National Conference on Fisheries and Aquaculture Insurance to be Chaired by Minister Shri Parshottam Rupala

New Delhi:  Shri Parshottam Rupala, the Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, is set to chair a significant National Conference on Fisheries and Aquaculture Insurance on January 17, 2024, at PUSA, New Delhi. The conference, operating in hybrid mode, will bring together key stakeholders from the insurance sector to deliberate on enhancing access to…

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UGC Appeals Universities to Embrace Handloom Fabrics for Ceremonial Attire

New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) appeals to universities to adopt ceremonial robes made from handloom fabrics for special occasions like convocations. In letters dated July 15, 2015, and June 7, 2019, the UGC had initially urged universities to consider the use of handloom fabrics due to their comfort in India’s climate. Several universities…

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UGC Proposes Working Women Hostels within University Campuses

New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) sets the stage for a transformative initiative, proposing the establishment of Working Women Hostels (WWH) within university campuses. This visionary move is part of a larger commitment to enhance women’s educational empowerment, aligning with India’s commendable progress, boasting a 43% representation of women graduates in STEM fields. As…

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