Prime Minister Modi’s ambitious ‘One Nation, One Subscription’ (ONOS) scheme promises to transform Indian higher education and research by providing seamless access to top-tier international journals and research articles to over 1.8 crore students and researchers nationwide. With a ₹6,000 crore investment, ONOS aims to bridge the urban-rural divide and foster innovation.
Professor Mazhar Asif, a renowned scholar and JNU alumnus, has been appointed as the new vice chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia. Asif’s appointment, announced by the President of India, comes after the previous VC’s tenure ended in November 2023. This appointment marks a significant development for the esteemed university, with Asif bringing extensive experience in education and leadership roles.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced the ‘PhD Excellence Citation’ to recognize and reward outstanding doctoral research in Indian universities. This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy 2020’s focus on fostering innovation and knowledge exploration. The citation will be awarded annually to ten exceptional PhD scholars across various disciplines, with a rigorous two-level selection process.
President Droupadi Murmu, speaking at the Symbiosis International University convocation, stressed the importance of research in education, emphasizing the capability of Indian scholars to address global challenges. She highlighted the government’s initiatives supporting young entrepreneurs and urged graduates to use their knowledge for societal benefit.
Vardhan Group has launched ‘Boost My Child,’ an AI-driven platform that aligns with India’s National Education Policy (NEP) and National Curriculum Framework (NCF). Designed for teachers and parents, the platform caters to children aged 0 to 8 years, offering holistic development through personalized learning, assessments, and parent-child activities.
Ramadas KS, a Dalit scholar at TISS, has been suspended for two years for participating in a protest against the National Education Policy (NEP) in Delhi. Ramadas, who was the category topper in the master’s entrance test, was suspended for violating the institute’s rules against participating in activities unrelated to academics. Ramadas has defended his actions, stating that students have the right to protest and that his suspension is an attempt to set an example and intimidate students.
