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Time of India
06-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Govt Restores 30 per cent Faculty Quota for MSc/PhD Holders in Medical Colleges
New Delhi: Revisiting faculty norms in medical education, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has reinstated the 30 per cent appointment quota for non-medical faculty — MSc/PhD degree holders — in non-clinical departments such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Pharmacology. In its latest gazette notification, the country's apex regulatory body for medical education stated, 'In the departments of Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Pharmacology, non-medical teachers may be appointed to the extent of 30 per cent of the total number of posts in the department, subject to the non-availability of medical teachers.' This marks a reversal of the earlier move under the 2020 Minimum Standard Requirements (MSR) guidelines, where the ceiling for non-medical faculty had been reduced to 15 per cent, triggering concern and legal challenges from affected professionals. Dr Arjun Maitra, President of the National Medical Teachers' Association (NMMTA), welcomed the move, stating, 'The ministry has stood by the principles of fairness and meritocracy. This reform brings relief to hundreds of highly qualified MSc/PhD faculty members who were unfairly sidelined.' Although NMMTA's legal petition against the previous guidelines is still pending, Dr Maitra said the Ministry's decision to resolve the issue through policy reflects a commitment to justice and inclusivity. 'We see this as a milestone in our long and difficult journey toward recognition and respect,' he added. Previously, the NMC had also restricted such faculty to teaching only during a "transitional period" — without defining its duration — and did not clarify the scope of applicability. The lack of specificity led to confusion and anxiety among educators. Dr Ayan Das, Secretary of NMMTA, stressed the need for further clarity. 'To avoid ambiguity and alleviate concern among current faculty, the body must now clearly define the 'transition period' and correct misinterpretations around UGC norms — particularly the misconception that part-time PhDs earned in-service are invalid. Only distance-mode PhDs are not recognised.' The reinstatement is being seen as a significant step toward equity in academic appointments, especially in the backdrop of a growing demand for quality educators in India's expanding network of medical colleges.
Khaleej Times
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter' trailer: Crime drama delves into fight against corruption
The trailer of crime drama Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, created by Neeraj Pandey, has just dropped. Set in Kolkata in the 2000s, the series follows a dedicated IPS officer's fight against powerful criminals and politicians. The trailer shows how a police officer defends a fragile justice system against those in power. In the early 2000s, when gangsters and politicians commanded unchallenged authority, IPS Arjun Maitra dared to challenge the system. Taking to X, Netflix India dropped the trailer of the series. " Police, gangsters, aur sarkaar- iss chakravyuh mein kaun hai sabse shaatir? Watch Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, out 20 March, only on Netflix!," reads the caption. Police, gangsters, aur sarkaar- iss chakravyuh mein kaun hai sabse shaatir? ð��¥ Watch Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, out 20 March, only on Netflix! #KhakeeTheBengalChapterOnNetflix — Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) March 5, 2025 Khakee: The Bengal Chapter features Jeet Madnani, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee and Parambrata Chatterjee. The cast is rounded out by Ritwik Bhowmik, Aadil Zafar Khan, Chitrangada Singh, Pooja Chopra, Aakanksha Singh, Mimoh Chakraborty, and Shraddha Das. During a star-studded event in Kolkata, the makers unveiled the trailer of the series. "The world of Khakee has always been about larger-than-life conflicts, high-stakes drama, and nuanced characters that redefine the lines between good and evil. With Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, we take this intensity to a whole new level," said showrunner Neeraj Pandey in a statement. He added, "Set against the vivid backdrop of Kolkata, this chapter delves into gripping power struggles and follows a relentless IPS officer who dares to challenge the system. The entire ensemble cast has delivered exceptional performances, ensuring that Khakee: The Bengal Chapter is an evolution of the beloved narrative." Khakee: The Bengal Chapter premieres on March 20 on Netflix.
