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The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has announced the selection results for more than 460 faculty posts across over 50 disciplines at AIIMS New Delhi and the AIIMS-Central Armed Police Forces Institute of Medical Sciences (CAPFIMS) campus. Conducted over six months, the recruitment process received more than 3,200 applications and used blockchain digital technology, digitally locked marks and automated merit list generation to ensure confidentiality, transparency and

Schools and colleges across Mumbai, Thane and Palghar remained closed today after authorities declared aholiday following the India Meteorological Department's orange alert for heavy rainfall. The precautionary measure was taken to ensure student safety as heavy showers and gusty winds are forecast. While government and private offices continue to function, citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel. Online classes may be conducted if required, with heavy rain continuing to disrupt n

The JoSAA Counselling 2026 round 3 seat allotment result will be announced at 5 pm on July 6, 2026, on the official website. Candidates allotted seats must complete online reporting, document upload and fee payment by the prescribed deadlines. They can also choose the Float, Freeze or Slide option based on their admission preference. JoSAA is conducting six counselling rounds for admissions to IITs and other participating institutes through the centralised seat allocation process.

Shashwat Goenka, Vice Chairman of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, represented Indian industry at the IndiaJapan Joint Economic Forum as discussions centred on innovation, manufacturing and investment. A Wharton graduate with leadership across multiple business sectors, Goenka's journey highlights how globally educated Indian executives are contributing to stronger international economic partnerships and shaping the future of cross-border collaboration.

The CBSE is expected to announce the Class 10 Second Board Examination Result 2026 soon, though no official date has been confirmed as of July 6. Conducted from May 15 to May 21 under the new two-exam system, the test saw over 6.68 lakh registrations. The board will follow the best-of-two policy for eligible students. Results will be available through DigiLocker, with options for verification, answer-sheet photocopies, and re-evaluation after declaration.

The National Testing Agency is expected to release the Re-NEET 2026 OMR response sheets, final answer key and result soon on the official website. Candidates can download the OMR sheets using their login credentials and verify recorded responses. The result will be prepared based on the final answer key after objections are reviewed. The scorecard will include key candidate details, ranks and qualifying status, while expected qualifying marks and admission cutoffs indicate likely trends for coun

Aspiring candidates have until July 8, 2026, to apply for the State Bank of India's Probationary Officer recruitment drive, aiming to fill 1,500 vacancies. A graduation degree and an age limit of 21-30 years are key eligibility criteria. The selection involves preliminary and main examinations, followed by interviews. Successful applicants can expect a starting basic pay of Rs 48,480, with an approximate annual CTC of Rs 21.97 lakh in Mumbai.

Kerala's health department is taking decisive action to end the practice of admitting patients on hospital floors due to overcrowding. Initial efforts will focus on the Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode medical colleges, with plans to relocate services and construct new facilities. This initiative aims to ensure all patients receive proper beds, addressing recent widespread criticism of the public healthcare system.

India is witnessing a significant number of engineering colleges shutting down, with 58 institutions slated for progressive closure in the 2025-26 academic year. This move, driven by low admissions and faculty shortages, primarily impacts Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. While existing students can complete their degrees, no new admissions will be permitted, signaling a gradual end to operations for these colleges.

Higher education institutions are now mandated by the UGC to integrate approved SWAYAM MOOCs into their degree programs for the July 2026 semester. Universities must map these online courses with existing syllabi and ensure student registration before deadlines. This initiative aims to make SWAYAM courses a core part of academic planning, moving beyond optional learning. Institutions can also conduct examinations on campus, offering students more flexibility.

At just 21, law student Shreya Singhal challenged Section 66A of the Information Technology Act before the Supreme Court after it was used to arrest people over online posts. In 2015, the court struck down the provision as unconstitutional, ruling that its vague language violated free speech and enabled arbitrary arrests. The landmark judgment strengthened digital rights in India, while Singhal has since continued advocating for constitutional freedoms and carefully framed online speech laws.

Postgraduate dental students nationwide must now achieve 80% biometric attendance to be eligible for university exams. The National Dental Commission has reiterated this existing rule, emphasizing that colleges will be held accountable for any violations. This directive follows complaints from Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh regarding students not meeting attendance standards, prompting a stricter enforcement of the 2017 regulations.

IIM Kozhikode has inducted 599 students into its three full-time MBA programmes and 99 doctoral scholars for the 2026-28 academic session. The institute reported that women constitute 66% of the 499 students admitted to its Post Graduate Programme (PGP), the highest proportion recorded for the programme among the IIMs. It also reported 57% non-engineering students in the PGP and introduced the inaugural batch of its Doctoral Programme in Management (Teaching Track).

Delhi University has commenced registrations for one-year postgraduate courses and MSc programmes for the 2026 academic session. Applications for the one-year PG courses are open to DU graduates under the UGCF 2022. Meanwhile, the university has also released updates on undergraduate admissions, with the CSAS UG 2026 first allocation list due July 16. Seat acceptance for BTech admissions is required by July 8.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has started TS LAWCET 2026 Phase I counselling today, July 5, 2026, with the online registration and certificate verification link now active for eligible candidates. The registration process will continue until July 10. Special category certificate verification is scheduled from July 6 to July 9, while web option entry will begin on July 16. Phase I seat allotment will be announced on July 24, followed by college reporting.

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) will close the online application process for the CET Group D Recruitment 2026 today, July 5, 2026. The recruitment drive covers approximately 8,000 Group D posts for candidates who have passed Class 10. Applicants can pay the application fee until July 8, while the correction window will remain open from July 9 to July 11. Selection will be based on the CET score, followed by document verification and medical examination.

The Reserve Bank of India's application window for Young Professionals closes tomorrow, July 6, 2026. These contractual roles, based in Mumbai, focus on cutting-edge areas like AI, quantum technology, and climate risk. Selected candidates will receive a Rs 1.5 lakh monthly stipend for a three-year term, with potential extensions. Applicants need postgraduate degrees or relevant professional experience. Don't miss this chance to join the RBI.

Bihar UGEAC 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results are out on bcece.admissions.nic.in. Candidates can check their status using JEE Main 2026 ranks and filled choices. Those allotted seats must complete admission formalities, including fee payment and document verification, between July 7 and July 9, 2026. Round 2 results are expected on July 17, with a mop-up round to follow if vacancies persist.

A viral social media post tells the story of Vivek Sharma, an IIT Bombay Computer Science gold medallist who reportedly declined a $240,000 (around Rs 2.9 crore) job in San Francisco to care for his ailing parents. He stayed in Kanpur, helped run his family's grocery store, taught coding to underprivileged children and continued freelance software work. While the claims remain unverified, the story has sparked widespread discussion about balancing career ambitions, family responsibilities and pe

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the 2nd Grade Teacher exam city intimation slip for the written examination scheduled from July 12 to July 18, 2026. The recruitment drive covers 9,651 Second Grade Teacher (Senior Teacher)/TGT vacancies after the post count was increased from 6,500. Candidates can check their allotted exam city ahead of the admit card release. The selection process includes a written examination, document verification and a medical examination.

Aspiring candidates for the Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026 now have until July 8, 2026, to submit their applications. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline for the 3,395 vacancies, also revising the application correction window. Eligibility requires Second PUC or equivalent, along with meeting age and other criteria. The selection involves a written exam, physical tests, and document verification.

The UGC has issued comprehensive pedagogical guidelines to help higher education institutions create a more inclusive learning environment for Divyangjan students and persons with specific learning disabilities. The recommendations extend beyond physical accessibility to include flexible curricula, accessible study materials, diverse teaching methods, disability-specific classroom support, examination reforms, assistive technologies, mentorship, and campus-wide inclusion measures. Universities a

BSUSC has started the online application process for 3,687 contractual Assistant Professor posts across 10 state universities and 211 Rajkiya Degree Colleges in Bihar. Applications can be submitted through the HED Bihar Samarth portal until July 15, 2026, without any application fee. The recruitment covers six arts and humanities subjects. Eligible candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualifications, age criteria and examination requirements. Interviews, merit list publication and fin

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has told the Kerala High Court that MBBS fees can be charged only for the prescribed four-and-a-half years of academic study, arguing that colleges cannot levy tuition beyond the notified course duration. The submission came in response to a petition by the Kerala Private Medical College Management Association. The Commission relied on the NMC Act, CBME Guidelines and previous court rulings to support its stand on MBBS fee collection.

The online application process for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 closes today, July 5, 2026, for the 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches. Eligible unmarried Indian male candidates with the required Class 10 qualification and AICTE-recognised engineering diploma can apply online. The recruitment process includes INET 2/2026, the Physical Fitness Test, a written examination and medical examination. The notification also specifies batch-wise age criteria, application fee and the comple

RRB CEN 08/2025 exam city slip: The Railway Recruitment Board has released the exam city intimation slip for the Ministerial and Isolated Category recruitment under CEN 08/2025 for 311 vacancies. Registered candidates can check their allotted examination city through the official portal ahead of the written examination scheduled for July 14 and 15, 2026. The recruitment covers seven posts with varying educational qualifications. The selection process includes CBT-I, CBT-II, a skill test where ap

The NIELIT O Level admit card for the July 2026 examination cycle has been released on the official student portal. Candidates can download their theory and practical hall tickets using their application or registration details and date of birth. The theory examination will begin on July 11, 2026, followed by practical examinations from August 08, 2026. The admit card includes examination shift, batch allocation and test centre details, while candidates must also follow the prescribed exam-day g

TG EAPCET 2026 mock seat allotment results are out on tgeapcet.nic.in, offering candidates a preview of their admission chances. A crucial web option editing window remains open until July 7, allowing adjustments to college and course preferences. The first phase provisional seat allotment is expected by July 10, with admissions confirmed through fee payment and self-reporting by July 14.

Aspiring nurses can now download their MP PNST 2026 admit cards, released on July 4th. The entrance exam for the BSc Nursing program is scheduled for July 10th. Candidates must carry a printed hall ticket and valid photo ID to the online examination. Verify all details on the admit card promptly to avoid issues on exam day.

A viral video of a 12-year-old boy criticizing the delay in summer vacation announcements in Kashmir has prompted action from the Child Welfare Committee. The committee ordered the removal of the video and an FIR, citing lack of parental consent. Kashmir's chief cleric also voiced concerns about minors' social media exposure, sparking debate on children's rights and online presence.

AIIMS has released the BSc Nursing 2026 entrance exam results, allowing candidates to download scorecards and the merit list from aiimsexams.ac.in. Qualified students can now prepare for the upcoming online counselling process, with AIIMS, New Delhi, set to announce the detailed schedule shortly. Aspiring nurses are urged to regularly check the official website for crucial updates regarding seat allocation.

A Stanford student's surprisingly low JEE score of 15% contrasted with his admission to Caltech, Princeton, and Stanford highlights India's intense engineering competition. While US universities consider diverse factors, the JEE primarily tests exam performance. This disparity underscores the vast talent pool in India, with the student emphasizing the scale of technical competition over individual academic journeys.

The State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, has declared the Gujarat TAT-S Preliminary Examination Result 2026 on its official portal. Candidates can access their scorecards using their confirmation number or seat number and date of birth. The board has also issued revised final answer key updates for the Gujarati Medium Common Paper and the Science and Mathematics paper. The result follows the completion of the objection process, with qualified candidates set to appear for the TAT-S Mains Exami

NCVT ITI CBT Exam Admit Card 2026: The NCVT ITI CBT Exam Admit Card 2026 has been released online for eligible trainees appearing in the AITT CTS examination. Issued by the Directorate General of Training under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the hall ticket is available through the official portal. Candidates must download, verify and print the admit card before the examination. The document is mandatory for entry to the examination centre and contains important candidat

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has extended the application deadline for the CET Group D 2026 posts to July 5. Candidates must submit their applications by 11:59 PM on the official website, hssc.gov.in. A correction window will be open from July 9 to July 11. No further opportunities to apply or edit will be granted after these dates, so prompt submission is crucial.

The State Bank of India has released the interview admit cards for the recruitment of 2,050 Circle Based Officer posts. Candidates who cleared the written examination can now download their hall tickets using their login credentials through the SBI CBO recruitment portal. The written examination results were declared on June 30, 2026, and interviews are tentatively scheduled to begin from July 13, 2026. Candidates should carry the admit card and required documents for the interview.

Mumbai faces a red alert with extremely heavy rainfall expected Saturday, July 4. Schools and colleges are closed for the afternoon session as a precaution. Residents are urged to stay indoors due to intense showers, gusty winds up to 60 kmph, and a high tide warning. Authorities advise avoiding travel and monitoring official updates.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) organised the Active CISCE regional workshop in Lucknow, bringing together nearly 320 Coaches, Physical Education Teachers and Sports Coordinators from across Uttar Pradesh. The programme focused on preparing schools for the 202627 academic session through training on fitness assessment and implementation. CISCE also shared participation data from the 202526 session, highlighting enrolment, assessment completion rates and the nat

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued a crucial notice for UGCET 2026 applicants. Students whose Class 12 marks were revised post-revaluation must submit updated marks cards in person at the KEA office in Malleswaram, Bengaluru, between July 4-6, 2026. Revised scores will be verified via DigiLocker before rank updates. The KEA office will be open on Sunday, July 5, to facilitate submissions.

Aspiring MBA students, mark your calendars! The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 registration is set to commence soon on iimcat.ac.in, with applications opening in August 2026. Eligibility requires a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). The exam, featuring Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation, and Quantitative Ability, is crucial for admission to top IIMs and other business schools nationwide. Stay tuned for the official notification.

JNTU Anantapur has opened registrations for AP ECET 2026 counselling, allowing eligible candidates with at least 25% marks to apply online until July 14. The process includes fee payment, certificate verification, and web option entry, with Round 1 seat allotment results expected on July 20. Classes are scheduled to commence on July 22. Candidates are urged to prepare necessary documents for a smooth application.

UP Board has announced the schedule for Class 10 and 12 compartment and improvement exams on July 28, 2026. High School exams run from 8:30 am to 11:45 am, while Intermediate exams are from 2 pm to 5:15 pm. Students must arrive 45 minutes early. Strict rules are in place, including a ban on electronic devices. Principals will distribute admit cards after downloading and countersigning them.

Prof. Dheeraj P. Sharma, Director of IIM Rohtak, received the AGBA 2026 Distinguished Innovative Academic Leader Award at the 22nd AGBA World Congress in Kuala Lumpur, recognising his contributions to business education, research and academic leadership. The event also marked the international launch of his book, Understanding Indian Youth: The Gen Z Propensities. In his keynote address, he highlighted Generation Zs evolving aspirations and the need to understand younger generations in a rapidly

Aspiring engineers can now apply for UPESEAT 2026, the gateway to BTech programs at UPES. The online application window is open until July 15, 2026. Exams are held online every Saturday, offering flexibility. General BTech admissions require 50% in Class 10 and 12 (PCM), while Mathematics and Computing programs demand 70%. Visit the UPES website to apply.

AIIMS is set to announce the BSc (Hons.) Nursing Result 2026 today, July 4, 2026, on its official examination portal. Candidates will be able to access the merit list PDF and download their individual scorecards using their login credentials. The result will include rank, percentile, qualifying status and counselling eligibility. Qualified candidates will proceed to the admission process, including counselling registration, seat allotment, document verification, fee payment and final admission a

HTET 2026 begins with the Level-3 (PGT) examination as the Board of School Education Haryana has issued detailed exam day guidelines for candidates. The instructions cover reporting time, entry deadlines, documents to carry, dress code and prohibited items inside examination centres. More than 2.33 lakh candidates will appear across PGT, TGT and PRT levels. Authorities have also put in place security checks, CCTV surveillance, emergency support, police assistance and additional transport arrange

A viral Reddit post by a 39-year-old professional earning over Rs 2.2 crore annually highlights how financial independence, rather than wealth itself, transformed his life. Growing up in a troubled household, he viewed education as an escape, eventually studying at BITS Pilani and building a successful global career. Despite his financial success, he says his greatest achievement is providing his children with a peaceful, secure home, proving that independence can create lasting happiness and br

The Goa Institute of Management (GIM) concluded a five-day Academic Leadership Programme for principals of over 40 Delhi University colleges to discuss the future of higher education. The programme focused on institutional leadership, AI in education, NEP 2020, governance, digital transformation and learner-centred approaches. Academic leaders also deliberated on key challenges such as declining admissions, student employability, classroom attendance and infrastructure funding while sharing stra

The Jananayak Chandrashekhar University has declared final semester undergraduate and postgraduate results online for multiple programmes including NEP courses. Students can download provisional marksheets using roll numbers from the official portal. Results include MSc Agriculture, MA, BCA, BSc, BCom, and other professional courses across arts, science, commerce, and agriculture streams. Links were released in phases and correction options are available for errors in student details. The offici

SSB HC Ministerial 2020 admit card 2026 has been released by Sashastra Seema Bal for Computer Based Test scheduled on 07 July 2026. Candidates can download hall ticket from official recruitment portal using login credentials. Admit card contains exam centre, timing and instructions. Recruitment covers 115 posts with selection through PET, PST, CBT, skill test, document verification and medical examination. Candidates must carry printed admit card and valid ID proof to the exam centre, failing wh