Universities

COVID-19 Cases In US Cross 25 Million-Mark: Report

World News | Agence France-Presse | Sunday January 24, 2021

More than 25 million Covid-19 cases have been recorded in the United States since the pandemic began, Johns Hopkins University said Sunday, just days after President Joe Biden's inauguration.

Here's How To Activate Universal Account Number On EPFO Portal

Business | Edited by Nikita Prasad | Sunday January 24, 2021

In order to check the EPF balance, account holders need to activate the UAN first

Here's How To Change Registered Mobile Number In EPF Account

Business | Edited by Nikita Prasad | Sunday January 24, 2021

The UAN or universal account number is a 12-digit number allotted by the EPFO to every employee and is an important part of the employee provident find services

Haryana Colleges, Universities To Become Tobacco-Free: Manohar Lal Khattar

Education | Written By Bhoomika Aggarwal | Sunday January 24, 2021

The Haryana government will be starting a new anti-tobacco drive in colleges and universities from January 26, 2021. Various authorities will be trying to make the students aware about harmful impacts of tobacco and discourage its usage.

CBSE, University Toppers To Watch Republic Day Parade From Prime Minister’s Box

Education | With Inputs From PTI | Sunday January 24, 2021

Republic Day 2021: CBSE 2020 toppers of Classes 10, 12, undergraduate and postgraduate university toppers will be given a chance to witness the 2021 Republic Day parade from Prime Minister’s box.

Hindu College Disburses Rs 13.8 Lakh Pandemic Study Grant To 80 Students

Education | Edited by Aarzoo Snigdha | Saturday January 23, 2021

Hindu Colleges Old Students’ Association (OSA) has been providing financial aid to its students to pay their annual fees. Amid COVID-19, the decision has been taken by the OSA for the students who are facing financial problems.

Multiple Entry, Exit In UG, PG Courses: How It Will Work

Education | Written By Aarzoo Snigdha | Saturday January 23, 2021

Academic Bank of Credits Scheme (ABC) scheme is in line with the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 which allows students to leave or re-join a programme as per their convenience.

National Law University Releases AILET Application Form 2021

Education | Written By Aarzoo Snigdha | Saturday January 23, 2021

National Law University, Delhi, has released the AILET 2021 application form on January 23, 2021, on the official website. The last date to submit the application form is May 20 (11.55 pm). The AILET 2021 exam will be conducted on June 20.

"Why No Netaji Memorial?" Mamata Banerjee Attacks Centre Before PM Visit

India News | Reported by Monideepa Banerjie, Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan | Saturday January 23, 2021

The battle for Bengal, which will be fought in polling booths in a couple of months from now, is today being fought by the Trinamool and BJP in Kolkata over the legacy of iconic freedom fighter Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose

A Look Inside World's Biggest Vaccine Factory, Serum Institute Of India

India News | Agence France-Presse | Saturday January 23, 2021

The tiny clinking vials supervised by silent PPE-wearing technicians belie the excitement inside the world's largest vaccine manufacturer, the Serum Institute of India, a major player in the fight against coronavirus.

Schools To Reopen For Classes 9-12 From February In Jammu Division’s Summer Zone

Education | Reported by PTI | Saturday January 23, 2021

Schools in the summer zone of the Jammu region will reopen for Classes 10 to 12 from February 1, over 10 months after remaining shut due to the coronavirus pandemic, officials said on Friday.

Mumbai University PhD Entrance Exam On February 28

Education | Written By Aarzoo Snigdha | Friday January 22, 2021

The University of Mumbai has extended the deadline for submission of applications for PhD and MPhil entrance examinations. Online applications for PhD and MPhil entrance exams can now be submitted till January 28, 2021.

UGC Releases Draft Regulations On Academic Bank Of Credit That Eases Students' Mobility

Education | Written By Aarzoo Snigdha | Friday January 22, 2021

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released draft regulations on Academic Bank Of Credit (ABC) that eases students' movement across the system.

No Time to Die Release Date Delayed to October 8, Leads to a Cascade of Changes

Akhil Arora | Friday January 22, 2021

No Time to Die release date delayed from April 2 to October 8. Sony’s Cinderella is now set for July 16, Uncharted jumps to February 11, 2022, and Ghostbusters: Afterlife for November 11. Tom Hanks’ Bios delayed to August 13, Last Night in Soho now set for October 22, and Bob Odenkirk’s Nobody goes to April 2.

'Atmanirbhar Bharat' Spirit Pervades Everyday Life From Cricket Field To COVID Fight: Prime Minister

Education | Reported by Press Trust of India | Friday January 22, 2021

Atmanirbhar Bharat is not only about technological advancement and progress. It has become part of everyday life of the nation," PM Modi said, addressing the 18th convocation of Tezpur University digitally from New Delhi.