Shimla: In a key decision aimed at easing employment access, the Himachal Pradesh Cabinet today approved changes to the state’s Compassionate Employment Policy. The meeting was chaired by Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. As per the new policy, the income limit for eligible families has been raised from ₹2.5 lakh to ₹3 lakh per ...
Solan: The Shoolini Centre for Distance and Online Education (SCDOE), in collaboration with the Yogananda School of AI and The Learning Team, conducted a five-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) titled “AI Toolkit for Career Success”. The FDP was led by Dr. Amar Raj Singh, Director of SCDOE, as part of the university’s Train-the-Trainer initiative. The FDP ...
Solan: Four MSc (Post Harvest Management) students from the Department of Food Science and Technology at Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, have successfully cleared the Research Entrance Test conducted by the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), qualifying for admission to its doctoral programme. The students Priyanka Thakur, Tanveen ...
Palampur: Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Assistant Professor at CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University, Palampur, has earned a prestigious International Travel Grant from the Houghton Trust, UK. The grant will support his participation in the 23rd World Veterinary Poultry Association (WVPA) Congress, scheduled to be held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia from October 6–10, 2025. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Naveen ...
Shimla: GeniusMentor, India’s top AI-based education platform, has teamed up with APG Shimla University in a major step forward for personalized learning. This fresh partnership aims to reshape education by blending cutting-edge AI tools with the university’s strong academic roots. The collaboration was formalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Mridu Andotra, ...
Shimla: APG Shimla University organized a warm orientation and welcome ceremony on Thursday to kickstart the new academic year. The event was held in the university auditorium and marked the official beginning for students across all faculties. The ceremony featured IAS officer Abhishek Verma, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Shimla, as the Chief Guest. He ...
Solan: Mrs. Poonam Nanda, Director of Sustainability and Community Engagement at Shoolini University, has been honoured with the prestigious C-Positive Award by the Rising India Foundation and the Texas School of Mental Health. The award recognises her exceptional courage as a three-time cancer survivor and her continuous efforts to spread awareness about early detection and ...
Solan: Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni has invited applications for its one-year practical oriented Diploma Programme in Fruit and Vegetable Processing and Bakery products for the academic session 2025-26. The diploma is run by the Department of Food Science and Technology of the university. The programme aims to train students to start ...
Solan: The two-day long 2nd Himachal Pradesh State Swimming Championship came to a thrilling conclusion at The Lawrence School, Sanawar, amidst much enthusiasm, celebration, and sportsmanship. The championship, which witnessed 178 swimmers from 12 districts of Himachal Pradesh, including five school teams, brought together young aquatic talent under one roof to compete and showcase their swimming excellence. The event ...
Solan: Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni is currently accepting applications for admission to its Bachelor of Library and Information Science (B.Lib. & I.Sc.) programme for the academic session 2025–26. The programme is of one year duration, spread over two semesters, and will be offered in both Regular and Distance Learning modes. A total ...
Solan: A five-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) titled “Educators of Tomorrow” was held at Shoolini University which brought together 150 faculty members to learn and grow with modern teaching tools and ideas. Organised under the leadership of Dr. Ashoo Khosla, Chief Learning Officer at Shoolini University, the FDP focused on key themes such as the ...
Shimla: The serene hills of Sanawar came alive with energy and excitement today as The Lawrence School, Sanawar proudly hosted the Second Himachal Pradesh State Swimming Championship, 2025 at its world-class swimming complex. A total of 178 promising young swimmers from districts across the state—Shimla, Kangra, Mandi, Solan, Una, Baddi, Palampur, and Hamirpur—converged on campus for the two-day aquatic showdown, competing ...
Solan: In a moment of global recognition, Prof Atul Khosla, Founder, President and Vice Chancellor Shoolini University, has been listed among the world’s Top 200 Voices in Education by LinkedIn. This prestigious recognition celebrates influential thought leaders shaping the future of education across the globe. Marking 15 years since he moved to Solan to help ...
Solan: Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, has entered into a partnership with Mahindra Summit Agrisciences Ltd. to foster collaborative research, knowledge exchange and academic cooperation in the fields of horticulture, forestry and allied disciplines. The MoU was formalized this week between Prof. Rajeshwar Singh Chandel, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of the University and ...
Shimla: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today offered prayers at Jakhu Temple in Shimla, seeking peace and prosperity for the people of the State and took part in the installation ceremony of a 108-feet high Hanuman Dhwaja (flag) in the temple premises. While interacting with media persons, the Chief Minister said that the historic ...
