5g bringing in more hopes and aspirations than just being an internet service

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December 8, 2022

Have you ever envisioned downloading 1GB to 10 GB in a millisecond? 5G is bringing such low latency to the internet. Internet today is omnipresent and enhanced internet connectivity can emphasis every possible sector you can think of. The education sector has recently connected its thread with connectivity and started digital education on a bigger scale. The scalability is bringing endless opportunities to the sector and 5G is the spark that will escalate the process to a massive level. To explore the novel fortuity that 5G is bringing to the table, Sheeba Chauhan of Elets News Network interacted with Harsh Bharwani, CEO & Managing Director, Jetking Infotrain. Edited excerpts:

India got the much-awaited 5G launch. What is the difference that 5G is bringing to the table of development for the nation that 4G was lagging?

5G is the latest global wireless standard 5th generation mobile network; an updated version of 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G. 4G is a popular mobile network that offers many facilities to many users. With the increase in smartphone usage, this network is creating a major difference in the telecom sector.

The 5G network enables a large audience to connect virtually through any device or object and from any place. Higher level performance, multi-GBPS data transfer, high-speed internet, low latency, higher availability, and reliability are a few popular features of the 5G network. It improves the user experience many times and connects multiple industries. It is built with an extended capacity to deliver multi-level services and provide a next-gen user experience to new users.

Moreover, it is highly beneficial for the country’s economic and global growth. It will create millions of new employment opportunities for many people. It will support a wide range of industries and increase business across the globe much faster. Transactions will become faster, more transparent, and more reliable. It will support nations’ growth in 360 degrees.

What major changes in the education sector will be enabled by 5G?

The network capacity will increase with the introduction of 5G services. It will help in digital collaboration and make learning more interactive for students with a personalized learning experience. The 5G network will change the landscape of schools and education from the fundamental level.

It will not only improve technology access but also connect with many audiences from remote areas. Students from remote areas will get access to gain skills from the global tech world. Digital literacy will increase, and it will help in nation-building. Connectivity and interaction will bring more change in every learner and help them grow professionally.

How can young graduates upskill themselves to be a part of the 5G industry? What will be the employment opportunities that 5G will bring for the graduates?

During the recent pandemic, many students left their studies due to the lack of network access. Many institutions started the digital learning process, which has become a trend. With the 5G technology, more people can get access. Young graduates will get more benefits from this. After the huge pandemic season, 5G connectivity paved the way for developing a hybrid learning infrastructure. Remote learning will improve, and many young people can get skilled.

With low latency, high speed, reliability, and availability, 5G will generate more employment opportunities for graduates. It will enhance the VR (Virtual reality) and AR (Augmented reality) applications. Spreading to many industries like manufacturing, tourism, retail entertainment, gaming, etc., 5G will create more employment offers. Telecom, electronics, and other tech-enabled services will get more opportunities to improve their business. Engineers in these fields will benefit more from the 5G usage and employment opportunities. Millions of jobs in different areas will come to light, and it will fulfill many youngsters’ dream careers ahead.

How will AI integration help in the advancement of Information and communication technologies?

Integrating AI and advanced IT systems will significantly reduce the developer’s burden. Also, it will improve the efficiency of developers and increase their productivity with good quality. AI will catch each signal and deliver a response similar to humans. It will help the audience get exact information based on the requirements. The communication between the project managers and their teams will improve, making the environment more productive.

IT operations based on multiple platforms will be easily managed through AI integration. Automating big data processing and decision-making will quickly reduce productivity and delivery time. Thus, it will bring many fruitful results to tech-enabled companies and help a large audience.

Should new courses based on recent technologies like 5G and AI be introduced in educational institutions in India?

AI has the potential to address the flaws in education, and it can help in innovative teaching and learning, improve learning practices, and speed up progress. Using AI will improve the personalization of student learning programs, help them improve their weak points, enhance their skills, etc. It will also help promote tutoring on new subjects and improve the tutor-student relationship.

Learning will improve round-the-clock, and learners can upskill themselves quickly. Courses based on Data Analytics, Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, etc., can be introduced using 5G- like technologies. AI can be a valuable tool for teaching professionals, but it should be fine with the personal interaction of students and teachers. It will also improve digital assessments and automate routine tasks.

How is an evolved curriculum helping in general tech advancement awareness for the youth’s easy and quick adoption of such technologies? How will it help to make them future-ready for industry exposure?

Youth will get more engaging learning material through AI-like technology. The existing tech curriculum may help youth quickly interact with and adopt the latest technologies. Also, it needs to bring more innovation to make it easy for many others. Technologies like 5G, AI, ML, etc., bring new and innovative learning methods to the youth. It will improve their skills and knowledge of using technology and pave the way to becoming industry-ready. They will be taught everything in real-time with live examples by experienced industry professionals.

Many Edtech institutions are utilising this space to bring a drastic change in our youth and prepare for the future. Also, the interactions and personality development will improve their grooming skills. The introduction of these skills in their curriculum, along with technology-based education, can help youth to become industry-ready. Industry experts and tech institutions together can bring this change to help young people make their careers brighter.

FLAME University introduces an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Design(B.Des) program

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December 6, 2022

FLAME University has added a Bachelor of Design (B.Des) degree for undergraduate students, expanding the design minor that is already available. The programme will prepare students for a rewarding career designing technology-driven human experiences, including digital and interactive interfaces, tangible interfaces, various forms of immersive storytelling, service design, and much more. It is rooted in liberal education and is focused on experience design.

“The concept of design today requires professionals to have an understanding of the traditional knowledge combined with elements of simplicity and practicality and yet have a finger on the pulse of the demands of the future. The B.Des program, with experience design as a major, is crafted for the future designer, who will not just be able to envision ideas and execute them, but also innovate by creating thought-provoking concepts. Our design education philosophy aims to equip students with relevant competencies and sharpen their skills through a practical and multi-disciplinary approach. The program, which has been created under the advice of some of the best minds from India and abroad, will be taught by faculty who are experts and bring in real-world experience. By the end of the program, students will be ready to take on challenges regardless of the complexities, showcasing the impact and value that design professionals bring to the table”, said Prof. Dishan Kamdar, Vice-Chancellor, FLAME University while announcing the launch of the program.

The practice of design now involves more than just constructing things; it also entails taking a holistic approach to opportunities and the demands of the modern environment. The B.Des programme leverages FLAME University’s liberal education philosophy to provide students with current and next-generation competencies that enable them to approach design holistically.

A highly illustrious advisory board, which includes none other than Don Norman (dubbed the “Father of UX Design”), Director of The Design Lab at the University of California, San Diego, USA, has approved the curriculum based on the insights provided by 50+ international design experts.

A talented group of full-time faculty experts with academic credentials from some of the most prestigious institutions will teach the B.Des programme, in addition to visiting faculty made up of business leaders.

The curriculum attempts to align with industry expectations and change with them, encouraging design skills through the interdisciplinary course-cross-pollination. The curriculum of the programme is based on “Experience-centred Design,” created for the future designer, and it allows students to concentrate on the multidisciplinary nature of complicated problem-solving by integrating many viewpoints and encouraging novel ways of thinking and approaching problems.

To foster designers who are storytellers, makers and doers, and systems thinkers, FLAME has blended courses from the disciplines of Design, Humanities, Management, Social Sciences, and Technology. It intends to foster the development of a reflective design-oriented mindset.

A career in aviation is an excellent option for the future of India

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December 6, 2022

The aviation sector is a major global employer. According to Aviation Benefits Beyond Borders, there are 87.7 million jobs supported by the industry world over. For those wishing to explore a rewarding career, this expanding market offers a profitable range of work opportunities. The current tech-savvy generation who operate in a world where geographical boundaries are increasingly blurred can find the aviation sector a great ecosystem to be a part of and have a career in.

Certain advantages an individual interested in the sector can take note of:

Global Living

Aviation gives individuals a chance to travel more often, relocate and work with several kinds of people from different nationalities. People who are interested in experiencing other cultures and living in different places should look at job profiles that fit them. Your options for travel and relocation will be determined by the demands of your position and employer. Aviation is undoubtedly one of the sectors you can look at if bettering your understanding of the world and becoming a global citizen are on your list.

Variety Of Career Options

Contrary to popular belief, Aviation is not restricted to pilots and flight attendants. Individuals should look at getting a quality education and training to be able to assume specialist careers in aviation. People from a variety of backgrounds and aptitudes can pursue a career in aviation. Individuals inclined towards business and operations can take a look at Aviation Management jobs, and those with a bent towards hospitality can have a look at Ground Staff-Hospitality, Cabin Crew, and Front Desk among many other employment capacities. Technical and engineering background scope includes Aircraft Engineer. Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer, and Aircraft Maintenance, to name a few among a plethora of other options.

Lucrative Pay Scale, Perks and Scope Of Growth

One can expect a good standard of living through major aviation job profiles. Competitive pay scales are offered across job types, as airport and airline companies look forward to having an exceptional workforce aboard. The range of pay varies based on the location of employment and job function. Additionally, flexibility, family travel and other added perks add to the appeal of aviation careers. Interestingly, advancement and career progression for most jobs in the sector are relatively easy. Retraining and upskilling are urged in order to advance and look for work in better profiles.

Future- Led Industry

The entire sector operates on technology and requires to stay ahead of tech developments. It will be safe to say that, in addition to technology, aviation professionals must be quick to adapt to changing regulations and challenging work environments. The greatest sector to hunt for employment in if you favor challenges or fear stagnation as a person. The generation of today is technologically savvy and seeks to influence areas where technology plays a positive role. Working in this industry, professionals get first-hand experiences with advanced technologies like AR and VR, where they receive training on deploying the tech on-field as well as aiding in back-end learning.

Although the job market for aviation is expanding quickly and is quite lucrative, one must also be aware of the challenges associated with such roles. Aviation is the industry for you if challenges excite you.

Views expressed by Piyalee Chatterjee Ghosh, Founder and Head of Product, Myfledge Institute of Aviation and Hospitality

BITS Goa invests in GALF as part of the Start-Up India Seed Fund Scheme

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December 5, 2022

Corporate wellness aggregator GALF is well recognised for its wellness ecosystem MyGALF has obtained funding through the incubator BITS Pilani Goa BIRAC BioNEST under PM Narendra Modi’s Startup India Seed Fund Scheme. To help eligible start ups expand up, the programme offers grants of up to 50 lakhs.

The world has never been the same since the COVID catastrophe in 2020. Everyone now clearly prioritises their health. The wellness technology company GALF has been growing and assisting businesses in the manufacturing, banking, financial services, insurance, consulting, BPOs/ITOs, and logistics industries. Since the 2020 pandemic, the brand, which entered commercial in 2018, has consistently grown by around 200% YOY. As of April 2022, the company was valued at $5 million USD, and its strategic division Get A Life Pvt. Ltd. just announced the opening of a seed-funding round.

An estimated 80% of business workers experience stress and anxiety, according to a research. This is already manifesting in diseases and lifestyle-related problems that have a high likelihood of becoming chronic. The media frequently reports on situations involving young people losing their lives. There is danger for the corporate Indians. We are truly talking about millions of people being impacted in India, which has approximately 1.7 million registered active firms. Tech-based wellness ecosystems are essential in order to tackle the issue at hand. MyGALF began with a relatively modest bootstrapped budget but has been able to significantly improve its clients’ quality of life through gamification-linked awards, specialised marketplaces, and tech-enabled holistic wellness services.

“We are constantly in pursuit to upgrade our platform offerings to make them more personalised, stressor specific and easy to use. While most of the players are focussing on scaling by offering a one-size-fit-all approach, we are ok to grow slow yet consistent, thereby keeping a strong customer bias; baby steps further” said Amit Vasistha, Founder and CEO.

Sheetal Kotian, Co-Creator and Executive Director – Business Solutions said, “We are delighted to have been recognised by Govt.of India through Startup India Seed Fund Scheme and are humbled to be partnering with BITS, Pilani Goa through this investment and incubation support.”

BITS Goa Innovation, Incubation & Entrepreneurship Society (BGIIES) is backed by a strong pedigree and experience of Industry Stalwarts, Gurus, Investors network and Infrastructure. Tarun Krishnakumar, General Manager, BITS BIRAC BioNEST. said, “We offer targeted support to the startups like GALF, which help them not only grow fast but also become responsible firms that contribute to credible future of India Inc. said Prof Dr Mridula Goel, Joint Secretary, BGIIES and In-charge BITS BIRAC BioNEST. The wellness-tech segment of the health care industry, specifically focussing on preventive health, is the need of the hour and undoubtedly poses a huge opportunity in terms of contribution and growth. We are excited to be able to find GALF and its leadership team as our partners for investment and incubation. We are certain that together we will co-create success.”

The Seed India Fund Scheme is a flagship programme and a dedicated fund of Startup India, which was introduced by the Honorable PM Narendra Modi. Through incubators, the government recognises and supports high potential early-stage enterprises with up to Rs. 50 lakh. The government has allocated Rs 945 crore as its budget for this endeavour.

Punjab education minister launches ‘Mission 100%’ campaign

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December 5, 2022

Harjot Singh Bains, School Education Minister of Punjab launched ‘Mission-100%: Give Your Best’ campaign on Saturday. According to an official statement from the education department of state said that “the motive of this campaign is to encourage students from government schools to attain best results during 8, 10 and 12 exams and eliminate the fear of exams from their minds.”

In a live-streamed session on EDUSAT, Youtube and Facebook, Harjot Bains and other senior officials addressed the students and teachers. Bains also said, under the campaign three groups will be formed.

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Bains further said, “The first group will cover those students who have scored less than 40% marks during weekly tests, while the second group will comprise those who gained between 40 and 80% marks, and the third group will cover those who scored 80% or more during weekly tests. Buddy groups would also be formed with the inclusion of weak and bright students. In order to achieve the desired results of the mission, the teachers will conduct special classes before or after the zero period or school hours according to their convenience.”

Bains further stated that appreciation letters will also be given to teachers and school leaders who help in implementing the mission in full swing.

Education Ministry urges students, teachers, and parents to participate in PPC 2023

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December 3, 2022

Parents, teachers, and students have been invited to take part in the “Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2023” event by the Ministry of Education (MoE). The sixth iteration of PPC 2023 will be administered by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in January of 2023. Students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 may participate through the official website, innovateindia.mygov.in. till December 30.

Every year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in Pariksha Pe Charcha, a live broadcast in which kids ask him questions on test stress and other topics. In order to assist and empower them to support kids in realising all of their aspirations and objectives, the prime minister will also interact with parents and teachers.

MoE said in a tweet, “Calling students, teachers and parents to participate in #PPC2023 and get an opportunity to interact with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”

How To Register For PPC 2023?

Go to the official website- innovateindia.mygov.in.
Find the ‘Participate’ button under ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2023’ section on the home page and click.
Students are welcome to respond on one topic that is provided to them. Also, they can submit their question in maximum 500 characters directly to the Prime Minister of India.
Parents and teachers are also invited to participate and submit their entries for online activities specially designed for them.

Sanjay Kumar joins Department of School Education as secretary

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December 3, 2022

Sanjay Kumar, an IAS officer appointed as Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education in Shashtri Bhawan in New Delhi. Sanjay Kumar is an IAS officer from the 1990 batch Bihar Cadre and was also former Secretary of the Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. He replaced Anita Karwal IAS upon her superannuation.

Sanjay Kumar evaluated the operation of the department, autonomous entities, and several school education-related programmes during a meeting with senior Ministry officials. The National Education Policy 2020 was discussed, along with teacher capacity building, school infrastructure, and the planned “Pariksha Pe Pariksha” Prime Minister’s Interaction Program. The education of every student in the nation will be of high quality, accessible, and affordable standards, according to Kumar. In Bihar, Sanjay Kumar also held the position of principal secretary for education.

Droupadi Murmu launches Haryana’s 1st blockchain-secured graduation certificates

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December 2, 2022

Droupadi Murmu, the Honourable President of India, launched the first blockchain-secured graduation degrees in Haryana at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra on November 29, 2022. Manohar Lal, the honourable Chief Minister of Haryana, and Bandaru Dattatraya, the honourable Governor of Haryana, attended the ceremony as guests of honour. Convocation ceremonies for two successive classes of 2020 and 2021 that had been postponed due to the Covid-19 outbreak were given the convocation degrees.

CertOnce, a leader in providing blockchain-based solutions and in charge of establishing India’s first blockchain secured degree solution at MIT WPU, Pune, has given the technology for issuing blockchain-protected certificates for the students.

The founders of CertOnce- Rajesh Ranjan & Pawan Khurana, also happen to be an alumnus of NIT Kurukshetra and said that it was “a proud moment” to assist their alma mater in implementing the technology.

“We are extremely proud to bring this disruptive technology to India in March 2021, with MIT World Peace University, Pune becoming the 1st ever Indian university to implement blockchain-secured certificates for their students. In fact, they were so happy with the solution that they requested CertOnce to help issue such blockchain-secured certificates for all their former students as well”, said Pawan Khurana, Co-Founder & COO, commenting on the recent milestone.

Droupadi Murmu, the Hon. President of India, introduced blockchain-secured diplomas for the first time in Haryana at the launch, the certificates’ digital versions were emailed to every student, posted to the blockchain, and immediately verifiable on the NIT Kurukshetra website. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Boston uses the same open standards platform for its whole procedure, Khurana continued. According to w3g.org, the technology is the accepted global standard for credentials that can be verified.

The New Education Policy (NEP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Digital India agenda are both in line with the growing use of blockchain technology for academic credentials.

Khan Academy appoints Swati Vasudevan as the Country Director in India

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December 1, 2022

Swati Vasudevan is appointed as the Country Director for India by Khan Academy, a nonprofit online learning organisation that provides free, top-notch education. She will oversee operations in India and be in charge of accelerating Khan Academy’s expansion there. She has over twenty years of experience in strategy and organisational transformation.

With over 25 years of experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Swati is a skilled leader. She was the founding CEO of the graduate-level educational institution Indian School of Public Policy and served as COO at the Gates Foundation India Country Office. Additionally, she has given advice and mentored young companies in the health-tech and edtech sectors. Swati began her career as a field engineer with Schlumberger, working on oil rigs. She has since worked in South East Asia, the Far East, and the US for ten years. She has held positions with Sleep Number, Schneider Electric, and McKinsey. She holds an MBA from Chicago Booth and is an IIT Delhi graduate in engineering.

Khan Academy started its India operations in 2017 with approximately 6,000 monthly users and now caters to over 10,00,000 monthly users in 2022. Besides the increase in usage, Khan Academy is committed to making learning content accessible in more regional languages in India so that every student can learn in their preferred language.

“We are delighted to have Swati spearheading our India operations for Khan Academy. India is a unique market with several vernacular languages and curriculums for learning. Swati has rich leadership experience, and her expertise will help us lead our mission of making world-class learning content available to every learner in India”, said Sal Khan, Founder and Educator, Khan Academy commenting on the appointment.

Swati Vasudevan, Country Director – India, Khan Academy, said, “This is one of the most special roles for me because I strongly resonate with Khan Academy’s mission. The education sector is rapidly changing globally, creating opportunities for growth and impact. We will continue to look for ways to expand our reach to enable educators and serve students across the country in their native language. Access to quality education is the ticket to economic progress for a generation. I look forward to being a part of this journey of inspiring and educating students across age-groups in India.”

UGC’s approval mandatory for universities to offer Distance Learning courses

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December 1, 2022

According to recent amendments notified by University Grants Commission (UGC), universities must now obtain prior approval from the UGC in order to offer open and distance learning courses.

The commission mentioned that, “Universities may offer courses in the Open and Distance Learning mode, with approval of the Commission, provided it satisfies all the conditions laid down under regulations, by whatever name they are called, pertaining to open and distance learning mode notified by the UGC from time to time.”

Amendments to the current regulations were agreed at the commission’s 562nd meeting on October 28 and were later published on November 18 in the Gazette of India.

According to previous rule, the commission’s approval, universities were permitted to offer open and distance learning programmes as long as they met “all the conditions laid down under regulations, by whatever name they are called, pertaining to open and distance learning mode notified by the UGC from time to time.”

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