Ensuring Student Safety: New Guidelines for Schools in Delhi
In light of recent tragic events in Delhi, including drownings and electrocution incidents involving civil service aspirants, the Directorate of Education (DoE), GNCTD, has issued crucial safety guidelines for all schools.
UGC invites applications from eligible Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) to commence Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes
The Online portal for submitting applications shall remain open from 25th July, 2024 till 31st July, 2024. The HEI is required to submit the application at https://deb.ugc.ac.in/. The duly certified hard copy of the application along with the original affidavit and annexure(s) should reach Deputy Secretary, Distance Education Bureau, UGC, 35, Feroze Shah Road, New Delhi -110001 by 07th August, 2()24.
UGC Directions for Participation in ‘Call for Ideas for LiFE’ Initiative – A Nationwide Campaign Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles
The objective is to generate innovative ideas and technologies that contribute to sustainable and environment-friendly lifestyles. This opportunity provides a platform for young minds to actively participate and contribute to the global LiFE movement in real-time.
Bombay High Court Directs Maharashtra Government To Enforce Compulsory Availability of Medical Facilities in Educational Institutions
The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to issue comprehensive instructions to all educational institutions specifying the necessary medical facilities and procedures to be followed in case of emergencies. The government was also instructed to establish a monitoring mechanism to ensure compliance.
Supreme Court Requests Centre to Examine Appropriateness of a Model Menstrual Leave Policy
The court, while acknowledging the importance of the issue, emphasized that it was a policy matter best addressed by the government and not the judiciary. The Supreme Court has asked the Ministry of Women and Child Development to consult with states and other stakeholders before finalizing the policy.
NMC Warns Against Attendance Fraud in Medical Colleges
The NMC has observed instances where faculty members have been marking attendance using fake fingerprints. The NMC emphasizes that any such practice is viewed as a serious offense. Any violation of this mandate will result in strict action against the concerned medical institution.
Medical Colleges Mandated To Display Faculty Information On Websites
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a directive requiring all medical colleges and institutions to update their faculty details on their respective websites. These details must be uploaded department-wise. The information should include faculty names, recent photographs, qualifications, designations, and registration numbers with the respective State Medical Council.
New Amendments to Assam Elementary Education Rules
The Assam Elementary Education (Provincialisation) (4th Amendment) Rules, 2024, reflect the government’s commitment to strengthening the education sector by making the recruitment process more inclusive and efficient. This move is expected to not only benefit the teachers but also improve the overall quality of education in the state.
Bombay High Court Order Puts Pharmacy College Applications Back on Track
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced it will resume processing applications from certain pharmacy colleges following a Bombay High Court order. In its 409th Executive Committee (EC) meeting held on June 6, 2024, the PCI acknowledged the High Court order.
Draft Pharmacy Regulations To Include Manner of Holding Enquiry, Imposing Penalty and Preferring Appeal
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has released draft regulations for public comment to address false claims of registration by pharmacy practitioners and to provide for the manner of holding enquiry, imposing penalty and preferring appeal. The PCI is inviting comments on the proposed regulations by August 8, 2024.
