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An immigration judge blocked the deportation of pro-Palestinian organizer Mohsen Mahdawi, ruling the government failed to provide clear and convincing evidence for removal. Mahdawi, detained during a citizenship appointment, argued his activism against the Gaza war was protected free speech. The judge questioned government evidence, leading to this significant decision.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer keys and recorded responses for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 2A (B.Arch) and 2B (B.Planning) on jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates can review and challenge answers online between February 1920, 2026, by paying a Rs 200 fee per question. Finalized keys will be used to prepare results.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences will soon open registrations for NEET MDS 2026, the key entrance test for admission to postgraduate dental courses in India. Candidates must apply online at natboard.edu.in, keep documents ready, and follow the official registration steps carefully. The exam is scheduled for May 2, 2026.

Bank of Baroda will close the application window for its IT Recruitment 2026 today, February 19, for 418 technology posts. The drive includes Officer, Manager and Senior Manager roles across key digital domains. Eligible candidates must complete registration and fee payment online today, as no applications will be accepted after the deadline.

A student with a sustainability background wonders whether to start working or pursue a masters in business analytics. This article explores both options, weighing hands-on experience, clarity, and financial benefits against advanced skills, networking, and structured learning. It offers practical guidance for graduates facing similar crossroads, helping them make informed decisions about their early career paths.

Over 5.61 lakh students appeared for the Odisha Class 10 board exams that began on January 19, 2026, across 3,082 centres. Conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, the exams are under strict security with AI-enabled CCTV monitoring, surprise checks, and QR-coded question papers. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi urged students to remain calm and confident.

The U.S. Department of Education is directing colleges to enhance student loan default prevention efforts, emphasizing their shared responsibility. Over 1,800 institutions now face scrutiny with nonpayment rates exceeding 25 percent, risking federal aid eligibility. Colleges are urged to strengthen outreach, counseling, and inform borrowers about repayment reforms and rehabilitation options.

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education will conduct the SMC Limited Direct Recruitment Test2026 on February 22 from 11 am to 1 pm. As many as 1,437 candidates will appear for teaching posts including TGT and JBT categories. Admit cards have been released online at hpbose.org and must be downloaded before the exam.

The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 across multiple districts, including Shamli, Bahraich and Gorakhpur, inviting applications from eligible women candidates. District-wise notifications have been uploaded on the official portal, detailing vacancies, eligibility and deadlines. The recruitment is merit-based and aims to strengthen grassroots child development services in rural areas.

The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has announced the WBCS Group C final result for the 2023 examination on February 19, 2026. Candidates can now check the official PDF on psc.wb.gov.in for recommended roll numbers and category-wise cut-off marks. The selection is based on the Main examination and personality test performance.

The UPSC CAPF 2026 notification, initially slated for February 18, 2026, has been postponed. The Union Public Service Commission will announce a revised release date on its official website. This examination recruits Assistant Commandants for various Central Armed Police Forces, with a written test, physical, and interview forming the selection process.

The Andhra Pradesh District Selection Committee (AP DSC) 2026 notification for teacher recruitment is anticipated soon. This large-scale drive by the Department of School Education will fill thousands of vacant posts, with details on eligibility, vacancies, and exam dates to be announced. Candidates are advised to prepare and monitor official portals for updates.

The Odisha Public Service Commission's registration for 465 Civil Services posts closes tomorrow. Aspiring candidates must complete their online applications on opsc.gov.in before the deadline. This recruitment drive covers Group A and Group B positions. Graduates meeting eligibility criteria should apply now to secure their chance for these state government roles.

As CBSE Board exams approach, time becomes a decisive factor in student success. Studies show that effective time management improves grades and reduces the impact of procrastination. By prioritising tasks, breaking the syllabus into smaller goals, tracking study hours, and building steady routines, students can reduce stress, boost performance, and prepare with greater confidence.

Over 95,000 additional candidates are now eligible for NEET PG 2025 counselling after the qualifying percentile was significantly lowered. The National Board of Examinations informed the Supreme Court that this revision, aimed at filling vacant seats, was a policy decision by the Health Ministry. The apex court is hearing petitions challenging the mid-process change.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has extended the registration deadline for the CSEET 2026 session. Candidates now have until February 28, 2026, to apply online for the entrance test. This extension provides more time for students seeking admission to the Company Secretary course. Eligibility extends to Class 12 passed students, graduates, and postgraduates with no age limit.

Western Railway has invited online applications for 5,349 Act Apprentice positions for 202526 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The process, managed by RRC-WR, runs from February 21 to March 23, 2026. Eligible candidates aged 1524, with applicable relaxations, can apply online. Apprentices completing training may receive preference in future Level-1 Railway recruitments.

Delhi Technological University has announced the DTU Result 2026 for various odd semester UG and PG programmes, including BTech, BDes, BBA, MTech and MDes. The results are available online at exam.dtu.ac.in in PDF format. Students must log in using their registration number, download the scorecard, and carefully verify all details to avoid discrepancies.

The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board has begun accepting applications for 200 Mandi Nirikshak positions. Graduates can apply online until February 27, 2026. The selection process includes a written examination scheduled for April 2026. Successful candidates will receive a salary between 25,300 and 80,500 per month. This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for aspiring sub-inspectors in Chhattisgarh.

NPCIL has released admit cards for the Kaiga Site Recruitment Examination 2026, with Computer Based Tests commencing March 7. Technical and administrative positions are available. Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official careers portal and bring a printed copy with a valid photo ID to the exam centre. Check admit card details carefully.

The GATE 2026 answer key is anticipated soon, following the exam's successful completion. Candidates can review their responses and the official answers to estimate scores. A window for objections will open, allowing challenges to incorrect answers with supporting documents and a fee. The final key will determine the GATE 2026 results, crucial for postgraduate admissions and PSU recruitment.

The IIT JAM 2026 response sheet has been officially released by IIT Bombay, allowing candidates to access their answers online at jam2026.iitb.ac.in. While not the final result, the sheet provides crucial candidate-level details, including question IDs, selected options, and marking schemes. Students can use it to cross-check answers, estimate scores, and prepare for the upcoming official results.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education has opened registrations for TS EAMCET 2026, offering admission to engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses. The application process began on February 19, 2026, with the last date to apply without a late fee set for April 4, 2026. Exams are scheduled from May 4-5 for agriculture/pharmacy and May 9-11 for engineering.

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the Civil Services and Indian Forest Service examinations for 2026, with applications opening on February 4th and closing on February 24th. A total of 933 vacancies are available. The preliminary exam is scheduled for May 24th, followed by the main exam on August 21st.

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, CDAC, is hiring for 805 project-based roles. Applications are open for technical and administrative positions. The recruitment drive is for various centres across India. Candidates must apply online by February 20, 2026. Selection involves shortlisting, tests, and interviews. This is a significant opportunity for job seekers.

NMMS Class 8 results for 2025-26 are being declared state-wise by SCERTs and education boards. Students can check their results online using roll or application numbers, with merit lists also available for download. Results for Tamil Nadu and Gujarat have been released, while others are expected between March and July 2026.

Andhra Pradesh's Directorate of Government Examinations announced SSC Public examinations for March 2026 will run from March 16 to April 1. Hall tickets, expected in early March, will be available online, via school logins, the LEAP App, and WhatsApp. Schools must verify student details, with a correction window from March 31 to April 1 for errors.

The Trump administration has identified over 40,000 additional borrowers eligible for federal student loan forgiveness in January, according to a CNBC report citing a recent court filing. The beneficiaries include borrowers under income-driven repayment (IDR) plans and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). While thousands have received discharge, significant backlogs remain in repayment plan processing and PSLF buyback applications, highlighting both progress and persistent administrative chal

Elite American universities, despite their prestige, rely heavily on private donations. This financial model created an opening for financier Jeffrey Epstein to engage with institutions like Harvard and MIT. The article reveals how the pursuit of funding can overshadow due diligence, leading to reputational damage. This system highlights a structural vulnerability in academic fundraising.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has announced the preliminary results for the LT Grade Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2025 in Science, Commerce, Sanskrit and Home Science. The examinations were conducted in December 2025 under Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2025. A total of 329 Science, 887 Commerce, 2,772 Sanskrit and 2,784 Home Science candidates have qualified for the main examination. The result link is available on the official website.

The Indian Postal Department has opened the correction window for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 applications for 28,636 posts of Gramin Dak Sevak, BPM and ABPM. Candidates can edit their forms from February 18 to February 19, 2026, until 05:00 pm. Selection will be based solely on Class 10 marks without a written examination. The recruitment includes state-wise vacancies, with results to be announced later.

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, has invited applications for its internship programme for undergraduate and postgraduate students in Science and Engineering. Applicants must have secured at least 60 per cent marks or a CGPA of 6.32. The internship, open only to Indian citizens, will be conducted in unclassified areas for 21 to 45 days without stipend. Applications must be submitted by March 15, 2026.

Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University, Jabalpur has announced the MPMSU Result 2026 for BSc Nursing Second Year and DMLT examinations, along with several other course results. Students can access their scorecards online using login credentials. The university has also opened the re-verification window for candidates seeking scrutiny of their marks.

The UK Education Hub has been launched in New Delhi at the British Council to support education cooperation under the India-UK Vision 2035 framework. The platform will coordinate engagement between UK universities, Indian ministries and regulators, and manage the Annual India-UK Education Dialogue. With a focus on qualification recognition, institutional partnerships and academic mobility, the Hub is expected to streamline collaboration and expand clearer pathways for students pursuing cross-bor

The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha has announced the OAV Entrance Exam Result 2026 for Class VI and lateral admissions to Classes VIIIX. Conducted on January 9, the test results were published on February 18, 2026. Candidates can access their scorecards online, which detail marks, personal information and qualifying status for merit-based admission.

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), under the Ministry of Education, has launched the e-Magic Box app for children aged 38. Featuring three AI-powered botsKatha Sakhi, Parent Tara, and Teacher Tarathe app supports storytelling, parenting guidance, and classroom engagement. Alongside the Kingdom of Learning and Learning campaign, it is accessible via mobile app, WhatsApp, Telegram, and IVRS, making early childhood learning resources widely available across India.

The National Testing Agency has issued the NIFTEE 2026 provisional answer key, enabling candidates to review recorded responses and calculate expected scores. The General Ability Test solution sheet is available online through login access. Aspirants can challenge discrepancies by paying 200 per question within the stipulated deadline through the official portal.

The Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (UPMSP) has warned students about fake UP Board Exam 2026 question papers circulating on social media. The Board clarified that no papers have been leaked and called the claims baseless and misleading. Secretary Bhagwati Singh urged students and parents to rely only on official sources. UPMSP has asked the Cyber Cell to file an FIR against culprits spreading rumours during the Class 10 and 12 exams.

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has declared the OSSC LTR Final Result 2025-26 on 18 February 2026 for 6,025 TGT vacancies under Leave Training Reserve (LTR)-2024. The result PDF, available at ossc.gov.in, lists provisionally selected candidates for Arts, Odia, Hindi and Sanskrit posts. Category-wise cut-off marks have also been released. Selection was based on the Main Written Examination and Certificate Verification process.

Telangana DCCB Staff Assistant Result 2026: The Telangana State Cooperative Bank has declared the DCCB Staff Assistant result for 225 posts following the December 21, 2025 written exam. District-wise merit lists and category cut-offs are available online. Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification before final selection and appointment in cooperative banks.

The UP Board Class 10 Hindi Exam 2026 was held on February 18, with students appearing for the first morning shift from 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM. Students and teachers reported the paper as very easy, entirely within the syllabus, and well-balanced between MCQs and descriptive questions. Popular topics like Environmental Pollution and Science: Curse or Boon featured in essays. Happy and confident students exited exam centres. PDFs of the question paper and answer key are now available for download.

The National Institute of Design has released the Design Aptitude Test Mains 2026 schedule for Master of Design admissions. The Studio Test is on March 8, 2026, with interviews from March 21 to April 1, 2026. Admit cards will be available from February 24, 2026. Candidates must attend both stages for admission.

The Medical Counselling Committee will close NEET PG Counselling 2026 Stray vacancy round choice filling tomorrow, February 19. Candidates must complete this by 11:55 pm. Choice locking opens at 4 pm the same day. Seat allotment is on February 20, with results on February 21. Reporting to colleges is from February 22 to February 28. Visit mcc.nic.in for details.

MP Police SI Result 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has declared the Sub-Inspector and Subedar results for the January 2026 examination conducted to fill 500 posts. Candidates can check their scorecards on esb.mp.gov.in using login credentials. Qualified applicants will now proceed to further stages, including physical tests, verification and interview.

With the Central Board of Secondary Education Class 10 English Language and Literature exam scheduled for 22 February 2026, over 25 lakh students are preparing for the 80-mark paper. Sunil Kumar, a Delhi-based TGT English teacher, shares last-minute strategies for Sections A, B, and C. He emphasises paraphrasing in reading, practising reported speech in grammar, mastering letter format in writing, and revising key literature chapters using keywords and mind maps.

The Bihar Public Service Commission has issued its 2026 examination schedule, outlining tentative exam and result dates for key recruitments, including the 70th and 71st CCE, TRE 4.0, ASO, LDC and other posts. Aspirants can download the calendar from the official website and plan their preparation in line with the announced timelines.

The CBSE conducted the Class 12 Physical Education (Code 048) exam smoothly across India, and students described the paper as easy and high scoring. Many said the balanced mix of MCQs and descriptive questions made it manageable. Teachers noted that Physical Education is often chosen as an additional subject to boost overall percentages, and this years straightforward paper is likely to help students secure good marks in their board results.

The CTET 2026 exam concluded on February 7 and 8. Candidates await the official answer key. The provisional answer key is anticipated between February 18 and February 23. Following a brief objection period, the final answer key will be released. Results are expected in the first or second week of March. These dates are tentative.

The Assam Public Service Commission has released the APSC JE Admit Card 2026 for candidates applying to 187 Junior Engineer posts. The written examination will be held on February 22, 2026. Hall tickets, available at apscrecruitment.in, are mandatory for entry and contain crucial details including roll number, exam centre, and reporting time.

Many toppers leave college with applause, yet feel strangely empty. When marks and medals disappear, so does the identity built around them. This purpose gap isnt about intelligence but emotional transitions, lost self-understanding, and pressure. The way forward lies in healing wounds, building discipline, shifting from proving to improving, and discovering meaning beyond grades.