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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Foreign varsities establishing campuses in the country': Education Minister on India's growing might, ET Education
Advt Advt Jaipur, Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan was in Jaipur on Thursday to attend two key events -- the 9th Convocation Ceremony of the Central University of Rajasthan, and the inauguration of a lecture hall complex at Manipal University in as the Chief Guest at the 9th Convocation Ceremony of the Central University of Rajasthan, Pradhan emphasised the value of lifelong learning, stating: "Convocation is not an end, but a significant milestone in the continuous journey of education."Congratulating the 1,693 graduating students from Integrated and Diploma programmes, the minister reminded them that earning a degree is not only an academic milestone but also a call to action for nation-building and social responsibility. Highlighting the transformative vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, he noted that the policy advocates for multidisciplinary, skill-based, and employment-oriented further revealed that to foster global academic collaboration, several foreign universities are now setting up campuses in India, with eight institutions already praised Rajasthan's rich intellectual legacy and its consistent performance in competitive exams like JEE and NEET, calling the state a "timeless cradle of knowledge, science, art, literature, and thought."He urged students to preserve this legacy with a modern, innovative spirit. As India positions itself as the world's fourth-largest economy, the minister stressed the importance of leveraging the innovation, skills, and leadership potential of the youth to realize the vision of Viksit Bharat by concluded his address by invoking the ancient Indian ideal of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam -- "the world is one family" -- and reaffirmed India's commitment to becoming a global provider of solutions for convocation also saw the inauguration of several university infrastructure projects and the laying of foundation stones for future event was attended by Bhagirath Choudhary, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Prof. Anand Bhalerao, Vice Chancellor of the Central University of Rajasthan, along with other dignitaries, faculty members, and another event on the same day, Pradhan inaugurated a state-of-the-art lecture hall complex at Manipal University praised the new facility, describing it as world-class and conducive to a modern learning environment, and congratulated the university's academic community on this minister commended Manipal University for effectively blending India's timeless cultural heritage with modern educational again to NEP 2020, he emphasised that India's ancient knowledge systems are now being meaningfully integrated into the contemporary academic framework, fostering a sense of rooted-ness and national pride among Rajasthan a symbol of India's glorious past, Minister Pradhan said it must now become a beacon of a future-ready and developed envisioned institutions like Manipal University evolving into centers of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, transforming students into job creators rather than job confidence in the university's potential, the minister said Manipal University Jaipur is well-positioned to address both local and global challenges, and can make significant contributions to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision Encouraging the university's leadership, Minister Pradhan recommended the establishment of a dedicated research park to further boost its culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, reinforcing its ambition to become a premier research-driven institution.
India Gazette
27-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar set to visit Mumbai on May 28
New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Vice-President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar will be on a one-day tour of Mumbai, Maharashtra, on Wednesday. During his visit, the Vice-President will preside as Chief Guest at the 65th and 66th Convocation Ceremony of International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) in Mumbai. Earlier, emphasising that India needs indigenous strength for national security, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Tuesday that war is best avoided from a position of strength. Speaking at the inaugural session of Rajya Sabha Internship Program-phase 7, the Vice President said that Operation Sindoor has changed the mindset of people massively with regard to national security, national economy and national welfare. 'We are now nationalistic as never before,' he said. 'The recent episode, Operation Sindoor, has changed our mindset massively. We are now nationalistic as never before. And this is reflected in participation of all political landscape in delegations that have gone abroad to project our message of peace and our complete intolerance to terrorism. And therefore, having seen recent events, well, we have no choice. We have no other option but to remain united and grow stronger,' he said. 'Like institutions, even political tribes have a moral duty to the national cause, because ultimately all Institutions, the Legislature, the Judiciary, the Executive, the focal point is national growth, national welfare, public welfare, to generate transparency, accountability, honesty. On issues of national security, economic progress, all factions need to put national interest over partisan priorities. I will appeal to everyone in the political spectrum to seriously reflect, come to a conclusion that on issues of national security, on issues of growth, on issues of our internal security, there must be consensus. Sometimes politics get too hot for nationalism and security, something we need to overcome,' he added. The Vice President said that technological progress and arms strength also contribute to national strength. 'For national security, we need indigenous strength. War is best avoided from position of strength. Peace is secured when you are ever ready for comes apart from technological prowess, conventional arms strength, from people also.' (ANI)
Leaders
10-04-2025
- Health
- Leaders
Saudi Doctor First Non-American Receives Prestigious Weinberger Award
Dr. Mahmoud Aljurf, M.D., MACP, has made history as the first non-US physician to receive the prestigious Steven E. Weinberger Award for Physician Leaders. This honor, bestowed by the American College of Physicians (ACP), highlights Dr. Aljurf's significant contributions to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and oncology. Dr. Aljurf, Director of the Adult Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Program at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC), was honored at the ACP Convocation Ceremony in New Orleans. His global impact is evident in his leadership roles and innovative research. At KFSHRC, Dr. Aljurf has developed one of the world's largest stem cell transplantation programs. This has significantly improved treatment options for patients with hematologic malignancies. His leadership has expanded access to novel therapies and elevated global standards in hematology and oncology. Research and Editorial Leadership Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Aljurf is renowned for his research and editorial contributions. He served as Editor-in-Chief of the Annals of Saudi Medicine and founded the Elsevier Journal of Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Therapy. He sits on the editorial boards of several high-impact journals, including The Lancet Hematology. With nearly 500 scientific publications and five edited books, his influence is profound. Dr. Mahmoud Aljurf Dr. Aljurf's impact extends globally. The Worldwide Network for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (WBMT) elected him President in 2023. He also founded the Eastern Mediterranean Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EMBMT) Group, affiliated with WHO/EMRO. His numerous awards include the Florence A. Carter Leukemia Research Award, the CIBMTR Annual Distinguished Service Award, and Lifetime Achievement Awards from the King Hussein Cancer Foundation and the Research Development and Innovation Authority (RDIA). Expanding ACP's Global Initiatives Dr. Aljurf has been instrumental in ACP's global initiatives, particularly in the Middle East. He established the ACP Saudi Arabia Chapter, expanding the organization's presence in the region. His dedication earned him Mastership (MACP), ACP's highest honor. For the third consecutive year, KFSHRC ranks first in the Middle East and Africa among academic medical centers. It is also the 15th globally. Recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East, KFSHRC appeared in Newsweek's World's Best Smart Hospitals list for 2025. Dr. Aljurf's achievements underscore his commitment to advancing medical science and improving patient care worldwide. Short link : Post Views: 160
