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Rajasthan Staff Selection Board will release REET Mains Admit Card 2026 on January 12 for Level 1 and Level 2 teacher recruitment. The exams are scheduled from January 17 to 20. Candidates must download their admit cards from the official RSSB portal and verify all details carefully before the examination day.

CBSE Class 12 Business Studies success hinges on conceptual clarity and smart preparation. Experts emphasize mastering NCERT, focusing on key chapters like Management Functions and Marketing. Accurate vocabulary, structured answers, and practice with sample papers are vital for scoring high. Understanding concepts over rote learning and careful question analysis are crucial for exam readiness.

The Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) offers 150 annual undergraduate scholarships to children of NRIs, PIOs, OCIs and Indian workers in ECR countries. The scheme has strict academic and income criteria, category-wise reservations, and a 50% quota for women, with applications routed through Indian missions abroad. Check details here.

The Union Public Service Commission is implementing mandatory face authentication for all its recruitment exams. This new system will verify candidates' identities using AI technology. It aims to prevent impersonation and boost the examination process's credibility. Candidates will undergo a quick facial scan at exam centres. This move is set to streamline entry and strengthen security across all UPSC examinations.

Students are increasingly drawn to AI and Machine Learning engineering degrees. While both fields involve computers and data, BTech AI focuses on intelligent systems and problem-solving, encompassing areas like robotics and language processing. BTech ML, conversely, delves deeper into learning from data, emphasizing algorithms and statistical modeling. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for career choices.

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has opened applications for 5,500 Police Constable posts, including male and female general duty and male GRP roles. Eligible candidates, who have qualified the HSSC CET Group C, can apply online from January 11 to January 25, 2026, with no application fee. The selection process involves CET scores, Physical Measurement Test, and Physical Screening Test.

The Bihar School Examination Board has extended the DElEd CET 2026 application deadline to January 24, 2026, allowing more time for registrations. The entrance test for the two-year program will be conducted in computer-based mode between January 19 and February 18, 2026. Eligibility requires passing Class 12 with specific marks based on category, and a minimum age of 17.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has released the October-November 2025 Class 10 and 12 results. Students can check their marks online using their enrolment number. The institute also outlined procedures for result correction, rechecking, and re-evaluation, with specific deadlines and fees applicable for each.

Despite growing fears of AI-driven job losses, a January 7 research briefing by Oxford Economics finds little evidence that artificial intelligence is causing large-scale unemployment. Instead, the report suggests companies may be attributing routine layoffs to AI to reassure investors, with economic conditionsnot automationremaining the primary driver of job cuts.

American employers closed 2025 on an uncertain note, adding just 50,000 jobs in December as hiring slowed and revisions erased earlier gains. While unemployment edged lower, job growth narrowed to a few service sectors. Private data hints at stabilisation, but widespread layoffs and weak momentum leave the US labour market fragile heading into 2026.

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has launched its 2026 recruitment drive for multiple positions at the Tarapur Nuclear Power Station. Open to Indian citizens, the process offers a chance to work on one of the countrys most advanced nuclear projects. Applications are open from January 15 to February 4, 2026, via NPCILs official careers portal.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the final answer keys, response sheets, and marks memos for the SSC CGL Tier-I 2025 examination on its official website. Candidates can check their scores until February 8. SSC has advised aspirants to download and retain copies, while preparations move ahead for the Tier-II exam scheduled on January 18 and 19.

The US job market has not collapsed, but it has quietly slowed. Fresh data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics shows hiring in 2025 fell sharply compared with 2024, even as unemployment stayed stable. For students and young professionals, this means longer job searches, fewer entry-level roles, and tougher competitionespecially for those planning careers in the US.

The Uttar Pradesh government has eased RTE admissions by dropping the mandatory Aadhaar requirement for children and both parents, allowing applications with one parents Aadhaar instead. The move aims to reduce barriers for disadvantaged families, ensure smoother online admissions, enforce the 25% quota in private schools, and improve transparency through verification and lottery-based allotment.

Canadas long-held promise of stability is wearing thin for young professionals. Crippling housing costs, widening wage gaps with the US, stalled career growth, and high taxes are pushing doctors, engineers, and tech workers to leave, not out of impulse, but calculation. What looks like migration is, in truth, a quiet verdict on affordability and opportunity.

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has released the admit card for the Superintendent examination. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The examination is scheduled for January 2026. Applicants must carry a printed admit card and a valid photo ID for entry. Electronic devices are prohibited.

NPCIL announced 114 job openings for its Tarapur Atomic Power Station, Maharashtra, for 2026. Applications are open to Indian citizens with qualifications ranging from Class 10 to graduate degrees. The online application window is from January 15 to February 4, 2026, exclusively via the NPCIL careers portal. Selection involves computer-based tests, skill tests, and interviews.

Gujarat Police is recruiting 950 technical and wireless unit positions, including Sub Inspector and Technical Operator roles. Applications opened January 9, 2026, closing January 29, 2026, via the OJAS Gujarat portal. Candidates need engineering degrees for some posts. Selection involves a written test, document verification, and medical exam.

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission has released its tentative exam calendar for 2026, outlining recruitment tests and entrance exams across administrative, technical, healthcare, and education sectors. The schedule includes exams for services, engineering, nursing, teaching, and police posts. MPPSC has cautioned that dates remain provisional and may be revised as required.

The MP Police SI admit card 2026 has been released by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board on esb.mp.gov.in. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets using login credentials. The computer-based preliminary exam will be held on January 16, 2026, across Madhya Pradesh. The admit card is mandatory for entry.

MHT CET 2026 registration is now open until February 12th for engineering, pharmacy, and other professional courses. Applicants need Aadhaar and APAAR IDs. The exam, scheduled in April and May, will have separate sessions for PCM and PCB groups. Fees vary by category, with general candidates paying 1,300 and reserved categories 1,000. Visit cetcell.mahacet.org for details.

JEE Main 2026 January session admit cards are expected to be released around January 17 or 18, a few days before the exams commence on January 21. Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official NTA website using their application number and password. This crucial document, along with ID proof, is mandatory for exam hall entry.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission is gearing up for the 2026 Combined Competitive Exam, a crucial gateway to government jobs in the state. The preliminary exam, an objective test, screens candidates for the main examination. A thorough understanding of the syllabus, covering Rajasthan's history, culture, and national subjects, is vital for effective preparation and success.

Haryana Staff Selection Commission announces Group C Mains Exam 2026. Applications open February 2 and close February 15, 2026. Over 3,000 vacancies are available across government departments. Candidates must have cleared the CET Group C exam. Age limit is 18 to 42 years. Educational qualifications vary by post. Selection involves shortlisting, a written exam, and possibly a skill test.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the city intimation slip for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 examination. Candidates can now check their exam city for the Tier 2 exam scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2026. The SSC has also made the final answer key and marks for the Tier 1 exam available.

Five Democratic attorneys general are suing the Trump administration over its freeze on billions in public benefit funds for low-income families. Citing unconstitutional executive overreach, the states argue the administration is blocking congressionally approved money. The lawsuit targets programs like child care subsidies and cash assistance, with concerns raised about data demands and fraud allegations.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the final answer key, response sheets, and marks for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 examination. Candidates can download these details from the official website until February 8, 2026. A total of 1,39,395 candidates have qualified for the Tier 2 exam, scheduled for January 18-19, 2026.

The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT-1 city intimation slip 2026 on its official website, informing candidates about their allotted exam cities. The slip is meant only for advance travel planning and is not the admit card. Hall tickets for AFCAT 2026 will be issued separately ahead of the examination.

The Andhra Pradesh Department of School Education has released the AP TET 2025 results on its official website, tet2dsc.apcfss.in. Candidates can now log in with their credentials to check and download their scores for Paper I and Paper II. The examination was conducted in online mode with multiple-choice questions and no negative marking.

Austin Peay University reinstated a tenured professor, Darren Michael, and agreed to a $500,000 settlement after his termination over a social media post. The university acknowledged a procedural lapse in firing the theatre and dance professor, who faced backlash following a conservative activist's killing. The settlement includes counseling expense reimbursement.

AIIMS New Delhi has announced the INI CET January 2026 round 2 seat allotment results. Candidates can check their allocated seats on the official AIIMS exams website. Those allotted a seat must report by January 15, 2026, with required documents. PWBD candidates need to report for disability verification on January 10, 2026.

The State Bank of India is expected to release the SBI Clerk Mains Result 2025 soon on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their results, scorecard, and cut-off marks. Successful candidates will proceed to the Local Language Proficiency Test, with final selection based on Mains performance, LLPT, and document verification.

Indian Air Force has released Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2026 Phase-II admit cards for the first batch. Candidates can download their hall tickets from agnipathvayu.cdac.in. The second batch admit cards will be issued soon. Ensure you carry the admit card and valid ID to the exam centre. Strict adherence to instructions is mandatory.

Dibrugarh University has declared the 2026 odd semester results for multiple undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Students from courses such as BSc, BCom, MA, ITEP BA BEd, BSc BEd, and MA in Applied Psychology can check their results online at dibru.ac.in using their roll numbers. The results are available in PDF format, and students are advised to verify all details carefully.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the RPSC Lecturer Admit Card 2026 for Ayush Department posts. Candidates can download the hall ticket from rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in. The computer-based exam will be held on January 12, 2026, in Ajmer. Carrying a printed admit card and valid photo ID is mandatory for entry.

Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation is hiring 572 engineers and technical supervisors for 2026. Applications open January 8 to January 23, 2026. Positions include Assistant City Engineer, Assistant Engineer Civil, and Sahayak Technical Supervisor. Candidates must meet educational and age criteria. Selection involves a written test and document verification. This is a significant career opportunity.

The Xavier Aptitude Test answer key 2026 has been released on January 9. Candidates can access the provisional key on xatonline.in and raise objections within a limited window by paying a fee. The XAT exam was held on January 4 in a single computer-based shift, with results to be prepared after final key review.

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate NEET UG 2026 syllabus is now official. The National Testing Agency NTA and the National Medical Commission NMC have released the updated syllabus for the 2026-27 academic session. Aspirants should now align their preparation with the detailed Physics Chemistry and Biology topics. This early release provides clarity for focused study.

The National Testing Agency has announced the SWAYAM January 2026 semester exam schedule. Exams for 648 courses will be held from June 17 to 21, with buffer dates on June 22 and 23. Conducted in hybrid mode, the tests will run in two daily shifts. There will be no negative marking for MCQs.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the NIFTEE 2026 registration deadline to January 16, 2026, without a late fee, following a request from NIFT to accommodate more applicants. This extension, along with the addition of two new exam cities, aims to increase participation in the entrance examination for various fashion technology programs.

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education has announced the HPBOSE State Open School Special Marks Improvement Result 2025 for Classes 10 and 12. Students who appeared in the September 2025 exams can check their scores at hpbose.org using their SOS roll numbers. The online scorecard is provisional, and qualified candidates should plan their next academic steps carefully.

The Bihar School Examination Board's Sakshamta Pariksha 5th Phase registration deadline is today, January 9, 2026. This competency test is for government school teachers in Bihar. Eligible candidates must apply online before the closing time. The examination will be computer-based. Important dates for the exam, answer key, and results will be announced later on the official website.

Lucknow schools for students up to Class 8 will remain closed until January 10, 2026, due to severe cold and dense fog. Older students in Classes 9-12 will resume classes with revised timings from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, ensuring safer travel. Authorities emphasize strict compliance with these safety measures.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is launching E-Diary, a digital platform for CA students starting practical training from January 1, 2026. This system will digitally record daily attendance, work, and stipends, ensuring standardized training and skill development. Principals will review and approve entries, streamlining the process for both students and mentors.

The Andhra Pradesh State Eligibility Test AP SET 2025 registration is now open. Aspiring teachers can apply online to qualify for assistant professor positions. The application window is from January 9 to March 5, 2026, with varying late fees. The exam is scheduled for March 28 and 29, 2026. Candidates must meet Master's degree eligibility criteria.

IBPS Specialist Officer SO Result 2025 scorecards are now available on the official IBPS website. Candidates can check their marks from January 8 to January 14, 2026. Those who qualify will proceed to the interview stage. The final selection will be based on main exam and interview scores. Visit the IBPS website for further updates.

SNAP 2025 results have been announced today, January 9, on snaptest.org. Candidates can now access their scorecards online using their SNAP ID and password. The results detail total scores, section-wise marks, and percentiles, crucial for Symbiosis institutes' shortlisting for subsequent admission rounds like GE, PI, and WAT. Download and save your scorecard for future use.

The Staff Selection Commission has released its tentative examination timetable for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle, offering clarity to lakhs of aspirants preparing for central government jobs. The calendar outlines notification, application, and exam months for major exams like CGL, CHSL, and GD Constable, starting from March 2026.

COMEDK UGET 2026 exam date is set for May 9, 2026, for engineering admissions. Over 150 private colleges in Karnataka accept scores. Eligibility requires passing Class 12 with Physics and Maths. Detailed notification and application dates are expected soon on comedk.org. Centralised counselling will follow results for seat allotment.

Iowa has become the first state to receive federal approval to reshape its education funding, gaining greater control over federal dollars. This waiver allows the state to merge funding streams, reduce administrative costs by an estimated $8 million over four years, and focus on improving student learning, teacher development, and literacy.