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7th August 2023, New Delhi: Bachpan Play School, India’s leading preschool franchise, is thrilled to celebrate the spirit of friendship on Friendship Day with millions of people around the world. This unique event, which falls on August 6th this year, serves as a reminder to people of the value of unity, compassion, and understanding in fostering a better future for future generations.

Friendship Day has a special place in the heart of Bachpan Play School because it emphasises the importance of instilling values of friendship, empathy, and inclusivity in young minds. The preschool chain is aware of how important early education is in forming the perspectives and personalities of young students. The goal of Bachpan Play School is to cultivate a strong sense of friendship and respect among its students through a creative and nurturing learning environment.

Bachpan Play School’s founder and CEO, Mr. Ajay Gupta, spoke about this noteworthy day. “At Bachpan, we firmly believe that a child’s emotional development is built upon friendship. Our curriculum emphasises character-building qualities like empathy, kindness, and respect for others in addition to academic excellence. Friendship Day gives us a wonderful chance to reaffirm our commitment to raising a generation of kind and caring people.”

Bachpan Play School has planned a number of interesting activities and interactive sessions with the theme of friendship to commemorate this happy occasion. With the young students having fun and creating lasting connections, these activities are meant to promote cooperation, teamwork, and communication skills.

Being a top preschool chain, Bachpan is unwavering in its dedication to developing the potential of the following generation and instilling values that go beyond academics. The goal of the franchise is to foster a society where every child develops a deep sense of respect, empathy, and global citizenship. This is done by nurturing the seeds of friendship in their young students.

Bengaluru, 7th August 2023 – The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is pleased to announce the gracious welcome extended by Mr. Justin Trudeau, the esteemed Prime Minister of Canada, to the distinguished MAHE delegation during their visit to the University of New Brunswick (UNB). The delegation, currently engaged in the esteemed Nursing Preceptorship program at UNB, has been warmly received by the Canadian Prime Minister, marking a significant milestone in global academic collaboration.

The visionary partnership between MAHE and the University of New Brunswick has culminated in the creation of an innovative dual BSc Nursing Degree Program, a joint venture between the esteemed Manipal College of Nursing (MCON) at MAHE, Manipal, and UNB. This pioneering program has received the esteemed endorsement of the Indian Nursing Council, further solidified its credentials and positioned it as a leading global model for educational institutions.

Mr. Trudeau expressed his enthusiasm for the collaborative efforts that address staffing shortages and knowledge gaps, emphasizing the potential benefits this “learn where you live” approach holds for nursing students in both nations. He commended the commitment to high-quality international education and recognized the strength that comes from unity. His words of encouragement and support have deeply motivated the visiting delegation and the teams from both institutions involved in this innovative initiative.

The upcoming Preceptorship Opening Ceremony, scheduled for the 8th of August, will be a momentous occasion commemorating the unwavering dedication of both MAHE and the University of New Brunswick to advancing global education and fostering cross-cultural alliances. Generously supported by the Government of New Brunswick, this ceremony will feature the gracious presence of President Mazerolle, who will extend a warm welcome to the Manipal delegation. As a symbol of unity between the two esteemed institutions, each participating student will receive a lab coat adorned with the distinct logos of Manipal and UNB.

Central to this collaboration is the Preceptorship, a meticulously designed clinical course aimed at empowering senior nursing students. Through immersive collaboration with seasoned healthcare professionals, students will elevate their nursing practice, cultivating a deeper sense of independence and autonomy. This distinctive experience will equip students with the skills to adeptly coordinate and deliver nursing care across a diverse array of healthcare settings. The MAHE delegation is thrilled by the support and recognition received from Mr. Trudeau and the University of New Brunswick. This partnership signifies a significant stride in global academic collaboration, enhancing the future of nursing education and the profession. We eagerly anticipate the flourishing of this program, which will undoubtedly create a profound impact on nursing students in both Canada and India.

Bhopal, India, 5th August 2023: AISECT Group of Universities has taken a significant step towards promoting entrepreneurship and innovation by inaugurating Central India’s First NEP and NSQF Aligned Skills University, known as Scope Global Skills University (SGSU), in Bhopal. With a core focus on enhancing employability and fostering entrepreneurial skills among the youth, SGSU is committed to providing industry-aligned academic programs, enriched with work-integrated learning and incubation support.

SGSU has received accreditation from the esteemed University Grants Commission (UGC) and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs. These programs span various faculties, including Computer Science and Software Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Automotive studies, Computing and Future skills, Animation, Multimedia, Gaming and Visual effects, Information Technology, Management Skills, Tourism and Hospitality, Logistics, Banking, Finance and Commerce, Performing Arts, International Languages, Agriculture, Social Sciences. SGSU has also partnered with International Universities like, German Varsity (Germany), Steinbeis University (Germany), Indo Euro Synchronization, Aivancity University (France) to offer courses in new-age courses on Automation, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, International management, Game design etc.

Explaining the rationale behind SGSU, Dr. Siddharth Chaturvedi, the esteemed Chancellor, emphasized “There is a pressing need for students to understand that traditional learning methods alone are insufficient to thrive in the modern world. To recognise and acknowledge the prevailing gap between the skills possessed by graduates and the skills demanded by employers, SGSU is dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. Additionally, the university houses an incubation centre that empowers students with the necessary guidance and support to kickstart their own businesses. SGSU also focuses to deliver industry-integrated apprenticeship embedded degree programs in emerging sectors of the economy. Even when the limited opportunities available in the industry, SGSU would integrate internships with its programs to offer hands-on learning support to the students. Through training programs, mentoring, and networking opportunities, SGSU empowers students to transform their ideas into successful ventures and become future-ready.”

The sprawling campus of Scope Global Skills University spans over 26 acres and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms, well-equipped labs, resourceful libraries, and excellent sports amenities. The university’s design aims to cultivate creativity, collaboration, and industry connections to equip students with marketable skills and unwavering career support. To know more you may visit Scope Global Skills University at www.sgsuniversity.ac.in

SGSU would also offer a range of job-oriented certificate and diploma programs aimed at working professions looking to upskill themselves. With the help of leading industry partners like Microsoft, Wipro, Infosys, Maruti Suzuki, red Hat, LG etc., SGSU is establishing State-of-the-art centers of excellence to promote real-life exposure for the students.

With an unwavering commitment to providing a world-class education aligned with the dynamic requirements of both industry and society, AISECT Group’s Scope Global Skills University is setting new benchmarks in higher education.

Noida International University- Noida International University is established by U.P. LEGISLATURE ACT NO. 27 OF 2010 and under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. A World Class University sponsored by the Maruti Educational Trust. The lush green campus of 75 acres with its uniquely designed architecture stands out as an infrastructure. The campus is strategically located near the Yamuna Expressway educational hub in Gautam Budh Nagar, Greater Noida. The University through its 12 schools is offering various multi-disciplinary programs in varied streams of Engineering, Management, Law, Medical, and Social Sciences. The students from more than 54 Nations place faith in the educational curriculum of the University. The Petals leading toward a star are an embodiment of the University’s cherished mission to provide education beyond the boundaries and to felicitate the students and faculty to achieve pinnacles of success throughout the world.

NIU also has a 350+ bedded Hospital and a Medical College named Noida International Institute of Medical Sciences (NIIMS). NIIMS is a Centre of Excellence that endeavors to develop a unique pedagogy for medical education. NIIMS’s greater focus lies on the pragmatic approach to learning that lets a student explore the deeper nuances of medical education.

T.E.A.M (Together Everyone Achieves More), a student-led emergency relief NGO known for their enthusiasm and competence, has announced the launch of their initiative, ‘Quench The Trench’, a water percolation project. This new endeavor aims to tackle the longstanding issue of water scarcity in Pabal, a village located in the Shirur Taluka of Pune district (Maharashtra). With its history of drought and persistent water insufficiency, Pabal needs a solution to help improve the current state of scarcity.

Comprising of 11 hard-working and socially-conscious high school students, T.E.A.M exemplifies a commitment to effecting positive societal changes and cultivating compassionate relationships. Formed in 2015, this initiative was started by a group of 6 teenagers who are now enrolled in renowned universities across the world. Their active involvement in a series of initiatives continues to inspire current high-school students, with TEAM growing every year to provide timely and dedicated support in times of need.

In their latest endeavor, T.E.A.M has prioritized the construction of trenches as part of their initiative to provide a consistent water supply to the village of Pabal. Proper measurements of the trench area to be excavated have been taken to start the process of excavation. The labour will work 12-15 hours a day along with 2 Poclain operators and helpers working in shifts to expedite the work

The spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, has shown only too well how quickly infectious agents can move around the world. Although increasing antibiotic resistance and Covid-19 are not directly linked, there is a serious consequence for human health, since many of our last-resort antibiotics are critical to saving patients with secondary infections that can cause death.

This may drive the next major pandemic, as it exemplifies the significant chance that our suite of current antibiotics will fail to combat many new biological infections, including ones that might spread globally.

Tackling antibiotic resistance

Newcastle University’s Professor David Graham, an environmental engineer who has spent almost 20 years studying the environmental transmission of antibiotic resistance around the world, has contributed to new recommendations for tackling the environmental spread of antibiotic resistance, published jointly in 2020 by the World Health Organisation (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), and the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE).

Local “hot spots” of antibiotic resistance are known to exist around the world, particularly in densely populated regions with inconsistent sanitation and poor water quality. The new guidance, which has since been translated into six languages, provides a framework for countries to create their own locally-driven national action plans.

It centers around growing evidence, including research at Newcastle University, which suggests the problem of increasing antibiotic resistance will not be solved by prudent antibiotic use alone and improving environmental quality around the world may be of equal or greater importance.

The research

Commencing with work analysing antibiotic resistance in water samples from the Ganges River near human pilgrimage sites, Professor Graham’s team and colleagues at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, extended their research to a range of other locations and environmental contexts, including solid waste landfills in China, aquaculture facilities in Thailand, soils near the North Pole, and wastewater treatment plants and networks in many countries.

This suite of work showed that not only does environmental resistance exist around the world, but that the main driver is local antibiotic resistance evolution and its spread differs from place to place. It highlighted that antibiotic-resistant genes can move fast between microbes and through many pathways, even to places where antibiotics functionally are not present, such as in polar regions, considered to be the last ‘pristine’ places on earth.

Finding a solution

“The only way we are going to win the fight against antibiotic resistance is to understand and block the environmental and other pathways that lead to spread,” explains Professor Graham. “Our work has shown that although the types and drivers of resistance are diverse and vary by region and country, there are common roots to its spread such as inappropriate antibiotic use in medicine and agriculture, industrial pollution, and inadequate sanitation, resulting in poor water quality.

“There is no such thing as a cookie-cutter solution – each country needs to have its own plan for preventing and addressing the spread of antibiotic resistance that considers that country’s particular situation.

“This means rapidly improving waste management, sanitation, and water quality on local and global scales – especially in emerging and developing countries where the social impacts of resistance are often the greatest – otherwise antibiotic resistance will continue to increase, making the next pandemic even worse.”

Professor Graham’s recent work with the UN Environment Programme, which led to this final 2023 report “Bracing for Superbugs: Strengthening environmental action in the One Health response to antimicrobial resistance”, shows the scale of the global problem. This report, in which Graham was a co-lead author, recommends prevention of antibiotic resistance at its root and increased integrated surveillance across sectors (a One Health approach) as the two critical actions needed to start winning the fight against antibiotic resistance.

This includes using antibiotics more prudently in every context but also encouraging governments and public health, and other authorities to move towards more locally suitable actions, such as local, low-cost, easily deployed, yet high-impact solutions for human waste management.

Central to this is the importance of greater international cooperation to bring about improved water, sanitation and health (WASH) provision as a way to prevent the next global pandemic.

“Once improved sanitation and hygiene exist at global scales, as well as fairer access to clean water, our reliance on antibiotics will decline,” says Professor Graham.

SVKM’s NMIMS Deemed-to-be University is pleased to announce the opening of registrations for admissions for B Tech programs at its Chandigarh campus for students who were unable to appear for NMIMS CET.

NMIMS is known for offering a holistic educational experience that encompasses academic excellence, industry exposure, ample career opportunities, a rich alumni base, a vibrant campus-life experience, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Its commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the university’s faculty members’ research accomplishments and the patents they have been awarded, providing students with valuable insights and cutting-edge knowledge. Through industry collaborations, internships, and guest lectures, NMIMS ensures its students gain practical exposure and develop skills that align with industry requirements. Its strong network of alumni contributes to the diverse career opportunities available to the students. Alongside academics, the campus life experience at NMIMS is enriched by cultural activities, clubs, and societies, fostering personal growth and a sense of community.
The 4-year B Tech program at Chandigarh campus offers specializations inComputer Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science) subjects.

These programs are meticulously designed to provide students with a strong foundation and in-depth knowledge in their chosen field, enabling them to excel in the dynamic and evolving technological landscape.

To apply for admissions, candidates are required to register online. Interested students are encouraged to visit the official NMIMS website for detailed information and application guidelines.

Eligibility criteria for these alternate admissions to B Tech program, a minimum of 45% in PCM/vocational subject or valid SAT/ACT score is required or a candidate passing Diploma Engineering with minimum 45% marks.

Candidates can register at https://apply.nmims.edu/nmims-cet-2023

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SVKM’s NMIMS Deemed-to-be University is renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality education that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career. By opening these admissions for the BTech programs at its Chandigarh campus, the University aims to provide talented students with an opportunity to pursue their academic aspirations.

The Academy School (TAS), Pune, conducted several workshops on how to deal with emotions. They taught students how to address students behavioural issues. The workshops were conducted as part of the TAS Cares Initiative all throughout the month.

In interactive sessions from practising patience, to adrenaline-pumping games that test one’s anger, the school counsellors conducted several activities that touched upon students’ various emotions. Activities included labelling their emotional state, patiently waiting in line for their turn, recognising emotions through pictures, and listening to songs of different emotions among others.

Dr Maithili Tambe, CEO, of TAS, who spearheaded the initiative, said, “The idea is to catch the issues from the roots and try to make them realise there is a change in their behaviour and make them understand what is right and wrong. We would also update the guardians on the same and ask them to increase communication with their child.”

Pooja Pathak, the counsellor at TAS, said, “There was a change in students’ behaviour since offline schools began post Covid-19. They were having issues dealing with their emotions. They were getting restless and impatient quicker than usual. As a result, we decided to conduct activities that bring out their emotions and make them understand and manage them.”

Bangalore, 2nd August 2023 – In a bid to foster camaraderie and encourage students to strive for excellence, Jnana Vijnana Vidyapeetha successfully organized an engaging inter-school competition on Wednesday, 2nd August 2023. Winner of the competition (Shloka Chanting, Dhatri L.S I Prize from from The East West School Bangalore) (Elocution in English Ashwanth A I Prize from Mirambika School for New Age) (Elocution in Kannada Namrata R Shankar I Prize from Acharya Pathasala Public School)

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 20 schools, coming together to showcase their talents in English and Kannada Elocution and the revered Sanskrit Shloka Chanting – “Sharada Bhujangam”. Held in different rooms simultaneously, the competitions brought out the best efforts from each participant, inspiring a spirit of healthy competition and personal growth.

The program was graced by esteemed dignitaries – Trustee Shri Siddarth Goenka, Academic Director Smt. Lakshmi Murthy, and Principal Shri. Ramanath M. – who inaugurated the event and motivated the students to give their all. the honorable presence of Swami Girijatmanandaji from Ramakrishnamutt, Bangalore, as the chief guest.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants, schools, and our esteemed guests for making this inter-school competition a resounding success.

About: Jnana Vijnana Vidhyapeetha – Your safe neighborhood school in Bangalore. Founded in 2000, Jnana VijnanaVidhyapeetha (JVVP) is nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Padmanabhanagar in South Bangalore. The 1.5-acre campus is designed to provide children with an academic setting that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The students take great pride in their school, which is reflected in their desire to learn and succeed. The motivated student body, expert teaching staff, sound philosophy, and state-of-the-art facilities are the reasons why JVVP is a good educational opportunity that parents explore for their children.”

New Delhi,2nd August 2023: Toprankers, India’s distinguished digital learning platform, continues to make headlines with its students’ remarkable achievements. In the recently announced IPMAT Indore 2023 results, several Toprankers students have secured outstanding ranks, including AIR 3, AIR 5, and AIR 7, exhibiting their brilliance and dedication in the competitive exam.

Supergrass by Toprankers prepares students for management and central university examinations. Under its management wing, various comprehensive learning courses are designed to cater to a wide range of top institutes across the country, including the five IIMs and other prominent institutes like NALSAR, NIRMA and TAPMI.

IPMAT Indore (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test) is a preeminent entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Indore. It paves the way for admission into the five-year Integrated Program in Management, a prestigious academic pursuit incorporating intensive management education with undergraduate studies.

”The exceptional results in IPMAT Indore are a reflection of the hard work of our deserving students and highly proficient team. Toprankers has always been a leading force in transforming students’ dreams into reality by empowering them to excel in diverse competitive exams. As we commemorate these achievements, we look forward to inspiring more students to foster a brighter future together,’’ said Mr Gaurav Goel, CEO and Co-Founder of Toprankers.

Among the high-achievers, Pradhuman Agarwal, achieved an exceptional feat by securing AIR 3 in IPMAT, followed by Harshvardhan Nema and Harshdeo Waghmare, who secured AIR 5 each. In addition, Hirday Khandelwal and Eklavya Aggarwal jointly secured AIR 7 in the exam.

Sharing his excitement about the remarkable achievement, Pradhuman Agarwal said, “I am incredibly thankful for the valuable support and guidance from Toprankers during my preparation journey. The platform’s distinctive approach to simplifying complex topics via engaging videos has been instrumental in my understanding and retention of crucial concepts. Moreover, their extensive mock tests, practice sessions, and detailed test explanation sessions substantially aided my success. I will always be grateful for the transformative role Toprankers played in helping me accomplish my goals.’’

Toprankers also witnessed phenomenal results in IPMAT Rohtak, with over 30 students acing the exam from across the country whereas 650+ students achieved 100 percentiles in CUET UG 2023.