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Professor M. Jagadesh Kumar, the outgoing Chairman of the University Grants Commission (ugc), has retired after leading the body since February 2022. His tenure was marked by student-centric reforms and significant changes in India's higher education landscape. Kumar, a distinguished academic and former Vice-Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), leaves behind a legacy of transformation in the educational sector, with his focus on accessibility and quality in universities. His leadership continues to influence ugc's direction.

The University Grants Commission (ugc) has notified new regulations to streamline the recognition of foreign qualifications in India. Effective from March 22, 2024, the rules introduce a structured, technology-driven equivalence framework aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. ugc Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar said the reform will eliminate procedural delays and help make India’s higher education system globally competitive and inclusive, benefiting students with international degrees and promoting fair recognition of foreign credentials.

The NTA has released the ugc NET December 2024 certificates for candidates who passed the exam. This step-by-step guide explains how to access and download your certificate from the official website. Candidates need to log in with their application number and date of birth to retrieve the certificate. The article also offers information on certificate validity, support contacts, and troubleshooting steps for those facing issues during the download process.

Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) rumors suggest Rockstar Games might incorporate user-generated content (ugc), potentially revolutionizing the franchise. This feature could empower players to craft custom missions, modify environments, and personalize gameplay. Rockstar has reportedly consulted creators from platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, signaling a significant shift towards player-driven content creation within the GTA universe.

The governance dispute at Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics has intensified after trustees replaced economist Sanjeev Sanyal with ex-judge SC Dharmadhikari as chancellor. Interim VC Shankar Das challenged the decision, citing ugc regulations, while the Servants of India Society accused Sanyal of inaction over the institution's declining credentials, prompting demands for a new chancellor.

The Madras High Court ruled that ugc regulations on minimum qualifications for teachers do not apply to minority institutions, emphasizing the protection of their cultural and educational identities. The court quashed orders denying appointments at several colleges, reinforcing minority rights and constitutional commitments.

The University Grants Commission (ugc) warns about a rise in fake universities offering invalid degrees. Students are advised to verify the recognition status of institutions on the ugc website. Complaints about unapproved programs can be emailed to ugc[email protected]. The ugc emphasizes the importance of due diligence to secure valid qualifications.