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Telangana launches ‘Acharya Jayashankar Badi Bata’ to bring back dropouts

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Acharya Jayashankar Badi Bata

To increase enrolments in government-run schools, the Telangana State School Education Department has announced a state-level campaign titled Acharya Jayashankar Badi Bata, scheduled to take place from June 6 to June 19.

The drive aims to enhance community involvement, track down children who are not attending school, and get institutions ready for the upcoming academic session.

School Education Director Narasimha Reddy has shared comprehensive guidelines along with a detailed schedule for the campaign. As per his instructions, all maintenance and repair work in schools must be wrapped up by May 31. Additionally, schools are to be cleaned and festively decorated to create a welcoming environment for students when classes resume on June 12, the end of summer vacation.

The ‘Acharya Jayashankar Badi Bata’ campaign seeks the active participation of local leaders, parents, and community members. Schools will also conduct Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) to foster better engagement with families.

The 2-week campaign has each one of its days scheduled for specific activities to ensure the best result possible. 

The first of the two weeks involves a large-scale Gram Sabha, where elected representatives and parents will gather and discuss what is the plan for the coming days. The next few days will involve going door-to-door to identify kids who are not currently enrolled in school. Awareness drives will also be conducted through the distribution of informational pamphlets and visits to Anganwadi centers. Efforts will be made to enroll children with special needs and school dropouts in nearby schools or Bhavita centres. The first week will then be concluded with a review of the activities conducted during the first leg of the campaign.

The second week will start with the school officially reopening. Refurbishment efforts will be inaugurated under the Amma Adarsha School Committees. Students will receive textbooks, notebooks, and uniforms. This will be followed by a day that will feature Aksharabhyasam (a literacy initiation ceremony) and Bala Sabha (a student gathering) with parents and local dignitaries in attendance. There will also be celebrations around Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), and the Learning Improvement Program (LIP) will include quizzes, student exhibitions, and classroom decoration. 

The focus of the next few days will be on integrated education and promoting education for girls. Students will pledge to stand against child marriage and harassment. Parents and community members will be invited to observe digital learning setups and modern school infrastructure. Students will be educated on the importance of plant care. The second week and the campaign as a whole will conclude with student sports competitions.

Also Read: JMI Launches Third Edition Of AI & ML Training Programme

The department emphasised that this initiative not only aims to improve enrolment rates but also to deepen school-community ties and ensure equitable, high-quality education across Telangana.

JMI Launches Third Edition Of AI & ML Training Programme

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JMI

Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) recently announced the beginning of the third edition of its Short-Term Training Programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). The programme is scheduled from July 1 to July 19, 2025. Organised by the Department of Computer Engineering, the 50-hour course will be delivered in a hybrid format, combining 20 hours of theoretical instruction with 30 hours of hands-on practical sessions. 

This initiative aims to deliver practical, hands-on training while grounding participants in theoretical foundations. The university’s decision underscores its commitment to preparing students and professionals for roles in the AI-driven digital economy.

The curriculum encompasses five comprehensive modules, those being ‘Introduction to AI & Python Programming Basics’, ‘Applied Data Science with Python’, ‘Machine Learning Algorithms’, ‘Deep Learning for Computer Vision using Keras & TensorFlow’, and ‘Deep Learning for Natural Language Processing Keras & TensorFlow’.

The modules aim to provide participants with the necessary foundation in both knowledge and skills to make use of AI and ML applications to their full potential. 

The university’s official website is currently hosting the application process for the programme. While a background in mathematics or computer science is preferred, the course welcomes applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds who demonstrate a keen interest in AI and machine learning.

160 total seats are available. 60 of those seats are for offline participants and 100 of them for online attendees. Only those who apply quickly are going to be admitted to the programme, as admissions are based on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration forms must be submitted by May 24, 2025, through the official university website.

The application review process will be conducted on May 26, with email notifications going out on May 28 to all participants who submitted applications early. June 5, 2025 is the last day for fee payment.

The sessions will be led by a mix of academic experts and industry practitioners. Faculty members from IITs, IIITs, and leading international universities are scheduled to contribute, alongside data scientists and AI engineers from industry.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate from Jamia Millia Islamia, enhancing their credentials in the field of AI and ML.

Also Read: IIMC Introduces Ph.D Programme In Mass Comm

Jamia Millia Islamia’s new training programme reflects its commitment to academic excellence and future-ready education. With this initiative, JMI joins a growing list of Indian academic institutions responding to the demand for AI literacy and digital skills. The programme is aligned with the government’s Digital India and Skill India missions and seeks to fill the talent gap in AI, which is increasingly being regarded as a key driver of economic growth and innovation.

IIMC Introduces Ph.D Programme In Mass Comm

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IIMC

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is soon going to introduce a Ph.D program in Mass Communication in the upcoming academic session. This development follows IIMC’s elevation to a ‘deemed-to-be university’ status by the Union Ministry of Education in January 2024, empowering it to confer degrees, including doctorates.

Established in 1965 under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, IIMC has been instrumental in training media professionals and conducting research in journalism and mass communication. With its main campus in New Delhi and regional centers in Jammu, Amravati, Aizawl, Kottayam, and Dhenkanal, the institute has been offering postgraduate diploma courses in various media disciplines.

The introduction of the PhD program marks a significant milestone in IIMC’s academic evolution. “We have notified the rules for the PhD program, and we intend to launch the program from the coming academic year. It is a great responsibility and we are ready for it,” stated the Vice Chancellor of the IIMC, Anupama Bhatnagar.

The proposed PhD in Mass Communication is aimed at promoting advanced academic research and scholarly contributions to the field of media and communication. Faculty members with doctorates from top institutions and rich industry experience are expected to supervise the research work, ensuring a robust academic environment. Research themes may range from media ethics, policy and regulation, and digital journalism to health communication, political communication, and AI in media.

IIMC also recently made a transition to a ‘deemed university’, allowed it to now host full-fledged degree courses instead of just diploma programmes. The institute is exploring the possibility of lateral entry for students who have completed diploma programs, enabling them to pursue advanced degrees. The university also recently launched a couple of new masters programmes in August, those being Media Business Studies and Strategic Communication.

To support these academic expansions, IIMC has initiated infrastructure upgrades, including the construction of new academic buildings and the enhancement of existing facilities. The institute has also secured approvals for the recruitment of additional faculty members to maintain academic excellence.

The launch of the PhD and master’s programs is a landmark development for IIMC, which has long been regarded as the cradle of Indian media education. With a legacy of producing leading journalists, communication professionals, and policymakers, IIMC’s shift to a full-fledged university model marks a new era of academic excellence.

Also Read: Prof. M.P. Gupta takes charge as Director of IIM Lucknow

With these developments, IIMC is poised to reinforce its position as a leading center for media education and research in India, offering comprehensive programs that cater to the dynamic landscape of mass communication.

Prof. M.P. Gupta takes charge as Director of IIM Lucknow

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M.P. Gupta

Professor M.P. Gupta officially took charge as the new Director of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow, succeeding Professor Archana Shukla. An accomplished academician and administrator, Prof. Gupta brings with him decades of experience in management education and institutional development.

Prior to joining IIM Lucknow, Prof. Gupta served as the Modi Foundation Chair Professor at the Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi. His academic journey began with a B.Tech from HBTU Kanpur, followed by an M.Tech and Ph.D. from IIT Delhi. He started his teaching career at IIT Roorkee before moving to IIT Delhi in 1997, where he rose to the rank of full professor in 2008. He also held key leadership roles including Head of Department (2016–2019) and Dean of Planning.

A visionary in digital governance and public policy, Prof. Gupta has significantly influenced national initiatives such as Digital India and Smart Cities through his research and advisory roles. With over 260 publications, guidance of 38 doctoral scholars, and several authored books and volumes, his academic contributions are both vast and impactful.

In 2020, he played a pivotal role in establishing the School of Management & Entrepreneurship at IIT Jodhpur, further exemplifying his commitment to nurturing innovation in management education. His expertise has also been instrumental in shaping ICT policy, having served on multiple government panels and national award juries. Notably, he led an EU-funded initiative that introduced the FIWARE platform in India, which is now being implemented in World Bank-backed smart city projects.

Also Read: Google DeepMind Unveils AlphaEvolve: An AI Coding Agent for Research & EdTech

Recognized with honors like the Shastri Indo-Canadian Fellowship and the Best Professor Award at the World Education Congress, Prof. Gupta is expected to bring transformative energy to IIM Lucknow. The institute looks forward to a future marked by innovation, excellence, and global engagement under his leadership.

Google DeepMind Unveils AlphaEvolve: An AI Coding Agent for Research & EdTech

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AlphaEvolve

Google DeepMind has launched AlphaEvolve, an advanced coding agent designed to evolve and optimise complex algorithms across computing, mathematics, and beyond. This breakthrough has profound implications not only for scientific disciplines but also for the B2B education ecosystem, especially academic research institutions and edtech innovators focused on STEM, computational science, and algorithmic learning.

AlphaEvolve, powered by Google’s Gemini Flash and Gemini Pro language models, functions as an evolutionary agent that combines the creative outputs of LLMs with automated evaluators. The result is a system capable of verifying, scoring, and evolving high-performing algorithmic solutions, making it a powerful tool for domains where measurable progress is critical.

“AlphaEvolve is an agent that can go beyond single-function discovery to evolve entire codebases and develop much more complex algorithms,” Google DeepMind shared in an official blog post.

With plans underway for an Early Access Program targeting selected academic users, the launch opens a compelling avenue for educational leaders and researchers to participate in high-impact innovation. Interested institutions can register through a dedicated form, signalling a potentially democratized rollout soon.

Bridging AI Innovation with Educational Research

AlphaEvolve is not just another AI tool, it represents a paradigm shift in how codebases and algorithmic solutions are generated and validated. For academic institutions, research labs, and edtech firms, this technology can catalyse advancements in areas ranging from mathematics education to computer science curriculum development.

“AlphaEvolve pairs the creative problem-solving capabilities of our Gemini models with automated evaluators that verify answers, and uses an evolutionary framework to improve upon the most promising ideas.”

This unique synergy between LLM-generated code and evaluative scoring makes AlphaEvolve highly relevant for educational settings where accuracy, reproducibility, and iterative learning are essential. Its application in real-world systems like data centre optimisation and AI model training offers an experiential learning opportunity for institutions aligned with project-based learning and applied research.

Real-World Impact: From Google’s Infrastructure to Mathematical Discovery

Over the past year, AlphaEvolve has delivered measurable impact across Google’s own infrastructure. One notable achievement was optimising Borg, Google’s data centre orchestrator, resulting in a 0.7% global compute resource recovery—a massive efficiency gain at scale.

Additionally, AlphaEvolve contributed to a redesign in Google’s TPU hardware, identifying Verilog-level improvements and accelerating matrix multiplication kernels within the Gemini AI architecture. It achieved a 23% speedup in matrix operations and a 32.5% improvement in FlashAttention kernel performance—areas typically resistant to manual optimisation.

For educators in computer engineering and AI systems, these use cases demonstrate how AlphaEvolve can serve as a learning companion for teaching advanced hardware-software co-design and compiler-level optimisations.

Unlocking New Frontiers in Mathematics

Perhaps most exciting for academic stakeholders is AlphaEvolve’s ability to tackle longstanding mathematical problems.

“AlphaEvolve’s procedure found an algorithm to multiply 4×4 complex-valued matrices using 48 scalar multiplications, improving upon Strassen’s 1969 algorithm… This finding demonstrates a significant advance over our previous work, AlphaTensor.”

When applied to over 50 open problems in mathematics, the system not only rediscovered existing state-of-the-art solutions in 75% of cases but also improved upon 20%, including the historic kissing number problem. AlphaEvolve found a configuration of 593 spheres touching a unit sphere in 11 dimensions, establishing a new lower bound—a finding that could become a reference point in advanced geometry and number theory courses.

What This Means for the Indian Education Leaders

The launch of AlphaEvolve presents an unparalleled opportunity for educational leaders to align their teaching and research strategies with cutting-edge AI developments. Institutions offering programs in mathematics, computer science, hardware design, or AI-driven research can incorporate AlphaEvolve into:

  • Curriculum Innovation – Real-world applications of evolutionary algorithms and LLMs.
  • Research Collaboration – Early access for academic experimentation and discovery.
  • STEM Empowerment – Exposure to AI agents that expand the boundary of human intuition.

As Google DeepMind continues developing a user-friendly interface for broader academic engagement, institutions that act early can position themselves as front-runners in AI-led education.

“We’re planning an Early Access Program for selected academic users and also exploring possibilities to make AlphaEvolve more broadly available. To register your interest, please complete this form.”

Looking Ahead

While currently focused on computing and mathematics, AlphaEvolve’s architecture allows it to be applied to any problem describable as an algorithm and verifiable through evaluation. This opens a door to interdisciplinary use cases in materials science, drug discovery, and even sustainability, suggesting cross-sectoral relevance for technical universities, R&D organisations, and AI learning platforms.

As AI continues to mature, tools like AlphaEvolve mark a transformative step in how knowledge is created, tested, and evolved—and the education sector stands to benefit immensely.

Ajay Kumar appointed as new UPSC Chairperson

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digitalLEARNING Network
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Ajay Kumar

Dr Ajay Kumar, a retired IAS officer from the 1985 Kerala cadre and former defence secretary, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) issued an official notification confirming the appointment, stating that his tenure will begin from the day he assumes office. The appointment has been made under Article 316(1) of the Indian Constitution.

Ajay Kumar succeeds Preeti Sudan, who served as UPSC chief until April 29. Sudan, a former health secretary, was appointed to the post in July 2024 following the sudden resignation of Manoj Soni. Manoj, who had been a member of the commission since June 2017 and became chairperson in May 2023, stepped down five years ahead of completing his term, citing personal reasons.

Manoj’s abrupt exit raised questions from opposition leaders, with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressing concerns over the lack of transparency and hinting at possible links to alleged irregularities in the commission. These suspicions were fueled by last year’s high-profile controversy involving Puja Khedkar, who was accused of misusing the civil services examination system. Her candidature was subsequently cancelled, and she was barred from future exams.

Also Read: CBSE Class 10th & 12th Results Out Today

The UPSC plays a key role in overseeing recruitment for central civil services, as well as handling promotions, deputations, and disciplinary proceedings across various services.

CBSE Class 10th & 12th Results Out Today

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digitalLEARNING Network
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CBSE

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially declared the Class 12 board examination results for 2025 today, May 13. The overall pass percentage stands at 88.39%, marking a slight increase from last year. Notably, girls have outperformed boys by over 5 percentage points. The Vijayawada region recorded the highest pass percentage at 99.60%.

Students can access their results through the official CBSE websites:

Additionally, digital marksheets are available via DigiLocker and the UMANG app. CBSE has sent DigiLocker login credentials to students through SMS on their registered mobile numbers. To access the digital documents, students need to log in using these credentials. For students who narrowly missed the passing mark of 33%, CBSE may award grace marks. Those who did not pass up to two subjects have the opportunity to appear for compartment exams scheduled for July 2025.

This year, CBSE has implemented a ‘Relative Grading’ system, replacing the previous fixed grading model. Under this system, grades are assigned based on a student’s performance relative to their peers, which may lead to variations in grade cutoffs across different subjects.

Also Read: IIT Roorkee and Scaler launch advanced AI engineering program

The Class 10 results are anticipated to be announced soon. Students are advised to regularly check the official CBSE websites and DigiLocker for updates.

IIT Roorkee and Scaler launch advanced AI engineering program

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digitalLEARNING Network
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IIT Roorkee

IIT Roorkee’s Continuing Education Centre (CEC) has partnered with leading tech education platform Scaler to launch an Advanced AI Engineering Program. The course is designed to equip both tech and non-tech professionals with real-world expertise in AI and machine learning through an industry-relevant curriculum and hands-on projects.

The two-month program covers machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, and large language models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, with practical applications across text, image, audio, and video. It also features training with tools such as Cursor and Copilot and includes domain-specific AI use cases like healthcare.

Delivered via live online sessions, the course includes real-world projects and a two-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee, offering access to state-of-the-art labs and networking opportunities with peers and industry experts.

Also Read: AICTE launches 500 online FDPs

Graduates will earn a joint certificate from IIT Roorkee and Scaler, supporting career growth into roles such as AI Engineer, Data Scientist, DevOps Engineer, or Software Developer.

Scaler Co-founder Abhimanyu Saxena and IIT Roorkee’s Prof. Kaushik Ghosh emphasized that this partnership aims to launch multiple programs targeting emerging technologies, setting new standards in tech education.

AICTE launches 500 online FDPs

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digitalLEARNING Network
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AICTE

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has announced 500 online Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) under its ATAL Academy for the academic year 2025-26. These programs aim to upskill faculty members, research scholars, and postgraduate students across India in high-demand and emerging technology areas.

The announcement was made during an official event held at AICTE headquarters in New Delhi, led by Chairman Prof. T.G. Sitharam. Also present were Vice Chairman Dr. Abhay Jere and Member Secretary Prof. Rajive Kumar. The Council had earlier launched an equal number of offline FDPs for the same year.

Prof. Sitharam emphasised the importance of continuous learning and domain expertise for educators to stay aligned with industry trends. He also highlighted that these programs play a key role in bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications. Dr. Jere proposed archiving standout lectures online to maximize reach and long-term value.

Each FDP will be a six-day virtual course, focused on sectors such as Quantum Technologies, Semiconductors, Artificial Intelligence, Blue Economy, Smart Cities, and more. A total of 17 emerging fields will be covered.

Also Read: ByteXL and SGT University join hands to boost tech skills for engineering students

All recognised higher education institutions are eligible to apply. AICTE will provide financial support of ₹1 lakh per program on a reimbursement basis.

The last date to apply is June 1, 2025.

ByteXL and SGT University join hands to boost tech skills for engineering students

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digitalLEARNING Network
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ByteXL

ByteXL has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary (SGT) University in Gurugram. This collaboration is set to provide engineering students with future-ready skills through an integrated academic model spanning their entire undergraduate program.

Through this alliance, byteXL will roll out its Career Acceleration Program (CAP) across all four years of engineering studies. The program focuses on consistent, structured training aligned with current industry needs. A key feature of this model is the inclusion of a Microsoft certification in every semester, helping students build strong technical foundations while enhancing their employability.

Students will gain full access to byteXL’s digital learning environment, including its sophisticated Learning Management System (LMS) and NIMBUS, a proprietary project-building platform. NIMBUS offers hands-on experience with diverse technology stacks, supports adaptive AI-driven learning, and emphasises project-based training to solidify practical understanding. Additionally, the program offers comprehensive career support, including resume writing, soft skills coaching, mock interviews, and mentorship from industry professionals.

Karun Tadepalli, Co-founder and CEO of byteXL, emphasised the shared goal behind the partnership. “This collaboration with SGT University reflects our mutual vision of bridging the academic-industry divide. We aim to give students a distinct advantage through continuous, certification-backed learning and holistic career support,” he stated.

Sricharan Tadepalli, Co-founder and CSO of byteXL, added, “This isn’t just a conventional academic tie-up; it’s a step toward building a new generation of job-ready engineers. With resources like NIMBUS and semester-wise certifications, students will graduate with the skills and confidence needed in today’s competitive tech environment.”

Also Read: WBCHSE announces semester system for classes XI & XII

Prof. (Dr.) Jawahar M Jangir, Pro Vice-Chancellor of SGT University, echoed the enthusiasm, saying, “We are committed to delivering an education that meets global industry expectations. Partnering with byteXL helps embed real-world, industry-aligned training directly into our curriculum, preparing students to excel in the evolving workplace.”

This agreement is a major milestone in byteXL’s mission to reshape engineering education by offering scalable, skill-based programs that fuel innovation, boost employability, and support sustainable career development.

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