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Devanshi Srivastava
Devanshi is based in Pune and writes about education, student politics, gender and sexuality rights, workers and livelihoods.
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Vishal Pinjani of Kolhapur crowned Mr Gay India, will now compete for World titleSubscriber Only
October 06, 2023 08:06 IST
Pinjani, who runs a community-based organisation called Abhimaan, was inarguably a favourite with his extensive engagement with community-related issues in his hometown and in the state
Fri, Oct 06, 2023
Art education on the back bench for lack of teachers, resources and awarenessSubscriber Only
October 05, 2023 01:06 IST
According to an SCERT official, who is responsible for framing the curriculum, classes 1 and 2 are supposed to have four classes in a week, classes 3, 4 and 5 have three classes a week and classes 6, 7 and 8 have four classes.
Thu, Oct 05, 2023
SPPU’s Dept of Pali to bring out 5-language dictionary of Buddhist termsSubscriber Only
September 30, 2023 02:46 IST
Translation of over 5,000 Buddhist terms across English, Pali, Buddhist Sanskrit, Tibetan and Chinese was undertaken by a small but committed team of four scholars in Pune in 2020.
Sat, Sep 30, 2023
Pune’s Deccan Education Society establishes new universitySubscriber Only
September 27, 2023 21:38 IST
“The grant-in-aid sections of Fergusson College and BMCC will form another cluster university eventually but the non-grant sections of these colleges will become part of this self-financed private university (DESPU),” DESPU Vice Chancellor Prasad Khandekar told The Indian Express.
Wed, Sep 27, 2023
Stakeholders flag concerns over private players’ role in upgrading govt schoolsSubscriber Only
September 27, 2023 01:27 IST
Another major point of contention is the provision for donors to add their name of choice to the name of the school during their tenure.
Thu, Sep 28, 2023
Doors remain shut for transgenders looking for rental houses in PuneSubscriber Only
September 24, 2023 02:34 IST
For the time being Kenedy is living with some friends she made at her workplace who belong to the LGBTIQ+ community.
Sun, Sep 24, 2023
Number of Maharashtra teacher vacancies unclear; registration via Pavitra Portal extended to September 30Subscriber Only
September 22, 2023 12:12 IST
The recruitment process of teachers to Zilla Parishad, Municipal Council, Corporation as well as aided and semi-aided schools in the state began earlier this month with the opening of ‘Pavitra Portal’.
Fri, Sep 22, 2023
Only 4 women among 144 alumni feted with COEP Abhimaan Awards in last 3 decadesSubscriber Only
September 15, 2023 01:47 IST
According to data available on the website of the alumni association of COEP, it was last in 2016, that a woman alumna---Jaya Panvalkar, am engineering student from the 1972 batch-- was recognised by the institute.
Sat, Sep 16, 2023
New India Literacy Programme sets target of educating over 12 lakh illiterate people by 2024Subscriber Only
September 14, 2023 03:54 IST
"Between 2022 and 2024, Maharashtra has set a target of making 12,40,000 people between the ages of 15 and 35 literate," said Mahesh Palkar, director of education who is heading the State Literacy Mission Authority (SMLA).
Thu, Sep 14, 2023
Pune’s Symbiosis dead-set on ‘no phone in class’ ruleSubscriber Only
September 13, 2023 01:15 IST
Notably, only last week, a group of women activists submitted a fact-finding committee report to the Kolhapur District Collector about rising incidents in Maharashtra, wherein students are being exhorted and influenced to target teachers on religious grounds.
Wed, Sep 13, 2023
Scientists highlight need to convert science into technology for society’s benefitSubscriber Only
September 10, 2023 15:25 IST
More than 130 students of classes 6 to 10 from 13 states took part in the 2023 Brillio National STEM Challenge final in Pune Saturday.
Mon, Sep 11, 2023
Three-hour classic play Janata Raja set to dazzle city on Sept 25Subscriber Only
September 09, 2023 04:54 IST
With over 150 professional and amateur actors, which includes children, the play is more of a community activity than a mere performance on stage.
Sat, Sep 09, 2023
Amid early education push, SCERT starts work on course for Anganwadi workersSubscriber Only
September 08, 2023 04:10 IST
“So far, nutrition has been the main focus in Anganwadi centres. This course will focus on how children aged between three and six years should be educated, and what is involved in their care.”
Fri, Sep 08, 2023
List of SC students selected for foreign scholarships expected to be out todaySubscriber Only
September 05, 2023 21:44 IST
Notably, less than a fortnight is left for the classes to begin for many of the selected students.
Tue, Sep 05, 2023
Black armbands, mass casual leave: Teachers call attention to distressSubscriber Only
September 05, 2023 05:25 IST
Teacher shortage, non-academic work burden and minimal pay among issues
Tue, Sep 05, 2023
How an auditorium with roots in philanthropy became hub of intellectual discourse in PuneSubscriber Only
September 02, 2023 11:47 IST
Constructed in 1911-12, the NM Wadia amphitheatre at Fergusson College has been witness to important political and cultural moments in Pune, apart from being the go-to place for student gatherings for over a century now.
Sat, Sep 02, 2023
IISER Pune professor shares insights on Aditya-L1 missionSubscriber Only
September 02, 2023 04:56 IST
Aditya-L1, India’s first space mission to study the Sun, is set to be launched from the Sriharikota launching ranges around noon on Saturday.
Sat, Sep 02, 2023
Host of institutes in Pune open up options for students who wish to migrate to US, EuropeSubscriber Only
August 31, 2023 15:32 IST
Organisations such as Goethe Institut and EducationUSA and independent initiatives like Eklavya Foundation are assisting students with the process of choosing courses, colleges, eligibility examinations and visa requirements.
Fri, Sep 01, 2023
SPPU launches AI and Machine learning postgraduate diplomaSubscriber Only
August 29, 2023 18:00 IST
The advanced curriculum has been jointly designed with the Department of Technology, SPPU keeping in mind the objectives of the NEP2020.
Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Despite strong opposition, SPPU pro-VC Parag Kalkar to staySubscriber Only
August 29, 2023 04:36 IST
Despite intense opposition that followed Kalkar’s appointment on Saturday, from Congress and Sena leaders to teachers associations and the student community, the Vice Chancellor issued a press release on Monday evening, reiterating the decision and offering further explanation.
Tue, Aug 29, 2023
Savitribai Phule Pune University passes resolution to make Marathi mandatory for studentsSubscriber Only
August 28, 2023 19:49 IST
Sandeep Sangale added, "This way Marathi will not be just one subject studied only by a few students in some Arts departments. Marathi is also important for character-building and value-based learning for life. With Marathi as a subject, students will have at least one subject they need not be tensed about."
Wed, Aug 30, 2023
NCF 2023: Pune teachers, parents seek clarity over 2 board exams a year, excess administrative workSubscriber Only
August 27, 2023 15:35 IST
Increased number of mandatory subjects and focus on native languages are other aspects of the National Curriculum Framework 2023 released by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday
Mon, Aug 28, 2023
Literacy programme adds to non-academic work of ZP teachersSubscriber Only
August 26, 2023 01:43 IST
The final straw in this case was the statze education department's directive, asking teachers to partake in a survey for the New India Literacy Programme (NILP) — a centrally sponsored scheme, which aims to educate at least 5 crore illiterate people above the age of 15 from across the country.
Sat, Aug 26, 2023
Ex-lecturer at Cummins College ‘always fascinated by science & Moon’ part of Chandrayaan-3 missionSubscriber Only
August 25, 2023 03:36 IST
“India made history and my only sister, younger to me, was a part of the team that contributed to the Chandrayaan-3 mission. She has fulfilled my father's dream of making India proud. I wish my parents were alive today,” Dr Deshpande told The Indian Express.
Fri, Aug 25, 2023
Pune: 90% seats under RTE filled up in private primary schoolsSubscriber Only
August 23, 2023 03:04 IST
A total of 1,442 seats are still vacant. So far, 14,154 admissions have been confirmed against 15,596 vacancies in Pune, which is the highest among all districts of Maharashtra.
Wed, Aug 23, 2023Journalism of Courage
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