Bratya Basu, the minister of education for West Bengal, has referred to ragging in higher education as a “disease” that needs to be eradicated with the help of all relevant parties. Basu, who was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a programme at Scottish Church College here on Saturday, said both senior and junior … Read more
The University Grants Commission (UGC) in a recent notification has addressed the issue regarding the appointment of ombudspersons mandated under UGC (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023. The new notice was issued in continuation of the notification dated 01.06.2024. “Following intimation from the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) regarding the appointment of ombudsperson, the list … Read more
To promote equitable treatment and broaden the gender inclusion of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). In a circular, the University Grants Commission (UGC) asked all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to designate gender champions. The official notification of UGC reads, “In order to promote gender equality, as guaranteed by Article 15 of the Indian Constitution there is … Read more
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has directed al Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) to participate in a webinar on ‘Cyber Hygiene’. The HEIs are asked to participate in an hour live webinar to be conducted by the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (l4C), Ministry of Home Affairs. The event is scheduled to be held on April 3,2024. “As … Read more
The victims of ragging or its witnesses who do not report such incidents shall also be punished suitably, the Gujarat government has said in its resolution to curb the menace of ragging in Higher Educational Institutions. The punishment for ragging shall range from suspension from attending classes and academic privileges to expulsion, as well as … Read more
Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are required by the UGC to disseminate information about the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Sakshya (BS), and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The UGC letter states “As you are aware, the BNS replaces the Indian Penal Code; the BS replaces the Indian Evidence Act; and the BNSS replaces the Code … Read more
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recommended that, in order to maintain financial sustainability, higher education institutions implement varied revenue streams, including as collaborations with the business sector, fundraising campaigns, gifts from alumni, and intellectual property (IP) commercialization. The commission’s guideline for Institutional Development Plans (IDPs) for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) suggests different income generation … Read more
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has created the “Guidelines on basic facilities and amenities for safe, secure environment for Women and Women Cell (for sensitization, policy implementation, monitoring, and grievance redressal) in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs)” in order to provide a safe, secure, and violence-free environment for all students, particularly women students. The guidelines can … Read more
New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged Higher Education Institution (HEIs) to facilitate the implementation of two-credit course on Community Engagement and Social Responsibility effectively. The Commission has urged HEIs to take appropriate action as per the guidelines stated by the UGC in their respective institutions. The Community Engagement and Social Responsibility course … Read more