Challenge of Covid behind: DU looking towards Mission 300, opening campuses abroad
3 years, 10 months ago

Challenge of Covid behind: DU looking towards Mission 300, opening campuses abroad

India Today  

Delhi University is all set to open after the Covid-19 challenge, but many of the challenges remain to be resolved. While talking to India Today, Delhi University’s acting Vice-Chancellor P C Joshi has made it clear that now the administration has some unique plans to make a mark in the new changed scenario. Although Delhi University is working without a regular Vice-Chancellor, the administration has moved swiftly during the Covid days. Here are some excerpts from the Interview taken by India Today's Deputy Editor Kumar Kunal- How the university sailed through the Covid-19 challenge, new innovations, and a way ahead for the future Like our PM Narendra Modi has said on various occasions, we have taken the Covid challenge as an opportunity. Colleges and classes at full capacity will start soon Delhi University is the premiere central university.

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Delhi University to get two new campuses and Veer Savarkar College, here's all you need to know
4 days, 23 hours ago

Delhi University to get two new campuses and Veer Savarkar College, here's all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Delhi University is set to expand by laying the foundation stone for three new projects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stones for the projects at the Delhi University campus Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stones for the projects at the Delhi University campus: the Veer Savarkar College in Roshanpura, Najafgarh; an academic block for …

DU undergraduate students may soon be able to complete a semester at foreign universities
2 weeks, 5 days ago

DU undergraduate students may soon be able to complete a semester at foreign universities

The Hindu  

From the next academic year, Delhi University students might have the option to complete a semester at a foreign university. There is a thrust on institutes in Asia.” He added that under such MOUs, the semester fees in foreign institutes will be waived, but students might have to cover their accommodation and travel costs. In pipeline Over the coming months, …

Delhi University releases admission schedule for undergraduate courses
5 months, 1 week ago

Delhi University releases admission schedule for undergraduate courses

The Hindu  

Delhi University on Thursday released its schedule for allocation-cum-admissions for undergraduate courses, kicking off the second phase of the Common Seat Allocation System under which candidates can mark their preferences for colleges and programmes on the DU dashboard. While the university was expected to have started classes for first-year students by now, the admission process was pushed due to a …

Students hit by Covid pandemic to get chance to complete DU degrees
10 months ago

Students hit by Covid pandemic to get chance to complete DU degrees

Hindustan Times  

The executive council of the Delhi University passed a budget estimate of ₹1,717.45 crore for the financial year 2024-2025 in a meeting on Friday, EC members aware of the matter said, adding that the vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh has approved a special plan for students affected by the pandemic to complete their degrees. The executive council also decided that students who …

Delhi colleges abuzz as DU begins academic year
1 year, 4 months ago

Delhi colleges abuzz as DU begins academic year

Hindustan Times  

Delhi University bustles with activity on Wednesday as first-year students began the new academic session even as they were welcomed by colleges with ceremonies and orientation sessions. First-year students at the start of the new academic session at Miranda House, in New Delhi on Wednesday Priyanka Puri, a professor of geography at Miranda House, said that freshers were welcomed by …

DU UG admissions 2022: Delhi University to soon launch CSAS portal; check details
2 years, 4 months ago

DU UG admissions 2022: Delhi University to soon launch CSAS portal; check details

Firstpost  

The university was earlier expected to launch the admission portal by the last week of August. Since there was a delay in the result declaration, the launch of the portal was subsequently delayed as well The University of Delhi is expected to soon launch the Common Seat Allocation System portal for admission to undergraduate courses. University’s Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh, in …

Delhi University colleges reopen, students return to campus after two years
2 years, 10 months ago

Delhi University colleges reopen, students return to campus after two years

Firstpost  

Colleges under DU were closed in March 2020 following the outbreak of coronavirus in the country New Delhi: Colleges in the city reopened on Thursday after being shut for almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with students saying that they are excited to be back on campus. The Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station, near the Delhi University, was jampacked as …

DU colleges reopen, students back on campus after two years
2 years, 10 months ago

DU colleges reopen, students back on campus after two years

Hindustan Times  

Colleges in the city reopened on Thursday after being shut for almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with students saying that they are excited to be back on campus. Students rejoice as Delhi University opens after almost two years Photo : Manoj Verma / HT) The Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station, near the Delhi University, was jampacked as a large …

Delhi University reopens for all students after two years
2 years, 10 months ago

Delhi University reopens for all students after two years

India TV News  

Highlights DU resumed offline classes for all students after a gap of two years on Feb 17 As per norms, those coming from outstation will have to quarantine for 3 days before attending class Besides, colleges have been asked to promote vaccination among the unvaccinated The University of Delhi resumed offline classes for all students after a gap of two …

UGC directs universities, colleges to reopen campus for offline classes
2 years, 10 months ago

UGC directs universities, colleges to reopen campus for offline classes

India Today  

The University Grants Commission, UGC, has asked the universities and colleges to reopen their campuses for physical/offline classes. UGC took to its official Twitter account and tweeted information regarding the same.The official notice reads, "Keeping in view the Covid-19 situation in their respective regions, the HEIs may open their campuses and conduct classes and examinations in offline/online/blended mode following Covid-19 …

DU Reopening From February 17, Three-Day Isolation Must for Students Traveling to Delhi
2 years, 10 months ago

DU Reopening From February 17, Three-Day Isolation Must for Students Traveling to Delhi

News 18  

The University of Delhi will reopen from February 17, the decision regarding reopening came after the academic council meeting held earlier on Wednesday, February 9. The appropriate time is required for students to arrange their travel from their respective home towns to Delhi to attend classes in offline mode,” said DU in an official notice. DU proctor Rajni Abbi told …

When Will Delhi University Reopen?
2 years, 11 months ago

When Will Delhi University Reopen?

News 18  

The Delhi Disaster Management Association has given a nod to the reopening of higher educational institutes. Notably, while many other universities in Delhi including IP University, Ambedkar among others had reopened their campuses in the meanwhile with precautions, DU is yet to reopen. After the DDMA’s nod Delhi University vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh said that the varsity will open in a …

Student Organisations of DU Halt Stir Demanding Campus Reopening as Covid Cases Rise in Delhi
3 years ago

Student Organisations of DU Halt Stir Demanding Campus Reopening as Covid Cases Rise in Delhi

News 18  

The SFI and other student organisations of the Delhi University, which have been protesting for close to two months to reopen the campus, halted their stir on Monday because of rising Covid cases and the restrictions imposed by the city government. Addressing the gathering, Aarushi Sharma, the Secretary of the Student Federation of India’s Miranda House Unit said, “The DU …

Delhi University to wait for Delhi Government's orders before reopening colleges
3 years, 2 months ago

Delhi University to wait for Delhi Government's orders before reopening colleges

India Today  

As the number of Covid-19 cases fluctuates, Delhi University students and teachers are still not clear about the reopening of colleges. The university has said that it will wait for guidelines from the Delhi government before reopening the colleges. If the situation remains fine, we will think," DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh had told PTI on Tuesday when asked about reopening …

DU Admissions 2021: ECA admission grievance registration opens today, direct link here
3 years, 2 months ago

DU Admissions 2021: ECA admission grievance registration opens today, direct link here

India TV News  

The Delhi University has formed a committee for Extra-Curricular Activities admission grievance redressal. Candidates under the said category can register their grievances from the official website of DU admission -- admission.uod.ac.in. The final centralised ECA merit list for each category and sub-category along with a ranking of candidates for admission to UG courses will be displayed after redressal of grievances …

DU Admission 2021: Delhi University 3rd cutoff list based admission begins today | How to apply
3 years, 2 months ago

DU Admission 2021: Delhi University 3rd cutoff list based admission begins today | How to apply

India TV News  

The Delhi University 's admission process on the basis of third cut-off list will commence from Monday and will continue till October 21. In several DU colleges, in the second cut-off list, the cut-off remained 100 per cent. DU Admission 2021 under 3rd Cut off: List of courses available in Top Colleges College Courses Available Lady Shri Ram College for …

Delhi University 2nd Cut off 2021 LIVE Updates: Second List Released, Cut off Remains at 100%
3 years, 2 months ago

Delhi University 2nd Cut off 2021 LIVE Updates: Second List Released, Cut off Remains at 100%

News 18  

Delhi University 2nd Cut Off LIVE Updates: The University of Delhi second cut-off list has been released at the official website du.ac.in. The cut-off for the second one too remains high with a 100% cut-off required for admissions to BA Political Scence at Ramjas College, 99.25% for BA Economics, and 99% for BCom at Hindu College. After the first cut-off …

AISA, NSUI, ABVP protests erupt in Delhi University for different reasons
3 years, 3 months ago

AISA, NSUI, ABVP protests erupt in Delhi University for different reasons

India Today  

Left-affiliated AISA and the students' wing of the Congress, NSUI, staged a protest outside the Kirori Mal College on Friday against a professor of the college who had alleged conspiracy behind the admission of a large number of students from the Kerala board in the Delhi University. Earlier this week, Professor Rakesh Kumar Pandey, a faculty member of the university …

Delhi University Admissions 2021: Over 30,000 applications received on Day 1
3 years, 3 months ago

Delhi University Admissions 2021: Over 30,000 applications received on Day 1

India TV News  

DU Admissions 2021: On the first day of the Delhi University admissions, a total of 30,554 students applied for 70,000 undergraduate seats in various colleges of the varsity. As per details provided by the Delhi University, only 795 students have applied successfully till 7 pm on Monday. Out of over 30,000 students applied for various undergraduate programme, only 795 application …

Delhi University Admission 2021: Application process details, important documents, five steps to apply
3 years, 3 months ago

Delhi University Admission 2021: Application process details, important documents, five steps to apply

India TV News  

DU Admission 2021: The University of Delhi admission process for undergraduate courses has started on Monday. DU Admission 2021: Important documents Candidates will have to keep the following documents handy to secure admission to DU: Class 10 mark sheet Class 10 Board examination certificate Class 12 mark sheet Class 12 provisional certificate/original certificate Conduct certificate Category certificate OBC certificate Migration …

Delhi University Admissions 2021 Start Today: Here's How to Book a Seat
3 years, 3 months ago

Delhi University Admissions 2021 Start Today: Here's How to Book a Seat

News 18  

The University of Delhi begins its admission process today for its undergraduate courses on the basis of the first cut-off list. Candidates will have to register online at the official website of DU — du.ac.in or admission.uod.ac.in and upload required documents. The first cut-off list was released by DU on October 1 that saw as many as nine courses touching …

DU Admission 2021 begins tomorrow: List of important documents, direct link here
3 years, 3 months ago

DU Admission 2021 begins tomorrow: List of important documents, direct link here

India TV News  

DU Admission 2021: The University of Delhi admission process for undergraduate courses is going to start from Monday at 10 am. As many as 4.34 lakh candidates applied to seek admission in nearly 70,000 vacant seats of Delhi University colleges this year. DU Admission 2021: Important documents Candidates will have to keep the following documents handy to secure admission to …

Delhi University Admissions 2021 from Tomorrow: Here's How to Book a Seat
3 years, 3 months ago

Delhi University Admissions 2021 from Tomorrow: Here's How to Book a Seat

News 18  

The University of Delhi admission process for the undergraduate courses for candidates who made it to the first list will begin tomorrow, October 4, and will continue till October 7. The admission process will be held online this year and candidates will have to register online at the colleges and upload necessary documents. Students need to apply at the official …

DU Cut off 2021 Out: Here’s What's Next, Steps to Get Admission in Delhi University
3 years, 3 months ago

DU Cut off 2021 Out: Here’s What's Next, Steps to Get Admission in Delhi University

News 18  

The University of Delhi has released one of the highest cut-offs this year. Not only has the number of courses needing 100% marks for admission gone three folds but for most of the popular courses the marks needed to apply have increased. Students who have obtained marks equal to or more than the cut-off can now apply for admissions at …

DU Reopening: Delhi University Reopens For UG, PG Final Year Students From Today
3 years, 3 months ago

DU Reopening: Delhi University Reopens For UG, PG Final Year Students From Today

ABP News  

DU Reopening: The Delhi University has resumed classes in offline mode for final year undergraduate and postgraduate students from September 15, 2021. At the same time, attendance in offline practical classes has not been made mandatory for UG and PG students. Students attending offline practical classes in DU should get at least one dose of the Kovid vaccine. Important guidelines: …

Delhi University May Reopen Next Week in a Phased Manner: VC
3 years, 4 months ago

Delhi University May Reopen Next Week in a Phased Manner: VC

News 18  

Delhi University acting Vice-Chancellor P C Joshi on Wednesday said the varsity will be opened in a phased manner as the safety of students is a primary concern. In the first week of August, the DU had issued an official notification announcing that it would hold physical classes for science stream students in view of a decline in coronavirus cases, …

Delhi University Vice-Chancellor says colleges to be reopened in phased manner
3 years, 4 months ago

Delhi University Vice-Chancellor says colleges to be reopened in phased manner

India TV News  

The colleges in Delhi University will be reopened in a phased manner. Delhi University Vice-Chancellor PC Joshi on Wednesday said that a final decision on reopening colleges in a phased manner would be taken this week. "I welcome the DDMA advisory, it has helped us in re-opening the University in a phased manner," DU's vice-chancellor PC Joshi said. The VC …

Delhi University Reopening: High-Level Meeting To Discuss Reopening Of Varsity To Be Held Today, PC Joshi
3 years, 4 months ago

Delhi University Reopening: High-Level Meeting To Discuss Reopening Of Varsity To Be Held Today, PC Joshi

ABP News  

Delhi University Reopening: The Delhi Government has given its approval for the reopening of the schools and colleges in the national capital. In this regard, Delhi University will be conducting a high-level meeting on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. I think we'll first allow 3rd yr students & further extend it when it works out well," PC Joshi, Delhi University Vice-Chancellor, …

DU Admissions 2021: Last date to register today, check application process details
3 years, 4 months ago

DU Admissions 2021: Last date to register today, check application process details

India TV News  

DU UG Admissions 2021: The application process for the Delhi University Under Graduate admissions will be closed on Tuesday. DU UG Admission 2021: How to apply Visit the official website- du.ac.in Click on the admission process link for UG program In the new window, click on registration/ login details Fill the application form, and then pay the 'application fee' Once …

DU to start physical classes for Science stream students
3 years, 5 months ago

DU to start physical classes for Science stream students

India Today  

The University of Delhi on Thursday allowed Science stream undergraduate and postgraduate students to attend physical classes from August 16. in respect of PG and UG Programmes students in Science courses in University and its colleges shall be conducted in physical mode with effect from 16.08.2021 observing necessary protocols to prevent the spread of Covid-19,” the Delhi University said in …

No Common entrance test for all varsities this year: UGC
3 years, 5 months ago

No Common entrance test for all varsities this year: UGC

India Today  

University Grants Commission on Sunday released a press note stating that “There will be no common entrance test for admission to undergraduate courses in all the Central Universities of the country including the Delhi University in the upcoming academic year.” Universities will continue to give admission as they did in the previous years, the higher education sector regulator said. Delhi …

DU to start registration process for UG programmes on Aug 2
3 years, 5 months ago

DU to start registration process for UG programmes on Aug 2

India Today  

The Delhi University will start the registration process of the 65,000 seats for undergraduate courses at its colleges on August 2 and is likely to announce the first cut-off list between September 7 and 10, acting vice-chancellor P C Joshi announced on Saturday. The registration process for 20,000 postgraduate seats and for the Delhi University Entrance Test courses will begin …

"What Is Delhi Govt Doing?": High Court Seeks Govt's Response On Proposal To Make Covid Care Facility Inside JNU
3 years, 5 months ago

"What Is Delhi Govt Doing?": High Court Seeks Govt's Response On Proposal To Make Covid Care Facility Inside JNU

Live Law  

The High Court has sought response of the Delhi Government on its proposal to make a Covid-19 care facility inside Jawaharlal Nehru University after questioning it's conduct for not expediting the proposal even after the lapse of over a month.Justice Rekha Palli orally remarked, "What is this Delhi Government doing? The High Court has sought response of the Delhi Government …

Schools, colleges reopening in Delhi: Latest news updates and expected date
3 years, 6 months ago

Schools, colleges reopening in Delhi: Latest news updates and expected date

India Today  

All the states which are under a lockdown or strict restrictions are slowly preparing themselves to return to a normal state. As the COVID case graph is gradually declining, some states are expected to resume their physical classes soon for students of schools and colleges. Latest updates on reopening of schools in Delhi On Sunday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held …

Delhi University likely to provide fee waiver to students orphaned by Covid-19
3 years, 7 months ago

Delhi University likely to provide fee waiver to students orphaned by Covid-19

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi University may provide a fee waiver to students who lost one or both of their parents to the deadly coronavirus disease, officials informed news agency PTI on Friday. Delhi University "Delhi University has written to its colleges to conduct a survey of students who have lost their parents due to coronavirus. The Delhi university's vice-chancellor, at a prayer …

Open vaccine centres in Delhi University: AAP student, teacher wing to CM Kejriwal
3 years, 7 months ago

Open vaccine centres in Delhi University: AAP student, teacher wing to CM Kejriwal

India Today  

In an effort to vaccinate college students in Delhi, many teachers and students from the Aam Aadmi Party are pushing Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to open vaccination centres at Delhi University and all its affiliated colleges. The ruling Aam Aadmi Party's teachers' and students' wings have both written to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal requesting him to open coronavirus vaccination …

Delhi University Admissions 2021 likely to begin from this date: All you need to know
3 years, 7 months ago

Delhi University Admissions 2021 likely to begin from this date: All you need to know

India Today  

Delhi University UG Admissions 2021: Delhi University, DU is expected to start the online registration process for admissions to undergraduate courses by July 15. Delhi University's acting vice-chancellor Professor PC Joshi on Thursday said that the DU UG admissions will be based on merit. DU UG Admissions 2021 on merit basis: Following the cancellation of CBSE Class 12 board exams …

DU considering fee waiver for students who lost their parents due to Covid-19
3 years, 7 months ago

DU considering fee waiver for students who lost their parents due to Covid-19

India Today  

Delhi University is considering giving a fee waive to students who lost their parents to Covid-19. "Delhi University has written to its colleges to conduct a survey of students who have lost their parents due to coronavirus. At a prayer meeting held in the memory of varsity employees who lost their lives to the infection, the VC stressed that providing …

Delhi University to Remain Shut, Online Classes Discontinued till May 16
3 years, 7 months ago

Delhi University to Remain Shut, Online Classes Discontinued till May 16

News 18  

The University of Delhi administration announced on Tuesday that it will suspend all online classes till May 16 due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. An order signed by DU registrar Vikas Gupta read, “In view of the sudden surge in COVID-19 cases, the online teaching shall remain suspended till 16th May, 2021 in the Departments and Colleges of the University.” …

Delhi University suspends online classes till May 16 amid Covid-19 spike
3 years, 8 months ago

Delhi University suspends online classes till May 16 amid Covid-19 spike

India Today  

Delhi University administration has decided to suspend all the online classes in affiliated colleges in view of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic situation in the national capital. The official notice released by Delhi University reads, "In view of the sudden surge in COVID-19 cases, online teaching shall remain suspended till 16th May 2021 in the Departments and Colleges of the University." …

Delhi University final exams to commence from June 1, notification issued online
3 years, 8 months ago

Delhi University final exams to commence from June 1, notification issued online

India Today  

The Delhi University administration has postponed the final term-end examinations for all the students in view of the Covid-19 surge in the national capital. The DU administration said, “It is hereby notified for information of all the concerned that final semester/annual examinations May/June 2021 to be commenced from 15 May 2021 are hereby postponed by two weeks and the same …

Delhi University postpones final year exams
3 years, 8 months ago

Delhi University postpones final year exams

India Today  

Attention students, Delhi University has postponed the upcoming final year exams for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Amid the Covid-19 surge, the university has decided to postpone the final year exams to June 1. DUTA demands cancellation of exams The Delhi University Teachers Association, DUTA, has previously written to the Vice-Chancellor, stating that students and teachers are not mentally and physically …

COVID-19: DU teachers' association seeks suspension of classes,exam cancellation
3 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19: DU teachers' association seeks suspension of classes,exam cancellation

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi University Teachers' Association wrote to the varsity's acting vice-chancellor PC Joshi demanding suspension of classes and cancellation of exams since many students and teachers have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Delhi University The varsity on Thursday had said it will take stock of the exam schedule, amid demands from students asking for exams to be deferred in …

DUTA seeks suspension of classes, exam cancellation in Delhi University amid Covid-19 spike
3 years, 8 months ago

DUTA seeks suspension of classes, exam cancellation in Delhi University amid Covid-19 spike

India Today  

The Delhi University Teachers' Association has written a letter to the Delhi University administration, urging them to cancel the upcoming term-end exams and suspend all the classes amid the current spike in Covid-19 cases across the national capital. DUTA has written to the varsity's acting vice-chancellor PC Joshi demanding suspension of classes and cancellation of the upcoming exams since many …

Delhi University to announce decision regarding final exams soon
3 years, 8 months ago

Delhi University to announce decision regarding final exams soon

India Today  

Delhi University has said that the decision regarding the conduction and the dates of the final exams for this semester is currently being discussed and will be announced soon by the administration so that the students can start preparing accordingly. University of Delhi will conduct the final examinations in compliance with UGC guidelines and advisory from MoEd and MHA in …

Delhi University to Start COVID Isolation Centre in DDU College
3 years, 8 months ago

Delhi University to Start COVID Isolation Centre in DDU College

News 18  

Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases in the national capital coupled with over-burdened hospitals, the University of Delhi is all set to start a COVID isolation centre in Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College. The COVID isolation centre will be built at the hostel block of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College in Sector 3 of Dwarka in the national capital. https://twitter.com/UnivofDelhi/status/1387040812832223235?s=20 Earlier on …

Delhi University to continue with online classes: Check fresh Covid-19 guidelines
3 years, 8 months ago

Delhi University to continue with online classes: Check fresh Covid-19 guidelines

India Today  

Delhi University, DU on Monday issued fresh Covid-19 guidelines amid a surge in coronavirus cases. The University of Delhi has informed that the classes for undergraduate and postgraduate courses will continue in the ''online mode only.” ''Teaching/learning for undergraduate and postgraduate students will continue in the online mode only in all the colleges, centres and departments of the University of …

DU VC Gets Vaccinated for COVID-19, Urges Faculty, Students to Get the Jab
3 years, 9 months ago

DU VC Gets Vaccinated for COVID-19, Urges Faculty, Students to Get the Jab

News 18  

After getting his dose of COVID-19 vaccine, Delhi University’s vice-chancellor, Prof PC Joshi has urged faculty members, non teaching staff and students to get vaccinated. Stating that he did not have a fever or any other side-effects post his vaccination Joshi in a video message said, “Together India will defeat Covid 19.” Joshi informed via the video message that he …

Delhi University set to reopen from today for final year students
3 years, 11 months ago

Delhi University set to reopen from today for final year students

India Today  

All the colleges affiliated with the Delhi University are set to reopen from today, February 1, after being shut down for over 10 months due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The DU colleges are only reopening for final year students as they have to appear for the final year semester exams soon and will require offline classroom sessions to complete their …

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