Institute of Actuaries of India to expand overseas

CHENNAI – The Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) is looking to expand to countries that do not have actuarial education system, while working on expanding the application of actuarial skills in non-traditional sectors within India.

“We will expand into other countries in South Asia and Asia Pacific region who do not have actuarial …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Institute of Actuaries of India to expand overseas.

New Zealand to bring new immigration law

HAMILTON – New Zealand will put in place a new law from next month to curb unauthorised entry of foreigners.

According to the new law which comes into effect from Nov 29, education providers enrolling those students who are not entitled to study here would face increased penalties, said Immigration New Zealand.
Education providers that … Read this article on Gaea Times at : New Zealand to bring new immigration law.

Kids, parents give thumbs up to this maths course

NEW DELHI – Arithmetic, abacus, calculations and cheerful kids enjoying every moment of it. This unlikely scene played out in the capital Sunday at the fifth Northern Region Abacus and Mental Arithmetic competition.

Organised by Sociable Intellectual Progressive Academy (SIP), the annual event helps children develop memory, concentration, and arithmetic skills by using internationally proven … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kids, parents give thumbs up to this maths course.

A Briton who spreads knowledge in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – From the plains of Punjab province to the rugged mountains in Waziristan, a former British major has been spreading knowledge for more than 60 years in Pakistan with a missionary zeal.

“What could be nobler than to open up minds and create a world of possibilities?” Major Geoffery Langlands [..] Read the original article: here.

Amritsar students visit Lahore, spread message of peace (Lead, Changing dateline)

LAHORE – Youngsters from India and Pakistan should be given opportunities to regularly interact with each other and display their talents in diverse fields to spread the message of peace.

This was the consensus of a group of students from Indias Millennium School in Amritsar visiting Lahore these days on the invitation of Sanjan … Read more : Amritsar students visit Lahore, spread message of peace (Lead, Changing dateline).

Two lakh register for CAT-2010

LUCKNOW – Over two lakh candidates have registered for the online Common Admission Test (CAT)-2010 starting Wednesday for admissions in 10 Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other business schools, an official said Tuesday.

The responsibility of organising the test is with IIM, Kolkata, and IIM, Lucknow.
“A total of 204,267 candidates have registered for …. Source  : Two lakh register for CAT-2010.

Curtin Singapore offers business courses for Indians

NEW DELHI – Curtin Singapore, a unit of Australia’s Curtin University, has launched three post-graduate business courses for Indian students in Singapore.

The programmes launched here Monday are master of international business, master of finance and graduate certificate in finance.
“Singapore is a very important strategic location in the global markets today and the banking …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Curtin Singapore offers business courses for Indians.

A laddoo king shapes academic careers in Punjab

JALANDHAR – The hands that once shaped laddoos are now shaping the academic careers of thousands of students. The Lovely group, which ruled in Punjab as the undisputed makers of the coveted celebratory sweet for decades, is now making a big name in the education sector.

Spread over a sprawling 600 acre of land 150 …. Read the original article  : A laddoo king shapes academic careers in Punjab.

Guest teachers’ selection under scanner in Haryana

CHANDIGARH – Haryana’s school education department Monday announced that it has started scrutinizing irregularities in guest teacher selections.

An education department spokesman said that cases have come to light in Faridabad district where selections were made without following due procedure and some appointments were made in 2008 when a total ban on appointments was in …. Source article  : Guest teachers’ selection under scanner in Haryana.

Mumbai, Vellore students selected for German honour

MUMBAI – Two Indian engineering students, one from Mumbai and the other from Tamil Nadu’s Vellore, have been selected for the prestigious Bayer Young Environmentalist Envoy (BYEE) honour and will attend an international conference in Germany next month.

The Mumbai student, Vaibhav Tidke, has also been selected for a rare honour of making a project …. Source article  : Mumbai, Vellore students selected for German honour.

CTU On-line Login, For A Virtual University

DENVER, (GaeaTimes.com)- It is not possible for every one to attend the regular and traditional colleges, as many people are restricted by their life style, responsibilities and financial constraints. In order to help those students, with the kind of problems mentioned above, CTU (Colorado Technical University), has introduced its new on-line education, where you just …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : CTU On-line Login, For A Virtual University.

Panjab University mulls ‘Centre for Pakistan Studies’

CHANDIGARH – The Panjab University (PU) here is considering setting up a ‘Centre for Pakistan Studies’ for the systematic study of India’s relations with its neighbour.

PU Vice Chancellor R.C. Sobti said Tuesday that he would look into the proposal and take it up with the university’s syndicate, the executive decision-making body.
“The department of … Read more >>.

India needs more counsellors, say experts

NEW DELHI – With a large number of people suffering from mental diseases, the stigma attached to going for counselling needs to be fought, experts said here on the second day of Indira Gandhi National Open University’s (IGNOU) launch-cum-orientation programme for its Master’s in counselling.

“In this modern day stress, where people are busy and have …. Original article  : India needs more counsellors, say experts.

Volkswagen India signs MoU with Rayat Bahra group

CHANDIGARH – Volkswagen India Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a Punjab-based education group Rayat Bahra, under which the auto firm will impart technical training to engineering students.

Volkswagen has launched its comprehensive manpower development programme called VG-TAP (Volkswagen Group Technical Education Programme) to have a ready pool of professionals. Rayat Bahra is …. Original source  : Volkswagen India signs MoU with Rayat Bahra group.

Former child labourers want education to get priority

NEW DELHI – A group of former child labourers Wednesday sent Diwali greetings to United Progressive Alliance (UPA) chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Leader of Opposition Sushma Swaraj, adding that parliamentarians should take up the issue of education.

They said children like them had their hopes pinned on MPs for effective implementation of the Right to … Original article on : Former child labourers want education to get priority.

A Pakistan school runs in graveyard

ISLAMABAD – Believe it or not, a government primary school in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi city is run at a graveyard. And the school shuts whenever a body is brought for burial.

The school has no toilet and no facility for drinking water, the News International reported Tuesday. So students go to neighbourhood houses if and when … Original source on Gaea Times at : A Pakistan school runs in graveyard.

10,000 kids keep guard against littering in Himalayas

SHIMLA – They may be young, but don’t get caught littering in front of them. Over 10,000 schoolchildren are virtually on the prowl in the hills of Himachal Pradesh, ready to teach a lesson or two on non-biodegradable waste.

These children, designated as “eco-monitors”, keep an eye on areas around their school to catch people …. Original source  : 10,000 kids keep guard against littering in Himalayas.

IIT-Kanpur, IIM-Kozhikode tie up with Yale

NEW DELHI – In a step towards enhancing educational links with the US, the Indian Institute of Management-Kozhikode and the Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur are tying up with the Yale University for collaboration in higher education.

The three institutes signed a memorandum of understanding Thursday for cooperation in higher education through research, a …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : IIT-Kanpur, IIM-Kozhikode tie up with Yale.

Chinese scientist to get D.Litt from Jadavpur University

KOLKATA – Chinese scientist Lu Yongxiang would be given a honorary D. Litt by Jadavpur University here in recognition of his contribution to the fields of science and engineering, an official said.

“The award will be presented to Lu at the convocation Dec 24,” Jadavpur University pro-vice chancellor Siddhartha Dutta told IANS.
Lu, president of … Read more >>>.

Need to deregulate education: Sam Pitroda

NEW DELHI – National Knowledge Commission chairman Sam Pitroda Thursday stressed the need to deregulate education, calling it the need of the hour.

We don’t need central or state control on universities and colleges. Today the challenge is to deregulate education, Pitroda said, addressing a conclave organised by the Indian Institute of Technology alumni …. Source article  : Need to deregulate education: Sam Pitroda.

IGNOU launches course for central government staff

NEW DELHI – A new course for government employees in the country was launched Thursday by the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and the training division of department of personnel and training (DoPT), an official said.

The new programme is called ‘Distance and E-Learning Programme for Government Employees’ (DELPGE) for which a Memorandum of … Original source on Gaea Times at : IGNOU launches course for central government staff.

Rahul Gandhi meets Sibal over student union elections

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Saturday said the issue of student elections not being held in three Uttar Pradesh universities would be forwarded to the authorities concerned after Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi met him over the matter.

Gandhi was accompanied by students from the Benaras Hindu University, Allahabad University and …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Rahul Gandhi meets Sibal over student union elections.

Chinese college students unaware about safe sex

BEIJING – College students in China are not aware about safe sex and over 40 percent of them say they learnt about sex by looking at porn websites or movies.

A study conducted by the Guangdong provincial population and family planning commission and Guangdong provincial sexology association in October spoke to 1,000 students at 10 … Original source on Gaea Times at : Chinese college students unaware about safe sex.

Rahul Gandhi meets Sibal over student polls

NEW DELHI – Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi Saturday met Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal at his residence here to discuss the issue of student elections not being held in three central universities of Uttar Pradesh for many years.

Gandhi was accompanied by students from the Benaras Hindu University, Allahabad University and Aligarh Muslim … Read more : Rahul Gandhi meets Sibal over student polls.

Delhi University gets new Vice Chancellor

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University Friday got its 20th Vice Chancellor in Dinesh Singh, who is currently the institute’s Pro-Vice Chancellor.

Singh took over as head of the country’s premier university from Deepak Pental, at a time when the university is witnessing prolonged agitation by teachers over the semester system.
Pental’s term ended … Original source on Gaea Times at : Delhi University gets new Vice Chancellor.

Delhi varsity teachers to call off strike, assure court

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University Teachers Association (DUTA) Friday informed the Delhi High Court that it will withdraw its strike against implementation of the semester system.

Counsel appearing for the DUTA V.K. Rao assured a division bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra and Justice Manmohan that the strike will be withdrawn. Counsel told … Original article on : Delhi varsity teachers to call off strike, assure court.

Why opposed to common entrance test: Supreme Court to health ministry

NEW DELHI – Asking the union health ministry why it was opposed to the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) plan to hold a common entrance test for engineering, medical and dental courses in the country, the Supreme Court Friday directed it to put its objections in writing.

The apex court bench of Justice R.V. …. Original article  : Why opposed to common entrance test: Supreme Court to health ministry.

Disabled examinees in Delhi to get extra time

NEW DELHI – The disabled students in Delhi will be given extra time during exams, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) said Friday.

The State Council of Education, Research and Training (SCERT), Delhi, will now allow 20 minutes of extra time per hour of examination to disabled examinees taking assistance of a writer, the NHRC … Read more : Disabled examinees in Delhi to get extra time.

President inaugurates PanIIT 2010 conclave

NEW DELHI – President Pratibha Devisingh Patil Friday inaugurated the PanIIT 2010 conclave, with alumni from all the Indian Institutes of Technology converging for a three-day networking and brainstorming session.

PanIIT is an umbrella organization covering alumni of all Indian Institutes of Technology. Over the years, these conferences have become one of the leading technology …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : President inaugurates PanIIT 2010 conclave.

Police should join IGNOU: Kiran Walia

NEW DELHI – Police personnel should join the Indira Gandhi National Open University’s (IGNOU) masters programme in counselling and family therapy and become more “empathetic”, Delhi Health Minister Kiran Walia said here Friday.

“The family as a counselling unit used to be effective but now that great system has eroded. Hence, there is a greater …. Read the original article  : Police should join IGNOU: Kiran Walia.

‘English Devi’ set to find more devotees in India

Lakhimpur-KHERI – An eager bunch of devotees await ‘English Devi’ in many towns and hamlets of India — or so it seems from the requests pouring in at the doors of those behind a unique temple being set up in a village here to popularise English.

“We have received requests from our sister organisations in …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘English Devi’ set to find more devotees in India.

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade targets Middle East

NEW DELHI – The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), established by the commerce ministry, is set to foray into the Middle East next year with a one-year post- graduate diploma course in international business, Director K.T. Chacko has said.

“Initially we will have classrooms in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Muscat. Subsequently we also … Read more : Indian Institute of Foreign Trade targets Middle East.

Australia taking steps to check attacks on Indians: PM

ON BOARD AIR INDIA ONE – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday said he has been assured by Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard that corrective steps were being taken in the backdrop of attacks on Indian students there.

During their meeting held on the sidelines of the India-ASEAN Summit in Hanoi, Gillard expressed the general revulsion …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

IGNOU to host pan commonwealth forum on open learning

NEW DELHI – The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has been chosen to host the sixth Pan Commonwealth Forum on Open Learning (PCF6), an official said Saturday.

Scheduled to be held in Kerala Nov 24-28, the theme of PCF6 is ‘Access and Success in Learning: Global Development Perspectives’.
“The biennial forum will, … Original article on : IGNOU to host pan commonwealth forum on open learning.