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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Science
- Time of India
LU researchers to get access to ScienceDirect AI
1 2 Lucknow: In a boost to research innovation, research scholars at Lucknow University will now have access to ScienceDirect AI, Elsevier's advanced artificial intelligence platform that is transforming academic discovery and publishing. The announcement was made during a one day Author Workshop organized by Tagore library in collaboration with Elsevier on Wednesday. ScienceDirect AI provides powerful features such as smart article recommendations, automated summarization, visual topic clustering and AI-powered citation tracking, enabling researchers to conduct more efficient literature reviews and choose the most relevant journals for their work across all academic disciplines. "This access will be a game-changer for our research community, ScienceDirect AI does not just provide content, it intelligently guides scholars through the ever-expanding landscape of information," said, honorary librarian Prof Keya Pandey The technical session featured customer success manager, South Asia at Elsevier, Aishwarya Nayal as the keynote speaker. In her session, she elaborated on the ethical and practical dimensions of publishing, including how to avoid predatory journals, understand the peer review process and maximize visibility using platforms like ScienceDirect and Scopus. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dermatologist: Just Add 1 Drop Of This Household Item To Any Dark Spot And Wait 3 Minutes Undo "The integration of ScienceDirect AI with our digital infrastructure marks a transformative moment for research at Lucknow University, it empowers our scholars with intelligent tools and global access, ensuring that ethical, high-quality research thrives in every discipline," said officiating Vice-Chancellor, Prof Manuka Khanna.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Science
- Time of India
PhD scholars briefed on relevance ofchoosing research topic in humanities
Lucknow: The regional campus of English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) organized a two-day Young Researchers' Conference on 'studies in humanities: trends in language, literature, and English language education' on Wednesday The event brought together vibrant voices from among the Ph.D. scholars, who presented research paper on contemporary issues across disciplines such as sociolinguistics, multilingualism, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, translation studies, postcolonial and indigenous literatures, digital humanities, pedagogy, and subaltern studies. Prof RP Singh from Lucknow University's department of English and Modern European Languages University, who is also the director of the international cell at LU, was the chief guest. He offered deep insights into the mechanisms and relevance of choosing a research topic in the humanities. He urged scholars to select topics that are anchored in local socio-cultural realities, reminding them that meaningful research is one that arises from the specific ethos of the researcher's community and context. He emphasized that the act of topic selection is not just procedural but philosophical, requiring reflection on the why, how, and for whom of research. According to EFLU officials, the conference aimed to explore evolving research paradigms in the humanities and reflect on their practical, cultural, and theoretical implications within the Indian context.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Alok Kumar Rai to assume charge as IIM-Calcutta's director on July 30
Dr Alok Kumar Rai will take charge as director of the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta on July 30 at 12:30 PM. Rai was previously the vice chancellor of the University of Lucknow. Before Rai, professor Saibal Chattopadhyay was the director of the Institute. The IIM-Calcutta did not have a regular full-term director for nearly two years. The appointment of a full-time director comes in the wake of the arrest of a second-year student in a rape case. Before becoming the Vice-Chancellor of Lucknow University, Rai was a management professor at Banaras Hindu University (BHU). He also held several positions on various high-level committees and panels. Under Rai's leadership, Lucknow University became the first university in Uttar Pradesh to receive an A++ grade accreditation from NAAC. Additionally, it was granted Category-I status by the UGC and ranked among the top 100 institutions in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), achieving 32nd place among State Public Universities. Additionally, the IIM Calcutta and ed-tech platform Imarticus Learning have announced the launch of an executive programme in Private Equity and Venture Capital. The course is designed for finance professionals and entrepreneurs. The seven-month live online programme will blend academic theory with real-world insights from IIM Calcutta's finance faculty and seasoned private equity and venture capital veterans. This course will help finance professionals and entrepreneurs navigate the changing investment landscape. The programme will have core and advanced topics, including deal sourcing, valuation, financial modelling, fundraising, portfolio management, and exit strategies. Keeping pace with the evolving trends, the curriculum will cover the entire investment cycle with digital and regulatory aspects, stated the press release.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
LU 1st university in country to start 1-yr PG course under NEP
Lucknow: The Lucknow University has become the first university in India to fully implement a one-year postgraduate programme under the National Education Policy. Tailored for students who have completed a four-year UG degree with research, the programme is divided into two semesters and includes 20 academic credits. Its structure emphasises flexibility, interdisciplinarity and outcome-based learning, in alignment with NEP's vision for holistic and efficient higher education, officials said. The decision to implement this programme was formally confirmed during the executive council meeting on Saturday, following a year-long academic and administrative preparation. While the ordinance for the one-year PG structure was approved in Aug 2024, it took a year to complete the development of the academic framework, course design and departmental readiness. The university is now ready to admit students to this new programme. To support learners under this model, several academic schemes have been introduced. Under the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS), students can choose from a wide range of core, elective and open courses, enabling them to shape their academic journey according to their goals. The curriculum also encourages interdisciplinary learning, allowing students to select subjects beyond their primary field of study. Credit transfer flexibility enables students to complete part of their coursework through national platforms like SWAYAM or other UGC-recognised institutions. The programme offers skill-based and value-added courses such as academic writing, data analysis, entrepreneurship and foreign languages. Dedicated faculty mentors will guide students in course selection, research planning and academic development, officials said. This course not only provides a faster and research driven alternative to the traditional two-year model but also aligns well with international standards, supporting students aiming to pursue higher education abroad or enter the global job market, officials said. "This one-year PG programme is a landmark step in implementing the true spirit of NEP 2020," said LU spokesperson Durgesh Srivastava.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Himachal polyandry: 1 bride, 2 grooms, but how do intimate relations play out in this marriage?
The ancient tradition of polyandry, where a woman marries multiple men, preferably brothers, still exists in parts of Himachal Pradesh. Primarily practised to avoid property division among brothers, the Hatti tribe in the state continues 'Jodidara' to this day. Bride Sunita Chauhan with grooms Pradeep and Kapil Negi during their traditional polyandrous wedding ceremony in Himachal Pradesh's Shillai village, attended by members of the Hatti tribe.(X/@BalbirKumar23) The spotlight recently returned to this tradition earlier this month, after two brothers from Shillai village of Sirmaur district married the same woman in accordance with tribal customs. Sunita Chauhan, who recently married brothers Pradeep and Kapil Negi, said they are proud of the tradition, that the marriage was a joint decision, and that they were under no pressure. The tradition of 'Jodidara' is recognised under Himachal Pradesh's revenue laws and finds space under sections 494 and 495 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which deal with marital relationships. However, for the unsuspecting, the mere mention of sharing a wife brings up a sea of queries. Fortunately, former chief minister YS Parmar wrote his PhD thesis on the same century-old tradition. Also Read | 1 wife, 2 brothers as husbands in this Himachal wedding: What's the rare tradition and why is it practised? His thesis titled – Polyandry in Himalayas: Socio-economic background of Himalayan Polyandry at Lucknow University – extensively studied the practice. How time is shared among husbands In his research, Parmar explains that in fraternal polyandry, the wife has the autonomy to decide how time is distributed among the husbands. According to Live Hindustan, which cited Parmar, the wife must provide equal love and time to all brothers to prevent jealousy. On page 91 of his book, Parmar describes how sometimes a cap or shoe is placed outside the room to indicate that the wife is with a particular husband, though this assumes the household has more than one room, which is not always the case in poorer families. Also Read | Woman marries 2 brothers in Himachal to keep alive rare tradition: 'Proud of our history' "In most cases, the wife sleeps with all her husbands in the same room... she decides, according to her own wish, which husband to be with that night. However, she performs her duties with each brother in turn. Typically, equal time is given to all husbands. Complaints rarely arise," Parmar notes in his book, as reported by Live Hindustan. Beyond intimacy, the wife typically manages the household, including the kitchen, cattle fodder, and farm work. If the workload is too much, she may request that another woman join the household, who then becomes wife to all brothers as well. Economic, cultural, and emotional reasons behind 'Jodidara' Members of the Hatti tribe assert that polyandry helps maintain family unity and protect small landholdings. "Keeping small landholdings intact and less expense on weddings were the economics behind the tradition," said OP Sharma, former chairman of the Dr. YS Parmar Chair at Himachal Pradesh University. He added that Parmar did not encourage the practice due to concerns over women's rights. However, some people campare it to the modern 'live-in relations', a law student cited by PTI, said, 'If live-in relations are accepted, then why is there an issue with age-old traditions? There are 15-20 families in my village Koti (Sirmaur district) where a woman is married to more than one man and we want the tradition to continue.' "Relations stay healthy in the family and land stays intact in joint marriage," said Balma Devi. Another community member, Sant Ram, added: 'Polyandry is an old tradition in which brotherhood remains and expenses are handled adequately. We four brothers are married to two women.' Himachal's Hatti tribes The Hatti tribe, a close-knit community on the Himachal-Uttarakhand border, was granted Scheduled Tribe status three years ago. Community leaders believe their recognition stems in part from adherence to traditional practices like polyandry. "We have got tribal status due to such old traditional practices which also find mention in revenue records. Polyandry is prevalent in about 150 villages in the Trans Giri area of Sirmaur district," said Ramesh Singta, spokesperson of Hatti Vikas Manch, reported PTI. Though such marriages are now increasingly conducted quietly, they are still accepted by many in the community, village elders say.
