Pokhriyal honoured with Vatayan Lifetime Achievement Award

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November 23, 2020

Pokhriyal Vatayan Lifetime Achievement Award

Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal was conferred with the Vatayan Lifetime Achievement Award for his exemplary contribution in the field of literature. The minister highlighted the role played by language in keeping the unity in a diverse country India.

“Culture and language are linked with each other, as the language becomes stronger, so does the culture and civilization. Similarly, the writing, also strengthens the civilisation and culture of the country,” Nishank said.

Further, the minister said that literature is the cultural, spiritual, educational heritage which invisibly strengthens the country.

Also read: Ramesh Pokhriyal extends greetings on International Literacy Day

The award was conferred in an online ceremony in presence of eminent dignitaries Amish Tripathi, writer and director of the Nehru Center, London, Mira Kaushik, Chairman Vatayan, Kavi Anil Sharma Joshi, Vice Chairman Central Hindi Board, Agra, Aditi Maheshwari, Executive Director Vani Prakashan.

Nishank has earlier received several awards in the field of literature and administration including Sahitya Bharati award by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Sahitya Gaurav Samman by former president APJ Abdul Kalam, Bharat Gaurav Samman, Good Governance award by Dubai government, outstanding achievement award by Global Organisation of Person of Indian Origin by Mauritius, awarded in Ukraine in the area of environmental protection, Himal Gaurav Samman by Nepal, among others.

Vatayan International Award is given to honour poets, writers and artists for their exemplary work in their respective fields. Earlier many eminent personalities like Prasoon Joshi, Javed Akhtar have been awarded for their literary contribution.

Odisha government to overtake more than 7,000 schools

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November 23, 2020

In a major development, Odisha School and Mass Education Minister Samir Ranjan Dash said in the state assembly that the Naveen Patnaik-led government is making efforts to overtake 7,722 schools to improve education in the state.

“Of the 14,382 schools in Odisha having student strength less than 40, efforts are being taken to merge 7,722 schools. In doing so, the state government is only trying to improve the teaching environment and impart quality education,” said Dash.

He further said that it has been decided to revise the decision on the merger of schools in scheduled areas of the state.

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“It has been decided to merge schools with student strength less than 15 and not 20 as it was earlier decided for such regions. Even MLAs can give suggestions in writing that which school should not be closed due to communication problems,” said Dash.

But Leader of Opposition Pradeepta Nayak said that they are not satisfied with the answer of the minister.

“Education is the fundamental right of a student and you cannot close a school. The opposition will raise this again in the House tomorrow,” he said.

Earlier, Dash rejected the allegations raised by the Opposition that over 14,000 schools will be closed in the process of merger and said that the figure is 7,772. The Naveen Patnaik-led government is making efforts to overtake 7,722 schools to improve education in the state, he said.

UPPSC PCS Prelim result 2020 declared

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November 23, 2020

In a major development, Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has declared the UPPSC PCS prelim result 2020 in online mode. Candidates can visit the official UPPSC website- uppsc.up.nic.in to check the UPPSC result 2020.

A total of 5393 candidates are declared qualified for UPPSC PCS main exam 2020 while the number of candidates who qualified the ACF/RFO Prelims exam 2020 is 180.

UPPSC will release the PCS Main exam 2020 date and details soon on the official website. UPPSC Secretary, Jagdish said that the final answer key, details of marks obtained, and category wise cut offs would be released by the commission on its official website and published in newspapers after the declaration of the final results of the recruitment exams.

Also read: UPPSC releases UPPSC PCS Prelims Admit Card 2020; check details

A total of 5,95,696 candidates had registered for the UPPSC PCS prelims exam 2020 out of which a total of 3,14,699 candidates appeared. The Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (Preliminary) Exam 2020 and Assistant Conservator of Forest/Range Forest Officer (ACF/RFO) Preliminary Exam 2020 was conducted on October 11, 2020, at 1282 exam centres in two shifts, 9.30 am to 11.30 am and 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm. UPPSC had issued the PCS (Pre) exam 2020 notification on April 20 for filling 487 posts while the ACF/RFO exam was for 12 posts.

How to Check UPPSC PCS prelim result 2020:

-Visit official website- uppsc.up.nic.in

-Click on the link referring to RESULT OF P.C.S. (PRE.) EXAM 2020 & A.C.F./R.F.O. (PRE.) EXAM 2020

-UPPSC result pdf will appear on the screen

Amid COVID-19 protocols Goa schools reopen for Classes 10, 12

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November 21, 2020

Schools for Classes 10 and 12 in Goa reopened on Saturday after being shut for nearly eight months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials said.

The state government has asked the schools to strictly observe the COVID-19 standard operating procedures (SOPs) like thermal screening of students, hand sanitising, wearing of masks, social distancing in classrooms, they said.

The government had decided to allow the schools to reopen from November 21 onwards for Classes 10 and 12 in the initial phase.

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who also holds the education portfolio, had announced on November 4 that all the COVID-19 safety protocols would have to be followed by these institutions.

Also read: Maha School Education Minister: School reopening decision to be taken by local bodies

A senior official of the state education department said, “Schools in Goa reopened on Saturday morning for Classes 10 and 12. The schools are adopting all the necessary SOPs to ensure that the classrooms are safe. The managements were informed in advance so that they can be ready to resume the classes.” The education department had consulted all the stakeholders, including parents, teachers and managements before deciding to reopen schools, he said.

A senior office-bearer of a city-based school said, “We have installed thermal guns at the entry point of the school. We have made it mandatory for the students to sanitise their hands.” “The strength of classroom has been restricted, due to which we have to repeat the sessions. On the first day, the school attendance was thin as only half the students were asked to remain present,” he said.

PM Modi: Amid pandemic ample opportunities available for employment

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November 21, 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said major changes are taking place around the world and there are several opportunities available for the growth of entrepreneurship and employment.

Addressing Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University’s (PDPU) students virtually during convocation ceremony, PM Modi said, “Today you are entering the industry at a time when due to pandemic, major changes are also taking place in the energy sector around the whole world. At this time, there are many opportunities for the growth of entrepreneurship and employment.”

While congratulating the students he said: “I am confident, that through your skills, talent and professionalism you will emerge from the situation and infuse power into the Atmanirbhar Bharat mission.”

Also read: PM Modi inaugurates two Ayurveda institutions

PM Modi also said, “Today, we are moving forward with the goal of reducing the country’s carbon footprint by 30-35 per cent. Efforts are being made to increase the use of natural gas for energy needs by four times in the current decade.”

Further encouraging the student PM Modi said, “It is not an easy thing to graduate at a time when the world is facing such a big crisis. But your abilities are much bigger than these challenges.”

He said, “It is not that successful people do not face problems, but he who accepts challenges, confronts them, defeats them, solves problems, eventually succeeds.”

The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone of a 45 MW Production Plant of Monocrystalline Solar Photo Voltaic Panel and Centre of Excellence on Water Technology at the university.

Addressing the students of PDPU during their Convocation. https://t.co/TI34n8PykZ

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 21, 2020

BYJU’S launches initiative to encourage digital learning

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November 21, 2020

Leading ed tech startup BYJU’S announced the launch of BYJU’S Give initiative which aims to take digital learning to as many children as possible, giving them a chance at remote learning.

BYJU’S Give is part of “Education for All” initiative that endeavors to democratise education and provide five million underprivileged children across remote areas access to quality online learning opportunities by 2025.

In this initiative, citizens are encouraged to donate their old or unused smart devices that will then be refurbished and powered with BYJU’S content and distributed to children with no access to online education.

Also read: Byju’s acquires LabInApp’s solution

“This simple gesture can give a new start to a child’s education, especially in challenging times like these,” Mrinal Mohit, COO, BYJU’S, said.

“At the heart of this initiative, lies a humble dream of every member of the BYJU’S family — to empower children with an equal opportunity to learn and thrive in life,” Mohit added.

The ‘Give’ initiative is focused on bringing equal and quality learning for every child as well as addressing another critical area i.e. responsible recycling of old technology.

The company will be collecting, evaluating, and refurbishing these old devices in partnership with Cashify, mobile e-commerce platform.

Maha School Education Minister: School reopening decision to be taken by local bodies

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November 21, 2020

Maharashtra School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad has issued a statement saying that the final decision with regards to reopening of schools in the state would be taken by local bodies after assessing the pandemic situation. The clarification from School Education Minister comes following BMC’s order which announced closure of schools in Mumbai until 31st December, contrary to State Government’s announcement of school reopening from 23rd November.

The state government empowering local bodies, Gaikwad said that the final decision about reopening of schools across Maharashtra will be taken by respective local bodies. She also added that the in the SOPs and Guidelines released earlier, the state government had asked local authorities to co-ordinate efforts for school reopening by connecting with the parents and teachers.

Also read: Tamil Nadu govt postpones reopening of schools

Moreover, local bodies are better informed about local situation with regards to pandemic, therefore they would be right agency to take a final call about school reopening in a particular district or zone. In line with this, announcement, BMC i.e. Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, has decided to close down schools in Mumbai until 31st December.

Also written consent from parents is necessary for children regarding attendance. As per School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad, only one child will be allowed to sit on a single bench and classes will be held on alternate days. Another important step to ensure safety of the teachers is that all teachers will have to undergo mandatory COVID-19 RT-PCR tests. Testing of teachers is to be completed by 22nd Nov – Sunday, before the reopening of schools.

Board Secretary: CBSE 10th & 12th Board Exams 2021 to take place for sure

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November 21, 2020

The CBSE Board has issued a statement confirming that there has been no plan to cancel the board exams for next year. CBSE Board Secretary Anurag Tripathi has also confirmed that the CBSE 10th Exam 2021 and CBSE 12th Exam 2021 will be soon released via official channels on website cbse.nic.in.

The clarification from CBSE Board Officials comes at a much needed time when rumours around cancellation of exam or delay in board exam were going viral on several platform, owing to the pandemic situation in the country.

Also read: SC rejects plea for waiver of CBSE exam fees

CBSE Board’s Secretary Anurag Tripathi issued a statement confirming holding of Board exams during a webinar on “New Education Policy (NEP): Brighter future of school education” organised by ASSOCHAM. Tripathi said that “”The board exams will happen for sure and a schedule will be announced very soon. The CBSE is making plans and will soon reveal how it will do test assessments.” However, he didn’t confirm if there would be any change in the exam time i.e. delay or postponement from the usual schedule for which exams are held in February – March 2020.

CBSE Board’s confirmation about holding of Board Exam 2021 comes amid calls from various stakeholders for cancellation of the examination. Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown, schools across the country have been closed for last 7 months i.e. since March 2020. Moreover, even those states where partial reopening of schools was attempted, several COVID cases among students and teachers have forced the state government to again close the schools.

Amazon launches programme for B-school students

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November 20, 2020

The e-commerce giant Amazon launched its flagship leadership development programme ‘Amazon Future Builders Program’ (AFBP) for students enrolled in B-Schools in India. The programme will consist of a two-month incubator period, followed by a 24-30 month period of domain expertise in particular lines of business (LoBs).

Amazon claims that the students will be given learning, training, networking, and mentorship opportunities.

During the eight-week incubator period, candidates will learn about AWS, consumer, HR, advertising, devices, operations, finance and video. Students will also learn about Amazon’s ‘Day 1’ philosophy, the company culture, and get acquainted with the processes and mechanisms that Amazonians use every day, the tech giant said.

Participants are eligible for promotion at any time during the programme duration subject to recommendation from the manager and subsequent promotion review process as defined by the respective line of business.

Also read: Amazon provides virtual internships for students

For graduating MBA students, there is no minimum work experience required to join AFBP. First-year MBA students can apply for a summer or autumn internship and can qualify for a pre-placement offer (PPO) at the end of the internship. Final year MBA students can also apply for direct hiring through final placements at the campus.

“AFBP is designed to transform students into well-rounded business leaders who demonstrate the ability to think critically, solve complex business problems and are well assimilated into our peculiar culture which will enable them to build long term career with Amazon” said Swati Rustagi, Director, HR, Amazon India.

Samsung inaugurates AR-VR Innovation Lab at IIT Jodhpur

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November 20, 2020

Samsung India has inaugurated the Samsung AR-VR Innovation Lab at the Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur (IIT-Jodhpur). The lab will train students on new technologies such as Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), helping them learn industry-relevant skills and making them job-ready.

Courses at the lab would be run by Samsung engineers in conjunction with the faculty of IIT-Jodhpur and will be offered to B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD students by the department of computer science and engineering at IIT-Jodhpur. As per a release issued by Samsung, a batch of 30-35 bachelor students would be trained per year and part of this lab would be used by research fellows to conduct their experiments. The course will be taught over 14 weeks through classroom lectures, assignments and lab room sessions, self-study and mini projects.

Also read: IIT Jodhpur inks pact with NHAI to share expertise

Extensive tutorials and approach documents will also be provided to students to facilitate practical exercises. Samsung has so far set up six Samsung Innovation Labs in IIT-Delhi, IIT-Kanpur, IIT-Hyderabad, IIT-Kharagpur, IIT-Roorkee and IIT-Guwahati as part of its Samsung Digital Academy program.

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