Gandhi Memorial National (GMN) College in Ambala Cantt has taken a significant step toward advancing academic quality by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universal AI University, Mumbai — India’s first dedicated AI University.The collaboration is aimed at strengthening academic connections and promoting a shared vision of innovative teaching practices, joint research initiatives, and holistic student growth, said Gurdev Singh, president of the college’s governing body.Under this partnership, both institutions will facilitate faculty and student exchange programmes to enhance learning, teaching, and scholarly engagement. They will also jointly organise various curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities, and plan to introduce interdisciplinary, industry-aligned academic programmes to meet modern educational needs.Principal Rohit Dutt remarked, “This MoU signals a new era of academic advancement and student empowerment. By partnering with Universal AI University, we aim to bring global educational standards to GMN College Ambala Cantt.”
GMN College, Ambala Cantt, Secures First Place in District-Level Science QuizGMN College, Ambala Cantonment, recently organised a district-level science quiz under the sponsorship of the Haryana State Council for Science, Innovation and Technology, Department of Science and Technology, Haryana.A total of twelve teams from seven educational institutions participated in the preliminary round. The participating institutes included DAV College, Ambala City; Kalpana Chawla Polytechnic College, Ambala City; SD College, Ambala Cantonment; Government PG College, Ambala Cantonment; SA Jain College, Ambala City; GMN College, Ambala Cantonment; and Government PG College, Shahzadpur.Following the screening round, eight teams advanced to the main competition. GMN College clinched the top position, while Government PG College secured second place and DAV College achieved third. Another team from DAV College finished fourth, and the Kalpana Chawla Polytechnic College team placed fifth. These five winning teams will now move on to compete at the zonal-level science quiz.Speaking on the occasion, GMN College Principal Rohit Dutt said, "Science is more than laboratories and inventions; it is a mindset of inquiry and exploration. Competitions like these spark curiosity and prepare young learners to tackle real-world challenges with innovation and creativity." He praised the efforts of the organising committee, congratulated all participants, and encouraged students to continue developing their scientific skills for the betterment of society.
Two-Day Research Festival Concludes at MM University, MullanaThe two-day MM Research Festival-2025, hosted by Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, concluded successfully on Saturday evening. The event was organised with the aim of promoting research development, academic partnerships, and knowledge sharing among scholars and institutions.According to a university spokesperson, the festival served as a platform to strengthen dialogue and collaboration between academic institutions, researchers, and subject experts. Scholars were given the opportunity to present their research work, exchange ideas, and discuss perspectives through an extensive poster presentation exhibition.Outstanding research papers were recognised with certificates of appreciation, honouring the contributors for their valuable academic work. Vice-Chancellor Harish Sharma informed that 435 researchers presented papers across a wide range of disciplines, including medical and paramedical sciences, allied health sciences, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, dental sciences, nursing, engineering, computer science, and other scientific and technical areas.The research submissions were assessed by experts from leading institutions across India, such as the University of Delhi, IIT Roorkee, CSIR, NITs, Panjab University (Chandigarh), Punjabi University (Patiala), and Chaudhary Charan Singh University (Meerut).The festival created an engaging environment for researchers, students, and academicians to share knowledge and explore innovative ideas. University officials noted that such initiatives help open new avenues for academic progress and research growth, making a meaningful contribution to the educational and research landscape.Dr Aadesh K. Saini, Head of the Research and Development Cell, highlighted that events like this enable researchers from diverse fields to present their work to a broader audience, while poster presentations help make research outcomes more accessible and impactful.The university also announced plans to organise similar research festivals in the future.
Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana–Ambala, has opened applications for its PhD programs for the 2025 academic session. Eligible candidates can apply across various research disciplines, with an application fee of INR 1,000. The university is also offering a fellowship of INR 22,000 per month along with a contingency grant of INR 10,000 to selected research scholars. The last date to submit the application is February 12, 2025, while the entrance examination is scheduled for February 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Applicants can access the online application link and the detailed prospectus through the university’s official website.For the PhD program, the annual fee structure includes a one-time registration fee of INR 18,000 for Medical, Physiotherapy, Dental, and Nursing streams and INR 12,000 for other disciplines, while the tuition fee is INR 90,000 and INR 75,000 respectively. A late fee of INR 2,500 is applicable for all categories, and tuition fees are required to be paid annually in advance without any separate reminders. To be eligible for admission, candidates must have completed a one-year or two-semester master’s degree after a four-year bachelor’s program, or a two-year master’s degree after a three-year bachelor’s program, securing at least 55% marks or equivalent grade. Those who hold an M.Phil. degree with 55% marks or equivalent, including qualifications earned from recognized foreign institutions, are also eligible. A relaxation of 5% in the minimum marks is permitted for SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), EWS, and differently-abled candidates. All applicants—whether appearing for or exempted from the entrance exam—must attend an interview as part of the selection process.Candidates are required to submit various documents along with their application, including matriculation and senior secondary certificates, detailed mark sheets of graduation, post-graduation, and M.Phil. (if applicable), valid NET/SLET/UGC-CSIR/GATE certificates where required, character certificate, caste or EWS certificate (if applicable), experience certificate, NOC from employer for working professionals, passport or student visa for foreign or NRI candidates, two attested passport-sized photographs, migration certificate, anti-ragging undertaking, and any other relevant documents. All original documents must be produced at the time of paying the admission dues. For further queries, applicants can contact the university at info@mmumullana.org or call +91-1731-274475.
292 Extension Lecturers in Haryana Face Job Uncertainty Over PhD Degree ValidityIn a major development, the Haryana Department of Higher Education (DHE) has issued show-cause notices to 292 extension lecturers working in government colleges across the state, questioning the authenticity of their PhD degrees earned from three private universities in Rajasthan. The lecturers have been asked to submit their responses within two days, failing which their services may be discontinued.The notices also require the lecturers to clarify whether they meet the National Eligibility Test (NET) criteria or have any form of judicial protection. They have been instructed to provide valid supporting documents before the department takes a final decision.The controversy arises after the University Grants Commission (UGC) barred the three Rajasthan-based private universities from enrolling PhD scholars for the next five years. This action has raised doubts about the credibility of the doctoral degrees awarded by these institutions.At present, the affected extension lecturers receive a monthly salary of ₹57,700.Sources indicate that the highest number of impacted lecturers are from Mahendragarh district (92), followed by Gurugram (27), Bhiwani (24), and Faridabad (21). Others are posted in districts such as Hisar, Rewari, Karnal, Ambala, Rohtak, Jhajjar, Jind, Yamunanagar, Sonepat, Fatehabad, Kaithal, Nuh, Palwal, Panchkula, and Kurukshetra.The issuance of notices follows a recent interim order by the High Court, which addressed concerns regarding the questionable PhD qualifications.A DHE official stated that the notices provide the lecturers an opportunity to present their case. If no reply is submitted within the specified period, it will be assumed that they have no defence, and appropriate action will be taken accordingly.In its communication to college principals, the DHE highlighted that these lecturers were drawing salaries comparable to regular assistant and associate professors based on their PhD qualifications and claims of meeting UGC eligibility standards. The department has now initiated a detailed review to determine whether these degrees align with UGC norms.Confirming the development, Dr Lokesh Balhara, Principal of Pt Neki Ram Sharma College, Rohtak, said that show-cause notices had been served to five extension lecturers as per the department’s directions.
Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana–Ambala, Haryana, announced the opening of PhD admissions for the academic year 2025 across various disciplines. As per the official admission notification, eligible candidates were invited to apply online for doctoral research programmes. The university offered a monthly fellowship of ₹22,000 along with an annual contingency grant of ₹10,000 to selected full-time PhD scholars. The last date for submission of applications was 12 February 2025, and the PhD entrance examination was scheduled for 15 February 2025 at 11:00 AM. The admission process included details related to eligibility criteria, application procedure, fee structure, and selection guidelines. This announcement confirmed active doctoral-level academic and research activities at the university during 2025 and was reported by national education portals as a PhD-related admission update.
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