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DMC Staff to Receive Salary Boost in Line with 7th Pay Commission Recommendations

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The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) staff is finally set to receive a salary boost in line with the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission after a seven-year wait. This decision will impact both current and former NDMC employees, specifically those who retired before December 31, 2015. The announcement was made by Kuljit Chahal, an NDMC member, who stated that all departments within the NDMC would implement the salary structure outlined in the 7th Pay Commission. This proposal was presented during a council meeting held on August 23, 2023. In addition to this significant change, there was a suggestion to extend the Delhi Transco Limited (DTL) pay scales to other NDMC sections, such as accounts, audit, and law departments, covering the period from April 1, 1998, to December 31, 2015. Chahal stressed that this move aims to prevent legal disputes and ensure satisfaction among affected personnel. Furthermore, adopting the 7th CPC is expected to streamline long-pending promotion processes, with no deductions from employee salaries for any recoveries. Chahal also highlighted ongoing efforts by the NDMC, including addressing matters like regularizing 4,500 regular must-roll (RMR) employees and providing job opportunities for compassionate employees.

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Major General (Dr.) Mandip Singh, SM, VSM, President Strategic Alliances, DroneAcharya, Shares the USP of the Company

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“We want to train any youth who wants to fly a drone,” says Major General (Dr.) Mandip Singh, SM, VSM, President Strategic Alliances, DroneAcharya, in an Interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media Group at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSANewDelhi #ELSAGurugram How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Delhi? It’s truly amazing. In fact, I am so glad that we got an opportunity to come here. It’s something that I think the idea has come, and I’m so glad that the new education policy, which is focusing so much on skills, is being actually talked about at length in this seminar and gathering, both at the university level and at the school level. As far as we are concerned at Dronacharya, we are basically a company that is into training and services, and our view is that we must inculcate the idea of aviation and drone technology at the school level, starting from class six. So I am here to propagate this idea. You must be aware that the Prime Minister has a mission and vision that India must be the global hub of drones by 2030. So, we would like to actively contribute to that vision. What’s the USP of Dronacharya? Dronacharya is a training company, it’s derived from guru ‘Dronacharya’ in the Mahabharata who was the guru of the Pandavas and the Kauravas. We picked up from there, and that’s how we are into training. We want to train any youth who wants to fly a drone. Today, it’s very simple. If you want to drive a car or a scooter, you need a license. Similarly, if you want to fly a drone, you need a license. We are a qualified RPTO (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator), and we provide DGCA-certified training. Once you complete the course, you get a qualified DGCA certificate and a license to fly a drone for 10 years. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? More power to ArdorComm Media! If this is the second anniversary, let’s hope that every year it only improves and gets better. Thank you so much for inviting me; it’s been a pleasure to interact with you.

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Prof. Pratyusha Kumar Mandal, Secretary, NCERT, MoE, Govt. of India, Shares Insights on Transformative steps taken by NCERT

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“Textbooks developed by NCERT are available online, and the digital versions are enriched with additional information as learning aids,” says Prof. Pratyusha Kumar Mandal, Secretary, NCERT, MoE, Govt. of India, in an interview with Chandan Anand, CEO & Group Editor, ArdorComm Media Group at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSANewDelhi #ELSAGurugram What has been your takeaway, and experience at today’s event? I must say that this is a wonderful effort by you to bring so many people who are holding leadership positions in their respective schools and other organizations on one common platform to share their experiences. It’s only after sharing such experiences that we can find the way to implement the National Education Policy 2020. In today’s e-learning and digital era, there are a lot of changes happening in the publication sector. In what ways is NCERT working to make reading habits more interesting and engaging for kids? This is inevitable because the two worlds are now merging with each other—the traditional way of learning from textbooks and the new way of learning from digital platforms. NCERT is actively engaged in the work of bringing the two together. Textbooks developed by NCERT are available online, and the digital versions are enriched with additional information as learning aids. You can find a scan code in every textbook that provides access to additional material on the NROER platform. The two worlds are joining together seamlessly. When it comes to selecting educational publications, schools often have choices. What criteria should schools keep in mind when selecting publications? It’s essential to see whether the textbook you’ve chosen fulfils the expectations laid down in the learning outcomes of the curriculum. If the textbook meets those standards, you are free to choose it. NCERT makes every endeavour to develop curricular material that meets the expectations of the curriculum in terms of learning outcomes. If another publication meets these demands, you can choose it without any problem. Parents often consider the thickness or weight of a book when selecting textbooks for their children. How has NCERT addressed this concern? The thickness of a book depends on the number of case studies or examples needed to understand a particular concept thoroughly. India is a vast country, and textbooks need to reach every child. Therefore, case studies must come from areas where children reside, so they can connect with the textbook. The focus should not be on the number of pages but on whether the core concepts are well explained. The intention is not to overwhelm students with a proliferation of concepts but to focus on core concepts to ensure their learning progression. We are celebrating the third year of the National Education Policy’s announcement under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. How are you looking forward to this event? Many such events are required because the message of the National Education Policy needs to reach the last person in the country and beyond, considering India’s large diaspora. The policy has been designed to address the needs and aspirations of people living in India and abroad. NCERT has been relentlessly pioneering this effort. The National Curriculum Framework for the Foundational Stage has already been released, along with the required curricular materials. Foundational stage education has been institutionally recognized and empowered with the necessary curricular material for teachers and young learners. Any message you’d like to give to ArdorComm Media on its 2nd anniversary? It was quite a surprise for me. It was such a beautiful convention, and I wish all the best to you and your team. I look forward to many more such conventions in the future.

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Roshni Vijayan, Principal of The Cambridge International School in Bangalore, Shares Insights at Education Leadership Summit

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“We encourage our students to apply their learning across different disciplines with an entrepreneurial mindset,” says Roshni Vijayan, Principal of The Cambridge International School in Bangalore, in an Interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media Group at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSANewDelhi #ELSAGurugram How are you feeling about witnessing the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Delhi? Thank you for inviting me over, and it’s a great pleasure to be here, to understand the future of education with regard to the National Education Policy (NEP) and its implementation. At the same time how are we going to be futuristic about implementing the various skill educations that are required to get our children future ready for 2030. How are you implementing technology in your school? We’ve implemented technology in an interdisciplinary manner. All our classrooms are smart classrooms, and our teachers are Microsoft certified, making us a digitally aware school. We encourage our students to apply their learning across different disciplines with an entrepreneurial mindset. In forums like this, where education leaders, EdTech players, and government representatives come together, how do you think such events benefit the education sector? Such forums are crucial for educators as they provide opportunities to network and understand the various learning platforms available in the market. Having speakers who work directly with the government, like Dr. Anup and Dr. Pratyusha from NCERT today, is encouraging. These events promote joyful learning for children, reduce the fear of examinations, and emphasize practical application of knowledge. Any message for our ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? ArdorComm Media is doing a wonderful job in bringing educators together, motivating us to be abreast with the latest technologies in learning and also bringing awareness in terms of what education has to offer on a nationwide forum and also helping us to collaborate and understand how we can implement it further in our schools.

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India Rejoices as Chandrayaan-3 Successfully Lands on Moon’s South Pole

/ Governance Community

In a monumental achievement for India’s space exploration endeavours, Chandrayaan-3, the third lunar mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), successfully executed a soft landing on the Moon’s south pole today at 6:04 PM local time. The world watched in awe as India became the first country to reach this challenging region of the lunar surface. Chandrayaan-3 Mission:'India🇮🇳,I reached my destinationand you too!': Chandrayaan-3 Chandrayaan-3 has successfullysoft-landed on the moon 🌖!. Congratulations, India🇮🇳!#Chandrayaan_3#Ch3 — ISRO (@isro) August 23, 2023 The historic event was accompanied by live telecasts and updates, building anticipation across the nation and around the globe. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation following the successful landing, stated, “No country has reached there (the South Pole of the moon) before. With the hard work of our scientists, we have reached there.” He hailed the achievement as a symbol of India’s progress and innovation. Leaders from various sectors and regions joined in congratulating ISRO and the nation on this remarkable feat. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated the momentous occasion, and sweets were distributed at the Embassy of India in the United States in honor of the Chandrayaan-3’s success. PM Modi, who was in South Africa for the BRICS Summit, connected to ISRO via video conferencing to witness the historic moment firsthand. The mood at ISRO’s Mission Operation Complex in Bengaluru was one of jubilation as the nation’s pride soared high. Chandrayaan-3’s journey to this point was marked by meticulous planning and unwavering dedication from the ISRO team. The spacecraft underwent rigorous checks, and the mission was on schedule as the lander, named Vikram, began its descent. The mission’s success was not without its challenges. Chandrayaan-3’s landing was a complex process that involved reducing its speed from over 6,000 km/hr to nearly zero, transitioning from horizontal to vertical orientation, and finally achieving a soft landing on the lunar surface. Dr. Anand, a senior scientific officer at Nehru Planetarium in Bengaluru, assured the public that all instruments on the lander were functioning as expected. He praised ISRO’s preparedness for the mission. Chandrayaan-3’s success reflects India’s commitment to space exploration and engineering technology. The mission opens new horizons for lunar research and cements India’s position in the elite group of nations capable of reaching the Moon’s surface. The achievement comes after lessons learned from Chandrayaan-2, where the lander’s connection was lost above 2 kilometers. ISRO’s dedication to improvement and determination to succeed have now borne fruit with Chandrayaan-3. As the nation celebrates this historic milestone, it marks the dawn of a new era in India’s space exploration endeavors, inspiring the world with its commitment to scientific progress and innovation.

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Shruti Sharma, HOS, Delhi International School, Dwarka, Highlights on the Vision for School Education

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“I feel that the vision should be to skill every individual,” says Shruti Sharma, HOS, Delhi International School, Dwarka, in an Interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media Group at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSANewDelhi #ELSAGurugram How are you feeling about witnessing the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Delhi? I think it is very informative and carries a lot of insights. Every school and educational institute would benefit from it because the information, anecdotes, and examples being shared are valuable. The theme of our event is India Vision 2030. What should be the vision for the school education sector going forward? I feel that the vision should be to skill every individual. So, as of now we are doing teaching learning and now we have started to move on that pathway of focusing on every individual but yet a long way to go. So, I would state that skills as per the individual should be encouraged. In forums like this, where we bring together education leaders, EdTech players, and government representatives, how do you think such events benefit the education sector? It does as I already stated that there are a lot of anecdotes and there are a lot of stories and examples that are getting exchanged. The example that I shared in speaking panel today was applauded a lot and probably even if one out of these many would adhere to that it is going to make a huge change. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? I would say it’s a phenomenal job and work done by you all, gathering all the educationalists and panellists on this forum for making us further skilled. So, thank you and all the best.

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India’s Chandrayaan-3 Moon Landing: A Bold Leap Towards Lunar Exploration

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In just a few hours, India’s Chandrayaan-3 is set to attempt a historic soft landing on the moon’s southern pole. If successful, India will join an elite group of countries, including the US, China, and the former Soviet Union, in achieving this remarkable feat. The critical moment for the mission lies in the final 15 to 20 minutes, during which the Vikram lander, carrying the rover Pragyan, will gently touch down. The excitement surrounding this lunar touchdown is palpable, with celebrations and prayers being held in anticipation. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will broadcast the landing live on its website, while DD National TV will begin its live coverage at 5:27 PM. The Chandrayaan-3 mission embarked on its journey from Sriharikota on July 14. The descent of the Vikram lander towards the lunar surface begins at a rapid velocity of 1.68 km per second. It then undergoes a deceleration process, but it’s still almost parallel to the moon’s surface. This phase, known as the rough braking phase, lasts for approximately 11 minutes. The critical transition to a vertical position relative to the moon’s surface marks the start of the fine braking phase. Any slight error in this delicate descent process could lead to a crash or damage to the spacecraft. A soft landing, in essence, involves a spacecraft descending and landing on the moon’s surface in a controlled manner without causing substantial harm to either the craft itself or its scientific instruments. However, there are significant challenges associated with achieving a soft landing, including overcoming high speeds and executing a precisely controlled descent. Chandrayaan-3 faces the daunting task of navigating these hurdles as it aims to make history on the lunar surface.

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Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Unveils New Curriculum Framework: Board Exams Twice a Year, Best Scores to Count

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Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, has unveiled the finalized curriculum framework in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Under this new framework, textbooks corresponding to these changes will be created and introduced for the academic session starting in 2024. According to the NCF, board exams will now be held twice a year, allowing students to retain their best scores. This adjustment aims to provide students with ample time and opportunities to excel academically. It empowers students to choose when to sit for board exams in subjects they feel confident about. The focus of these board exams will shift towards assessing students’ understanding and competency rather than encouraging rote learning and memorization. Another significant change is that students in classes 11 and 12 will be required to study two languages, with at least one being an Indian language. The traditional limitations on subject choices based on academic streams will also be eliminated, granting students more flexibility. Moreover, there are plans for school boards to eventually offer ‘on-demand’ exams. Additionally, those involved in designing and evaluating board exams will need to complete university-certified courses to enhance their skills in this area. Furthermore, the new framework discourages the practice of covering textbooks in classrooms, emphasizing the need to optimize textbook costs. These changes signal a comprehensive transformation in the education system, with a focus on holistic learning and flexibility.

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Shweta Rastogi, British Council Certified, Career Coach, Soft Skills Trainer, Faculty, IIMT University, Shares Insights on Technology Implementation at IIMT

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“We have technology embedded in various aspects of our university,” says Shweta Rastogi, British Council Certified, Career Coach, Soft Skills Trainer, Faculty IIMT University, in an Interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media Group at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSANewDelhi #ELSAGurugram How are you feeling about witnessing the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Delhi? Thank you for this bright opportunity. It’s a vibrant platform where people from different universities have come together. I’m looking forward to it, and such events give us a boost. How are you implementing technology in your University? We have technology embedded in various aspects of our university. We have a digital library, we focus on research and development. We recently got the diamond ranking in terms of outcome-based education and all these are the testimonies where IIMT stands upright and like among top 100 in India among those universities in NIRF ranking and as well as when you talk about other ranking also we are among the top 36 universities. So, I think I carry it with pride that I am a part of the university with such a legacy which has been there from 1994. The event’s theme is India Vision 2030. What’s your take on the NEP, which shares a similar vision? Implementing the new education policy is a significant task. The NEP aligns with the vision of 2030, and it’s crucial to consider sustainable development goals, including education and equality, which we’re discussing at this forum. In forums like this, where education leaders, industry experts, and government representatives come together, how does this benefit the education sector? Such forums provide a common platform for networking and collaboration. Participants from various universities, organizations, and startups can build relationships and work together to enhance the education sector. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? You’re doing great work, and I appreciate the organizers for their efforts. Congratulations on your two-year anniversary. It’s a significant milestone, and events like these provide a platform for us to showcase our efforts to the world.

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Gurshaan Singh Sarla, Lead – Growth, ExtraaEdge, Highlights the USP of the Company

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Gurshaan Singh Sarla

“ExtraaEdge is a CRM software that automates the entire marketing automation of a company,” says Gurshaan Singh Sarla, Lead – Growth, ExtraaEdge, in an Interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media Group at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSANewDelhi #ELSAGurugram How are you feeling about witnessing the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Delhi? It has been a good experience since yesterday. We’ve had many colleges, universities, standalone institutes, and schools visiting. It’s been interesting to learn about their vision for the transformation of education in the years to come, especially looking ahead to 2030. What is ExtraaEdge offering for the higher education as well as the school education sector? ExtraaEdge is a CRM software that automates the entire marketing automation of a company enabling a company and an Institute specifically or a university, optimizing their marketing the resources and funds that they have reducing their funds from 100 to 80 to 70 percent so that the resources are used the right way and we ensure there is no lead leakage no lead duplicacy and the entirely nurturing and lead management is done the right way. We also have special features like WhatsApp bot, superbot, live chat that other companies are not giving right now so we try to optimize the maximum possibility of any University in terms of the leads are nurtured the right way so entire pre-admission process and post application process is handled by ExtraaEdge. We are based out of Pune and we have many centres across India right now. Many companies operate in the same space as ExtraaEdge. What is your unique selling proposition (USP)? Our USP is WhatsApp bot, live chat and our 100 percent capacity to optimize your marketing funds that you have decided for your University for any specific season, our duty is reducing that to 20 to 30 percent. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? Congratulations to Ashish and Chandan for this grand success. We look forward to better events in the coming years and for better footfalls in the years ahead.

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