Dailyhunt, India’s #1 local language content discovery platform, Josh, India’s fastest growing and most engaged short video appand OneIndia, India’s number one digital vernacular portal are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Police. This momentous partnership is poised toshare the achievements and accomplishments of the Jammu and Kashmir Police with the citizens of the country.

The signing of MoU event featured Shri Dilbag Singh, the Director General of Police for Jammu and Kashmir, as the chief guest. Among the attendees were Shri M.K Sinha, the ADGP Headquarters and Coordinator at PHQ, Shri Ravanan N, the Executive Director of Eterno Infotech Pvt Ltd, Shri Manoj Kumar Pandit, AIG (Communications), and other officers from Police Headquarters.

The two-year collaboration will entail seamless integration of Jammu & Kashmir Police’s content in innovative formats across Dailyhunt, Josh and OneIndia. Users will be able to access video content, web stories, listicles, and photo galleries on Dailyhunt,tailored to resonate with the younger audience. Innovative campaigns and challenges, incorporating app integrations, AR filters, and popular creators will be featured on the Josh platform. OneIndia will publish content in multiple regional languages to ensure maximum impact and reach amongst regional audiences. The collaboration will enable Jammu & Kashmir Police to boost their digital presence through regular communication on these platforms, widening avenues of empowering and informing citizens while also encouraging public interaction.

Ravanan N, Executive Director, Eterno Infotech said,“We are proud to announce the collaboration between Dailyhunt, Josh andOneIndia, and the esteemed Jammu & Kashmir Police, to share theirincredible success stories to boost morale and showcase commendable work in nation-building. Through the seamless integration of information on our platforms, we aim to provide a holistic content experience. This partnership will enable meaningful discussions, diverse engagement, and strengthened community awareness.With innovative campaigns, participation of content creators, and innovative content, we aim to engage, inform, and create awareness within the community.”

Shri. Dilbag Singh, the Director General, Jammu & Kashmir Police said, “We are delighted to announce this strategic partnership, which aims to further strengthen the Jammu & Kashmir Police’s connection with citizens. Utilizing the vast user base of Dailyhunt, OneIndia, and Josh, we plan to reach a wider audience and share our remarkable success stories, with the nation. The Jammu and Kashmir Police stands as a symbol of sacrifice and dedication, and we believe that by sharing our stories with the world, we can boost the morale of our force. We encourage our officers on the front lines to actively contribute to this narrative, ensuring that the courageous efforts are celebrated as they rightly deserve.”

Shri M.K Sinha, the ADGP Headquarters said, “On behalf of the Jammu & Kashmir Police, I am thrilled to be part of this strategic collaboration with Dailyhunt, Josh, and OneIndia. This partnership represents a significant step in our efforts to connect with the citizens of our nation. Through these platforms, we look forward to sharing the inspiring achievements and remarkable work of the Jammu and Kashmir Police. We believe that by reaching a wider audience, we can boost the morale of our dedicated force and celebrate their selfless dedication.”

Shri Manoj Kumar Pandit, AIG (Communications) said, ” This strategic collaboration with Dailyhunt, Josh, and OneIndia is a significant step towards connecting with citizens and sharing remarkable achievements of our police force. Through innovative content and digital platforms, we aim to boost morale and celebrate the dedication of our brave officers on the front lines, creating a stronger bond with the community.”

This partnership is rooted in the vision of empowering citizens by providingthem with seamless access to vital information.

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Through this partnership, Magic Bus India Foundation will train master trainers who will, in turn, train approximately 18,000 teachers across 9000 government schools in the state

In a visionarymove to shape a brighter future for the adolescents of Madhya Pradesh, the State’s Department of TribalAffairs,whichoverseeseducationacross 89 tribal development blocks, has partnered with Magic Bus India Foundation, a leading non-profit organisation in the education and skilling space. Together, they aim to empower a cadre of master trainers and government school teachers, equipping them to deliver Life Skills Education while nurturing the well-rounded development of adolescents across 20 districts and 89 blocks in the state.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of esteemed dignitaries that includedDr. Pallavi Jain Govil, IAS, Principal Secretary, Dept of Tribal Affairs, Govt of Madhya Pradesh,Dr. Satendra Singh, IAS, Additional Commissioner, Dept of Tribal Affairs, Govt of Madhya Pradesh,and Jayant Rastogi, Global CEO,Magic Bus India Foundation.

Magic Bus is poised to provide training to master trainers who will then train18,000 government teachers to impart life skills to around one million adolescents across 9,000 government schoolsthat include – CM Rise Schools, Middle Schools, Special Residential Schools including Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), Kanya Shiksha Parisar (KSP), Model Residential Schools (MRS) Hostels and Ashram, specifically targetingadolescentsfrom grades 6 to 10.

This partnership is set to span four years, with the initial phase encompassing 20 districts and 53 blocks. As it progresses, the programme will cover all schools within the 89 tribal blocks by the second year.This initiative is supported by Echidna Giving.

Remarkably, the Department of Tribal Affairs, Madhya Pradesh, has displayed unwavering dedication to delivering education that emphasises diverse skill sets, encourages learning, and fosters all-around growth in adolescents. This visionary approach is in perfect harmony with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In a state where government-run schools educate a substantial number of young minds, this partnership emerges as a monumental milestone.

Dr. Pallavi Jain Govil, IAS, Principal Secretary, Department of Tribal Affairs, Government of Madhya Pradesh, expressed,”We are committed to translating the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 into tangible action. We firmly believe that arming our adolescents with the right skills is the catalyst for unlocking their boundless potential and shaping a radiant future. Our partnership with Magic Bus India Foundation marks a crucial stride towards equipping our adolescents with life skills and empowering them to become self-reliant.”

Jayant Rastogi, Global CEO, Magic Bus India Foundation, said, “In partnership with the Department of Tribal Affairs, Government of Madhya Pradesh, we are committed to co-creating a contextualised curriculum and building capacities within the system to train teachers to deliver life skills education in line with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 priorities. In a fast-changing world with huge technological developments, adolescents need to think critically, problem-solve, use creativity, adapt to changing situations, collaborate and communicate effectively. This initiative is aimed at equipping adolescents for the 21st century and it is our proud privilege to contribute to the ambitious education goals of the government and the objectives of NEP.”

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The MoU was formally executed by Dr. Sanjay Dubey, Principal of BVRIT, and Sri. Raja Subramaniam, Head & VP of Synopsys India, in the presence of Sri. Narendra Korlepara, Director of Synopsys Hyderabad; Dr. Sankalp Singh, University Program Specialist at Synopsys India; Dr. K Lakshmi Prasad, Director of BVRIT; Dr. Satish Chandra, Director of Industry Relations at SVES; Dr. Sanjeeva Reddy, HOD of ECE; and Mr. U Gnaneshwara Chary, Coordinator for the Centre for VLSI Design.

Dr. Sanjay Dubey, Principal of BVRIT Narsapur, emphasized that the MoU provides an invaluable platform for both students and faculty members to engage with technical experts from Synopsys, fostering a focused ecosystem spanning VLSI, front-end and back-end EDA tools, IP development, and semiconductor technology, all aligned with mutual interests.

Sri. Narendra Korlepara, Director of Synopsys Hyderabad, highlighted BVRIT’s unwavering commitment to incorporating the latest industry and technological trends into their teaching and training methodologies, coupled with substantial investments in college infrastructure. Synopsys is thrilled to extend its partnership with BVRIT, further enhancing the VLSI-related curriculum and collaborating on the training needs of students and faculty.

This strategic partnership between BVRIT Narsapur and Synopsys India Pvt. Ltd. Academic & Research Alliances (SARA) is set to reshape the landscape of electronics education in India. By cultivating a dynamic learning environment and facilitating seamless integration with the industry, both partners are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of electronics innovators and fostering a culture of excellence.

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) is the Silicon to Software partner for innovative companies engaged in the development of electronic products and software applications that are integral to our daily lives. As an S&P 500 company, Synopsys boasts a rich history of global leadership in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP, offering the industry’s most comprehensive array of application security testing tools and services. Whether you are a system-on-chip (SoC) designer shaping cutting-edge semiconductors or a software developer dedicated to producing more secure, high-quality code, Synopsys provides the essential solutions required to bring pioneering products to fruition. For further information, please visit www.synopsys.com.

B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT) was founded in 1997 by the esteemed philanthropist (Late) Padma Bhushan Dr. B.V. Raju under the aegis of Sri Vishnu Educational Society (SVES). BVRIT is an UGC Autonomous Institute and has been accredited by NBA and NAAC with A+ grade. The institution is overseen by a distinguished board of professionals with backgrounds from IITs, engineering and government sectors. BVRIT’s founding purpose is to provide high-quality technical education in an optimal learning environment, fostering comprehensive student development. Under the leadership of Chairman Sri K. V. Vishnu Raju, BVRIT has earned a strong reputation for its exemplary teaching practices, high quality student intake, excellent infrastructure, and unparalleled placement records.

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The MOU signing ceremony, held at NIU, was graced by esteemed representatives from both institutions. Leading the delegation from AIC-BIMTECH was Dr. Harivansh Chaturvedi, Director of BIMTECH, accompanied by Mr. Sanyam Dhingra – Deputy General Manager – Venture Development, AIC-BIMTECH, Mr. Anmol Chaturvedi – Senior Manager – Government Programs, AIC-BIMTECH, and Mr. Manish Singh – Sr. Associate – Operations, AIC-BIMTECH. They were warmly welcomed by Prof. (Dr.) Uma Bhardwaj, Vice Chancellor of Noida International University, Prof. (Dr.) Parsanjeet Kumar, Pro Vice-chancellor of Noida International University, Dr. Mukesh Parashar, Registrar of Noida International University, and other senior functionaries associated with NIU’s Incubation Centre.

The MOU signifies the mutual commitment of both institutions to collaborate in establishing a vibrant and dynamic environment for innovation and entrepreneurship. By leveraging their combined resources, expertise, and networks, NIU and AIC-BIMTECH aim to create a platform that provides cutting-edge facilities, mentorship programs, networking opportunities, and access to funding sources.

Following the signing of the MOU, a comprehensive discussion took place, delving into various aspects of the Atal Incubation Schemes, other government initiatives, and the remarkable success stories and milestones achieved by BIMTECH’s Atal Incubation Centre. The exchange of knowledge and experiences between the two institutions promises to significantly impact the startup ecosystem by nurturing budding entrepreneurs and facilitating their growth.

According to Dr. Devesh Kumar Singh, Chairman of Noida International University, this collaborative initiative between NIU and AIC-BIMTECH reflects the shared vision of fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development in the region. By bringing together the collective strengths that aim to cultivate an ecosystem that empowers startups, stimulates technological advancements, and promotes job creation.

The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks to the Atal Incubation Centre- BIMTECH for their presence and valuable contributions. This partnership sets the stage for a fruitful collaboration, fueling the growth of startups and inspiring the next generation of innovators and changemakers.

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TimesPro and the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) recently signed a memorandum of understanding and will announce several new-age programmes catering to the industry requirements. The one-year Post Graduate Executive Programme in Digital Supply Chain Management will aim to strengthen the learners’ concepts of the supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, inventory management, etc. They will also gain industry skills to design supply chain strategies through data analysis, initiate effective risk management measures, and integrate technology to deploy various functions for interoperability to boost efficiency.

Speaking on the announcement, Arun Kabra, President, Enterprise & Skilling Business and CFO, said, “We are delighted to collaborate with NITIE by launching the new-age Post Graduate Executive Programme in Digital Supply Chain Management that will elevate the skillsets of working professionals with cross-functional competencies. The highly experienced faculty will provide learners with valued insights on strategy, operations, leadership, and technology that will enable them to achieve sustainable growth and be a part of the next-gen specialists in supply chain analytics.”

Dr. Manoj Tiwari, Director, NITIE, said, “Professionals aiming to scale in digital supply chain management will benefit through new-age technological concepts like AI, ML, Analytics, Demand Forecasting, Business Intelligence, etc. Technology is core to our programmes, and we aim to equip our learners with skills to pivot in their careers. NITIE and TimesPro have strategically collaborated to introduce programmes catering to sector-specific requirements and to address the challenges of Industry 4.0.

It will be conducted via TimesPro’s Interactive Learning (IL) platform and delivered through the Direct-to-Device (D2D) mode. The teaching approach will be highly interactive with real-world insights, case studies, assignments, Capstone projects, assessments, and self-learning modules. The programme would include subjects such as Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Optimisation, Project Management, Digital Supply Chain, Financial Analytics for Supply Chain, Global Logistics, Blockchain and IoT, Machine Learning, Demand Forecasting, etc.

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The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Mr. Donnacha McNamara- Vice President International Dean, Business and Humanities (TUS), Mr. Tapan Panda- Pro-Vice-Chancellor (MIT), and Mr. Rahul Karad – Executive President (MIT) at Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Pune and will be in effect for five years.

 Commenting on the primary objective of the MOU, Mr. Donnacha McNamara, Vice President, TUS said, “Intra-institute partnerships are a key element of TUS’s internationalization objectives, this signing with MIT WPU Pune is an exciting launchpad for further collaboration in a variety of arenas including mobility of staff, students and researchers. We look forward to this journey and development with the team at MIT Pune to further enhance and amplify the running objectives for both universities”.

The MoU signed linking both the universities intend to work in coordination on program mapping to explore the transfer of undergraduate students, graduate students, and research scholars. Furthermore, participating in seminars and academic meetings along with research cooperation between the two will be a part of the tie-up. This alliance will help the universities to exchange publications, academic materials, and other information. Also, working towards Joint quality assurance and benchmarking will be taken well into the account.

Further adding to Mr. Donnacha McNamara’s comment, Dr. Ravikumar M. Chitnis, Vice Chancellor, MITWPU said, “It is a great pleasure to have inked the first MoU between MIT World Peace University, India, and the Technological University of Shannon, Ireland. This step resonates with larger endeavors of collaboration for academic as well as co-curricular activities between the partnering universities. It will surely open new avenues in the days to come. With more than 14,000 students spread across six campuses, TUS carries a distinctive identity as the newest and the most unique technological university. Similarly, MIT World Peace University is well reputed as a pioneering university imparting value-based holistic education to its students to bring about life transformation. The coordination between these two unique institutions will certainly prove to be mutually beneficial, not only for the institutions but for the students and faculty as well. We look forward to a great association ahead.” MIT Pune is a leading university in India, offering courses in Engineering, Management, Governance, Law, Economics, Liberal Arts, Science, and Journalism.

 Adding to his comment Mr. Barry O’ Driscoll, Regional Manager – India & South Asia, Education in Ireland said, “The signing of this MOU symbolizes a partnership between two nations that will lead to numerous joint initiatives, eventually producing new synergies in areas of academic research, seminars, knowledge exchange, and exploring new programs, especially in the field of Business & Hospitality in the years to come ahead. Education in Ireland supports and looks forward to more such partnerships of Irish Institutes with Indian Higher Education Institutes offering opportunities for students to attain their study abroad dream and excel in their careers. We are quite delighted with the response we’re receiving year on year from Indian Students and these further interests us to look forward to more such opportunities.”

 As reciprocal recognition of degrees and cross-border collaborations play a vital role and are increasing each day with the help of reformation in National Education Policy, it is necessary for institutes across the globe to join hands with each other and help each other in providing holistic education and upskilling students who are the future of tomorrow. This partnership is one such benchmark for the ever-growing and demanding education sector.

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Mumbai, 22 August 2022: “Charity should be self-sustainable. That is, it should create more wealth rather than perpetuating the cycle of poverty and dependence. In this sense, the best form of charity would be providing quality education for children and more importantly, building a good character in them,” said Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Taking inspiration from the above quote, Shahani Academic and Global Empowerment Foundation (SAGE Foundation), the CSR arm of The Shahani Group, signed an MoU with Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust, part of The Art of Living Foundation to provide certified online and offline training, for unemployed graduates, in the Banking and Financial Services (BFSI) sector.

As a part of the partnership, Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust will mobilize candidates and provide the infrastructure required for offline training, whereas SAGE Foundation will provide certified training to these candidates. In addition to the training, SAGE Foundation will also provide employment assistance to the trained candidates, for placement in the BFSI industry. The online training will be available for candidates from across India, while the offline training will be provided in Rajkot, Gujarat and Dharwad, Karnataka.

Commenting on the partnership, Dr. Akhil Shahani, Managing Director, The Shahani Group, said, “Studies have demonstrated that a large proportion of Indian graduates do not possess the skills necessary to be employable. We believe that this also contributes to our country’s unemployment problem, and we are committed to bridging this gap to ensure sustainable livelihoods for Indian youth. The economically-disadvantaged youth of our country also lack access to quality skill development training which, in turn, hampers their prospects of obtaining white-collar jobs that could help them support their families in a more stable manner. With the blessings of Gurudev, we hope to train and place about 10,000 low-income students over the period of next two years.”

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SBUP is the first Management Institute in India with whom Bosch is signing an MoU of this nature. All other institutions that Bosch has signed MoU with are primarily engineering colleges like IIT, NIIT, IISC to name a few.

With the announcement of the strategic alliance, both the entities will come together to make the students of SBUP industry-ready through training, mentoring and internships in the domain of SAP.

The MoU was signed by Mr Amit Srivastava – Engineering Centre Head, BGSW, Pune and Dr. S B Agase, Registrar, Sri Balaji University, Pune amidst an august gathering of senior leadership from the company, members of the academia, faculty and students. The MoU was signed for a tenure of 5years.

Commenting on the industry-academia collaboration, Mr Amit Srivastava – Engineering Centre Head, Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited said, “As one of the leading global suppliers of technology and services, we have been working with businesses and institutions to address the demand for industry-ready professionals in emerging technologies. Sri Balaji University, Pune one of the reputed partners in higher education offering programs in management, computer applications and technologies.  Through this alliance, we hope to guide and train the future batch of professionals to drive digital transformations for businesses, across sectors.

Dr. Biju G. Pillai, Senior Director IT & Admissions, Dean Faculty of Management, Sri Balaji University, Pune said, “This is an important development in our university’s educational journey to embark on a partnership with a globally recognised entity in IT, Bosch Global Software Technologies. We look forward to the industry experts to train and guide our students; also share their knowledge with our faculty and help us deliver the next generation of industry-ready professionals in the field of IT.”

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• Aims to explore mutually beneficial opportunities to deepen engagement with the student community

Kautilya School of Public Policy (KSPP), GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad has signed an MoU with the Telangana State Innovation Cell (TSIC), an initiative by the Information Technology, Electronics and Communications Department, Government of Telangana. The MoU signed by Mr. Ravi Narayan, Chief Innovation Officer, Government of Telangana, Prof. D Gunasekaran Registrar of GITAM, and Mr. Sridhar Pabbisetty, Founding Director of the institute aims to use the resources of both the parties to create a robust, world-class ‘Social Innovation’ (SI) ecosystem in the state. Kautilya School of Public Policy will be the ‘Research Partner’ for TSIC to help build a vibrant ecosystem and will make evidence-based recommendations to enable a conducive administrative and regulatory environment for social innovation to flourish in the state.

The MoU focuses on research areas pertinent to social innovations to facilitate state-of-the-art understanding of SI business models and decision making. They will also identify and explore mutually beneficial opportunities through annual and bi-yearly work plans for engagement through on-ground plans (pilot) projects to generate a solid evidence base for aiding the creation, rollout, and diffusion of the SIs.

Students of Kautilya will also be engaged through research opportunities and capstone projects with TSIC and its sister organizations to provide hands-on experience. Kautilya also will work with various stakeholders to identify government and administrative reforms that will enable an efficient environment for SI’s.

“We are delighted with this long-term collaboration with Kautilya School of Public Policy. We will now be able to use lessons from social innovation pilots that we will roll out together to influence larger policy matters in the right direction. Telangana being at the forefront of many social innovations will be able to create a social innovation ecosystem supported by the learnings from this collaboration” said Jayesh Ranjan, Principal Secretary, Industries, and IT&C, Government of Telangana.

 Sridhar Pabbisetty, Founding Director, Kautilya School of Public Policy, said “With the student-learning dynamics evolving at a constant pace, providing students with a hands-on experience will encourage practical thinking and analytical knowledge. We are elated to join hands with an expert organization where transitions from traditional learning to the first-hand experience will be inculcated.”

“We are excited about the collaboration with Kautilya School of Public Policy and have on boarded them as our research partner. With this strategic partnership, we aim to work on various aspects of creating a sustainable and meaningful social innovation ecosystem in the state. We are jointly working towards implementing innovation and cognitive thinking with the institute on a large-scale for further betterment of the state” said Ravi Narayan, Chief Innovation Officer, TSIC.

“This partnership will enable further an ecosystem of institutions working towards strengthening the policy framework for Social Innovation in Telangana and paves way for making of the policies – modern, contemporary thinking and people centric.” said Viiveck Verma, Senior Advisor – Telangana State Innovation Cell.

The MoU also encourages practitioners from TSIC to host guest lectures at Kautilya School of Public Policy on different practical aspects and subjects pertaining to policy and decision-making. They would also look at establishing a space to be sponsored by multilateral organizations and corporate partners.

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An MoU has been agreed by CCMB with Ghaziabad-based Indian Pharmacopeia Commission (IPC) in order to take up documentation, validation and characterization of Indian herbal drugs. CCMB Director Dr RK Mishra stated that in order to solidify the traditional Indian knowledge of thousands of years the scientific validation and characterization of herbal drugs will be done that not only helps in authentication of such drugs but also bring credibility to the industry.

The CCMB and IPC research on plant-based drugs could provide the required scientific and data-based evidence on plant-based drugs, especially for Ayush. To facilitate the regulatory process and to boost the Indian medicine sector the study will take place on herbal medicines that is based on modern scientific methods.

The agreement was signed by Secretary-cum-Scientific Director, IPC, Dr GN Singh and Dr Mishra.

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