Education has always been a cornerstone of personal and societal growth. In recent years, the state of Gujarat has seen a remarkable surge in the number of students excelling in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), a national-level examination for medical aspirants. This article will delve into the factors contributing to this fivefold rise…
The recent NEET-UG paper leak case has sent shockwaves across the Indian education sector. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for undergraduate medical courses, held on May 5, 2024, has been marred by allegations of cheating and impersonation. The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting the exam, has come under severe criticism, leading…
Education is a fundamental right and a crucial aspect of personal growth and development. It empowers individuals, opens doors to opportunities, and contributes to the progress of society. In India, the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) plays a significant role in facilitating access to quality higher education through various entrance exams, including the…
In a shocking revelation, a New Delhi-based MBA graduate has been apprehended for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that promised MBBS seats in elite medical colleges to recent high school graduates and their families. The Scam: Promises of MBBS Seats At the heart of the scam was a deceitful promise. The accused assured MBBS seats in…
Admissions for undergraduate Indian medicine and homeopathy courses have officially commenced. This year, a total of 4,411 eligible applications have been received for the 2,063 available seats across 33 colleges, including five government institutions. The Scope of Available Seats and Applications Received The selection committee, responsible for overseeing the admission process, has reported receiving 2,530…
On Thursday, Puducherry’s Chief Minister, N Rangasamy, made a significant announcement. In a move that promises to reshape the landscape of medical education in the Union Territory, the government will give the green light to private sector proposals for establishing new medical colleges. This development underscores the government’s commitment to fostering an environment that promotes…
The Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI), located in the bustling city of Chandigarh, has found itself at the centre of an intriguing conundrum surrounding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the medical field. The institution, recognised for its cutting-edge research and high-quality patient care, has recently issued an order that…
In the latest development in the field of medical education, the state of Tamil Nadu has initiated registration for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) courses. This decision arrives amidst the prevailing uncertainty over the still vacant MBBS seats in the state. The process of filling these seats has proven to be quite a challenge for…
The future of 600 MBBS students hangs in the balance due to a crackdown by the National Medical Commission (NMC), as their admissions were found to be in violation of established rules. The NMC invalidated these admissions, which were conducted by colleges bypassing the directive that only a central or state agency can undertake counselling….
In a noteworthy development, a large number of Indian parents with children enrolled in medical programs in the Philippines have been actively protesting in New Delhi, the capital city of India. The protests that took place on a recent Thursday, revolve around the newly issued regulations from the National Medical Commission (NMC), which the parents…
