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Three students who battled all odds to make their Delhi University dream come true

Loknath Das

Getting a coveted seat at a Delhi University college is dream come true for many. With sky high cutoffs and even greater competition, those who make it have already proved their worth. But for some students, this can seem like a bigger feat than others. Visually impaired Dev Narayan Prajapati, albino Roshan Kumar Sharma and government school educated Neha Gautam are three of the 50,000 students who had made their way to Delhi University colleges on Thursday for their first day of college. What sets them apart is the circumstances they…

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Three Tips for An Amazing Family Ski Trip

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Taking a ski trip together as a family can be a fun and exciting experience that you’ll all remember. Skiing can also be great exercise for all the family. When it comes to choosing your ski destination, there are numerous options to choose from that provide child-friendly slopes and lessons. However, to make sure that you have the best experience, it’s important to put a lot of effort into the planning. We’ve put together some top tips to help you plan and put together a fun and memorable family ski…

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10% back-to-back fee hike for three years in IISERs, students demand rollback

Loknath Das

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) decided increasing their fees by 10% each year till 2019. But these colleges will still remain far less expensive than private institutes or universities abroad offering similar degrees. The hike will be only for students taking admission this year. These freshers will have to pay Rs 27,500 for each of the two semesters in the session beginning 2017. The latest change is a back-to-back move after fees at the seven IISERs, the country’s premier science education institutes, were hiked from about…

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Three Ways a Montessori Education Is Different

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The Montessori method still hasn’t entered mainstream education. However, it has gained a lot of enthusiasm, over the 100+ years of its use. Although it may seem like anew, alternative method, Montessori schooling began in the early 20th century. Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian woman, wanted to teach the poor children in her town more effectively. For parents seeking the best possible education for their kids, it’s a good idea to learn the differences between Montessori and other schools: 1. Various ages, learning together – Most classrooms are separated by…

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