Education

How the ‘Office of International Affairs at SRM University Delhi NCR, Sonepat’, Supported International Students During Pandemic Crisis!

, an African student from Nigeria, pursuing his Ph. D. at the Mechanical Department at SRM University, Sonepat, recalls the days when he was planning to visit his hometown, and the second wave of coronavirus outbreak happened in April 2021

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4 years ago

November 15, 2021

November 15: Abdullahi Ibrahim Haruna, an African student from Nigeria, pursuing his Ph. D. at the Mechanical Department at SRM University, Sonepat, recalls the days when he was planning to visit his hometown, and the second wave of coronavirus outbreak happened in April 2021. He was struck in India then and acknowledged how the University officials supported him at those challenging times. He recollects the time when there was no one at the University except a few other International Students.

He extends his gratitude towards the SRMUH team for taking absolute care of the international students as they did in normal times. All the campus facilities, even the canteen, kept running in the lockdown period. Not only that, as the students did not have the Aadhar Card (citizen identification card), the vaccination was a big hurdle for them. But the University took all the possible measures to get him and other students vaccinated. As a result, he has already received his first dose of Covishield. Haruna thinks that the University tackled the situation in the best way possible, especially because domestic students and most staff left for their native places.

Another story was shared by a student from Afghanistan, Quaasim, who completed his MBA in India when political instability in his country struck him back. He recalls the crucial times when he felt helpless as he couldn’t go back to his country. In addition, his father suffered huge losses in business. So he contacted the Office of International Affairs and expressed his interest in pursuing his PhD in Management. According to him, Mr. Vikas Bajaj at the International Affairs Department was very supportive and assisted him in preparing his file and documentation. He also helped him secure a scholarship at the University. Mr. Bajaj said, “We work for the noble cause of enlightening the world; hence we support students from diverse backgrounds from multifaceted cultures and geographies.”

The International Affairs Director, Mr. Manoj Madhavan Kutty, quoted, “India is also regarded as a communication centre and is popular among international students from all over the globe. India is an academic hub that offers a holistic learning opportunity to course-seekers. The University has witnessed organic admissions, majorly from Africa and SAARC countries. In Indian Universities, English is a common communication language. This makes it very appealing for the global community. For an international student, the advantage of studying in India is that the cost of education is relatively low in comparison to other countries.”

The Student Exchange Programs

SRMUH conducts student exchange programmes with colleges (both students and faculty) all across the globe. These programmes broaden students’ horizons, teach them about multiculturalism, and expose them to management dynamics in various nations. We have established worldwide networks with institutions in the USA, UK, Germany, China, Australia etc nations to give maximum exposure to our university students. The multinational faculty provides all the key aspects of the global and cultural viewpoint. They encourage global education, improve research quality and increase exposure to global trends.

Here is what SRMUH assures through the progressive international collaborations:

Advising on methods and procedures to improve higher education to International Standards
Identifying and fostering collaboration with reputable universities and enterprises globally
Developing research proposals for both Indian and International funding

For More Information about the University, one can visit https://srmuniversity.ac.in/

Jobs

Amazon to cut 30,000 corporate jobs amid AI-driven restructuring

Amazon will lay off 30,000 corporate employees this week, its biggest cut since 2022, as CEO Andy Jassy drives AI-led efficiency and cost reductions.

Published

5 months ago

October 28, 2025

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Amazon is preparing to lay off around 30,000 corporate employees this week, marking its biggest job reduction since late 2022, when it eliminated about 27,000 positions. The move is part of CEO Andy Jassy’s ongoing effort to streamline operations and counter overhiring during the pandemic-driven boom.

Largest corporate layoff since 2022

The planned layoffs will affect nearly 10% of Amazon’s corporate workforce — roughly 350,000 employees — though it represents a small portion of the company’s overall 1.55 million-strong staff. The job cuts are expected across multiple departments, including human resources (People Experience and Technology), operations, devices and services, and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Managers in affected teams were trained on Monday to handle the layoff process before email notifications began rolling out Tuesday morning.

Efficiency push and AI automation

The restructuring comes as Jassy pushes to reduce “bureaucracy” and simplify management layers. Amazon has even introduced an anonymous complaint line to flag inefficiencies, reportedly leading to over 450 process changes.

The company’s increased adoption of artificial intelligence tools has accelerated the shift. Jassy previously said AI automation would eliminate repetitive tasks, potentially reducing headcount. Analysts believe Amazon is realizing significant productivity gains through these technologies, supporting its decision to trim staff.

Pressure on AWS and holiday hiring plans

While AWS remains Amazon’s largest profit driver, its recent growth has lagged behind competitors. AWS reported $30.9 billion in second-quarter sales — up 17.5% — compared to 39% for Microsoft Azure and 32% for Google Cloud. Estimates indicate AWS revenue rose to $32 billion in the third quarter, marking a slight slowdown.

Despite the layoffs, Amazon plans to hire 250,000 seasonal workers ahead of the holiday shopping season, maintaining the same level as the previous two years.

Stock reaction and internal reshuffling

Amazon shares rose 1.2% to $226.97 on Monday, just days ahead of its third-quarter earnings announcement. The company also reorganized a segment of its human resources division focused on diversity initiatives, promoting several employees into new roles.

Education

CBSE releases tentative datesheets for Class 10, 12 board exams 2026

CBSE has released the tentative schedule for Class 10 and 12 board exams 2026. The exams will run from February 17 to July 15, 2026, for over 45 lakh students across India and 26 countries.

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6 months ago

September 24, 2025

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CBSE releases tentative datesheets for Class 10, 12 board exams 2026

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the tentative datesheets for the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations for the academic year 2025-26. According to the notification, the exams will be conducted between February 17 and July 15, 2026.

CBSE said that around 45 lakh students are expected to appear in the board examinations, covering 204 subjects across India and 26 countries abroad.

Exams To Be Conducted

The schedule covers multiple categories of examinations, including:

Main Examinations for Classes 10 and 12
Examinations for Sports Students (Class 12)
Second Board Examinations (Class 10)
Supplementary Examinations (Class 12)

Along with the written tests, the board will also coordinate practical exams, evaluation, and post-result processes to ensure timely completion and declaration of results.

Evaluation Timeline

CBSE has outlined a structured plan for evaluation. The checking of answer sheets will begin about 10 days after each subject’s exam and is expected to be completed within 12 days.

For example, if the Class 12 Physics exam is held on February 20, 2026, the evaluation process will start on March 3 and conclude by March 15.

Tentative Datesheets

The board clarified that these date sheets are tentative. The final versions will be released after schools submit the final list of candidates appearing for the examinations.

The CBSE has urged schools and students to treat these dates as indicative and to continue their preparations in accordance with the tentative schedule.

Education

SBI clerk recruitment 2025: Registration begins for 6,589 vacancies, apply now

State Bank of India has initiated the recruitment for 6,589 clerk posts. Online application is now open for eligible candidates with exams scheduled for September and November 2025.

Published

7 months ago

August 6, 2025

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The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially started the registration process for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025, inviting applications for 6,589 Junior Associate (Clerk) posts. The online application window opened on August 6, 2025, and interested candidates can apply through the official SBI website.

Of the total vacancies, 5,180 are regular and 1,409 are backlog vacancies. The category-wise breakdown includes 2,255 for General, 788 for SC, 450 for ST, 1,179 for OBC, and 508 for EWS candidates.

Eligibility criteria

Educational Qualification:
Applicants must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year students are also eligible, provided they complete their degree by December 31, 2025.

Age Limit:
Candidates should be between 20 to 28 years as of April 1, 2025 (born between April 2, 1997 and April 1, 2005). Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Selection process

The recruitment process involves three stages:

Preliminary Examination:
A 100-mark online test to screen candidates.
Main Examination:
Comprises 190 questions, carrying 200 marks, with a duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Language Proficiency Test:
Required for those who haven’t studied the local language in Class 10 or 12.

Importantly, only the marks scored in the Main Exam will determine the final merit list, subject to document verification and the language test.