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UCO Bank has opened applications for 173 Specialist and Generalist Officer positions for 2026-27. Aspiring candidates can apply online until February 2, 2026, on the official website. The recruitment drive aims to fill various crucial roles, with a selection process that may include written tests and interviews. Don't miss this opportunity to join UCO Bank.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences is expected to release the FMGE January 2026 session results soon on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the screening test can check their qualifying status, total marks, and rank online. Passing the FMGE is a mandatory requirement for foreign medical graduates to practice medicine in India.
Yale University has joined 47 other US colleges and universities in filing an amicus brief supporting Harvard in a federal appeals case over international student visas. The brief urges the US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit to uphold an injunction allowing Harvard to continue hosting foreign students. According to Yale News, the institutions argue that cancelling visa programmes disrupts research, worsens labour shortages and threatens US leadership in science, medicine and innovation.
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced the MP Police Constable recruitment examination 2025 (first phase) results on January 25, 2026. A total of 59,438 candidates have qualified for the second phase of the recruitment process for 7,500 Constable (Executive) posts. Candidates can check their results on the official website esb.mp.gov.in.
Per a CNBC report, US therapists say more workers are bringing anxiety about artificial intelligence into therapy, driven by fears of job loss and becoming obsolete. Psychologists note that AI-related layoffs and workplace automation are triggering deeper questions about identity, self-worth and career stability. While the emotional toll is real, experts urge workers to grieve losses, separate identity from job titles, and build AI literacy to regain a sense of control amid rapid workplace chang
IIT Delhi is hosting an open house for JEE 2026 aspirants in Kota on January 31, 2026. This initiative aims to provide students with insights into IIT academic life, campus culture, and future opportunities. The event will feature interactions with faculty and current students, offering guidance on JEE preparation and life at IITs.
Madurai Kamaraj University has released the MKU UG November 2025 semester results on its official website, mkuniversity.ac.in. Students who appeared for the examinations can check and download their scorecards online by entering their register number and security code. The results include several undergraduate programmes. Candidates are advised to verify all details on the scorecard and retain a copy for future reference or official use.
The Indian Air Force has opened online applications for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027. Unmarried male and female candidates can apply until February 1, 2026. The recruitment is for a four-year service period. The online exam is scheduled for March 30 and 31, 2026. Eligible candidates will serve as Agniveervayu with a starting salary of 30,000.
The Reserve Bank of India has initiated the recruitment drive for 572 Office Attendant positions. Aspiring candidates must have completed Class 10 and fall within the 18-25 age bracket. The application process, which includes an online exam and a Language Proficiency Test, is open until February 4, 2026. Visit rbi.org.in for details.
The Intelligence Bureau has issued the IB MTS Admit Card 2026 for the Tier 1 examination through its official website, mha.gov.in. The computer-based test is scheduled for January 27, 2026, and includes 100 objective questions for 100 marks. The admit card contains exam timing, centre details, and instructions. Candidates must download it using login credentials and follow the prescribed exam-day guidelines strictly.
West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited has released the WBSEDCL Admit Card 2026 on its official website, wbsedcl.in, for Junior Engineer and Assistant Manager recruitment. The hall ticket is mandatory for appearing in the computer-based test scheduled on January 27, 2026, across three shifts. Candidates can download the admit card using their User ID and password and must carry it along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
Bank of Maharashtra's apprentice recruitment drive for 600 fresh graduates concludes today, January 25, 2026. This one-year program offers practical banking experience, focusing on customer service and branch operations. Eligible candidates with a Bachelor's degree and local language proficiency can still apply online. Selection is merit-based, with a monthly stipend of approximately 9,000.
The SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026 self slot selection window closes today, January 25, 2026, at 11:00 PM. Candidates must choose their exam city and preferred date block on ssc.gov.in to confirm their participation. Failure to do so, or to confirm via the Feedback Module by January 28, will result in the cancellation of their candidature.
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has declared the final result for the Auditor and Assistant Accountant recruitment under Advertisement No. 05-Examination/2023. A total of 526 candidates have been selected against 530 advertised posts following the written main examination and document verification. The Commission has released department-wise selection lists and category-wise cut-off marks, while four Auditor posts have been carried forward due to non-availability of e
Roy Glauber, the physicist who won the 2005 Nobel Prize in Physics, challenged a core assumption about how science works. In interviews reflecting on his career, Glauber argued that real scientific breakthroughs rarely emerge from strict deduction. Instead, they grow out of intuition, guesswork, and sustained curiosity. His reflections offer a powerful career lesson for young scientists and educators, questioning how science is taught and how creativity truly enters research.
Yantra India Limited has issued a short notification for apprentice recruitment 2026 to fill 3979 posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The vacancies include Ex-ITI and Non-ITI categories for the 59th batch of trade apprentices. Selected candidates will undergo training in Indian Ordnance and Ordnance Equipment Factories across states. The selection process is merit based with document verification, and applications will be accepted online through the designated recruitment portal.
JEE Main 2026 admit card: The National Testing Agency has released admit cards for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 candidates scheduled to appear on 28 and 29 January. The examination will be conducted across centres in India and 15 overseas cities for Paper 1, Paper 2A and Paper 2B in multiple shifts. Candidates can download the admit cards from the official JEE Main website and must verify QR codes, barcodes and photo identification details before reporting at allotted examination centres.
The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education has announced major reforms for the 2026 Class 10 and 12 examinations, scheduled to begin from March 3. The Board has introduced identical question papers across all series, with 20 per cent marks allotted to MCQs under the National Education Policy. Practical exams will be held in February, results are targeted by April 30, and CCTV-based monitoring will be enforced to prevent malpractice.
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan has announced 987 Special Educator vacancies for TGT and PRT posts for academic year 202627. Approved by the Ministry of Education, the recruitment aims to strengthen support for Children with Special Needs across Kendriya Vidyalayas. Posts include 493 TGT and 494 PRT positions. Eligibility covers academic, professional and CTET requirements. Selection involves a written CBT and professional competency test. Detailed notification will be released soon at kvsangathan.
The US is set to issue up to 2.4 million fewer green cards by the end of President Trumps second term, according to the NFAP. The largest reductions will affect immediate relatives of US citizens, refugees, and diversity visa recipients. Experts told Newsweek this could create talent shortages in tech, healthcare, and research sectors, delaying projects and slowing innovation. Employers, universities, and skilled immigrants may face long-term career and workforce challenges under these restricti
The Common Management Admission Test CMAT 2026 is set for January 25. Thousands of students will compete for management courses. The National Testing Agency NTA has released important guidelines for a smooth exam day. Candidates must carry their admit card and a valid photo ID. Strict rules are in place to prevent malpractice.
The US Department of Education has ordered Connetquot Central School District in New York to reverse its mascot change from Thunderbirds to T-Birds, finding the decision violated federal civil rights law. The Office for Civil Rights determined the district discriminated based on race and national origin by complying with a state regulation banning Native American imagery. The department has offered a resolution agreement requiring the district to restore the traditional name and associated logos
Uttarakhand Community Health Officer (CHO) admit cards for the February 1, 2026 exam are now available on the HNBUMU website. Candidates must download and print their hall tickets, which contain crucial exam details. Remember to bring a valid photo ID along with your admit card to the offline OMR-based examination. Check the official site for further updates.
JEE Main 2026 results are anticipated soon. Candidates are keenly awaiting the cutoff percentiles. These scores will determine eligibility for JEE Advanced and admission to top engineering colleges. Experts predict cutoffs will remain similar to previous years. The National Testing Agency will release the official cutoffs. Candidates should prepare for JoSAA counselling based on expected percentiles.
The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has released hall tickets for the Class 12 practical examinations on January 24, 2026. Practical exams for General courses are scheduled from February 1 to February 10, 2026, while Vocational exams run from January 27 to February 10, 2026.
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has announced via its official X handle, @upprpb, that the computer typing test for SI Confidential and ASI Clerk and Accounts posts will be conducted in the second week of February 2026. The recruitment covers 537 vacancies. Candidates have been advised to check the boards official website for typing test guidelines, admit card updates, eligibility details, and pay scale information.
The Bihar Staff Selection Commission has released the Prelims exam results for Field Assistant positions on January 22, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the August 10, 2025 exam can check their qualification status on the official BSSC website. Those who cleared the Prelims are now eligible for the upcoming Mains examination.
The Indian Navy has opened online applications for SSC Officer January 2027 recruitment to fill 260 vacancies across Executive, Technical and Education branches. The application process began on January 24, 2026, and will remain open until February 24, 2026. Eligible candidates with specified educational qualifications can apply through the official website without paying any application fee. The recruitment covers multiple specialised posts with branch-wise eligibility criteria.
The Intelligence Bureau has released the IB MTS Admit Card 2026 for the Tier-I exam scheduled for January 27, 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the Ministry of Home Affairs website to access exam details and instructions. A valid photo ID and passport-sized photographs are mandatory for entry on exam day.
The Telangana High Court has launched online registrations for District Court Recruitment 2026. This major drive aims to fill 859 vacancies across various ministerial and subordinate positions. Applications are open from January 24, 2026, until February 13, 2026. Eligibility ranges from Class VII to Graduation. Interested candidates can apply online on the official Telangana High Court website.
IIT Madras has launched AI for All, a free digital learning initiative offering six artificial intelligence courses in Hindi through its SWAYAM Plus platform. Designed for students, teachers, and professionals, the courses require no prior coding or AI knowledge. Covering subjects such as education, science, accounting, cricket analytics, and Python based AI, the programme uses real data and case studies to support practical, job oriented learning nationwide.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited has released admit cards for its Non-Executive Personnel Recruitment Examination 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the IBPS portal for the Computer Based Test scheduled in January. This exam aims to fill 394 positions. Essential for entry, the admit card details test date, time, and location.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has announced 804 Lab Assistant vacancies for Science and Geography streams. Aspiring candidates can register online from January 27 to February 25, 2026. Applicants need knowledge of Rajasthani culture and Hindi, with age limits between 18 and 35 years. This presents a significant government job opening for science graduates.
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has released the MP Police SI and Subedar answer key 2026 on its official website esb.mp.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the examination held from January 16 to January 21, 2026 can download the provisional answer key and response sheet PDF online. The objection window remains open from January 23 to January 26, 2026, after which MPESB will issue the final answer key.
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board has issued Advertisement Notification No. 01 of 2026 for the recruitment of 239 UT cadre posts in the Health and Medical Education Department. Eligible domicile candidates can apply online within the prescribed schedule through the official JKSSB website. The notification outlines eligibility conditions, age limits, application fees, examination scheme and selection process, with detailed post-wise qualifications provided in the annexures.
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has published marks and rank positions for the Combined Technical Services Examination 2025 on its official website. The results, released in interactive mode, cover Non-Interview posts for 1,097 vacancies. The examination was conducted across multiple dates using OMR, CBT and descriptive methods, with 51,918 candidates appearing. TNPSC detailed the merit ranking criteria, selection process, counselling eligibility and steps to access results online, as a
Canada is expanding academic engagement with India as Indians face headwinds in the US higher education system. Universities Canada will lead 21 Canadian university presidents on a multi-city India mission to explore research collaboration, academic exchange and transnational education. The initiative aligns with renewed bilateral ties, CEPA negotiations, Canadas $1.7-billion research strategy and upcoming high-level visits, strengthening long-term education, research and industry partnerships a
The article explains how students can confidently deliver a Republic Day 2026 speech in English during national celebrations. It outlines the historical importance of January 26, 1950, the role of the Indian Constitution drafted under Dr B R Ambedkar, and the completion of 76 years as a republic. It guides students on structuring speeches, highlighting rights, duties, unity, diversity, and concluding with civic responsibility and constitutional values for school assemblies and public programmes
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has voted to withdraw its 2024 workplace harassment guidance, reversing expanded protections for LGBTQ employees and women who have abortions. While the move does not change federal law, it signals a narrower enforcement approach under the Trump administration, raising concerns about clarity, consistency, and worker protections.
US education officials are pushing states to merge federal, state, and local funds for Title I schools into a single, flexible stream. This aims to slash paperwork, cut costs, and empower schools to better serve all students, especially those falling behind. The move seeks to enhance efficiency and boost academic success by allowing local leaders greater control over educational resources.
Florida is considering a one-year ban on new H-1B hires at public universities, a move mirroring nationwide uncertainty following a new $100,000 federal fee on H-1B petitions. Universities like Washington and Mississippi State have already paused or restricted new sponsorships. This creates a challenging environment for international academics seeking US positions.
Delhi's Directorate of Education has released the first list for Nursery, KG, and Class 1 admissions for the 2026-27 session. The points-based system, covering over 1,700 schools and 1.25 lakh applicants, prioritizes proximity, siblings, and alumni status. Parents can check online, raise objections from January 24, and the process concludes by March 19.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) NTPC 2025 CBT1 result is expected soon, marking the first stage in one of Indias largest government recruitment drives. Candidates can check their qualifying status and download scorecards from their respective RRB regional websites. Successful candidates will be shortlisted for CBT2, with cut-offs and next-stage details to be announced soon.
NBEMS has announced the NEET-SS 2025 results for admission to DM, MCh and DrNB super speciality courses for the 202526 session. Conducted in December, the exam qualified candidates scoring at or above the 50th percentile. Group-wise cut-off scores have been released, following a post-exam review that ensured technical accuracy and fair evaluation.
Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 is now open for 1,194 vacancies, including Forest Guard, Forester, APFP Constable, and Game Watcher. Online applications are accepted from January 22 to February 22, 2026. Candidates must meet educational and age criteria, with a Bachelor's degree or Higher Secondary required depending on the post.
CBSE has released the CTET 2026 city intimation slip on ctet.nic.in, informing candidates about their allotted exam city ahead of the admit card. The slip helps aspirants plan travel but is not a hall ticket. The CTET exam will be held on February 8, 2026, in two shifts, with centres allotted at CBSEs discretion.
The Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board has announced 145 Assistant Professor vacancies in government medical colleges. Eligible doctors with postgraduate medical qualifications and valid R.C. from the Medical Council of Andhra Pradesh can apply online. The recruitment aims to fill faculty positions across various clinical, non-clinical, and super specialty departments.
Recruiting veteran J.T. ODonnell warns that online applications in 2026 are largely ineffective for most job seekers. With AI-generated submissions and automated filters overwhelming recruiters, traditional job boards often fail to connect candidates with opportunities. ODonnell recommends building visibility on LinkedIn, engaging with company content, and forming strategic connections. The approach, called the documentation streak, has helped candidates land unadvertised roles, highlighting the
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has revised the NEET PG Counselling 2025 Round 3 seat matrix, adding and withdrawing postgraduate medical seats based on fresh inputs from institutes. Candidates can now exercise fresh choice filling for newly added seats. Aspirants are advised to review updates carefully, as Round 3 is a critical stage with limited exit options and strict allotment rules.
The Bihar Staff Selection Commission has extended the deadline for BSSC Inter Level Recruitment 2026, allowing candidates to apply online until January 29, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 24,492 Inter Level posts across multiple categories. Online applications began on October 15, 2025, with fee payment closing on the same extended date. The selection process includes prelims, mains, skill test where applicable, document verification, and medical examination.

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