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Bengaluru’s Scaler School of Technology is Outpacing Traditional Engineering Colleges in Placements, With Students Landing Roles at Leading Tech Firms

Bengaluru’s Scaler School of Technology is Outpacing Traditional Engineering Colleges in Placements, With Students Landing Roles at Leading Tech Firms

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 19: In a signal of how fast the technology hiring landscape is shifting, Scaler School of Technology (SST), which offers a four-year undergraduate program in Computer Science and AI rather than a conventional engineering degree, is producing placement outcomes that rival India’s top engineering institutions. Before SST’s official placement season has opened, 36% of the current batch has already secured internships with pre-placement offer (PPO) opportunities at companies including Amazon, Rippling, Emergent, and Slice. The average salary for these PPO-track students currently stands at ₹20 LPA, with the highest offer reaching ₹46 LPA. These numbers confidently…
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Mari State University Forges Strategic Academic Alliances at II Indo-Russian Education Summit 2026

Mari State University Forges Strategic Academic Alliances at II Indo-Russian Education Summit 2026

Mari State University participated in the II Indo-Russian Education Summit 2026 at Le Méridien, New Delhi, on 28-29 May 2026, strengthening academic collaboration between India and Russia. New Delhi [India], June 20: The II Indo-Russian Education Summit brought together reputed dignitaries from India and Russia, including H.E. Denis Alipov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of India; Dr. Tatyana Semenova, Deputy Minister of Health of the Russian Federation; and Dr. Pavel Shevtsov, Deputy Head of Rossotrudnichestvo, along with the Rectors and Vice Rectors of reputed universities of the Russian Federation. The Indian side was represented by Dr. Abhijat Chandrakant Sheth…
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Consulting Engineers Association of India: Building Future-Ready Infrastructure Professionals

Consulting Engineers Association of India: Building Future-Ready Infrastructure Professionals

New Delhi [India], June 20: India’s infrastructure sector is growing fast, and getting more complex along the way. That combination is fuelling demand for ongoing professional development and tighter collaboration across the industry. The Consulting Engineers Association of India (CEAI), working through its L&D initiative, the CEAI Academy, has been ramping up efforts to build the skills of consulting engineers, project managers, legal professionals, young engineers, and other infrastructure professionals nationwide. Over the last year, the academy has rolled out a broad slate of training programmes, webinars, and industry sessions. The topics covered include Project Management, FIDIC Contracts, Construction Law, Artificial Intelligence,…
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Academio builds a team of 30 Plus IB and IGCSE Educators; Clocks 20pc student growth Month-on-Month

Academio builds a team of 30 Plus IB and IGCSE Educators; Clocks 20pc student growth Month-on-Month

With this, Academio addresses a critical shortage of qualified IB and Cambridge IGCSE curriculum specialists in India. Nitasha Sagar Kukar, Founder & CEO, Academio New Delhi [India], April 08: Academio, an online tutoring platform specialising in the IB and Cambridge IGCSE curricula, has recorded up to 20% month-on-month growth in student enrolments over the course of its first year of operations. Founded in February 2025 and operating on a one-on-one tutoring model, the platform has built an expert team of 30+ specialist educators that have even IB and Cambridge examiners with an average teaching experience of over 10 years. IB…
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IIT Alumni Council Marks Continued Growth and Expanding National Engagement Through MegaSpheres Lens

IIT Alumni Council Marks Continued Growth and Expanding National Engagement Through MegaSpheres Lens

24 hour Jodhpur hackathon had 365 teams. TR Meghwal led the jury and gave the prizes. New Delhi [India], April 01: The IIT Alumni Council, which commenced on Independence Day 2019 with a small group of founding members, has steadily evolved into a global network of over 50,000 members—approximately one in every twelve IIT alumni—supported by around 3,000 patron members. Conceived as a platform to enable meaningful contribution rather than personal gain, the Council was built on a simple but demanding objective: to create pathways through which IIT alumni and aligned well-wishers can contribute to India’s progress and to the…
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The Changing Landscape of Undergraduate Admissions in India

The Changing Landscape of Undergraduate Admissions in India

New Delhi [India], March 31: India’s undergraduate education landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by the emergence of new-age institutions and a growing acceptance of interdisciplinary, untraditional programs. For decades, the narrative around higher education in India was largely dominated by conventional pathways such as engineering, medicine, and commerce, often pursued through highly competitive entrance examinations. Today, however, a new ecosystem is taking shape, one that emphasizes holistic development, critical thinking, and global readiness. At the forefront of this shift are institutions such as Ashoka University, Plaksha University, Krea University, FLAME University, and Mahindra University. These universities are redefining undergraduate education…
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AFMD 2026 honors global research excellence; top scientists awarded in Chennai

AFMD 2026 honors global research excellence; top scientists awarded in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 21: The 2nd International Conference on Advanced Functional Materials and Devices (AFMD 2026), organized by the Nanotechnology Research Centre (NRC), SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), hosted a prestigious award ceremony today, recognizing outstanding contributions by leading scientists in advanced materials research. The conference has drawn an overwhelming global response, with over 1,000 participants, including more than 160 delegates from 33 countries, underscoring its international significance and academic impact. Held at the Dr. T.P. Ganesan Auditorium as part of the inaugural session, the event brought together eminent scientists, academicians, industry leaders, and researchers from…
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Galgotias University IEEE Computer Society Chapter Wins National Recognition at AICSSYC

Galgotias University IEEE Computer Society Chapter Wins National Recognition at AICSSYC

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 14: The IEEE Computer Society, Galgotias University Student Branch Chapter has been awarded the Best Computer Society Chapter in India at the prestigious All India Computer Society Student & Young Professionals Congress 2025 (AICSSYC 2025) held at Kolkata. The chapter secured 1st place in the national “Battle of Chapters”, based on their innovative technical activities, community involvement and excellent leadership. The outstanding performance by the students won the cash prize of USD 500. The achievement was led by a dedicated student team from Galgotias University, Gaurang Pant, pursuing B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering,…
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SGT University Hosts ‘Pharma Anveshan 2026’ to Mark National Pharmacy Education Day

SGT University Hosts ‘Pharma Anveshan 2026’ to Mark National Pharmacy Education Day

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], March 14: The SGT College of Pharmacy and the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research at SGT University successfully organised Pharma Anveshan 2026, a national confluence of academia, industry, research, and innovation in pharmacy, sponsored by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). The event was held at the university campus. The programme was organised on the occasion of National Pharmacy Education Day, commemorating the 124th birth anniversary of Prof. Mahadeva Lal Schroff, widely regarded as the ‘Father of Pharmacy Education in India.’ The event was centred around the theme “Future Pharma Ecosystem: Fostering Synergy among Academia, Industry,…
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From Concept to Creation: A comprehensive BArch experience at Nitte University

From Concept to Creation: A comprehensive BArch experience at Nitte University

Bachelor of Architecture at Nitte University: Blending Traditional Craftsmanship with Modern Innovation. Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 13: The Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) at Nitte University is a five-year professional program that prepares aspiring architects to design sustainable, functional and inspiring spaces. Designed to meet the evolving needs of the built environment, this program blends creative exploration, technical expertise and hands-on experience to develop well-rounded professionals capable of shaping the future of architecture and urban design. The unique curriculum has been approved by the Council of Architecture (CoA), New Delhi ensuring quality education that adheres to national standards. The BArch program is…
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