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The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is set to begin applying for the ICSI CS December 2024 Examination on August 26, 2024. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official ICSI websites at icsi.edu and smash.icsi.edu.
A significant controversy has emerged following the exclusion of a prominent scientist from the prestigious Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar Award. The scientist, known for his critical stance on the BJP government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other policies, was notably absent from this year’s list of awardees.
The NIIT Foundation's NReach program has empowered over 93,000 individuals during the financial year 2023-24. This program, focused on enhancing employability and income-earning potential, has made significant strides in uplifting marginalised youth and adults by providing essential training in information technology, banking, and various vocational skills.
The Delhi High Court has mandated transformative changes to ensure equal educational opportunities for students from economically weaker sections (EWS) and disadvantaged groups (DG) in private schools. The court's directive underscores that educational inequalities are unacceptable and affirms that every student deserves equal treatment and respect.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan unveiled an e-magazine titled "Sapno Ki Udaan" on National Space Day to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. The e-magazine is designed to ignite interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among students while celebrating India's remarkable achievements in space exploration.
The Supreme Court has affirmed the right of associate professors at Tripura University to seek regularisation of their services in lien vacancies, marking a significant victory for the academic community. The ruling came after the university challenged a High Court directive that mandated the regularisation of the professors' services.
The West Bengal Medical Council has taken decisive action by cancelling the registration of Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, in response to widespread allegations of bribery, favouritism, and gross mismanagement during his tenure.