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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
No fee hike in Telangana engineering colleges for now: Counselling to begin under existing structure; govt to set up panel for fresh review
HYDERABAD: There will be no immediate increase in engineering colleges' fee in the state. The first phase of counselling, starting Saturday for admission to BE/B Tech courses, will proceed as per the existing fee structure. Chief minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday decided to set up a high-level official committee to fix parameters for fee hike. A separate GO constituting the committee and terms of reference, including the time frame to submit its report, is expected to be issued within a week. The revised fee for engineering colleges was scheduled to come into effect from the current academic year. But, for now, students have to pay the fee fixed by the Telangana Admissions and Fee Regulatory Committee (TAFRC) for 2022-23 academic year. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Sources told TOI that the govt may take a decision on the hike keeping in view its pending fee reimbursement commitments and expected onslaught from the Opposition and parents. Check irregularities in engg colleges: Students forum The TAFRC, headed by a retired high court judge, revises fee for professional courses such as BE/B Tech, MBA, MCA, M Tech, and MBBS every three years. The revision takes into account the audited income and expenditure statements submitted by private college managements. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda ZR-V Full Hybrid. SUV Coupé Deportivo Honda Ver oferta Undo The last fee revision was done for the 2022-23 to 2024-25 academic years. A senior official said the CM is of the view that every aspect of colleges such as teaching standards, labs, buildings, etc., should be examined thoroughly, making it the basis for determining fees. The official cited the cases of Islamic Academy of Education vs Karnataka and PA Inamdar and Others vs Maharashtra regarding determination of fees, where Supreme Court held that facilities, labs, salaries, future plans of the college, and decisions taken to increase standards of the college should be taken into consideration. The govt also intends go through the earlier report submitted by the vigilance and enforcement department after inspection of colleges during the previous BRS govt. While welcoming the govt's decision, the Students' Protection Forum urged for stricter oversight to safeguard the interests of students and faculty. In a letter addressed to the CM, they raised concerns over irregularities in engineering colleges affiliated to JNTU-Hyderabad and autonomous institutions. The Forum alleged that many colleges submitted manipulated data in their Fact-Finding Committee (FFC) reports, particularly on infrastructure and faculty. It called for re-inspection of colleges, public disclosure of FFC reports from the last three academic years. They also highlighted exploitation of faculty, claiming that some colleges credited salaries temporarily for compliance and then forced them to return the amount.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
TS PGECET 2025: Results declared at pgecet.tgche.ac.in
TS PGECET Results 2025: The Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Hyderabad has released the results for the Telangana State Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (TS PGECET) 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam, which was conducted from June 16 to 19, can now download their results from the official website, The exam opens the gateway for students seeking admission in various master's courses such as master of Engineering (ME), master of Pharmacy (MPharm), Master of Technology (MTech), master of Architecture (MArch). They even enable admission at the graduate level, Doctor of Pharmacy (Post Baccalaureate) and Pharm-D into various universities and colleges of Telangana. Follow these steps to access your TS PGECET 2025 rank card: Step 1: Navigate to the official website: Step 2: Locate and click on the 'Download rank card' link on the homepage. Step 3: Provide the necessary credentials and click 'Login.' Step 4: Your TS PGECET 2025 rank card will then be displayed. Download and print a copy for your records. To access their TS PGECET 2025 result, students will need to use their hall ticket number, registration number, and date of birth. The downloaded result will include important information such as the candidate's name, father's name, marks obtained, rank secured, paper name, TS PGECET percentile, and their exam qualification status, among other details. If you've qualified for the TS PGECET 2025 exam, you're eligible to participate in the upcoming counselling process. To be clear, students will need to have secured the minimum cut-off marks to be considered for these rounds. Specifically, candidates must score at least 30 marks on the exam to qualify for TS PGECET counselling 2025. The authorities will then prepare a merit list based on these results. Last year, the TS PGECET 2024 was conducted by JNTU on behalf of TSCHE between June 10 and 13 in two sessions (morning and afternoon). The results for the same were announced on June 19. Meanwhile, the results for the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET) 2025 were released on Tuesday by Andhra Pradesh IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh. This year's exam saw a strong pass rate of 93.55 per cent. Out of 14,231 registered candidates, 11,244 successfully qualified. Interestingly, female candidates slightly outnumbered male candidates among those who qualified, with 5,753 women and 5,491 men passing the exam. The AP PGECET 2025 was conducted in 13 different engineering and pharmacy disciplines.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Time of India
MTech Engineer Turned Burglar Nabbed After Hitting Nagpur Houses
Nagpur: A former software engineer with an MTech degree, Ashish Reddimalla, was arrested in Chandrapur on Saturday for his alleged involvement in a series of burglaries across Nagpur. The Dhantoli police, after a month-long investigation involving the scrutiny of 200 CCTV cameras, cracked five burglary cases in areas like Dhantoli, Ajni, and Sonegaon, recovering stolen goods worth Rs2.33 lakh from the accused. Reddimalla, employed at an IT firm in Mihan until 2020, reportedly turned to crime to settle a Rs23 lakh debt accrued due to a gambling addiction. His sophisticated background made him an unlikely suspect, allowing him to blend seamlessly into urban settings. "It's tough to suspect Reddimalla. He conducted reconnaissance with a bag on his shoulder, appearing anything but a thief," said senior inspector Anamika Mirzapure, who led the operation under the supervision of ACP Sudhir Nandeshwar and DCP Rahul Madane. The police investigation revealed that Reddimalla, familiar with Nagpur's localities like Dhantoli, Ajni Square, Sonegaon, and Chhatrapati Nagar Chowk from his years working in the city, meticulously planned his heists. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Discover the best investment opportunity. سالك Learn More Undo He had also broken into the residence of a govt employee, who had been shattered by the suicide of a teenager. Operating after 2am, he used an iron rod to break locks and latches, swiftly looting homes before returning to Chandrapur by bus with the stolen goods. His methodical approach and knowledge of the city's layout made him elusive until a breakthrough came via CCTV footage. A crucial lead emerged when police obtained footage capturing Reddimalla's image, which an informer later identified, enabling the Dhantoli police to track him to Chandrapur. Sub-inspector Dhanaji Marakwad and his team worked tirelessly, analysing hours of CCTV recordings to piece together the suspect's movements. This arrest marks the third time Reddimalla was apprehended, having been caught twice earlier by Chandrapur police for similar offences. The case highlights the growing challenge of urban crime involving educated individuals driven by addiction. Reddimalla's arrest has brought relief to residents in the affected areas, with police urging citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. The recovered items, including valuables worth Rs2.33 lakh and a lot of euro and dollar currency notes, are being returned to their rightful owners as investigations continue to uncover any additional crimes linked to the accused. Authorities are also probing whether Reddimalla operated alone or had accomplices in his burglary spree.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-BHU's new UG curriculum offers more flexibility
Varanasi: The IIT-BHU has announced significant changes in its B Tech curriculum to align with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, offering more flexibility and opportunities. The changes will be implemented from academic session 2025-26. Dean (academic affairs) prof Devendra Singh said that from the fourth semester onwards, students will have five academic pathways to choose from, based on merit and their preferences. From the fifth semester, BTech students with a minor can take 4-6 courses in another discipline while BTech students can complete a second major alongside their primary major, extending the program to 10 semesters. BTech students can complete under IDD, extending the program to 10 semesters. A student enrolled in a four-year BTech program can earn a minor degree by completing a minimum of four and a maximum of six courses in another engineering discipline during the fifth, seventh, and eighth semesters. About the BTech second major, he said that a student who initially pursued a Minor and then completes the 10-semester curriculum in the second discipline will earn a Second Major degree, effectively graduating with degrees in two engineering disciplines. Students who initially opt for a Minor can later switch to the Second Major track based on seat availability and merit. Associate dean (academic) Prof Indrajit Sinha highlighted that students can also earn the Integrated Dual Degree program for BTech and MTech degree in a single discipline within 10 semesters. Architecture (B Arch) students in the five-year program are also eligible for the Minor and Second Major options, with the latter extending the program to six years. tnn Prof Singh elaborated that the traditional branch-change system after the first year has been discontinued. Instead, students can diversify by adding a Minor or Second Major without changing their primary branch. He also noted that the sixth semester of every B Tech program has been earmarked for industrial or research internships, giving students hands-on experience and stronger industry connections. IIT (BHU) has also implemented a Multiple Exit Framework, which allows students to exit the programme at different stages based on earned credits. Prof Singh further shared that the institute has launched an MTech programme in Medical Devices to bridge engineering and healthcare. Additionally, AI-based industry-focussed courses are being launched in collaboration with the Saras AI Institute, and a standards-focused course is proposed in partnership with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Director of IIT (BHU) Prof Amit Patra emphasized that the new curriculum promotes holistic education and interdisciplinary dialogue, giving students the freedom to tailor their academic journey while ensuring a strong foundation in their core discipline. He stated, "This curriculum is a major step towards nurturing graduates who are not only academically strong but also socially conscious and industry-ready, keeping pace with modern-day requirements. "
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First Post
09-06-2025
- Health
- First Post
‘Vomited, tried cleaning it up': Family questions IIT Delhi scholar's death on campus
A 25-year-old PhD student at IIT Delhi was found dead in his hostel room on Wednesday under mysterious circumstances. The family, while speaking exclusively to Firstpost, has ruled out suicide as the cause of death. read more Ayush Singhal, a 25-year-old PhD student in Biomedical Engineering at IIT Delhi, was found dead in his hostel room on Wednesday. His family, who remember him as a bright and diligent scholar with aspirations to advance biomedical research after initially studying dentistry, do not believe he died by suicide and suspect other causes instead. 'He had returned from AIIMS, where he was working on a project, had his dinner, and went for a walk with a friend. On Wednesday, when we couldn't get in touch with him, we informed the university,' said his maternal uncle, Harish Garg. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He said, 'There were anti-vomiting medicines and a bottle of ORS near him. It looked like he had tried to clean up vomit beside his bed'. Singhal's PhD research was based at IIT Delhi, with much of his lab work conducted at AIIMS. After the administration intervened, his room door was forcibly opened, and he was found unresponsive on his bed. There were no visible external injuries, but vomit on the floor suggested possible health complications. 'It could be food poisoning or a heart attack. We will know more after the post-mortem,' Garg said. The family is awaiting the outcome of the post-mortem at Safdarjung Hospital. His mother fainted at the hospital due to the shock. Singhal is survived by his mother and younger sister; his father, a dentist, passed away in 2002. IIT Delhi officials expressed deep grief over the incident and extended full support to the family. Dean of Student Affairs, Professor BK Panigrahi, is reported to have written an email to students, urging them to seek counselling if needed and emphasised the importance of supporting each other during this difficult time. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This death has drawn attention to a worrying pattern on the IIT Delhi campus, where several students have died under similar circumstances. Official records, cited in media reports, indicate that at least 12 students have died on campus between 2006 and 2024, with many cases involving isolation and delayed discovery of the body. The majority were male students, and the deaths span undergraduate to PhD levels, with some ruled suicides and others under investigation. Current and former students describe a culture of intense academic pressure and social isolation, especially among PhD scholars, who often have small social circles confined mostly to their labs. Safety protocols limiting hostel room access have inadvertently reduced peer interaction, making it difficult to check on students who become unresponsive. One PhD student, quoted by The Indian Express, said, 'The life of a PhD student is completely different in an IIT. We are in our own world and more isolated than the rest of the MTech or BTech students. Our social circles are small, and mostly our peers in the labs would know more about what is happening with us than the ones in the hostel or other friends on campus.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Following up on previous demands, IIT Delhi had commissioned an external committee to examine the institutional environment related to student suicides. The report, submitted in August 2024, highlighted high academic pressure, toxic competitiveness, and also indicated caste and gender discrimination as key issues. However, the institute only publicly acknowledged these findings in April 2025 and is now working on a comprehensive action plan to improve student support structures. The circumstances surrounding Ayush Singhal's death remain under investigation by the Delhi Police, with the post-mortem report awaited to clarify the cause. Family and friends have not raised suspicions of foul play, but the family's doubts about suicide persist.
