CUET PG 2024: Srinagar and Gurugram will have additional test centers

CUET PG 2024: Two additional test cities have been added by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) in 2024. Srinagar and Gurugram in Haryana are the new test cities."Candidates and other interested parties have requested the addition of additional test cities for their convenience. According to an official NTA statement, "The National Testing Agency (NTA) has decided to add 02 more Cities as Examination Centers for CUET (PG) – 2024."CUET PG 2024: Here's how to adjust after NTA adds two additional exam centers. For CUET PG 2024, NTA is adding two new exam centers: Srinagar and Gurugram. During the adjustment time, candidates can change the exam center city according to their address. The center allocation decision made by NTA is final. CUET PG 2024: Candidates who have already submitted their application forms now have the chance to change their desired examination center city during the allotted correction window, as per an official announcement from the NTA.Two additional test cities, Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir and Gurugram in Haryana, have been strategically added to the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) 2024 by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This action is a reaction to multiple demands for increased accessibility made by stakeholders and candidates. Candidates who have already submitted their registration forms now have the chance to change their desired examination center city within the allotted correction window, as per an official announcement from the NTA. The National Testing Authority (NTA) guarantees applicants that every attempt will be made to assign the test city of their choice; however, the final say-so will be based on the correspondence or permanent address the applicant gave on their application. It should be noted that the NTA has previously lowered the total number of exam city centers for CUET PG 2024 from 337 in 2023 to 300 inside India, including those located outside the nation. This modification aims to maximize the testing procedure while guaranteeing a streamlined and effective application process for applicants. The CUET PG website has undergone modifications in addition to the test center expansion. You may now reach the new official website at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in.  

Sankranti School Holidays in Andhra Pradesh Will Now Take Place on January 19–20, 2024

The state government of Andhra Pradesh announced that kids' Sankranti school breaks in 2024 would be extended by two days. The Sankranti holiday will now be commemorated on January 19 and 20, according to a statement made by the Commissioner of School Education on Wednesday.The date of the schools' reopening is set on January 22, 2024. According to a Times Now report, the Commissioner of School Education issued this directive after taking parents' and teachers' input into account.The Education Department has sent a notification to all District Education Officers in the State, asking them to schedule make-up classes for these two additional days during the upcoming General vacations in the Academic Year 2023–2024, in order to make up for the longer holidays. These guidelines are to be followed by headmasters of all kinds of schools, including assisted, private, public, and ZPP/MPP.Sankranti vacations In the past, Andhra Pradesh schools celebrated Sankranti with a 10-day holiday from January 9 to January 18. From January 12–17, the state of Telangana also had a holiday.Ayodhya's Ram Mandir is scheduled to open on January 22, and there have been suggestions that educational institutions may have an extra day off. However, there hasn't been an official notification about this possible vacation as of yet.The Andhra Pradesh government reportedly sent out a notification on January 17, 2024, announcing that the dates of the Sankranti break will be January 19 and 20, 2024. The Commissioner of School Education has ordered that classes resume on January 22, 2024.The government of Andhra Pradesh has decided to add two extra days to the Sankranti vacation in 2024. The Makar Sankranti holidays have been extended by two days, according to a memo sent by the AP state government authorities on January 17, 2024. The state's schools will therefore reopen on January 22, 2024.In response to requests from parents and educators, the government has decided to extend the AP Sankranti Holidays 2024 for all primary and high schools in the state by an additional two days (January 19 and January 20, 2024), according to the notice, which was made by Suresh Kumar, Commissioner of the School Education Department.Earlier, during the Sankranti holiday, all state schools were closed for ten days. Students were to take a vacation that started on January 9, 2024, and ended on January 18, 2024.AP Sankranti Holidays 2024: Extended Sankranti Break With Compensatory Classes The government of Andhra has issued a letter informing all District Education Officers that compensating classes should be held in lieu of the longer Sankranti vacation. During the forthcoming general vacations in the Academic Session 2023–2024, these classes may be held. According to local reports, all headmasters in the state—private, aided, unaided, ZPP/MPP, and government schools—must get orders from the responsible officials to follow these guidelines.Given the dedication of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, it is also conceivable that state educational institutions will be granted a holiday. However, the government of Andhra Pradesh has not yet made any formal announcements. In the meantime, in honor of Ram Janmbhoomi's "Pran Pratishtha," the governments of Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Goa have announced a public holiday for all government offices and educational institutions in their respective states.  

Results of the Company Secretary Entrance Exam (CSEET) will be released on January 19.

New Delhi: On January 19 at 2:00 PM, the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will release the results of the January 2024 session of the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET). Applicants who took the test can view their results by going to the ICSI's official website.  The candidate's subject-by-subject grade breakdown will be uploaded by the institute to the official website. Result-cum-Marks Statements will not be provided to candidates in hard copy."The results of the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET), which was held on January 6 and 8, 2024, would be declared on Friday, January 19, 2024 at 2pm," stated an official notification from the institute. The results will be posted on the Institute's website, along with a breakdown of each candidate's marks by subject."   "Formal e-Result-cum-Marks Statement of Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test, January, 2024 Session will be uploaded on the website of institute immediately after declaration of result for downloading by candidates for their reference, use and records. No physical copy of Result-cum-Marks Statement shall be issued to the Candidates," the notification added.   The exam is conducted for admission to the Company Secretaries professional course. Candidates who qualify the exam will be eligible to appear for the next level of the Company Secretary (CS) course- CS Executive programme (single module). The last date for registration for the CS course is January 31, 2024. Post a comment In order to qualify the exam, candidates are required to score 50% overall aggregate passing marks. The minimum passing marks should be 40% in  Business Communication,  Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Economic and Business Environment and Current Affairs.

Teaching kids internet habits for a safer online experience

With so many records in his long career, Virat Kohli is about to reach another milestone that will add even more glory to his already outstanding list of achievements. In the event that Kohli scores six runs in Wednesday's third and final Twenty20 match against Afghanistan, he will become the first batter from India to reach 12,000 runs in the T20 format. With 11994 runs in 375 games, Kohli will be the fourth hitter overall to reach the milestone. Overuse of screens can harm a person's physical and mental health. Establish a timetable for using the Internet, and encourage substituting activities such as playing games, reading, or working out. A balanced way of living develops a comprehensive strategy for their total growth. Prioritising online safety Instill in your kids the value of protecting their personal data. Inform them that sensitive information such as their name, phone number, address, and passwords should not be disclosed to outsiders or hackers. Establish a safe online environment and keep an eye on their online activity by utilising parental controls and filters.For kids, the Internet may be a great resource. They can play interactive games, connect with teachers and other students, and conduct research for school reports.However, there are hazards associated with using the internet, such as offensive material, cyberbullying, and predatory websites. Predators may pretend to be youngsters or teenagers trying to find new friends by using social media applications and websites where children communicate. They could urge kids to call them so they can see their phone number on caller ID, or they might poke the child to disclose private information like address and phone number.It is important for parents to monitor what their children see, hear, and share about themselves on the internet, as well as who they encounter. Have a conversation with your children, watch over their actions, and use tools to protect them.Laws pertaining to Internet Safety The Children's internet Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), a federal law, aids in the internet safety of children under the age of thirteen. It is intended to prevent anyone from obtaining a child's personal information without the parent's knowledge and consent.COPPA mandates that before collecting or using a child's personal information, including name, address, phone number, or Social Security number, websites must notify users of their privacy policies and obtain parental approval. Additionally, it is against the law for a website to request more personal information from a minor in order for them to participate in a contest or play a game.Tools for Online Protection With the use of online resources, you may limit your children's exposure to mature content and shield them from cyber predators. Parent-control choices are offered by numerous Internet service providers (ISPs). Software that assists in limiting website access and preventing the transmission of private information online is also available. Online behavior can be tracked and monitored by other programs.Engaging in Children's Online Activities Observing your children's Internet use and teaching them safe and responsible online behavior are more crucial than banning unpleasant content.Basic internet safety tips to impart to your children are as follows: Observe the guidelines established by the Internet service provider and your household. Never exchange or post personal images. Never divulge private information, such your address, phone number, or the name or location of your school. Save your passwords for your screen name only, and only share them with your parents. Never consent to meet up in person with someone you met online without your parents' permission or supervision. Never reply to a text, email, message, or post that seems menacing. Always report any contact or conversation that was frightening or harmful to your parents or another responsible adult.Fundamental rules for parental supervision: Teach your children responsible online conduct by spending time together on the internet. Instead of keeping the computer in each bedroom, keep it in a shared space where you can keep an eye on its usage. Observe how much time is spent on tablets and cellphones. For convenience, bookmark your children's favorite websites. Look for strange account charges on your phone and credit card bills. Find out if your child's school, after-school program, friends' houses, or any other location where kids could use a computer without your supervision offers any kind of internet protection. If your child tells you about an awkward conversation they had online, listen to them carefully.  

Haryana Holiday Schedule for Schools in 2024

Haryana's School Holidays in 2024: The Haryana government has issued the official holiday schedule for 2024. Get the list of holidays that Haryana schools will observe month by month in 2024 by reading this page.Haryana School vacation List 2024: The Haryana government has made available the official vacation schedule for 2024. All public and private schools are bound by this holiday schedule. The complete month-by-month schedule of Haryana schools' holidays for the 2024–2025 academic year is given in this article.Calendar of Haryana School Holidays for 2024–2025 The schedule of Haryana's forthcoming academic year's major events and school holidays is shown below.Day Name and Date of the Holidays Wednesday, January 17, 2024January 26, 2024, is Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Jayanti. Republic Day, Friday, February 14, 2024, Wednesday Basant Panchmi Friday, March 8, 2024 March 25, 2024 is Maha Shivratri. Monday Thursday, April 11, 2024 is Holi. April 17, 2024: Eid-ul-Fitr Wednesday May 10, 2024 is Ram Navami. Friday Akshya Tritiya/Parshuram Jayanti June 17, 2024 Monday Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) 31 July 2024 Wednesday Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day August 15, 2024 Thursday Independence Day August 19, 2024 Monday Raksha Bandhan August 26, 2024 Monday Janmashtami September 23, 2024 Monday Shaheedi Divas / Haryana War Heroes’ Martyrdom Day October 2, 2024 Wednesday Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti October 3, 2024 Thursday Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti October 17, 2024 Thursday Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti/Maharaja Ajmidh Jayanti November.School holidays in Punjab, Haryana, and several districts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have been extended due to the persistent cold wave and heavy fog in the northern areas. The bad weather has also forced the Delhi government to alter the hours of schools.School holidays in Punjab, Haryana, and several districts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have been extended due to the persistent cold wave and heavy fog in the northern areas. The bad weather has also forced the Delhi government to alter the hours of schools. Due to the intense cold that has been hitting the region, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains has decided to extend winter break for students in Nursery through Class 5 until January 21. He made the announcement on X, formerly known as Twitter. The secondary and high school schedules have also been altered by the state. Bains also mentioned that classes 6 through 12 will meet regularly from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.The government of the Chandigarh union territory has also directed all public and private schools to defer the start of physical classes for students in Nursery through Class 8 until January 20. Additionally, the administration noted that students might sign up for the institutions' online courses. Haryana has also chosen to prolong the nursery to class 3 holidays to January 18. The holidays have been extended in the Uttar Pradesh districts of Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Basti, Manipuri, Lucknow, Moradabad, Kanpur, Sambhal, Lakhimpur Kheri, Agra, Rampur, Balarampur, and Bareilly. All schools in Lucknow, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Balrampur, Mainpuri, and Bareilly—from nursery to class eight—will be closed from January 16 to January 16.Kanpur, Sambhal, Firozabad, and Lakhimpur Kheri schools will close on January 17, and Rampur and Moradabad schools will close on January 20. Agra government orders that the nursery for Class 8 pupils remain shuttered until January 20.The Delhi administration has ordered that schools open today. There has been a change in the schedule; classes will now meet from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Schools in various parts of Bihar will reopen tomorrow following their holiday vacation.  

Twinkle Khanna graduates, and Akshay Kumar celebrates his Super Woman wifes academic achievement in London.

Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar are commemorating a major life achievement as Twinkle has graduated with honours from the University of London. The Khiladi Kumar shared the happy news on social media and expressed his appreciation and pride for his wife's commitment to her studies. Akshay shared a sweet photo of Twinkle in her cap and gown and commented, "When you told me you wanted to start school again two years ago, I wasn't sure if you meant it. But I knew I had married a superwoman the day I witnessed you put in so much effort and skillfully balance a full-fledged student life with my family, profession, home, and kids."  "Today on your graduation, I also wish I had studied a bit more to know enough words to tell you how proud you make me, Tina," the actor said, continuing his touching greeting. With all of my affection, congratulations." When you said to me two years ago that you wanted to start school again, I wasn't sure if you meant it. However, I realised I had married a superwoman the day I witnessed you working so hard and juggling a full-fledged student life with your job, home, kids, and me. On this day of your graduation. In addition, I wish I had studied a little longer so I could express to you how happy you make me. Tina, With all of my affection. As Twinkle Khanna receives her master's degree, Akshay Kumar remarks, "I knew I had married a superwoman," in honor of his wife's scholastic achievement. Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar are commemorating a major life achievement as Twinkle has effectively finished her Master's program at the University of London. The Khiladi Kumar shared the happy news on social media and expressed his appreciation and pride for his wife's commitment to her studies. In order to convey his feelings, Akshay shared a touching picture of Twinkle dressed for graduation. He reflected in his mind, remembering when Twinkle had said she wanted to go back to school, and he wondered if she really meant it.Version 1: I knew that I had married an amazing lady that day, when I saw how well you balanced a career, a family, our relationship, and our kids while completing your coursework."As you graduate today, I also wish I had dedicated more time to studying, so that I could adequately express how immensely proud you make me, Tina," the actor continued to convey his genuine thoughts.  

The Next Decade in Indian Technology Begins Now

Even though National Startup Day is only in its second year, there is one obvious hint that the businesses it honors are beginning to recognize its increasing importance. Although there was a lot of enthusiasm for the first National Startup Day in 2022, it became louder the following year, and in 2024 it reached a crescendo.Additionally, press releases requesting "quotes" surrounding National Startup Day are circulating like crazy this time around; it looks like the startup PR machine has found its calling.However, there's also a sense that, at least in our opinion, the 2024 National Startup Day will be a turning point for Indian technology. This is as much an Inc42 day as it is a startup day, having witnessed this journey firsthand since the very beginning, even before Startup India entered the scene, and being at the center of it as a watchdog and voice of support.In 2014, when our course started, the term "startup" was unfamiliar and out of the ordinary. Ten years later, it's difficult to ignore or be unaffected by tech startups. As we commemorate our tenth anniversary this year, we can't help but feel a little serendipitous that our path somewhat parallels that of Indian companies.Ten Years Of Startups Coincidentally, the commencement of Startup India's tenth year coincides with its founding in 2015, which has significantly accelerated the tech and startup environment since then. The young of India's hopes of becoming entrepreneurs were sparked in numerous ways by Startup India.In fact, there aren't many economies that can match India's in terms of sheer size when it comes to laws and regulations designed specifically with entrepreneurs in mind. For instance, although other European nations have attempted to adopt it in the past, no other nation has a high-profile "National Startup Day" with festivities and award shows scheduled like India.In the last ten years, startups have developed to the point where they are now a common topic of conversation at dinner parties in millions of homes and have significantly altered India's social and economic landscape. Examples include the widespread use of UPI applications on street corners and the gig economy that these apps are driving. Furthermore, being identified as a company founder naturally raises expectations of wealth and glamour. Over the past ten years, startups have altered how Indians communicate, obtain services, and make purchases, spurring quicker economic growth and innovation. The Indian workforce's productivity has significantly grown because to the startup ecosystem, said Pai.But only through adversity has this maturity emerged. The last two years have arguably demonstrated to us what the difficult part entails: developing companies in an ethical, sustainable, and value-creating manner, rather than focusing solely on valuation.  

CAP 2024 will be held by IIM Kashipur for shared admission to flagship MBA/PGP programs at ten IIMs.

This year, the Common Admission Process (CAP) is being conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kashipur. Every year in October, the IIMs that participate in CAP release a tentative cut-off for the purpose of shortlisting candidates for Personal Interviews (PI). The final cut-off is determined subsequent to the announcement of the Common Admission Test (CAT) results. This year, following the release of the CAT results, the following cut-offs were chosen in order to shortlist applicants for the CAP 2024 PI process:Only percentile cut-offs will be used to determine the PI shortlist. Candidates who chose the flagship MBA/PGP programs at least one of the IIMs that participate in CAP (IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Jammu, IIM Kashipur, IIM Nagpur, IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, IIM Sambalpur, IIM Sirmaur, IIM Tiruchirappalli, and IIM Udaipur) during the CAT form submission process will be shortlisted.   In the second part of January, the Indian Institute of Technology will begin notifying candidates on the PI shortlist via email. IIM Kashipur has announced that the PI registration portal will open at approximately the same time. To take part in the PI process, each shortlisted candidate must register on the PI registration portal. To participate in the PI process under CAP 2024, you must complete the registration procedure.   The CAP 2024 PI will be administered online this year so that students won't have to travel to remote locations. In order to provide additional assistance to the candidates, they will have the opportunity to revise any errors they may have made in the areas of work experience and educational background on the CAT form. The normalized PI scores will also be displayed to candidates after the merit lists are declared.  

MAH CET LLB registration opens for a 5-year period in 2024; apply by February 18

"MAH CET LLB 5-year 2024: Today marked the beginning of the registration process for the five-year LLB program offered by the State Common Entrance Test Cell Maharashtra. Interested parties may apply for the course at cetcell.mahacet.org, the official website. February 18 is the cutoff date for entrance exam applications. The five-year MAH-LLB exam How to utilize Step 1: Go to cetcell.mahacet.org, the official website.Step 2: From the home page, select the MAH LLB 5 years CET 2023 tab.Step 3: Select the link for registration. While existing candidates must log in to the portal, new candidates must register. Step 4: Fill out the form by entering all relevant information and attach the necessary files. Step 5: Download the payment receipt for your records and pay the necessary amount. The tentative date for the MAH LLB 5 years CET 2023 exam is May 3, 2024. Candidates in the open category, EWS candidates from Maharashtra and beyond, candidates from all over India in all categories, and migrants from Jammu and Kashmir must pay an application fee of Rs 1,000. In the meantime, the three-year LLB program's registration process was also launched by the ET Cell. The MHT CET three-year LLB program's online registration period will end on February 29th, according to the official notification. The five-year program's registration period will open on January 18 and end on March 13.

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Celebrates the 12th failure of Vidhu Vinod Chopra

In a lengthy post on social media, Anurag Kashyap praised Vidhu Vinod Chopra and his most recent film, 12th Fail.Vidhu Vinod Chopra, a fellow filmmaker, has Anurag Kashyap utterly in awe. Kashyap praised Chopra on social media, saying that the movie 12th Fail had mesmerized him. The Kennedy director added that he has optimism for making wonderful movies because of Chopra, who is 71 years old."Probably the best mainstream film I've seen in 2023," he said at the beginning of his post. "At 71 years old, @vidhuvinodchoprafilms has crafted a masterpiece out of a simple story of an adamant man wanting to be more than what life gives him." He goes and gets what he wants, whatever he pleases.12th Fail: The most recent film by Vikrant Massey has been a huge box office success and has garnered positive reviews from reviewers, trade analysts, and even the biggest names in Bollywood. The excitement surrounding 12th Fail is still going strong even after the movie has been out for more than two months. Notable directors like Rohit Shetty and well-known star Ayushmann Khurrana have already bestowed many commendable awards upon the movie. Anurag Kashyap, a Bollywood director, has expressed his appreciation for Vidhu Vinod Chopra's film on social media. Look at the post that's underneath. See Also - 12th Failed: 10 Images of IPS Manoj Kumar Sharma and Shraddha Joshi demonstrate why they are the ideal role models for the Generation Z today.Citing Vidhu's 12th Fail as a ground-breaking accomplishment, Anurag put himself in the company of other filmmakers who might be feeling a little lost. He praised it as the greatest mainstream movie of 2023 and posted the movie's poster along with his commentary on Facebook.The most recent well-known person to commend Vidhu Vinod Chopra for his movie 12th Fail is filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. In a lengthy letter, Anurag recounted meeting Manoj Kumar Sharma, the IPS officer the movie is based on, and expressed his inability to picture his narrative as it is presented in the movie. The movie has actor Vikrant Massey in the prominent role. See also: Rani Mukerji faces backlash for declaring Indian movies to be the best in the world  

Chandigarh schools are closed from January 8 to January 20.

Chandigarh closed its schools: Due to the current weather, the UT Chandigarh Director of School Education has extended winter breaks for classrooms up to the eighth grade. The Indian Metrological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Punjab and portions of Haryana. With safety precautions in place, the Delhi government has declared that all students would resume attending in-person courses.The Director of School Education of Chandigarh has ordered that the winter vacation for courses up to eighth grade be prolonged until January 20. It has been suggested that schools offer these classes online to their students. will instead begin on January 20, 2024."As a result of the current unfavorable weather and to protect kids from the intense cold, there won't be any in-person classes for students up to Class VIII at any government, government-aided, or recognized private schools in UT Chandigarh until January 20, 2024. For these subjects, the schools may set up online courses for their pupils," the official announcement stated. The notification goes on to say, "Until January 20, 2024, all Government, Government-Aided, and Recognized Private Schools of UT Chandigarh shall open for students not earlier than 9:30 AM and close no later than 4:00 PM. This applies to Class IX through XII." When setting the schedule for these sessions, the schools must consider the duration of the cold snap, particularly in the early morning and late evening, as well as the time the students need to spend traveling to and from school.In addition to giving school staff a break, the announcement enables schools to modify staff schedules as necessary.The Indian Metrological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Punjab and portions of Haryana for the next 48 to 72 hours due to the ongoing cold wave in northern India.  

Because of the cold, Uttar Pradesh extends its school breaks.

According to media reports, the winter break for kids in grades up to eight has been extended by an additional two days because of the local weather. The Gautam Buddh Nagar administration had earlier ordered all Noida and Greater Noida schools to announce breaks for pupils in Class 8 through January 14. The directive was given by Rahul Panwar, the District Basic Education Officer, and it applies to all schools that are approved by the state board, CBSE, ICSE, IB, and other organizations. Because of the frigid weather, the Uttar Pradesh administration has decided to prolong the school holidays by a few more days. In some areas, like Agra and Meerut, the school holidays have been prolonged until January 20, while in Gautam Budh Nagar, Ghaziabad, and Lucknow, they have been extended for an additional two days.Due to heavy fog, poor visibility, and a cold wave in the area, all Gautam Budh Nagar schools, from nursery to standard 8, would be closed until January 16, 2024, according to the department of basic education there. According to media sources, the winter break for Noida pupils up to class 8 has been prolonged until January 16 due to the current weather. But as of right now, no announcement has been made by the authorities. Before, all schools in Noida and Greater Noida were told by the Gautam Buddh Nagar administration to declare holidays for pupils up to Class 8 until January 14."In compliance with the instructions given by District Magistrate Maneesh Kumar Verma in view of the dense fog and extreme cold, all the board (CBSE/ICSE IB, UP Board and others) affiliated schools (from Class nursery to 8) running in the district Gautam Buddh Nagar, will observe holiday till January 14," according to the official announcement. For the next five days, North India is expected to see dense to extremely dense fog, according to the IMD's forecast on Friday. Additionally, it had forecasted three days of cold day to extremely severe cold day wave conditions over the plains of Northwest India, followed by a decrease.No school, including double-shift institutions, is allowed to start courses earlier than nine in the morning, per the instruction. Furthermore, until further instructions are given, schools are not allowed to hold classes past 5 p.m. The winter vacation for classrooms up to the eighth grade in Chandigarh has been extended to January 20, 2024. 

DroneAcharya secures tender from Indian Army

In order to provide advanced drone pilot instruction and GIS (geographic information system) training for twenty officers from the Northern Command Pre-Induction instruction School at Bhalra, Jammu and Kashmir, DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations Limited has obtained a Defence Tender worth Rs 11.8 lakh.The importance of drones in defense has grown more apparent in the wake of recent international events, such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. According to a statement, India is actively investing in the development of drone capabilities in recognition of this trend, as seen by the increase in national bids for drone training and procurement.DroneAcharya Wins Indian Army Tender worth INR 11,80,000.00 for Advanced Drone Pilot and GIS Training for Northern Command Officers in Jammu and Kashmir.An important defense contract for INR 11,80,000.00 is secured by DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations Limited to educate 20 officers in GIS and advanced drone piloting at the Northern Command Pre-Induction Training School in Bhalra, Jammu & Kashmir. This significant event highlights how drones are becoming more and more integrated into the Indian Defense System, highlighting the necessity of expert training. Modules including Night Flying, Challenging Maneuvers, Emergency Response, Data Processing, and Image Interpretation are included in the extensive 14-day on-site curriculum. DroneAcharya is the only Private DGCA Certified Drone Pilot Training Organization in India. It has trained more than 200 drone pilots for Defense companies around the country and completed more than 580 trainings on Digital Sky.Twenty officers would receive advanced drone pilot and Geographic Information System (GIS) training at the Northern Command Pre-Induction Training School in Bhalra, Jammu and Kashmir, as per the terms of the contract. This success not only shows how skilled DroneAcharya is, but also how important professional drone training is becoming to the Indian Defense System. The 14-day onsite curriculum offered by DroneAcharya includes a variety of modules covering key aspects of drone operations. The training covers specialized subjects like image interpretation, emergency response, night flying, challenging maneuvers, and data processing. This methodical and comprehensive approach emphasizes both operational and analytical skills to guarantee that the participating officers receivEmergency Response training, which guarantees a prompt and efficient response to unforeseen events, significantly boosts the efficacy of Defense drone operations. Being the only Private Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Certified Drone Pilot Training Organization in India, DroneAcharya is a pioneer in the area. The company's track record of surpassing 580 trainings on Digital Sky and offering over 200 drone pilot trainings for Defense organizations nationwide demonstrates its dedication to excellence and experience in drone training. The winning of this defense contract represents a significant step forward in the integration of drones into the Indian armed forces. Professional training is becoming increasingly important as drone skills become more and more in demand.  

To promote transparency and exchange brand experts, the CCPA guidelines

vignesh Shivan, the spouse of Tamil filmmaker and actress Nayanthara, has released the first review of Merry Christmas, escalating anticipation for the movie.The rules will cover all forms of advertising, regardless of form, format, or medium, and will be applicable to all coaching centers, both physical and online.Thirteen coaching institutes received notices from the body for their deceptive advertisements, and nine of them were penalized.The guidelines, according to Nisha Sampath, founder of Bright Angles Consulting, encourage responsible brand building, which will ultimately help the sector."Coaching institutes hold great power and influence and operate as a parallel economy within the education sector. This industry speaks with parents and students who are lower on the social scale but still want to move up the ladder more and more. Additionally, they are becoming more prevalent in smaller towns. Therefore, it's critical that these new customers are not duped, she continued.However, how will these guidelines benefit both consumers and the education sector? "These guidelines will help reduce the miscommunication of schemes and false claims by defaulters," says Amit Relan, co-founder and CEO of mFilterIt. In order to safeguard their brand integrity and prioritize authenticity, advertisers will need to prioritize transparency and accuracy, which will promote an equitable educational environment.He goes on to say that when advertising their coaching institutes, advertisers should be open and honest about their intentions. The strict guidelines will require coaching centers to verify their claims, reveal student outcomes, and refrain from using misleading practices.As a remedy, Goyal believes that since they bear equal responsibility, advertising agencies ought to conduct due diligence before taking on a client. "There is no place for morally or ethically sound guidelines when everything is business." The industry associations only publicly identify and shame defaulters on their website, which is essentially of no consequence. To shout that the advertisement was deceptive, they had to print and announce it in bold in the newspaper, he added.  

Practical Marks Upload Guidelines Are Released by CBSE for Schools

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued guidelines for schools to upload correct marks for practical examinations on its portal. According to a formal statement from the board, one of the primary duties of schools is to make sure that student results are accurately published on the board's portal. It emphasised that there should be no issues for students later on.CBSE Class 10, 12 practical exams were conducted from January 1 to February 15, 2024.  It has been noted that educational institutions occasionally overlook this duty and commit errors as a result. The board has been reminding schools periodically to take precautions to prevent errors when uploading the marks of practical, project, and internal assessments on the portal," the release said.   "While uploading the marks, the school principal, the internal examiner, and external examiner (as the case may be) shall ensure that correct marks are uploaded, as no correction in the marks will be allowed once they are uploaded. Schools and examiners shall also keep in mind the maximum marks allotted for practical project internal assessment in the subject, as per the guidelines issued by the CBSE," the CBSE stated.

Government Offering Course In High-Performance Computing, Check Details

New Delhi: A Master Training Program in High-Performance Computing (HPC) is being introduced by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). In the current technological landscape, high-performance computing (HPC) has become essential because it helps advance scientific research, solve complicated problems, and spur innovation in a variety of industries. The specialized program aims to produce trainers who can effectively educate and train others in various aspects of High-Performance Computing. Candidates having good knowledge of C programming language and using Linux Operating system are eligible to apply for the programme. These candidates must also be willing participate in conducting Faculty Development Programmes which are scheduled in April 2024 onwards, across the country. The application deadline is January 20, 2024. There will be two weeks of offline training and one week of online training as part of the program. The programme will begin on January 29, 2024. Two weeks of offline training will be conducted either at Pune or at Bengaluru. The C-DAC in Pune will begin from February 5-16, 2024. The C-DAC Bengaluru has been scheduled from February 12-23, 2024. This will include theory and hands-on sessions.    

Verify the JEE Mains Exam Mode and Paper Pattern.

New Delhi: The dates for the JEE Main Session 1 exam are set for January 24–February 1. The exam window for Session 2 is April 1–April 15, 2024.  The exam for Paper 1 will be held for BE/BTech while that for both Paper 2A and Paper 2B will be conducted for BArch and B Planning. JEE Main-2024 Paper 1 will be held for BE/BTech in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only. The subjects for Paper 1 will include Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. The question paper will have Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The questions will be asked for which the answer is a numerical value, with equal weightage to Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.For BArch, the Paper 2A will be administered. The BArch Drawing Test (Part-III) will be administered offline using pen and paper, while the Mathematics (Part-I) and Aptitude (Part-II) tests will only be administered online via "Computer Based Test (CBT)" mode. An A4-sized drawing sheet will be used to attempt the drawing test.    The Mathematics paper for BArch will also have Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and questions for which the answer is a numerical value.

After 14 years of marriage, actor Isha Koppikar and her husband Timmy Narang separate.

"According to an ETimes report, actor Isha Koppikar and her hotelier husband Timmy Narang have split up. The actress, who costarred with Shah Rukh Khan in the film Don, has moved out of her married house with her daughter Rianna, age nine. The report states that the divorce was finalized last month. An insider told ETimes that the couple's compatibility problems, which first surfaced some time ago, were the reason for their breakup. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to keep their marriage intact. Isha and their daughter are now living apart after Isha left the house."" On being contacted, Isha Koppikar told ETimes, ""I have nothing to say. It's too early. I need my privacy. I would appreciate your sensitivity."""