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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin announces USD 1 million prize for decoding Indus valley script

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Synopsis Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin offers a $1 million prize for deciphering the Indus valley script, emphasizing its Dravidian roots and historical significance. Further, he announced a grant for a research chair and annual awards for scholars to boost the study of Indus culture. Read the full article at:  https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/tamil-nadu-cm-stalin-announces-usd-1-million-prize-for-decoding-indus-valley-script/articleshow/116969619.cms?from=mdr
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UGC Develops A System To Evaluate Institutes Based On NEP 2020

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The progress made by the HEIs in implementing the NEP 2020 will be considered while granting privileges and entitlements. The University Grants Commission (UGC) is planning to develop a system to evaluate higher education institutions (HEIs) based on the implementation of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In some of the UGC regulations, grades/scores obtained in NAAC accreditation are taken as criteria to make HEIs eligible for certain privileges/entitlements. In line with this, the commission has invited suggestions/feedback from the stakeholders/public to draft document which may be submitted through the Google form available at https://forms.gle/xY6avHXGfKXJuwBk8  An official notification by the UGC reads, "It has been decided to develop a system to evaluate HEIs based on the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020. The progress made by the HEIs in implementing the NEP 2020 will be considered while granting privileges and entitlements under various UGC regulati...
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DST along with AICTE announces undergraduate courses for quantum

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The Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) announced a dedicated curriculum at the undergraduate level, to create a thriving quantum-trained ecosystem in India as part of the National Quantum Mission. Professor Ajay K Sood, Principal Scientific Advisor to Govt. of India said that the curriculum will integrate theoretical knowledge with hands-on lab experience, aiming to deepen graduates' understanding of quantum technologies through a minor program in the subject at undergraduate level. Highlighting the progress made in the National Quantum Mission, Prof. Sood emphasised the importance of this initiative to align with the goals of the Mission in order to create a quantum-ready workforce for the country’s technological advancement and global leadership. The National Quantum Mission from the Government of India is a decisive step in accelerating the nation’s research and technology development in this field. ...
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Draft data protection rules include deletion of social media accounts upon death, unless relatives are nominated

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Social media profiles of deceased persons may be deleted after prolonged inactivity under the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025; the parent Act provides users with nomination facility in the event of death This essentially means that social media companies, e-commerce firms, and online gaming companies — the three types of enterprises outlined specifically in the Rules — will have to proactively delete inactive accounts. A key provision of the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 could lead to the disappearance of the social media accounts of the deceased. According to Rule 8(1) of the draft Rules, which have been issued for public comment, “A Data Fiduciary … shall erase such personal data, unless its retention is necessary for compliance with any law … if, for the corresponding time period … the Data Principal neither approaches such Data Fiduciary for the performance of the specified purpose nor exercises her rights in relation to such processing.” This ess...
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AICTE signs MoU with 22 EdTech companies for 40 products under NEAT 4.0

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The AICTE statement said that domain experts evaluated over 300 products to ensure high-quality standards before selecting 40 for onboarding onto the NEAT portal NEW DELHI: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Thursday with 22 EdTech companies to introduce 40 innovative products as part of the fourth phase of the National Educational Alliance for Technology (NEAT). The AICTE statement said that domain experts evaluated over 300 products to ensure high-quality standards before selecting 40 for the NEAT portal (neat.aicte-india.org), which provide top ed-tech solutions and courses to students. AICTE chairman T.G. Sitharam said, “The use of AI tools on the portal enables personalised learning, ensuring better outcomes for students. Moreover, the onboarding process allows evaluations every two to three months, expediting the inclusion of innovative solutions.” The ministry of education introduced NEAT in September 2019 under a ...
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Vaachan Sankalp Maharashtracha

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  As part of the growing  Reading Initiative of Maharashtra ( शासन पवरपत्रक क्र. संकीर्ण -2024/ ई - 905221/समन्वय, दि. 20 दिसेंबर ) , the library of St. Francis Institute of Technology (Engineering College) will be conducting a variety of activities as enlisted below. Maharashtra's reading initiative has worked tirelessly to promote literature, encourage literacy, and nurture a reading culture in schools, colleges, and communities. Whether it’s through libraries, literary festivals, or public readings, the goal is to make books an integral part of daily life, providing people with the tools to engage critically with the world. Quiz: Guess the Book by its Blurp Book Exhibition Group Reading Activity Read Aloud Activity Book Reviews Library Cleaning
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