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IITs agree to a compromise, but retain hold on test

New Delhi: Ending the impasse over the entrance to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT), the IIT Council on Wednesday struck a compromise with the human resource ministry and agreed on a common test, but in two stages, with the final one under their control. The council also decided that only the top 20 percent scorers of any school board will be eligible to appear in the entrance examinations. "We have taken a unanimous decision to follow the formula suggested in Saturday's meeting. IITs will get control of the 'advanced' test," said M. Anandakrishnan, chairman of the board of governors, IIT-Kanpur. Under the pattern adopted Wednesday, two exams - the "main" and "advanced" - will be held. The IIT and All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE) will be combined, as Sibal had advocated, with the "main" exam being the erstwhile AIEEE, while the "advanced" will be the equivalent of the IIT-JEE (joint ent

Tripura to have IIIT in Bodhjungnagar

Agartala: Tripura will set up an Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) in Bodhjungnagar, one of northeastern region's biggest industrial zones, a state official said on Tuesday. "State-owned ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation), NEEPCO (Northeastern Electric Power Corporation) and six private industrial houses from West Bengal have expressed willingness to be a partner of the Tripura IIIT," said Tripura's Higher Education Department Secretary Kishore Ambuly. He said the state government had identified a piece of land for the proposed institute in Bodhjungnagar, some 25 km from state capital Agartala. Besides Tripura, the union government has given its nod to set up IIITs in Assam and Rajasthan. "The ministry of human resource development has planned to establish 20 IIITs on a not-for-profit public-private partnership (N-PPP) basis," he said. The funding will be borne by the central government 50 percent, state government 35 percent, and indust

Chandigarh colleges start new courses

CHANDIGARH: City's local colleges have been adding new courses this season. With popularity of once defunct course, BBA picking up gradually, city's MCM DAV College for women has started a this course from 2012-2013 current academic session. The college has got approval from Panjab University to start three new courses- M.A. - I (Economics), M.Com - I and BBA - I. The much awaited news has opened another door of opportunities for students, who have been looking for commerce post graduation in colleges, which till few years ago was offered only by Panjab University.

Hostel guide to DU

outstation students seeking admission to Delhi University college hostels are likely to have a difficult time getting a seat this year. Vatsala Shrangi reports The race for a hostel seat to Delhi University colleges has begun alongside the admission process as most colleges have begun the sale of hostel registration forms with the release of the second cut-off list. Outstation students seeking admission to hostels this year have tough competition with limited seats and a large number of students scoring above 90%. Lady Shri Ram (LSR) in South Campus started distributing hostel registration forms from June 29, when the second cut-off list was announced. The college hostel, out of the total 300 seats, has 100 seats on offer for the new first-year students. Admission to the hostel is strictly on the basis of merit, while eight-10 students per course are admitted. "Hostel seats are in demand as there has been a surge in online outstation applications this year. Ove

Popular DU colleges reopen courses; fifth list likely

NEW DELHI: The reopening of admissions in colleges like Shri Ram College of Commerce, Hindu and Miranda House and that, too, in a sought-after course like BA (honours) economics has resulted in a very unusual situation for the fourth list admissions on Friday. 'Popular' colleges are witnessing constant movement of aspirants among them, with a large number of withdrawals after the declaration of the fourth list. While SRCC admitted six students in BA (H) economics on the first day of the fourth cutoff admissions, the real action was at Kirori Mal College that saw as many as 16 withdrawals in economics, which was closed after the second cutoff admissions. But BCom (H) lost the maximum number of aspirants at KMC — 22. There are also withdrawals in Sri Venkateswara, Hindu, Gargi and Miranda House as well. "We are hoping there would be more withdrawals in BCom (H) as we have admitted much beyond our capacity right at the first list itself. For 62 general seats

IIM-Trichy to open Chennai campus

CHENNAI: The Indian Institute of Management-Trichy has announced the setting up of a satellite centre in Ekkattuthangal in Chennai, and launched a three-year postgraduate executive programme aimed at working professionals. The move comes close on the heels of IIM-Kozhikode starting a campus in Kochi, also with working executives in mind. "With most of the industry players in Chennai we had many people, including students, asking us about the possibility of a centre here," IIM-Trichy administration and accounts dean G Sethu told reporters here on Friday. The institute will also use the Chennai centre to offer short-term executive education programmes. Faculty members said they expected the centre to serve as a convenient platform to conduct placement-related activities for its two-year flagship full-time postgraduate programme in Trichy. Professor Suresh Antony said that senior people in industry had also expressed interest in teaching management student

CBSE to discontinue Blue Print

in order to discourage the practice of 'teaching to the test', the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to discontinue the practice of providing Blue Print, Sample Question Papers and Marking Schemes in classes IX and X, with effect from Summative Assessment-II (SA-II) of 2012-13. The Board used to issue Blue Prints, Sample Question Papers and Marking Schemes in all major subjects in classes IX and X to provide a model template to serve as a guide for entailing uniformity in assessment, proper coverage of the curricula and validity (and therefore reliability) of assessment. However, according to the board, a large section of students and examiners punctiliously follow these documents which results in precluding much advocated open ended approach and diversity in expression, style and content. The blue print further micro-categorizes items into difficult, average and easy with specific allotment of marks to each category which again limits t

Mass communication Career

Duration :3 years but can vary, Eligibility: 10+2, some have entrance exam Job Profiles: Journalist in print and electronic media, PR Executive Until the advent of TV, media meant newspapers and magazines, and journalism was a public service calling. With changing mores of economy, media is now diverse in form and ownership. The rise of new media has created a whole range of new possibilities, and profiles such as Disc Jockeys or Radio Jockeys are not so unusual. A degree in mass communication opens up opportunities in Journalism, Public relations and advertising, as a career. But remember a solid command over the language is crucial for success Course overview: You will gain an understanding of all aspects of communication, from print media to television. The hands-on experience that you gain as part of the curriculum will instil professionalism. Internship projects as part of the course are good exposure points as well Job op

Law Career

Duration :3 years but 5 years if you opt for integrated programme, Eligibility: You need to have passed 10+2 level examination recognized by the Bar Council of India. Clearing the law entrance is a must to gain entry in many law institutes, Job Profiles: Lawyer, Rs 8,000/- to Rs 20,000/- per month, Research Assistant, Law Clerk, Junior Advocate You must have good writing skills, clear understanding of laws and the court system. You would require good memorization skills along with clear understanding of applicability of different laws in the courtrooms. Ability to make precise and logical arguments is a must Course overview: You would be studying all kinds of laws that exist in our legal system such as corporate law, company law and the law of torts. While pursuing your course, one option that students can explore is working as legal trainee under judges of the Supreme Court of India. You would gain in depth knowledge about laws and its applicabili

Hospitality Career Scope

Course overview: The programme comprises four main areas; Food production, Food and Beverage Service (F&B), Front office and accommodation management. You will be taught theory, and gain practical experience in each area. In your final year, you will need to specialize in one of them. Front office and F&B are popular options by students Job opportunities: You can find a job in a hotel, restaurant, healthcare, corporate catering, cruise liner or food processing company. Catering services in defence, railways and educational institutions, is also another option. You can also become a food writer, food critic or set up your own business. Working in spas and resorts is another option available to you. As a fresh graduate, you will start by earning Rs 10,000/- to Rs 15,000/- a month. But, as you gain experience in the field, you can expect a fatter package in two years’ time

Technological Institute of Textile and Sciences Bhiwani B.Tech M.Tech MBA Admissions 2012

The Technological Institute of Textile and Sciences Bhiwani Birla Colony, Bhiwani-127021, Haryana, Tel 01664-242561-64, Fax 01664-243728 Email admission@titsbhiwani.ac.in , Website www.titsbhiwani.ac.in Admission Notice-2012 B.Tech/B.Tech (LEET), M.Tech, MBA Admission-2012 B.Tech: Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, Textile Technology, Textile Chemistry, Fashion and Apparel Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering B.Tech (LEET) (2nd year) : Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, Textile Technology, Textile Chemistry, Fashion and Apparel Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering M.Tech : Computer Engineering, Textile Technology, Fashion and Apparel Engineering Eligibility : As per admission brochure 2012-13 of HSCS Admission will be made according to the Inter-se-Merit ranking of AIEEE-2012/OLET (LEET)

Santosh University Ghaziabad UG Medical and Dental Admissions Notice 2012

Santosh University Estd u/s 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 No-1, Santosh Nagar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh-201009, Tel 0120-2741141-43, Fax 0120-2741140 No-1, 7th Avenue, Besant Nagar, Chennai-600090, Tel 044-24917646, 24918844, Fax 044-24918622 Admission Notice-2012 Undergraduate Medical/Dental Admissions-2012 Applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission to Medical and Dental Undergraduate Courses for the academic year 2012-13 Eligibility: A pass in the subject of PCB and English individually and must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks taken together in PCB at 10+2 level for General category and for SC/ST/OBC be at 40% and for Ortho Physically Handicapped candidates be at 45% from a recognized board/council Age: Shall complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December, 2012 Selection: Selection will be made purely on merit, based on the marks secured in the entrance test conducted by this university on All India basis A

Mahindra All India Talent Scholarships for Diploma courses in Polytechnics 2012

Mahindra Scholarship for Diploma Courses in Polytechnics-2012 Mahindra All India Talent Scholarships for Diploma Courses in Polytechnics-2012 KC Mahindra Education Trust, Mumbai, invites applications for Mahindra All India Talent Scholarships 2012 Eligibility : Students who have passed Std X or Std XII and have secured admissions in Government or recognised Polytechnics for Diploma courses for 2012 admissions Preference will be given to girl students, children from lower income group families, disabled children and children of armed forces personnel Amount: Scholarships of Rs 10,000/- per year for a maximum period of 3 academic years will be awarded to selected students, to enable them to pursue diploma courses, for which they have secured admissions Application Form: Application form can be obtained from Executive Director, KC Mahindra Education Trust, Cecil Court, 3rd Floor, Near Regal Cinema, Mahakavi Bhushan Marg, Mumbai-400001, along with the ap

Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) Delhi Distance Learning Courses on Tobacco Control Admission 2012

Public Health Foundation of India 2nd Floor, 4/2 Siri Fort Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, New Delhi-110016 Tel 011-46046000, Fax 011-41648513, Email phfi.stc@gmail.com, Website www.ctchp.org Admission Notice-2012 Tobacco Control Course Admission-2012 Distance Learning Courses on Tobacco Control The Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) considers tobacco control research as a priority focus area in Public Health, PHFI has a department dedicated to Health Promotion and Tobacco Control which offers short-term courses on Tobacco Control through distance learning for Health Professionals, legal professionals, administrators, law enforcement officers and journalists and a Post Graduate Diploma in Health Promotion (applied focus on Tobacco Control) (PGD-HPTC) Short Term Courses Duration: 3 months each Course Fee : Rs 7,000/- (for Indian candidates, non-refundable); 400USD (for International candidates, non-refundable) Pos

GLA University Mathura Ph.D Admission Notice 2012

GLA University, Mathura 17km Stone, NH-2, Mathura-Delhi Road, PO Chaumuhan, Mathura-281406, Uttar Pradesh Tel 05662-250900, Email admission@gla.ac.in , Website http://www.gla.ac.in Admission Notice-2012 Ph.D Programme (Full Time/Part Time) Admission-2012 Ph.D: Computer Engineering (04) (Full Time/ Part Time); Electronics and Communication Engineering (01) (Full Time/ Part Time); Mechanical Engineering (01) (Full Time); Pharmacology (01) (Full Time/ Part Time); Applied Physics (02) (Full Time); Applied Chemistry (01) (Full Time) Eligibility: A candidate applying for Ph.D Programme in a particular discipline must possess a Master’s degree in relevant/appropriate discipline/field/subject with first division, where the division is not awarded, the applicant must have obtained a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 6.75 on 10 point scale or 60% in Master’s degree A candidate for Applied Sciences and Humanities & Social Sciences will also