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AICTE, in Collaboration with Apna.co Has Launched the First-Ever National Career Portal

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All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Apna.co, a professional networking site, launched the ‘AICTE Career Portal’ for engineering students on Thursday. This portal will change how over 3 million students from around 12,000 colleges find jobs and internships. The launch event took place at the AICTE headquarters in New Delhi with key figures like AICTE Chairman Prof. TG Sitharam, Vice Chairman Dr. Abhay Jere, Member Secretary Professor Rajive Kumar, and Nimrit Parikh, CEO of apna.co, in attendance.

The project started after an agreement was signed in February 2024, highlighting both parties’ dedication to improving job opportunities through technology and collaboration. The portal also offers a special program where students can visit Silicon Valley, USA, for free and meet leaders from big companies like Google, Apple, and Microsoft.

Apna.co is crucial to this project because it connects fresh graduates with job opportunities, using its vast network of 500,000 recruiters and over 1,000 companies. The portal doesn’t just list jobs; it also provides tools to help users create impressive resumes and get real-time job alerts. It even has groups for professional growth and will soon include help preparing for interviews and figuring out fair salaries.

Prof. TG Sitharam mentioned that this collaboration is an important blend of government and startup efforts that helps students develop important skills and find various job opportunities. Nirmit Parikh, CEO of apna.co emphasised the platform’s role in helping Indian youth succeed globally.

The portal also provides colleges with tools to make better decisions and plan strategically, improve communication through a networking community, and show comprehensive job placement stats to attract companies. This helps improve how students and employers see these colleges. The AICTE Career Portal will officially start on April 30.

ISB To Transform Leadership Paradigms With New AI Programme

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In this era of rapid technological progress, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionised decision-making and increased operational efficiency for leaders. According to a Statista 2024 forecast, the AI market is expected to reach $305.90 billion by 2024 and grow annually by 15.83% until 2030. Significant investments in AI technologies fuel this growth, the ongoing digital transformation, and AI’s competitive advantages in the fast-evolving global economy.

The ISB Executive Education’s Leadership with AI Programme, featuring Generative AI, is designed to effectively equip leaders with the necessary skills to incorporate AI into their strategic roles. This program, offered by India’s top-ranked B-school (Source: FT Global MBA Ranking 2024), prepares leaders to navigate and thrive in an AI-driven business landscape. It focuses on employing Generative AI for innovative problem-solving, analysis, and personalised communication, thus improving engagement and relationships across various stakeholders.

The 20-week program delves deep into AI fundamentals, exploring how these technologies can enhance customer engagement, streamline operational processes, and sharpen strategic decision-making. It also addresses the ethical aspects of AI, ensuring leaders make responsible, informed decisions. Program highlights include over 140 self-paced learning videos by renowned ISB faculty, real-world case studies from leading companies, hands-on learning with top AI tools, and extensive assignments and discussions. Completing this program not only awards participants with ISB Executive Alumni status and a certificate but also equips them to apply AI strategically within their organisations, ultimately fostering a culture that embraces AI-driven change.

Rajasthan to Streamline Teacher Recruitment with Unified Entrance Test

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In a pivotal initiative to enhance the teacher recruitment process in Rajasthan, Education Minister Madan Dilawar has proposed introducing a unified entrance test for government teaching positions. Announcing this at the School Education Family program in Jodhpur, Dilawar, highlighted the necessity of streamlining the recruitment approach to reduce the difficulties faced by prospective teachers. The new policy would eliminate the need for multiple exams across different subjects and grades, replacing them with a single test covering all disciplines and educational levels.

Dilawar addressed the inefficiencies and challenges of the current system, where candidates face numerous exams and an extended period of uncertainty in securing jobs despite holding a B.Ed. Degrees. Motivated by the struggles of young job seekers and their families, he is committed to reforming the recruitment process to provide a more efficient and expedited path to employment in the education sector, minimising the time and effort applicants need to start their teaching careers.

Furthermore, Minister Dilawar advocates for standardising school uniforms across government and private schools in Rajasthan to bridge socio-economic gaps. He stressed the importance of uniformity, explaining that disparities in uniforms can lead to feelings of inferiority among students from less affluent backgrounds, affecting their confidence and ability to progress. The proposal includes standardising all aspects of the uniform—shoes, socks, shirts, and pants—and calls for collaboration from private school leaders to agree on a common uniform that will be implemented throughout the state. These efforts are part of Rajasthan’s aim to establish innovative and inclusive educational policies.

Prof. KK Aggarwal takes charge as President of South Asian University

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Prof. KK Aggarwal

In a recent development, Prof. KK Aggarwal has been appointed as the new President of South Asian University (SAU), for the next five years. With a distinguished background in academia and leadership roles, including serving as Chairman of the National Board of Accreditation and founding Vice Chancellor of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Prof. Aggarwal brings a wealth of experience to his new role.

In a recent interview, Prof. Aggarwal delineated his vision for SAU, emphasising collaborative funding among member nations. India’s contribution will stand at 57%, with other South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries pitching in proportionally. He underscored SAU’s commitment to diversity, aiming for an enrollment comprising 50% Indian students, 40% from SAARC nations, and 10% from beyond SAARC borders.

SAU presently offers post-graduate and doctoral programs across diverse fields, including Economics, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Sociology, International Relations, and Law. Prof. Aggarwal intends to introduce courses of mutual interest to SAARC nations, such as disaster management and artificial intelligence for agriculture, health, and manufacturing.

Addressing concerns regarding visa procedures for international students, Prof. Aggarwal affirmed the university’s dedication to facilitating study visas. He also highlighted generous scholarships available to PhD students, including a monthly stipend of Rs 25,000 alongside tuition and hostel fee waivers.

In terms of infrastructure, SAU plans to erect ten hostels, each capable of accommodating 500 students. Prof. Aggarwal lauded Prime Minister Modi‘s efforts to engage youth in development endeavors, stressing their role in national advancement.

SAU has been actively promoting admissions through press briefings and outreach initiatives across SAARC nations. Prof. Aggarwal credited the university’s allure to its affordable fee structure, outstanding infrastructure, faculty caliber, and diverse course offerings.

Looking ahead, Prof. Aggarwal outlined expansion plans for the university, including the augmentation of facilities and resources. He accentuated the significance of harnessing technology for societal progress and empowering students to emerge as technologically adept professionals.

India’s First AI Training Initiative Launched for 80,000 Teachers in Kerala

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In a pioneering move set to revolutionize education, Kerala is embarking on a groundbreaking journey by offering AI training to around 80,000 secondary school teachers. Spearheaded by the Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE), this unprecedented initiative marks a significant milestone in India’s educational landscape.

Commencing from May 2nd, the three-day training program aims to equip teachers from Classes 8 to 12 with essential AI skills, setting a national precedent for integrating cutting-edge technology into pedagogy. Through hands-on workshops, educators will delve into various facets of AI, ranging from text summarization to image production techniques.

According to an official announcement, they will receive the necessary AI knowledge by August 2024. The AI training focuses on summarization approaches for simplifying complicated texts in PDFs, pictures, and videos, as well as generating succinct summaries that retain critical information and even creating new material with AI technologies.

Teachers would acquire image production techniques for creating and editing subject-specific graphics, transforming them into cartoons or paintings, and incorporating text with the images, KITE said in a statement on Monday. This is followed by Prompt Engineering and Machine Learning, which aid in developing precise prompts required for effective use of AI tools and understanding their programming principles through practical use, according to the statement.

K. Anvar Sadath, Chief Executive Officer of KITE said the program will give opportunities to teachers to identify potential risks associated with AI, while fostering a culture of responsible AI usage. “In the training, teachers would also create their own avatars to understand the concept of deepfakes while gaining insights into privacy concerns and algorithm bias,” he said.

The official provided additional specifics about the anticipated training, stating that each batch will include 25 teachers who will use laptops and cell phones. KITE’s G-Suite accounts for teachers will be utilised to safeguard data privacy when using AI tools, and they will not be required to use their private email addresses or other credentials, he said.

The initiative underscores Kerala’s commitment to leveraging technology for educational advancement, setting a precedent for other states to follow suit. As the training unfolds, it promises to upskill teachers and pave the way for a more dynamic and responsive educational ecosystem in India.

UGC Simplifies Eligibility Criteria for NET and PhD; Students with 4-year bachelor’s degrees can get direct PhD entry

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UGC Chairman Jagadesh Kumar announced significant changes to the eligibility criteria for the National Eligibility Test (NET) and PhD pursuit. Effective immediately, students with four-year undergraduate degrees are now eligible to directly sit for the NET, according to a statement released by the UGC.

This adjustment allows students with four-year undergraduate degrees to pursue a PhD in any subject, regardless of the discipline of their bachelor’s course. Moreover, candidates with an impressive academic record of 75% aggregate marks or equivalent grades can now directly seek admission to PhD programs, expanding opportunities for academic advancement.

“The candidates with four-year undergraduate degrees can now directly pursue PhD and appear for NET. Such candidates are allowed to appear in a subject in which they want to pursue a PhD irrespective of the discipline in which they have obtained the four-year bachelor’s degree,” Kumar told PTI.

Also Read:- UGC considers common counselling for CUET-UG admissions to streamline process

“The candidates having passed a four-year or eight-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75 pc marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed,” the UGC chairman said.

These revisions mark a significant shift in the eligibility requirements for NET and PhD programs, aimed at providing greater opportunities for qualified students and promoting inclusivity within higher education.

AICTE joins hands with Starburst Aerospace to propel Innovation in Aerospace, Space, and Defence Sector

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AICTE joins hands with Starburst Aerospace

In a significant move towards fostering innovation and development in the Aerospace, Space, and Defence (ASD) sector, the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Starburst Aerospace, a renowned catalyst for innovation in the ASD domain.

Recognizing the pivotal role played by the ASD sector in safeguarding a nation’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and economic growth, this collaboration is the right step in the quest for technological advancement and self-reliance, particularly under the AatmNirbharBharat initiative.

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Starburst Aerospace, known globally as an Aerospace and Defence accelerator, boasts a vast network of startups, corporates, investors, and governmental bodies, comprising over 17,000 startups. Through strategic growth and investment consulting services, Starburst facilitates the seamless integration of startups into the ASD ecosystem.

With AICTE institutions nurturing a pool of bright and innovative young minds, this partnership aims to harness their potential to drive research and innovation in the ASD sector. The ultimate goal is to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem that encourages the birth and rapid growth of innovative startups, thereby contributing to the nation’s technological prowess.

Also Read:- AICTE collaborates with C-DAC to introduce Master Training Program in HPC

Key highlights of the collaboration include the creation of an innovative ASD ecosystem, deployment of accelerator programs, facilitation of export promotion, identification of opportunities for corporate collaboration, and exploration of international markets. Additionally, initiatives such as hackathons will be promoted to spur creativity and problem-solving within the sector.

This partnership signifies a concerted effort towards the establishment of an ambitious Indian deep-tech Defence ecosystem, poised to revolutionize the ASD landscape and propel India’s trajectory towards becoming a global leader in aerospace and defense innovation.

Six IITs get new Directors, Manindra Agrawal assigned IIT Kanpur, Amit Patra joins IIT BHU

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Manindra Agrawal

In a significant development, the Ministry of Education has announced the appointment of new directors to six prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) across the nation. The newly appointed directors are set to take charge at IIT-Kanpur, IIT-Dhanbad, IIT-Jodhpur, IIT-Guwahati, IIT-Goa, and IIT-BHU, marking an important transition in the leadership of these prestigious institutions.

Manindra Agrawal, a distinguished professor renowned for his contributions in the field of computer science and engineering, has been appointed as the Director of IIT-Kanpur. Agrawal’s illustrious career spans over two decades at the same institute, where he has earned accolades for his expertise in areas such as algorithms, complexity theory, and cryptography.

Sukumar Mishra, previously serving as a professor at IIT-Delhi’s Department of Electrical Engineering, assumes the role of Director at IIT-Dhanbad. Mishra’s leadership comes with a wealth of experience, having served in various academic capacities, including as the Dean of Research and External Engagement at IIT-Delhi’s Abu Dhabi campus.

Also Read:- IIT Madras launches new joint master’s programme in water security and global change

Avinash Agarwal, a seasoned academician from IIT-Kanpur’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, steps into the role of Director at IIT-Jodhpur, further enriching the institution’s academic legacy.

Dr. Devendra Jalihal, an esteemed professor from IIT-Madras specializing in electrical engineering, takes the helm as Director at IIT-Guwahati, bringing with him a wealth of expertise in signal processing and wireless communication.

Dhirendra S Katti, formerly a professor at IIT-Kanpur’s Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, assumes the directorship at IIT-Goa, poised to steer the institute towards new heights of excellence.

Amit Patra, who previously served as the Deputy Director at IIT Kharagpur, now embarks on a new journey as the Director of IIT-BHU. Patra’s extensive academic background and experience within the IIT system position him well to lead the institution forward.

HP Introduces ‘Innovation & Digital Education Academy’ Program in India

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In collaboration with the Centre for Teacher Accreditation (CENTA) and Verdant & Co, HP has launched the HP Innovation & Digital Education Academy (HP IDEA) in India. This program is designed to equip educators with advanced digital teaching skills, transforming the delivery of lessons and enhancing the educational experience for students in CBSE schools across the nation.

Tailored for the modern digital era, HP IDEA addresses the evolving needs of teachers and students by providing extensive training and resources, enabling educators to thrive in a technology-enhanced teaching environment.

Ipsita Dasgupta, SVP & Managing Director of HP India, expressed enthusiasm about the initiative: “Promoting digital equity is fundamental to HP’s vision for the future. We are excited to introduce HP IDEA in India and anticipate its positive impact on educators and students throughout the country, transforming educational methods and enriching student learning experiences.”

Priyanka Arya, Director and COO of CENTA, commented on the partnership: “CENTA’s extensive network and deep understanding of what teachers need position us ideally to partner with HP IDEA. We are dedicated to offering outstanding professional development for teachers. Backed by HP Inc., HP IDEA represents a significant international endeavour, and we look forward to implementing it in over 20 cities across India.”

Christine Kerlin Nasserghodsi, Managing Partner at Verdant & Co, also noted the transformative nature of the initiative: “Our launch of HP IDEA in India, in partnership with CENTA, marks a crucial step towards enhancing educational methods and increasing access. This initiative not only promotes advanced digital pedagogy but also equips educators with essential skills for 21st-century teaching. Our joint effort will empower teachers and students, ushering in a new era of educational excellence.”

Aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), HP IDEA plans to impact 50 schools in India, benefiting around 5,000 teachers and 50,000 students. The program focuses on providing educators with the most recent tools and best practices in teaching and learning.

Schools participating in HP IDEA can choose between two pathways: the HP IDEA Fellow, a year-long in-depth program for select educators and leaders, and the HP IDEA Associate, which offers specific interventions for all staff members, helping them become HP IDEA Associates through training conducted by HP IDEA Fellows.

As part of HP’s broader commitment to fostering digital equity for 150 million people by 2030, HP IDEA has already seen substantial global success, benefiting over a million students and teachers across 32 cohorts in 23 countries and seven languages. The program incorporates top-tier research and educational frameworks from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Graduate School of Education and the University of Michigan to deliver state-of-the-art educational practices.

Former Unacademy COO Vivek Sinha launches Edtech Startup with $11 million funding

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Vivek Sinha, former Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Unacademy, announced the launch of his new venture, Beyond Odds Technologies. The startup secured a substantial seed investment of $11 million, led by Matrix Partners India and Lightspeed.

This development follows a previous exclusive report by Moneycontrol in December, highlighting anticipated investments from notable figures including Ritesh Agarwal, CEO of Oyo, and Gaurav Munjal, CEO and co-founder of Unacademy. Additional backers include prominent personalities from upGrad, Livspace, Tracxn, CloudNine Hospitals, Softbank, and Steadview Capital.

Beyond Odds Technologies aims to enhance employability through a technology-enabled platform that recruits, trains, certifies, and deploys candidates for various industries such as healthcare, education, construction, and hospitality. The company’s flagship initiative, ‘Emversity,’ is a higher education brand designed to integrate academic degrees with industry-relevant skills and includes unique features like ‘built-in income’ and ‘work abroad integrated’ modules, along with extensive placement assistance.

Vivek Sinha, who also served as a business head at Oyo before his tenure at Unacademy, expressed optimism about addressing the skilled workforce shortages both domestically and globally. “Our platform is dedicated to creating a high-quality supply of skilled manpower from India,” Sinha stated.

The series of departures from Unacademy that preceded Sinha’s new venture included high-level executives, underscoring a period of significant change within the company.

Emversity, Beyond Odds’ education arm, is set to open its first center in Bangalore on April 20, with plans to expand to six more cities this quarter. The startup has partnered with leading healthcare institutions to offer tailored programs that meet industry-specific skill requirements.

Rajat Agarwal, Managing Director at Matrix Partners India, commended Sinha’s efforts: “We extend our best wishes to the Emversity team for their journey ahead, as they play a pivotal role in harnessing India’s demographic dividend to foster the growth of sunrise industries.”

Harsha Kumar, Partner at Lightspeed, highlighted the critical role of Beyond Odds in bridging the talent and skills gap in India’s workforce by promoting vocational, skills-based education in collaboration with public and private entities.

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