Current Affairs - Education

Sachidananda Mohanty has been appointed as a Member of the University Grants Commission (UGC) for a three-year term by the Ministry of Higher Education, Government of India. He brings extensive experience in education and culture, having served as a professor, Vice-Chancellor, and recipient of various national and international awards.

Nepal is collaborating with India in a joint initiative to advance Sanskrit research and education. This partnership aims to strengthen cultural ties and preserve the rich heritage shared between the two countries.

The Gujarat government launched "Shiksha Reform" as an online learning platform in collaboration with Microsoft and a Finnish university, aimed at delivering high-quality courses to students with unlimited access.

Parul University achieved the prestigious NAAC A++ accreditation, highlighting its exceptional performance across various domains and recognition as one of the top universities globally. This accreditation reflects the institution's commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.

The Tamil Nadu government has signed an MoU with the Ministry of Education to implement the PM SHRI Schools scheme, aimed at improving the quality of education in the state. This partnership aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 and has a budget of Rs 27,360 crore from 2022-23 to 2026-27.