EDUCATION NEWS - Page 98

IIMs accept govt pay structure,says SibalSubscriber Only

October 16, 2009 16:54 IST

Unlike the IITs,the IIMs have accepted the government's salary structure for the faculty,said HRD Minister Kapil Sibal.

IIMs are autonomous; collegium to make all the appointmentsSubscriber Only

October 16, 2009 15:36 IST

Appointment of directors and board members of the IIMs will be done through an independent collegium from now on.

Now,get your Masters in ‘Karuna thought’!Subscriber Only

October 16, 2009 13:22 IST

Madras University has proposed to start new PG courses named after leaders of the state - M Karunanidhi,DMK founder C N Annadurai and late E V R Periyar.

US universities are keen on investing in India: SibalSubscriber Only

October 15, 2009 15:17 IST

Ahead of his visit to the US next week,HRD Minister Kapil Sibal said on Thursday that a number of American institutes are keen on investing in India and that both countries will set up a joint council to take forward bilateral cooperation in education. Sibal held a meeting with visiting US Under Secretary for Political […]

Scotland signs MoU with Indian universitiesSubscriber Only

October 14, 2009 10:19 IST

The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has signed an agreement with 'Universities Scotland',to promote cooperation and partnerships in areas such as student exchanges,joint research and joint degrees.

Stratford University to set up campus in IndiaSubscriber Only

October 14, 2009 09:46 IST

The prestigious Stratford University has entered into a joint venture with India's Modi Group of industries through which it will establish its educational sites and initiatives in that country.

SMS me if you face any problem: Sibal tells VCsSubscriber Only

October 13, 2009 18:10 IST

If you face any problem and need my help,send me an SMS -- this was the message of HRD Minister Kapil Sibal to the vice chancellors.

Psychology of home leads to ragging: KachruSubscriber Only

October 11, 2009 15:30 IST

Rajender Kachru,father of a late ragging victim opines that,psychology of home factor leads to ragging incidents.

In a letter posted on Harvard's website, President Lawrence Bacow said the school's endowment had no direct investments in fossil fuel exploration or development companies as of June and will not make such investments in the future, "given the need to decarbonize the economy." (File)

No Indian varsity among top 100,Harvard retains top positionSubscriber Only

October 8, 2009 15:55 IST

None of the Indian universities figure among the top 100 varsities of the world while America's Harvard University has retained its top position in 2009.

Finance body for low-interest loans for education institutesSubscriber Only

October 8, 2009 15:35 IST

The govt now wants to set up a finance corporation to provide low-interest loans to institutions and philanthropic organisations for expansion of higher education.

UGC Rules amended to enable pvt colleges get grantsSubscriber Only

October 1, 2009 14:29 IST

The govt has amended the 34-year-old University Grants Commission's Rules to enable more private institutes get grants.

Govt for courses in fine arts,music,carpentrySubscriber Only

September 28, 2009 13:50 IST

HRD Minister Kapil Sibal said children and parents should look beyond the traditional courses of humanities,science and commerce to suit the abilities and preference of the students.

Can’t stop student from migrating: HC tells unsafe RLA collegeSubscriber Only

September 24, 2009 18:42 IST

The Delhi High Court has said an educational institution cannot restrain a student from migrating to another college if the student does not find the campus environment safe and secure.

IIT strike: Sibal ready for dialogue but rules out salary hikesSubscriber Only

September 24, 2009 17:40 IST

IIT faculty went on the strike after their charter of demands,including withdrawal of 40 per cent cap on promotion of professors to senior grade,did not elicit response from the HRD Ministry.

In India,Victorian Premier regrets race attack on IndiansSubscriber Only

September 24, 2009 15:11 IST

Victoria's Premier John Brumby,who is on an official visit to India,reassured the public about the safety of Indian students in Australia.

IIT faculty on a day long hunger strikeSubscriber Only

September 24, 2009 12:09 IST

Faculty of the IITs are observing a day long hunger strike to reiterate their disagreement with the HRD ministry's notification on 6th pay commission.

Norway to set up marine engineering institute in India: SibalSubscriber Only

September 23, 2009 17:24 IST

The HRD Minister said Norway would make investments for setting up a marine engineering institute in India.

Govt planning to abolish post of lecturers in IITsSubscriber Only

September 11, 2009 15:45 IST

Faced with stiff opposition from the faculty of IITs,the government is considering doing away with the lecturer posts in the elite institutes.

HRD to bring major bills for reforms in higher educationSubscriber Only

September 10, 2009 15:47 IST

Taking forward the reforms in higher education,HRD Ministry will introduce in Parliament three major bills,including one for setting up an overarching body replacing the existing regulatory authorities.