02Apr 2019 by webteam

Trusts granting Educational Scholarships

Education, Finance
We at R. D. Sethna Scholarship Fund have listed the various scholarships available to Zoroastrian students and also students of other communities. We share this list with students who contact us. Please see the list attached herewith. It is updated as and when we learn of new scholarships being awarded. Warm regards Farrokh Rustomji List of Trusts granting scholarships
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21Mar 2019 by Yazdi Tantra

The Charles Wallace Bangladesh Trust Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Education
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS [caption id="attachment_23643" align="alignleft" width="128"] All possessions great and small, being acquired through the people, as mine were, should return to the people. Charles Wallace, 1855-1916[/caption] The South Asia Centre at the London School of Economics & Political Science, in collaboration with the Charles Wallace Bangladesh Trust and the British Council in Bangladesh, invites applications for short-term, post-doctoral research for a maximum period of 12 weeks, to be spent as a Post-Doctoral Visiting Fellow at the South Asia Centre, London School of Economics & Political Science, London. The Fellowship will include a monthly stipend of  £1,450, and a contribution of £1,000 towards other costs (including visa fees and air fare) paid by the British Council of Bangladesh. There will be one Post-Doctoral Visiting Fellowship available in each academic…
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12Mar 2019 by Yazdi Tantra

Five-week Professional Exchange Program by The University of Oklahoma, USA

Education
Dear Sir/Madam, This is to inform you that The University of Oklahoma, USA are inviting applications for five-week Professional Exchange Program in the United States that includes a Professional Fellowship placement at an American small business organization. We are in the process of selecting mid‐level emerging leaders in small or start‐up business ventures, business administration, government, NGOs, business education, incubation hubs, community training programs or social entrepreneurship for a Fellowship Programme (interactive programme) in USA for a period of five weeks which is scheduled for October 19 to November 16, 2019. All the expenses for the program will be borne by the University of Oklahoma, USA. The expenses include to & fro travelling, lodging & boarding and incidental expenses. The basic criteria for the selection will be: (i) fluency in English, (ii) excellent exposure to computer, (iii) relevant experience & expertise in the small business/entrepreneurship/economic…
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07Feb 2019 by Yazdi Tantra

Financing Your Higher Studies in the U.S. — Feb 15, 2019

Education, Finance
Greetings from the U.S. Consulate General, Mumbai! Are you wondering how to finance your higher education in the United States? Want to learn more about evaluating and managing finances, financial aid, and loans? The cost of living and studying varies across the United States. With the right amount of planning and research, pursuing a U.S. higher education can be made affordable. When looking into studying in the United States, evaluating your finances should be one of the first things to do. U.S. institutions offer a variety of programs with a wide array of tuition and fees. There are many opportunities to superbly plan for our education. Attend the free session that will give you an insight to better manage and fund your higher studies in the U.S. Session:   Financing Your Higher Studies…
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27Jan 2019 by Yazdi Tantra

Apprentice Program was re-launched in 2016 in India

Education, Information
I would like to draw your attention to https://apprenticeshipindia.org/ The Government of India had also launched the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) in August 2016, to promote the apprenticeship programme in India by introducing a package of financial incentive to establishments engaging in apprenticeship. This package is specially intended to support and promote apprenticeship in the MSME segment for enhancing its productivity and competitiveness as well capacity building. The financial benefit has two components: I. Reimbursement of 25% of prescribed stipend, subject to a maximum of INR 1,500 per month per apprentice ii. Reimbursement for cost of basic training, up to INR 7,500 per apprentice for a maximum period of 3 months/500 hours. I am keen to consolidate the views from startups/small businesses and help if anyone is getting benefitted.  Please…
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24Jan 2019 by Yazdi Tantra

U.S. Consulate General announces the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) – last date of application Feb 20, 2019 I

Education, Finance
Hi, Please find below the links of Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) uploaded on grants.gov. Grants related queries may be addressed to MumbaiGrants@state.gov 1. M-NOFO-19-100: Conference “Opportunities for U.S.-Indian Higher Education STEM Collaboration” https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311482 2. M-NOFO-19-101: Debate Clubs to Foster Leadership Skills in Underprivileged Youth https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311483 3. M-NOFO-19-102: LGBT Pride Month Film Festival 2019 https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311496 4. M-NOFO-19-103: Promoting Diversity and Tolerance through Interfaith and Interclass Community Service Projects https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311484 5. M-NOFO-19-104: Travelling Film Festival on Women’s Safety and Empowerment https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311497 6. M-NOFO-19-105: U.S. Dance Troupe to Arts Festival in Tier-II City https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311498 7. M-NOFO-19-106: Inspiring Social Good through Theatre https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311499 8. M-NOFO-19-107: Disaster Management Studies Course https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=311477 Regards, U.S. Consulate General Mumbai Public Affairs Section ********************************** U.S. Consulate General, Mumbai C-49, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex Bandra East Mumbai 400…
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09Dec 2018 by Yazdi Tantra

Minority Education Loans – apply till year-end

Education, Finance
Mumbai Chairman of Maulana Azad Minorities Financial Development Corporation Limited Haji Haider Azam said the deadline for filling up educational loan forms for minority students has been extended to December 31. Students of minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain, Parsi and Jew) desiring to pursue professional and vocational courses like MBBS, MBA, BE etc) were asked to apply for educational loans trill November 30.  “Seeing the increasing demand from students and to facilitate more applications, we have extended the last date. Hopefully more students will take advantage of the loan’s scheme. The loan is for up to Rs 5 lakhs per student,”said Azam. Students are required to apply online at https://malms.maharashtra.gov.in
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03Oct 2018 by webteam

Guidance on Shortlisting Universities for Studying in the U.S — Oct 12, 2018

Education, Events, ZFN - Zoroastrian Faculty Network
Plan on studying in the United States? Looking for guidance on shortlisting universities? Students are often confused when they realize the enormous choices they have when choosing a degree program in the U.S. It is virtually impossible to thoroughly research all of the 4500+ accredited higher education institutions in the United States. Fear not! We have a great session that will guide you on factors to consider when choosing a university to study in the U.S. Session:   Shortlisting Universities and Finding the Right-Fit for Studying in the U.S. Date:       Friday, October 12, 2018 Time:       2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Venue:     U.S. Consulate General, C-49, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai Please note that this session is for both prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. Registration is mandatory, and the program is free for participants. Students and…
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