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ZedCA will leverage expertise of Pune University.
ZedCA, a division of Zee Interactive Learning Systems, has tied up with Pune University to offer courses which will assist students interested in pursuing careers related to the Internet and Information Technology.
The company will also receive valuable inputs from the Taleem Research Foundation (TRF), which is a literary, scientific and charitable society & trust. The courses are Diploma in Internet Application (DIA) and Advanced Diploma in Convergence Application (ADCA). Students who have completed the 12th standard can apply for DIA while ADCA is reserved for graduates in any field be it Arts, Commerce or Science. Education will be imparted entirely offline.
According to a company spokesperson, ZedCA will offer these courses at its centres in Pune, the Maharashtra belt as well as states in the south like Chennai and Bangalore. DIA will take eight months to complete while ADCA will last for a year. The curriculum has been tailored keeping in mind the rapid change in technological innovations as well as the difficulties faced by aspiring job seekers struggling in a recessionary market. In the beginning ZedCA will invite members from the Pune University faculty to conduct classes. Later on the company will form its own team of instructors under the guidance of the University.
The courses will equip students with Internet and Convergence tools and applications. One of the benefits is that credits gained could be used to bypass preliminary stages of courses offered abroad. Besides after completing ADCA students could apply for postgraduate studies abroad fulfilling the 16-year study requirement in countries like America.
The courses are in the form of three trimesters. After finishing one a student if he/she chooses can take a break for a while and then continue. The completion of each trimester results in the student being rewarded with a certificate. The successful completion of all three trimesters will lead to the award of the Diploma and Advanced Diploma from University of Pune.
Dr Ashok Kolaskar, Vice Chancellor – University of Pune, had this to say about the collaborative effort; “This tie up will enable the University to offer professional courses to students through the wide network of Zed CA centers across the country. This collaboration is part of our collaborative approach with leading Institutions and international universities to achieve great success in various academic fields, both teaching and research.” Students interested will have to hurry as admissions close on the tenth of next month. The fees are Rs 25,000 for DIA and Rs 35,000 for ADCA.
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
