Current Affairs - Education

The University Grants Commission (UGC) introduced the She Research Network in India (SheRNI) through its Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre. This initiative aims to promote equal representation of women scientists and faculty members, challenging stereotypes and empowering women in the field of science.

The Management Education Center, a collaboration between IIM Mumbai and IIM Sambalpur, was inaugurated by Shri Dharmendra Pradhan at the NALCO Training Institute in Angul, Odisha. This centre aims to enhance logistics and supply chain activities and offers various courses designed in consultation with industries.

The 'Investor Information and Analytics Platform' for startups was introduced by IIT Madras. This platform, inaugurated by Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar and Prof. Thillai Rajan A, serves as a centralized hub providing startups access to investors, government schemes, and essential components of the startup ecosystem.

The Assam Legislative Assembly passed the Assam Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2024, aimed at addressing issues like question paper leaks and unfair means during public examinations for recruitment purposes. The bill introduces strict penalties, including imprisonment and hefty fines, to deter such malpractices.

The inauguration of 211 PM SHRI schools in Chhattisgarh signifies a significant investment in education infrastructure aimed at providing quality education to students across the state. PM SHRI schools are part of the government's efforts to improve educational access and quality, particularly in rural and underserved areas, thereby fostering holistic development and empowering students for a brighter future.