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Harvard Divinity School is exploring its own Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program due to significant hospital budget cuts in Boston reducing training opportunities. Students, facing dwindling placements, petitioned the school for institutional action. This move aims to stabilize chaplaincy training and affirm HDS's leadership in spiritual care education amidst healthcare financial pressures.

Texas' Bible-infused Bluebonnet curriculum, approved last year, is undergoing revisions due to hundreds of errors identified by teachers. The State Board of Education approved the changes, which address factual inaccuracies, punctuation, and image licensing issues. This highlights ongoing debates about religious content in public schools and the challenges of curriculum implementation.

The SSC CHSL exam 2025 Tier-I results are out, with category-wise cut-offs announced for LDC/JSA/Clerk-Cum-Typist, DEO Science Stream, and DEO Other than Science Stream posts. A total of 39,901 candidates have qualified for Tier-II across all posts. Candidates can check their results and download the PDF from the official SSC website. Tier-II preparation should begin now.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for submitting online applications for its B.Ed, BSc Nursing (Post Basic), and PGDRPC entrance exams. Candidates can now apply until March 10, 2026, for exams scheduled on March 29, 2026. IGNOU has advised applicants to submit forms early to avoid technical issues. Admissions for other undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for the January 2026 session are also ongoing.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released the REET Mains 2026 answer keys for both Primary and Upper Primary teacher exams. Candidates can download set-wise PDFs from the official RSSB website to check their answers and estimate scores. An objection window is open for candidates to challenge any discrepancies before the final answer keys are issued.

Aspiring Company Secretaries, take note! The registration deadline for the ICSI CSEET 2026 is tomorrow, February 28, 2026. This is your final chance to apply for the crucial entrance exam. Ensure all details are accurate and complete your application online at smash.icsi.edu before the window closes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to begin your CS journey.

The National Testing Agency has issued the CUET PG 2026 city intimation slip on its official portal, enabling candidates to check their allotted exam city ahead of the March examination schedule. The slip is not the admit card, which will be released separately. The postgraduate entrance test will be conducted in CBT mode for 157 subjects across multiple dates.

The West Bengal College Service Commission has announced Assistant Professor recruitment for 2026. Applications are now open online until April 15, 2026. Candidates need a Master's degree and NET, SET, or SLET qualification. The selection process involves academic records, research, teaching experience, and an interview. This is a significant opportunity for aspiring educators in West Bengal's government-aided colleges.

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission has announced the MPSC Civil Services Prelims Result 2026 for the 2025 Gazetted Combined Examination. The PDF lists shortlisted candidates for the Mains stage and includes category-wise cut-offs. A total of 385 vacancies will be filled through this three-stage recruitment process. Qualified candidates can download the result from mpsc.gov.in.

NABARD has announced the Grade A Mains Result 2026, with qualified candidates advancing to the Psychometric Test and Interview. The Mains exam, held on January 25, 2026, saw results published on February 27, 2026, in a PDF format listing shortlisted roll numbers. Further details on cut-offs and interview schedules are anticipated soon on the official website.

The National Testing Agency has opened the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 correction window from February 27, allowing candidates to edit their application forms until February 28, 11:50 PM. Both fresh and repeat applicants can modify selected details online. After the deadline, NTA will release the city intimation slip and admit card for Session 2.

The State Bank of India has announced the SBI Clerk Mains Result 202526 today, February 27, 2026. Candidates can now check the official website for their roll numbers in the PDF result. Those who qualified will proceed to the Local Language Proficiency Test, a mandatory qualifying stage for final selection. The recruitment drive aims to fill numerous Junior Associate vacancies.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has opened applications for school affiliation for the 2027-28 academic session. Schools can apply through SARAS 7.0 for fresh affiliation, upgradation, or extensions. Some categories have a deadline of July 31, 2026. Other categories remain open all year. Schools must follow the Affiliation Bye-Laws and Manual 7.0.

The UP Board Class 10 Mathematics exam 2026 was conducted today, with students and teachers largely deeming it moderate. Section A was reported as easy and formula-based, while later sections required conceptual clarity. The paper followed the prescribed syllabus and model paper patterns, with over 35 lakh students registered for the board exams.

The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026 Class 6 results are likely to be declared in March for Phase 1 on the official website. The first phase exam was held on December 13, 2025, while Phase 2 is scheduled for April 11, 2026. Qualified students will proceed with admission formalities for the 202627 academic session.

Bihar Public Service Commission has opened applications for 300 Assistant Prosecution Officer posts. Aspiring candidates with a law degree can apply online until March 20, 2026. The recruitment drive, announced under Advertisement No. 13/2026, targets the Prosecution Directorate. Eligibility and age limits are detailed, with a preliminary exam slated for July 15, 2026.

The State Bank of India has opened applications for SBI PO Recruitment 2026, a highly competitive drive that drew nearly 6.5 lakh aspirants last year. Offering a starting basic pay of 48,480 and strong promotion prospects, the post remains a top public sector banking role. Selection will be conducted through Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages.

The Telangana State Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test, TS PGECET 2026, will be held from May 28 to May 31. Applications open online on February 27. This exam is for postgraduate admissions in engineering, technology, and pharmacy. Candidates must register and pay the fee online. General candidates pay 1,100, while SC, ST, and PWD candidates pay 600.

Aspiring engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture students in Karnataka have until midnight tonight, February 27, 2026, to register for the KCET 2026. The Karnataka Examinations Authority urges applicants to complete their online applications and fee payments promptly on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in to avoid last-minute issues. Essential documents are required for a smooth application process.

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) will commence PUC II examinations on February 28, 2026, with a relaxed passing criteria of 30%. Strict measures are in place to prevent fake question paper circulation, including social media monitoring. Free bus travel will be provided for students on exam days.

Banasthali Vidyapith has announced the 2026 semester results for various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Students can access their marks through the Examination Results section on the official website using their roll number. The results cover multiple streams, and candidates are advised to download their scorecards and regularly check the portal for further updates.

UPSC has announced the Engineering Services Preliminary Examination 2026 results. Candidates who appeared can now check the official website for their roll numbers. Those who qualified will proceed to the Main Examination scheduled for June 21, 2026. Admit cards for the mains will be released a week prior. Marks and cut-offs will be published after the entire selection process concludes.

The Directorate of Education, Delhi has opened online registrations for CM Shri School admissions for Classes 6, 9, and 11 for the 2026-27 academic session. The application deadline is March 12, 2026. Admissions prioritize Delhi residents who studied in the city during the 2025-26 academic year, with 50% of seats reserved for government school students.

Chaudhary Charan Singh University has issued admit cards for the 2026 UG and PG examinations, covering regular, private, professional, and NEP-based programmes. Students can download their hall tickets from the official portal using their credentials. The university has made the document mandatory for entry to examination centres and advised candidates to check details carefully and monitor updates regularly.

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV) has released the 2026 results for multiple undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with mark lists and pass lists uploaded between February 23 and 26. Students can access their scores through the official website by selecting their respective course. The university has advised candidates to verify details carefully and report discrepancies promptly.

IIT Bombay's window to challenge the IIT JAM 2026 provisional answer key closes today, February 27, 2026. Candidates dissatisfied with answers must submit objections online via the JOAPS portal. Following review, a final answer key will determine results, slated for March 20, 2026. Scorecards will be available from March 27, 2026.

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has announced the PET 2025 results for Lekhpal recruitment. Over 3.66 lakh candidates have been shortlisted for the Main Examination, which aims to fill 7,994 posts. Scorecards are available on the official website, with the Main Examination date to be announced soon. PET scores are crucial for further recruitment stages.

For years, an IIT seat meant four years within one campus. Now, students may take courses and in some cases spend a semester at another IIT, with credits counted back home. The reform promises wider exposure and flexibility, but limited seats, selection rules, logistics and internal hierarchy questions will determine whether this becomes meaningful change or a carefully controlled pilot.

The Karnataka Para Medical Board, Bengaluru, has announced the provisional PNB/PMB December 2025 examination results for 2026. Candidates can check their scores using their register number on the official portal. Since the results are provisional, students must verify all details carefully and report any discrepancies to the board. Final certification will depend on document verification and eligibility compliance. Candidates are advised to download and preserve their scorecards for future acade

Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) has announced results for multiple UG, PG, and doctoral courses on February 27, 2026. Students of BA, BSc, BTech, BEd, BCA, PG Diploma, and PhD programmes can check their results online using roll numbers. Result PDFs with subject-wise scores are available on the official website, ensuring easy and secure access for students.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is closing the online registration for the Civil Services Examination 2026 today, February 27, at 6 pm, following an extension due to technical issues. This year, 933 vacancies are available, with selection through a three-stage process. Candidates must meet degree and age requirements, with specific rules for serving officers.

The NTA has opened the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application correction window from February 27 to February 28, 11:50 PM on the official website. Candidates can edit selected application details based on their registration category. Students must carefully verify information, as errors may impact eligibility or exam centre allotment. Admit cards and city slips will be released after the correction period ends.

The National Testing Agency has released the CUET PG 2026 city intimation slip, informing candidates of their exam city. This slip, available on exams.nta.nic.in, is crucial for travel planning as the Computer Based Test for 157 subjects is scheduled from March 6th to 27th, 2026. Remember, this is not the admit card, which will be issued later.

Students at Yale University held a teach-in to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in New Haven. They urged the university to divest from companies allegedly supporting ICE, particularly Palantir Technologies. Organizers highlighted past student activism as a model for influencing institutional policy. The movement aims to build awareness and community response to immigration enforcement.

Louisiana's governor wants a federal investigation into diversity programs at all state colleges. This expands an existing probe into the Louisiana Board of Regents. The focus is on budget language that aims to increase graduates from certain minority groups. The federal government is examining if this violates civil rights law.

Cursive writing, once pushed aside as schools prioritised digital skills, is staging a comeback in Georgia. Powers Ferry Elementary earned statewide recognition after most of its students demonstrated proficiency in cursive, including writing the Preamble to the US Constitution. With new legislation mandating instruction in grades 35, Georgia joins a growing number of states restoring handwriting to classrooms.

As the Chemistry exam approaches on February 28, 2026, experts stress conceptual clarity over memorisation. The paper follows a structured pattern assessing application skills, numerical accuracy, and reaction mechanisms. Teachers advise NCERT mastery, stepwise presentation, and strategic time management, highlighting that understanding concepts, not rote learning, is the key to scoring well.

Bihar Public Service Commission announced the Assistant Education Development Officer exam dates for April 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, and 21, 2026, to fill 935 vacancies. Candidates must download their admit cards online, as no hard copies will be mailed. Entry requires the admit card and a valid photo ID. Check the official website for updates.

Larry Summers is leaving his academic positions at Harvard University. This follows revelations about his extensive communications with Jeffrey Epstein. Summers had served as Harvard's president and held other influential roles. His departure from formal duties marks a significant shift. Harvard continues its review of ties to Epstein. Summers will now focus on independent commentary on global economic issues.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India will announce the CA Final January 2026 examination results. Candidates can expect their scorecards by the evening of March 1, 2026. The results will be available on the official ICAI website. Students need their registration and roll numbers to check their performance. This marks the final stage for aspiring Chartered Accountants.

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has announced marks for PGT Sanskrit candidates. Shortlisted Sanskrit applicants must now submit e-dossiers. Additionally, DSSSB has released a result notice for PGT Physics posts. Candidates for both subjects are urged to check the official DSSSB website for details and further instructions regarding their applications.

The National Testing Agency has opened applications for the Navayug School Sarojini Nagar Entrance Test 2026. Students aiming for Class 6 and Class 7 admissions can apply online until March 24. The exam is scheduled for April 19. This test is crucial for entry into Navayug School, Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi.

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board's application window for 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector posts closes on March 6, 2026. Candidates with a bachelor's degree and Punjabi at matriculation level, aged 18-37, must apply online before the deadline. The selection process includes a 100-mark objective written exam with negative marking.

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited has announced recruitment for Junior Executives for 2025. Applications are open online for diploma holders in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Chemical, and Fire & Safety engineering. The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test followed by group discussions or interviews. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria and age limit can apply soon.

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has postponed its Group D recruitment examination due to administrative reasons. The board assured candidates that a new schedule will be announced soon on the official website, and the exam pattern and syllabus will remain unchanged. Aspirants are advised to continue their preparation.

As many as 208 MBBS students in Karnataka have been served notices and face a Rs 15 lakh penalty each for failing to register for mandatory one-year rural service. Many students reportedly prefer to use this year to prepare for NEET-PG for specialization, as an MBBS without further specialization is seen as less lucrative.

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has issued hall tickets for the Combined Technical Services (Interview Posts) examination under Advertisement No. 19/2025. Registered candidates can download their admit cards from the official portal ahead of the computer-based test scheduled for March 7 and 8, 2026. Entry to the examination centre will be permitted only with a valid printed hall ticket.

The CBSE Class 12 Geography exam on February 26, 2026, was largely perceived as easy and directly based on NCERT textbooks. Students found all sections manageable, with a balanced mix of knowledge-based and analytical questions, including a straightforward map section. The paper was well-structured and time-friendly, allowing ample opportunity for revision.

The National Testing Agency has opened the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application correction window from February 27 to February 28. Candidates can edit specific details on the official website, with changes varying for new and existing applicants. This is a crucial one-time opportunity before the release of admit cards.

The Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited (PSTCL) has announced the PSTCL Result 2026 for various technical and non-technical positions. Candidates who took the computer-based test in January 2026 can now access their results, released in PDF format on the official website, pstcl.org. Qualified candidates will proceed to the next selection stages, including document verification.