UoGuelph will begin offering master's degrees in business leadership and cybersecurity.

In the fall of 2025, the University of Guelph will launch a brand-new Master of Cybersecurity Leadership and Cyberpreneurship program. The program, which is jointly offered by the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics and the School of Computer Science, will educate students for careers as researchers, policymakers, managers, and thought leaders in cybersecurity. To make the curriculum accessible to working professionals, it will include remote learning and experiential learning possibilities. According to Dr. Sean Lyons, associate dean (research and graduate studies) at the UoGuelph Lang School of Business, "leaders who can think critically, innovate strategically, and inspire others are needed in the future of cybersecurity." "Our graduates will work for companies and start new businesses that will influence the industry's future."The new Master of Cybersecurity Leadership and Cyberpreneurship (MCLC) program at the University of Guelph is set to debut in the autumn of 2025 with the goal of producing the next generation of cybersecurity business leaders and chief information security officers in order to combat the growth in cybercrime.  

Lehigh University examines the application procedure after an Indian student falsified their marksheets for admission, saying, "We were devastated."

Aryan Anand, 19, boasted on Reddit in February of this year about using forged documents, such as his father's death certificate, to obtain a full scholarship at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sabrina Jedlicka, the varsity's deputy provost for graduate education, discussed the controversy's effects in an exclusive interview with The Indian Express.Lehigh University in the US has started reviewing documents submitted by other international students on campus and is looking into third-party verification of academic transcripts for undergraduate admissions after being rocked by a recent controversy involving one of its Indian students who fabricated his Board marksheets for admission and then boasted about it on Reddit, a senior official told The Indian Express. Aryan Anand, 19, applied for a full scholarship at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, by submitting falsified documents, such as financial accounts, academic credentials, and a phony death certificate for his father.On February 23, Anand revealed the intricate scam in an anonymous Reddit post. A 19-year-old Faridabad BTech student, another Redditor, found and pieced it together.On April 30, Anand, a student of computer science, was taken into custody and accused of forgery, tampering with data, theft by deceit, and theft of services. On August 15 of this year, he entered a guilty plea in Northampton County and was sent to India. Lehigh University is one of the top 50 national universities in America, per the US News and World Report rankings.  

Despite reports of turmoil at the Patna test center, the chairman of the BPSC refutes claims that the CCE 70th preliminary paper was leaked.

BPSC CCE 70th paper leak controversy: The BPSC Chairman stated that CCTV footage from the center will be examined, and anyone who attempted to cause trouble will face harsh criminal penalties.Parmar Ravi Manubhai, the chairman of the BPSC, denied claims on Friday that several candidates leaked papers during the 70th Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE), 2024 preliminary exams at Patna's Bapu Pariksha Bhavan. "The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam has not been compromised. Around 12:30 pm, we got reports of some students making a scene during the exam, but that was after everyone had sat down and had cut off all communication with the outside world, Manubhai told IndianExpress.com. While the invigilators were handing the question papers, several antisocial individuals dressed as students began stealing them and yelling that the question paper had already gone viral online. Unless they wanted to cause a commotion, students who have been in the exam room for the last fifteen to twenty minutes would not be aware that the question paper has gone viral.Following this, they hurried out of the test room with the question paper envelope and tossed it across the border to distribute to a few individuals who were waiting outside the center. They created a commotion and made photocopies of the question papers at 1:10 pm since they were unable to upload them to the internet from within the center due to powerful jammers and a lack of phones. We have CCTV footage from the center that will be examined, and anyone who have attempted to cause issues for any of the candidates will face harsh criminal penalties," the chairman continued.  

NLSIU opens doors to the liberal arts 36 years after it transformed the way law is taught.

The five-year BA.LLB program, which was introduced by the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru thirty-six years ago, revolutionized legal education in India. However, the institution is presently expanding its academic portfolio with non-legal programs after launching a three-year BA (Hons) degree in 2025.Although the goal of these activities is to make NLSIU a multidisciplinary university, some have questioned whether the school is going too far and deviating from its original goal of being a leading legal college. Since its founding in 1988, the NLSIU has embraced the five-year integrated BA.LLB program, which was developed by N R Madhava Menon, who is regarded as the nation's founder of contemporary legal education. Other law schools throughout India have been inspired by the program's multidisciplinary approach, which blends law with the humanities and social sciences.However, as part of its expansion goals, NLSIU is currently attempting to reposition itself as a multidisciplinary institution in light of the changing higher education market and growing competition from private universities. at actuality, the Karnataka government has consented to lease NLSIU an extra seven acres of land on the Bangalore University campus at Jnanabharati for a duration of thirty years at a rate of Rs 50,000 per acre year. At the moment, NLSIU operates on a 23-acre facility within the BU campus.All first-year students in the BA and BA LLB programs will be offered a common core set of foundational courses as part of the NLS BA program. Students will also have the opportunity to choose between majoring in history, sociology and anthropology, politics, and economics, learn a few Indian languages, and take practice courses in subjects like artificial intelligence and machine learning, filmmaking, business consulting, user experience research, digital journalism, creative writing, entrepreneurship, policy advocacy, and analysis.  

According to the UGC chief, CUET UG and PG will change in 2025 and have new standards soon.

According to UGC Chairman Jagadesh Kumar, the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), which is used to admit students to undergraduate and graduate programs, would change in a number of ways this year.The examination procedure must be regularly improved in order to give students taking CUET a better, more effective, and more comfortable atmosphere, according to input from previous years. According to Kumar, the UGC has established an expert group to examine CUET UG and CUET PG conduct in 2025.In addition, Kumar posted a video on the microblogging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, stating that he spoke with students from different degree programs who passed the CUET UG 2024 for two hours on the morning of December 9 to talk about possible modifications to the exam format. He continued, "It was a pleasure to hear their perspectives and feedback."Additionally, he disclosed that an expert group had been established by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to examine the behavior of CUET UG and PG. The test's format, number of papers, duration, alignment with the curriculum, and operational logistics are only a few of the factors that the committee has looked at. In a recent meeting, the panel took these suggestions into consideration," he continued.UGC will shortly produce a draft proposal outlining the updated criteria for administering CUET UG and CUET PG 2025, based on the committee's report and student input. Students, parents, professors, and institutions are all encouraged to provide comments and ideas.    

Universities are urged by China to offer "love education."

In an effort to increase the nation's declining birth rate, China is pushing colleges and universities to offer "love education" that emphasizes positive perspectives on marriage, love, fertility, and family.Following China's second straight year of population drop in 2023, Beijing has been pushing a number of policies aimed at making having children more appealing to young couples.With 1.4 billion people, China has the second-largest population in the world. However, as the population ages rapidly, the government will have to spend more money in the future, which will put strain on the economy. According to the Jiangsu Xinhua media group, which cited China Population News, an official publication, college students will be the main source of childbearing, but they have drastically altered their perspectives on marriage and love."Colleges and universities should assume the responsibility of providing marriage and love education to college students by offering marriage and love education courses," wrote the journal.The actions would contribute to the development of a "healthy and positive marriage and childbearing cultural atmosphere." In order to address China's population loss and promote respect for reproduction and weddings "at the right age," the state council, or cabinet, mobilized local governments in November. However, demographers predicted that the actions would not be well received by young Chinese.  

SRCC Placement The maximum offer is Rs 35 lakh, while the top internship stipend has increased by 67%.

This year, the biggest package offered is Rs 35 lakh annually, the average is Rs 8.63 lakh annually, and the median is Rs 7.15 lakh annually.With more than 500 offers from more than 135 businesses across more than 15 sectors, Delhi University's Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) has concluded its placement season 2023–24. These industries include consulting, finance, startup, tax and advising, FMCG, insurance, and more, according to the college. The number of recruiters increased by 29% this time, according to SRCC.This year, the biggest package offered is Rs 35 lakh annually, the average is Rs 8.63 lakh annually, and the median is Rs 7.15 lakh annually. About Rs 43.42 crore is the overall gross value. The top 10 percentile's average CTC is Rs 19.62 lakh annually, the top 20 percentile's is Rs 17.01 lakh annually, and the top 10 percentile's is Rs 15.06 lakh annually. This time around, the maximum remuneration for internships has increased by 67%, the average stipend has increased by 122%, and the gross value of internships has increased by 99%. The average monthly stipend this year is Rs 40,000, while the highest monthly stipend earned is Rs 3.67 lakh. This year, SRCC extended more than 115 internship opportunities.BCG Bain & Company, McKinsey & Company, Kearney, Bank of America, L.E.K. Nomura, Deutsche Bank, Blackstone, FTI, DBS Bank, Barclays, Accenture, S&P Global, HSBC, D.E. Shaw & Co, ZS, Hindustan Unilever Limited, American Express, Deloitte, Microsoft, KPMG, PwC, EY, Premji Invest, HP, Standard Chartered, Cobblestone Energy, SIG (Susquehanna International Group), Susquehanna, Grant Thornton, Samagra, Trinity Wells, Trinity Wells, Google, Wells Fargo, Capital Mutual Fund, Houlihan Lokey, and Air India were among the principal recruiters.  

Analysis of the CLAT UG, PG 2025 Exam: Students perceive this year's exam to have "decreased in difficulty."

Analysis of the CLAT 2025 Paper: The structure of the paper remains same from CLAT 2024, as each part contains the same amount of questions.Analysis of the CLAT UG, PG 2025 Question Paper: The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2025 was administered by the Consortium of National Law Universities (Consortium of NLUs) on December 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. (2 to 4:40 p.m. for PwD candidates). The test went well at 141 locations in 25 states and 4 Union Territories, according to CNLUs. "With 96.36% of undergraduate applicants and 92.13% of postgraduate applicants taking the test, the exam saw an unprecedented participation rate," the official statement said.As per the detailed analysis shared by students and experts, the level of difficulty for this year’s exam as less than previous years. When compared to CLAT 2024, experts said the paper's structure remained unchanged because there were exactly the same 120 questions in each of the five sections as the previous year. The exam for CLAT 2025 was straightforward to moderate.Contextual questions were included in the English part. A section on "How to Improve Your Life" was included. Most applicants found this section to be a scoring section because the questions were straightforward and didn't involve a lot of interpretation. A solid attempt would be 20–23 questions out of 24 with a score of 20–21.  

Byju's bankruptcy: Riju Raveendran petitions the NCLT to be included in the case

On Monday, Riju Raveendran, the brother of Byju Raveendran, the founder of the insolvent edtech company, and its largest stakeholder, went to the Bengaluru insolvency tribunal to request inclusion in the case. The tribunal, however, voiced concerns over his involvement in the proceedings.Before the tribunal, Riju's attorney begged for permission to defend himself against claims made by Byju's lenders—specifically, Glas Trust, a US-based lender—about where the Rs 158 crore that was first given to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to pay its debts came from.Byju's US-based lenders had resisted the settlement, arguing that the funds utilized to reimburse BCCI were corrupted because they were included in the $533 million that was purportedly "missing." The tribunal, however, stated that determining the source of funds falls under the jurisdiction of the income tax authorities and the Enforcement Directorate. It directed the lenders to file objections to Raveendran’s plea and adjourned the hearing.However, the panel declared that the Enforcement Directorate and the income tax authorities had the authority to ascertain the source of funds. It postponed the hearing and instructed the lenders to oppose to Raveendran's plea.The appeal panel was earlier informed by Riju Raveendran, a board member of the business, that the funds paid to the BCCI were "clean." His attorney had maintained that the $533 million that the lenders said was "missing" did not include the payment to the BCCI. The US lenders and Byju's parent business, Think & Learn, are at odds over the missing funds.  

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Gorakhpanthi, Resolution 1701, and CAFE Energy Efficiency

Why is the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah important for the UPSC exam? How important are subjects like Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Dargah in Ajmer, Pegasus Software, and the Election Commission of India for the preliminary and main exams? Read the Indian Express UPSC Key for November 28, 2024, to find out more.• To what extent do monetary fines serve as a deterrent for automakers who fail to comply? Talk about it in light of current events. • Analyze the effects of strict emission regulations on the business plans of Indian automakers. • Evaluate critically the possible long-term advantages of strong fleet emission regulations for India's public health and air quality. • "The Indian automobile industry faces both opportunities and challenges as a result of stricter emission standards." Examine this claim in light of the most recent fines for failing to comply with fleet emission regulations.  

Women's proportion in business programs in the US has increased by 2%, according to a report.

Globally, the number of applications to graduate business school programs rose by a remarkable 12% between 2023 and 2024.According to a report by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), an association of graduate business schools worldwide, the United States continues to be a top study destination for overseas students who choose to pursue business programs.According to the publication, "Application Trends Survey 2024 – 2024 Business School Applications Skyrocket amidst Economic Uncertainty," women's business applications declined slightly to 42% in 2024 after hovering around 40% for the previous ten years. According to a statement from the report, "55 percent of programs have observed growth in applications from women, a 10-percentage point jump from 2023 and the second-largest share of programs reporting increasing applications from women over the past decade — next only to the pandemic boom in 2020." The report predicted that the majority of MBA programs would see an increase in female applicants, with about two-thirds of full-time MBA programs and 70 percent of flex MBA programs seeing such growth.  

Guidelines for executing ten "bagless days" in Delhi schools are released by the DoE.

The DoE instructed all school heads in a circular to institute ten bagless days for children in grades six through eight.Guidelines for the implementation of ten bagless days at Delhi's public and private schools were released by the Directorate of Education on Tuesday.According to the National Education Policy 2020 suggestion, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) created the rules, which are "aimed at making learning at school an experiential, joyful, and stress-free experience for students," the circular stated."Activities can be carefully selected to make the most use of the resources at the school's disposal. "Bagless days may include bagless activities carried out during the Happiness Curriculum or excursion visits, etc.," it continued.Students may visit historical monuments, cultural landmarks, craft stores, tourist attractions, and many more locations as long as they follow these rules. According to the recommendations, they can interact with artists and craftspeople to increase their knowledge of other ideas and customs and to help them recognize the value of conserving cultural heritage.  

The MS (Research) program in "Healthcare Technology" is launched by IIT Delhi.

The specialized Master of Science (Research) program in "Healthcare Technology" is being introduced by the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT-D). October 25 is the deadline for admissions applications. Interested candidates may apply online at ecampus.iitd.ac.in/PGADM/login, the official website of IIT Delhi.Beginning in January 2025, this curriculum is tailored for medical and allied clinical professionals, combining advanced engineering disciplines with medical principles to promote deep-tech advancements in healthcare. This program's flexibility, which permits medical professionals to maintain their clinical practice while pursuing their studies, is one of its main advantages. This guarantees that professionals may immediately apply what they have learned to clinical work, improving patient care through creative solutions.The program's core subjects and laboratory courses are intended to teach the skills needed by the healthcare industry. It also prepares students to pursue scientific research for further education or in industry and clinical labs. High-value fellowships and compensation that are equivalent to the wages and stipends offered to graduates in medical and related fields in entry-level roles will be provided to students enrolled in this program.  

Results for the June 2024 IGNOU TEE are available at ignou.ac.in.

Results of the IGNOU June TEE 2024: The results of the June 2024 Term End Examinations (TEE) were made public today by the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). On the official IGNOU website, ignou.ac.in, candidates who took the exams for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG) diploma, or certificate programs can view their results.To view or access the scorecards, candidates will need to enter their date of birth and registration number. How to view scorecards for the IGNOU June TEE 2024 results Step 1: Go to ignou.ac.in, IGNOU's official website. Step 2: Select the "Results" tab in the "Student Support" area. Step 3: Select the link labeled "TEE Result." Step Four: Type in your "Enrollment Number" and hit "Submit."Step 5: The screen will show the IGNOU TEE result. Save it to your computer for later use. Information like the candidate's enrollment number, program code and name, course or topic code, subject name, credits, grades, result status, grade points, total marks earned by candidates, maximum marks, and the result date would all be included on the IGNOU TEE June 2024 result card.IGNOU TEE June 2024 UG students must pass all academic-specific courses with a passing percentage of 35%; professional UG courses, such BCA and BLIS, require a passing percentage of 40%.Students must fulfill certain requirements for theory and assignments in order to pass a postgraduate or diploma course. If the theory exam is worth 100 marks, students must receive at least 40 of those marks in order to pass the theory paper, which requires a minimum score of 40%.The June session of the IGNOU TEE 2024 commenced between June 7 and July 15. The test was conducted in two sessions. While the result for majority of subjects was released earlier, IGNOU has now released results for the remaining subjects. If some candidates are unable to find their subjects’ result, they should contact IGNOU to get updates.  

A new PhD fellowship has been announced by IIT Kanpur.

Full-time PhD students presently enrolled at IIT Kanpur who submit their theses within five years of enrolling in the program are now eligible to apply.The Fellowship for Academic and Research Excellence (FARE), a new program to identify and assist excellent PhD candidates who have remarkable academic and research talents, was launched today by the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK). According to the press release, the fellowship seeks to support high-caliber research output while encouraging the prompt completion of PhD studies.Full-time PhD students presently enrolled at IIT Kanpur who submit their theses within five years of enrolling in the program are now eligible to apply.Although the fellowship duration will be modified appropriately, students who turn in their theses within five years and six months are also eligible. At least one research paper directly related to their PhD study that has been approved or published as the first author in a reputable journal or conference proceedings is one of the eligibility requirements. The fellowship is available to students starting in the Y18 batch.In addition to other research-related funding, the fellowship provides financial support for a maximum of 12 months, with a stipend equal to that of post-doctoral fellows at the Institute. Although, as stated in the announcement, cooperation with other faculty members will be permitted throughout the fellowship period, the mentor will still be the existing thesis supervisor.  

Japan, Germany, and Ireland will become top study abroad destinations as Canada, the UK, and Australia tighten their visa regulations.

These new travel destinations offer a variety of educational choices, easy immigration procedures, and appealing post-study employment opportunities. As a result, Indian students have access to more options for global employment.For a number of reasons, prospective students are now expanding their study abroad options, even if the major four nations—Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia—remain the top choices for foreign students, including Indians. Stricter visa requirements have resulted in a discernible drop in Indian students' enrollment in these nations.However, why have these nations restricted overseas students' access to visas? The UK continues to struggle with post-Brexit problems, including as economic difficulties and unfavorable attitudes toward immigrants. One major factor contributing to a potential drop in UK popularity is the rise in tuition fees, which is affected by government financing and institution rules. The country has become less appealing due to stringent visa regulations and rising living expenses.Canada has long been a welcoming country for immigrants. The number of Indian students in Canada increased by 182% between 2016 and 2019, according to data from the NFAP, which analyzes data on international students. However, Indian students now face a challenge as a result of the current strained diplomatic relations. Lack of housing and employment possibilities, as well as growing antipathy toward Indian students, are further factors contributing to the problems. "Canada is experiencing a crisis on nearly all fronts, particularly in the areas of employment and housing. Additionally, animosity toward overseas students is on the rise. As a result, the number of student visas issued this year has drastically decreased, according to Bhargav Modi, EduGo Abroad's commercial director. Other reports have also anticipated a similar drop. Just over 2.31 lakh new study licenses will be issued by the end of 2024, a significant drop from the 4.36 lakh granted in 2023, according to ed-tech startup ApplyBoard.Despite changes in the cost of living and job prospects, the US remains a popular destination for Indian students, with over 2.50 lakh presently enrolled at US universities, according to Manisha Zaveri, joint managing director of Career Mosaic consultancy. This is in contrast to the UK, Australia, and Canada, which are forecasting a decline in the number of Indian students. The IIE Open Door Report states that there were 1,057,188 international students overall in 2022 and 2023, a 12% increase.According to University Living's founder and CEO, Saurabh Arora, the situation is ideal for Indians looking to expand their study abroad options. "New opportunities that may have previously gone unnoticed are presented by emerging study destinations and alternative pathways, which are becoming more accessible," Arora stated.  

Chemical and aerospace engineering programs are the most popular, and CSE is still a top choice for prospective students at IIT Bombay.

According to information provided by the Joint Admission Board (JAB) in the Joint Implementation Committee (JIC) report 2024, Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at IIT Bombay emerged as the most popular department among candidates. The study states that 25,481 applicants were selected for CSE at IIT Bombay, up from 21,893 in 2023.Electrical Engineering (EE) was this year's second most popular branch at IIT Bombay, appearing as a choice in IIT forms around 21,811 times. The field of Mechanical Engineering (ME) showed growth of about 19% (19,469), whereas the field of Electrical Engineering had a gain in popularity of over 15%. Conversely, the five-year Electrical Engineering program had a 25% rise in enrollment, with 13,600 students ranking it as one of their top options.Remarkably, instead of civil engineering, chemical and aerospace engineering appeared as the fourth and fifth most popular selections. In Chemical Engineering, there were 15,430 candidate choices (19% increase) while in Aerospace Engineering, there were 15,174 choices (23% increase).Some of the emerging courses at IIT Bombay are Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, Energy Engineering, and Environmental Science and Engineering. These three programs have grown by 23.53, 19.43, and 27.43 percent, respectively. More than 9700 students expressed interest in the field of instrumentation engineering this year.  

Welcome to spring: the best little bulbs to plant for early blooming, from grape hyacinths to crocuses

For early spring beauty, think about planting little bulbs as summer draws to an end. Snowdrops and crocus are two examples of tiny, colorful plants that do well in groups.When the summer garden draws to an end, it's time to consider spring flowers, and planting bulbs now would be the greatest way to get started. We are all familiar with the popular, vibrant, and ever-present signs of spring, tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. However, there is a class of less well-known beauties known as minor bulbs that might not receive as much attention. This is unfortunate since small bulbs can offer the first color bursts just when our souls need them.Undoubtedly, the moniker "minor bulb" comes from its small rather than its significance in the garden. Despite being easy to plant because the majority have a diameter of less than an inch, they have a significant impact. They can be planted in big groups beneath trees and bushes or directly in the lawn, where their foliage typically fades down shortly before mowing season begins. They also have a tendency to "naturalize," or multiply, every year. To kick off the celebration early, you might even interplant little bulbs like tulips and daffodils.The crocus (Crocus spp.), which has flowers in shades of white, cream, purple, lavender, orange, or yellow over 2- to 5-inch-tall stalks and grassy foliage, is arguably the most well-known of the minor bulbs. With only 3-6 inches of height, winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) is another ground-hugger. As you wait for the arrival of spring, its glossy, upward-facing, yellow buttercup blossoms will release a rainbow of color across bare earth or a dormant lawn. It works well in rock gardens as well.