Pharmacy Council Blacklists Pharmacists for Fake Profiles on DIGI-PHARMed Portal
The Pharmacy Council has taken strict action against registered pharmacists found to have created fake or misleading profiles on the DIGI-PHARMed Portal. Following an analysis of profile data, the Council discovered several discrepancies, leading to the blacklisting of numerous individuals. This circular was issued December 27, 2024.
Smart Cities Mission Boosts Education and Safety in Indian Cities
Teachers report increased comfort using smart classrooms, which in turn, has positively impacted student learning experiences and attendance across select Smart Cities. Women in Chennai, Nagpur, and Tumakuru report feeling safer in public spaces due to the implementation of robust safety measures, including smart lighting and panic buttons.
Deadline Extended for PG Courses Applications (2025-2026)
Medical colleges across India have been granted a final extension to submit applications for starting new postgraduate medical courses or increasing existing program capacity for the 2025-2026 academic year. This decision comes after a series of deadline extensions and an intervention by the Karnataka High Court. This public notice was issued on December 24, 2024.
Ministry of Education Issued Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Rules, 2024
The Ministry of Education has issued Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (Amendment) Rules, 2024
Delhi Revenue Department Mandates Aadhaar for Minority Student Schemes
Revenue Department, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, has issued a new notification regarding the use of Aadhaar for availing benefits under three key state-funded schemes for minority students
NATS Notification: Approved Job Roles for Apprenticeship Assessment and Creditisation
(NATS) issued an important notification regarding the Approved Job Roles for Assessment and Creditisation of Apprentices under the NATS program
NMC Sets 2 PM Deadline for Fee Payments on Closing Dates to Avoid Gateway Overloads
The NMC has observed a recurring problem of payment gateway overloads due to a high volume of transactions on application closing dates. To address this issue and ensure smooth processing, the NMC has implemented the policy that on closing dates, fee payments will only be accepted until 2:00 PM (14:00 hrs).
NMC Launches Its Twitter Handle @NMC_BHARAT
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially launched its Twitter account, offering medical colleges, institutes, and the medical fraternity a new channel for accessing official information. This notice was issued on December 16, 2024 and published on December 20, 2024. The NMC’s Twitter handle, @NMC_BHARAT, will function alongside the existing NMC website as a platform to share circulars, notices, and other relevant updates.
Approval Process For Pharmacy Institutions’ Academic Session 2025-26 Applications
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced the opening of its portal for pharmacy institutions seeking approval for the academic session 2025-26. From December 18, 2024, to January 15, 2025, existing institutions can apply for continuation of approval, introduction of new courses, raising admissions, or availing specific services through the PCI portal.
NEET UG 2025 Syllabus Released
The finalized syllabus for NEET UG 2025 covers detailed topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, serving as the primary guide for aspiring medical students preparing for the academic session 2025-26. Stakeholders, including educational institutions and candidates, have been urged to refer to the updated syllabus to align study materials and preparation strategies.
