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UGC chairman says online degrees are at par with traditional ones: Are they truly equal?

by on October 29, 2024 0 In Most Recent Stories

UGC Chairman M. Jagadesh Kumar affirmed that online education is now on par with traditional and distance learning. As top universities in India adopt online programmes, the acceptance still varies among employers and regions. Despite the growing credibility and flexibility, biases toward traditional degrees persist. Ensuring rigorous standards, additional certifications, and collaborative efforts can...

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Taiwan warns Typhoon Kong-rey ‘rapidly’ intensifying

by on October 29, 2024 0 In Most Recent Stories

Authorities in southeastern Taiwan have halted some ferry services and urged fishers to return to shore as Typhoon Kong-rey, with wind speeds of 155 km/h, approaches. Set to make landfall late Wednesday, the storm is rapidly intensifying, bringing high waves and heavy rain. Disaster officials are preparing evacuation plans and providing supplies to vulnerable...

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TikTok-parent company ByteDance founder is the richest man in China

by on October 29, 2024 0 In Most Recent Stories

ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming becomes China’s richest person with a wealth of $49.3 billion, surpassing Zhong Shanshan whose fortune dropped to $47.9 billion. Tencent’s Pony Ma is third, and Alibaba’s Jack Ma saw a decline in his wealth. Hurun China Report cites economic challenges affecting real estate while consumer electronics experience growth.

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Biological diversity rules notified to facilitate research and decriminalise law to foster more effective compliance

by on October 29, 2024 0 In Most Recent Stories

The Centre has notified new Biological Diversity Rules to implement amended laws that fast-track research, support Indian traditional medicine, attract foreign investment, and exempt certain practitioners from benefit-sharing fees. The new rules, which take effect in two months, also replace imprisonment with substantial fines for violations.

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