Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from 2025

NEP: An Opportunity or A Burden?

Festivals play a significant role in our social life, which was highlighted in our previous blog. Yet , recently, as a student under NEP, life is now a game of juggling academics and these socio-cultural norms. This blog sheds light on the academic impact that the recently implemented NEP or National Education Policy has had on students in India and what it means for us as we explore this new path together. The National Education Policy (2020) was approved on July 29, 2020, to replace the 1986 education policy. It aims to introduce a structured approach to education, encourage inclusivity, and provide students with essential skills. However, after implementing this policy in several colleges, certain loopholes have become evident. This blog will focus on the NEP policy   implemented in colleges. Before understanding the changes introduced by NEP, let's first look at the curriculum before the reform. Prior to these changes, students could select three subjects for their undergraduat...

February Festival Calendar

F ebruary may be the shortest month of the year, but it certainly doesn't fall short on celebrations. Whether you're looking for vibrant carnivals, unique regional celebrations, spiritual observances full of devotion, or global festivities around the world. AICUF’s February Festival Calendar highlights the must-experience events that make this month truly special.  February 1 – Indian Coast Guard Founding Day  The 47th Raising Day of the Indian Coast Guard is being observed this year. The Indian Coast Guard has been instrumental in protecting India's coastlines and upholding laws in the country's maritime zones. The Indian Coast Guard's motto is "वयम रक्षामः" (Vayam Rakshamah), which translates from Sanskrit as "We Protect". Under the motto "Vayam Rakshamah" (We Protect), the ICG has saved over 11,554 lives since its inception, including 200 lives in the year 2023. This commitment to safety and security has positioned ICG as one of the ...

January Festival Calendar

  A new year has arrived, bringing with it the familiar traditions that keep us grounded and fill our hearts with joy. But this year, let’s do something a little different, let us take the time to be more aware of what’s happening around us. Even in the hustle of daily life, we can take small steps to learn more about the stories and meanings behind each day. Let each day teach us something new about the world, whether it’s a special holiday, a cultural custom, or even a quiet moment in history.  January 1st -  Global Family Day and Z-Day  January 1st isn’t just about new beginnings and fresh starts. It is also Global Family Day, a reminder that we’re all connected family, no matter where we are. For anyone with a Z in their name, it’s also Z Day, a special day dedicated to those with the first or last letter of their name starting with the letter Z. Whether you’re celebrating a new year, family, or your Z-connection, January 1st is packed with meaning!  2nd Jan...