC centers and Multi-Skill Development Centres (MSDCs) by introducing advanced industry culture, faculty development programs, and modern training materials. By bridging the gap between academia and industry, the initiative underscores TKM's commitment to empowering trainees with the skills needed to excel in today’s competitive industrial landscape.Building on the success of developing 16 GTTC centers, TKM is now embarking on a trans...

English medium schools: Gehlot slams govt, Bairwa defends review move

7Jan

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English medium schools: Gehlot slams govt, Bairwa defends review move

Jaipur, January 07, 2025.Former CM Ashok Gehlot on Sunday said Rajasthan was the first to experiment with govt-run English-medium schools and expressed concerns over "the idea of closing these schools". Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, who heads the ministerial committee on these schools, responded by saying the review process aims at identifying areas for improvement where necessary."The idea of closing English medium schools is beyond comprehension. Rajasthan was the first to experiment with this, and everyone appreciated it. Private schools charge fees of around Rs 40,000-Rs 50,000. However, in these govt schools, education is free. In these (govt English medium) schools, children speak in English," said Gehlot, adding that the counsel CM Bhajan Lal Sharma was receiving ...

Chandigarh University becomes First Indian Private University to win MAKA Trophy

6Jan

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Chandigarh University becomes First Indian Private University to win MAKA Trophy

Chandigarh, January 06, 2025.Shining bright in the firmament of sports, Chandigarh University has become the first private university in the country to win the prestigious Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy – 2024. The announcement for the same was made by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Thursday. The varsity will receive MAKA trophy from the President of India, Droupdi Murmu during the National Sports Award ceremony scheduled to be organized by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on January 17, 2025.Chandigarh University will receive a cheque of Rs 20 lakh along with the Maka Trophy during the special award ceremony. With this Chandigarh University has also become the youngest university (established in 2012) to achieve this mar...

Union Minister of I&B Sh. Ashwini Vaishnaw interacts with students at NDMC’s ‘Exam Warrior’ initiative; Advises them to focus on consistent study to ease exam stress

4Jan

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Union Minister of I&B Sh. Ashwini Vaishnaw interacts with students at NDMC’s ‘Exam Warrior’ initiative; Advises them to focus on consistent study to ease exam stress

New Delhi, January 04, 2025.Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Railways and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, took part in the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)'s Exam Warrior Art Festival, inspired by the book of Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi. The initiative aims to help students build positivity, confidence and creativity so they can approach exams with a calm and balanced mindset.Around 4,000 students shared their thoughts through art, inspired by the messages of the book. Divyang students also actively participated in the event alongside the their teachers providing guidance throughout the event.“Dream of Doing” message to students by Prime Minister of IndiaIn his recorded message, Prime Minister Shri Narendra M...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Scales Up Anganwadi Development Program to Benefit 400 New Centers in Ramanagara District

3Jan

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Scales Up Anganwadi Development Program to Benefit 400 New Centers in Ramanagara District

Ramanagara, 03 January 2025.Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to community development, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka, is proud to announce the expansion of its flagship Toyota Anganwadi Development Program (TADP). Building on the success of the initial phase that developed 30 model Anganwadi Centres (AWCs), the program was scaled up to 150 centers in FY 2023-24. Recognizing its impact, the initiative is now being extended to an additional 400 AWCs in Ramanagara district from December 2024 to March 2026.As part of this expanded initiative, TKM organized a one-day orientation and training session on 03January 2025 for 400 Anganwadi Workers.Mr. Digvijay Bodke IAS, CEO of Zilla Panchayat Ramanagaraand Mr. S. C. PadmarajuDeputy Di...

3Jan

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RAS mains exams 2023 results out

Ajmer, January 03, 2025.Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) on Thursday declared results of RAS (Rajasthan Administrative and Allied Services) mains exams 2023, selecting 2,168 candidates for interview against 905 posts. The dates of interviews will be notified later, RPSC secretary Ramniwas Mehta said.Mehta said results of two candidates remain sealed in an envelope as per directions of Rajasthan High Court. Results of 20 candidates have been cancelled due to their category change, and results of three candidates have been withheld because of administrative reasons.The cut-off for general category is at 262 marks, for EWS 262, for SC 235.35, for ST 249, for OBC 262, and for MBC 258.25 marks.

Plans afoot for a clean REET: CCTV cameras, blacklisting of centres

3Jan

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Plans afoot for a clean REET: CCTV cameras, blacklisting of centres

Jaipur, January 03, 2025.CCTV cameras will be installed at independent exam centres and those marked as sensitive by the district administration for Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET) scheduled to be held on Feb 27, said Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) secretary Kailash Sharma on Thursday.The education department also plans to compile and distribute a list of blacklisted centres to various districts. District authorities have been issued instructions to scout new potential exam venues and notify RBSE regarding centres requiring supplementary CCTV installations.All activities at exam centres marked as sensitive will be monitored through CCTV cameras. "Videography will be done for all activities at all REET exam centres, and CCTV cameras will be ...

Rajasthan University to buy e-books worth Rs 3 cr for digital library

31Dec

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Rajasthan University to buy e-books worth Rs 3 cr for digital library

Jaipur, December 31,2024.Rajasthan University (RU) is all set to purchase e-books worth Rs 3 crore for its digital library for the first time in the two years since it was inaugurated. E-books are being given preference because students can access information on any device, said the varsity officials.The university administration will soon issue a tender inviting bids for e-books to be purchased, which can be used by students both at the library and on their personal devices after downloading. A committee is being set up to finalise the tender process, said officials."Once the digital library starts, thousands of researchers pursuing PhDs from the university will benefit. About 15,000 students pursuing postgraduate studies at the university will also be able to use the books, a...

MMGEIS Students Take a Leap Toward Building a Stronger Geospatial Community

30Dec

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MMGEIS Students Take a Leap Toward Building a Stronger Geospatial Community

New Delhi, December 30th, 2024.The Centre for Knowledge Sovereignty (CKS) and Esri India launched the Pilot program of the Master Mentors Geo-enabling Indian Scholars (MMGEIS) program with 1000 students in August 2024. Upon successful conclusion of the pilot, close to 4000 students have been enrolled in the program, both from schools and colleges. As some of these students transition to the advanced level, they will be mentored by Shri A S Kiran Kumar, former Chairman of ISRO, and a Master Mentor of MMGIS, and other Master Mentors, notably Dr K J Ramesh, former Director General of IMD and Lt. Gen. Girish Kumar, former Surveyor General of India. To celebrate this accomplishment and the first anniversary of the announcement of the MMGEIS program, a felicitation ceremony, attende...

Kinetic Green signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vishwakarma Institutes and University to advance skill-based training and research

17Dec

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Kinetic Green signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vishwakarma Institutes and University to advance skill-based training and research

Pune, 17thDecember,2024.Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Limited, India’s leading electric two- and three-wheeler manufacturer has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vishwakarma Institutes and University (VI&U) to establish a long-term partnership aimed at advancing concept development, skill-based training, cutting-edge research, and education. This collaboration marks a significant step toward bridging the gap between academia and industry while fostering the development of future-ready talent.Through this partnership, Kinetic Green will provide hands-on training, practical exposure, and access to its labs, workshops, and industrial sites, offering valuable real-world experience to both students and faculty. In return, VI&U will adapt its curriculum t...

Mahindra University Launches School of Hospitality Management

17Dec

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Mahindra University Launches School of Hospitality Management

Hyderabad December 2024.Mahindra University has announced the launch of the School of Hospitality Management in Hyderabad today. The school introduced B.Sc. (Hons.) in Culinary and Hospitality Management, which aims to equip students with an integrated culinary excellence offering in the dynamic hospitality management business. The course is designed to nurture versatile global professionals combining traditional and core skills with modern technological advancements. This new school will open doors to exciting global opportunities, with a focus on innovation, analytics, and sustainability. Admissions for the first academic session, 30 seats, will open in January 2025, with classes starting in February 2025. The regular academic session, 60 seats, will begin in August 2025.&nb...

REET 2024 registration begins at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in

16Dec

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REET 2024 registration begins at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in

Jaipur, December 16, 2024.The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has opened the registration window for the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET) 2024-25 exam. The application process for the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET) 2024-25 opens on December 16, 2024, and will close on January 15, 2025. The exam is scheduled for February 27, 2025, and admit cards will be available starting February 19, 2025.REET is a state-level teacher eligibility test held annually to evaluate candidates' qualifications for teaching primary and upper primary classes in Rajasthan's government schools. It has two levels: Level 1 is for those aiming to teach Classes 1 to 5, while Level 2 is for those seeking to teach Classes 6 to 8. Candidates who wish to teac...

Mahindra University Partners with Virginia Tech and Virginia Tech India to Establish an Interdisciplinary Research Center

10Dec

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Mahindra University Partners with Virginia Tech and Virginia Tech India to Establish an Interdisciplinary Research Center

Hyderabad, December 2024.Mahindra University (MU), a pioneering multidisciplinary institution in India, has signed a landmark framework agreement with Virginia Tech and Virginia Tech India to establish the Interdisciplinary Institute for Transformative Technologies (I2T2). This initiative will bring a world-class research center to Mahindra University Hyderabad campus, fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cutting-edge research.The partnership underscores the strong relationship between Virginia Tech, a globally renowned university, and Virginia Tech India, its regional hub for advancing academic, research, and outreach initiatives in India. This synergy aims to harness global expertise, adapt transformative technologies, and empower students and researchers to...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Initiates ‘Toyota Youth Connect’ Program to Strengthen Skilling Ecosystem in Karnataka

9Dec

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Initiates ‘Toyota Youth Connect’ Program to Strengthen Skilling Ecosystem in Karnataka

Bangalore, 09 December 2024.Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), reaffirming its commitment to shaping India’s future workforce, successfully conducted the “Toyota Youth Connect” program, a three-week initiative spanning all 30 districts of Karnataka. Designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry, the program introduced students to the dynamic world of the automobile industry, emphasizing the critical role of skill development and apprenticeship opportunities in building a career-ready workforce.Reaching over 7,700 youth and collaborating with more than 70 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), the initiative educated participants on the significance of industry-specific skills, the breadth of opportunities available, and the importance of adapting to professional workplace culture...

World University of Design Welcomes Applications for 2025 Academic Year

5Dec

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World University of Design Welcomes Applications for 2025 Academic Year

New Delhi, 5thDecember 2024.World University of Design (WUD), India’s first University dedicated to education in the creative domain, is inviting online applications from candidates seeking admission to its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for the academic year 2025. WUD offers a range of courses to its students wherein they can choose the disciplines of their choice, including architecture, design, fashion, communication, visual arts, performing arts and management. Each school at WUD offers a range of unique courses, giving students an array of specialized career paths to explore and pursue.The application process has been streamlined with necessary forms easily accessible on the university’s official website. Following the application process, candidates must take the W...

Mahindra University signs MoU with Airbus to further research and education in aerospace and digital technologies

4Dec

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Mahindra University signs MoU with Airbus to further research and education in aerospace and digital technologies

Hyderabad, December 04, 2024.Mahindra University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus, a global leader in aeronautics and space. This collaboration aims to foster innovation, research and education in aerospace and digital technologies by leveraging strengths of both the organisations to create a future-ready talent pool.Under this partnership, they will collaborate in curriculum development, industrytraining, faculty and student exchanges, and advanced research in aerospace and digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI-ML), advanced analytics and cybersecurity. The MoU will also advance internship and placement opportunities for students, facilitate joint events such as symposiums and workshops, and enable connections wi...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Concludes 32nd iCARE Activity, Strengthening Commitment to Community Development

4Dec

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Concludes 32nd iCARE Activity, Strengthening Commitment to Community Development

Bangalore, December 2024.Reaffirming its dedication to community service and sustainable development, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) successfully concluded its 32nd ‘iCARE (I Community Action To Reach Everyone’) activity at Government High School, Kannahalli, near Kengeri, Bangalore in Karnataka on 1st December 2024. Launched in 2017, iCARE is TKM’s institutionalized Employee Volunteering Program (EVP), designed to empower employees to drive meaningful change in their communities through initiatives that promote education, environmental conservation, road safety, and skill development. By encouraging employees to give back to society, iCARE embodies TKM’s commitment to creating a positive and lasting impact on lives.This edition of Icare was organized in conjunction with Internationa...

Mahindra University Chancellor Anand Mahindra Inaugurates School of Digital Media and Communication

3Dec

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Mahindra University Chancellor Anand Mahindra Inaugurates School of Digital Media and Communication

Hyderabad, December 2024.Anand Mahindra, Chancellor of Mahindra University, inaugurated the School of Digital Media and Communication(SDMC). The exclusive SDMCbuildingincludes a fully equipped audiovisual studio with a multi-camerashooting floor,advanced lighting grid andproduction control room. The building also houses apodcast studio, mobile journalism (MoJo)studio, creator studio, immersive (VR-XR) studio floor, along witha sophisticated Apple Lab and a state-of-the-art editing and post-production facilities with industry-standard software applications.The new facilities align with the School’s vision to nurture the next generations of storytellers by building conceptual, technical, professional and ethical competencies.As a young school invested in imparting education in planni...

Samsung R&D Institute, Noida and IIT Bombay Sign MoU to Pioneer Research in Digital Health, AI and Other Emerging Technologies

21Nov

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Samsung R&D Institute, Noida and IIT Bombay Sign MoU to Pioneer Research in Digital Health, AI and Other Emerging Technologies

Gurugram, November 21, 2024.Samsung R&D Institute, Noida (SRI-Noida), has strengthened its commitment to industry-academia collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay).Under this MoU, SRI-Noida and IIT Bombay will explore breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI), digital health, and other critical areas. The five-year partnership will facilitate joint research projects, providing IIT Bombay students and faculty an opportunity to collaborate with Samsung engineers.This approach will not only open newer avenues for the students,but will enhance their industry readiness. In addition, it will equip Samsung engineers with specialized training and certification programmes from IIT Bombay in emerging ...

Rajasthan Staff Selection Board to test tablet-based exam over wi-fi

21Nov

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Rajasthan Staff Selection Board to test tablet-based exam over wi-fi

Jaipur, November 21, 2024.Jaipur: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) is gearing up to conduct a mock test next week through tablets over a wi-fi network. This is being done to check if exams can be conducted in "hybrid mode" in areas where exam centres with enough computers or secure LAN network are not available. Officials said this will also help reduce the risk of exam paper leaks."At present, we can only conduct exams with up to 20,000 candidates in the computer-based test (CBT) model, through LAN-based computers available in different private institutes. We will holding a mock test next week where the exam will be conducted through tablets over a wi-fi network. We want to check how secure this method is. In CBT, the question paper is shared with a secure server, but in thi...