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The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has published the WB ANM GNM 2026 final answer key and result on its official website, wbjeeb.in. Candidates can download their rank cards by logging in with their application number and password. The final answer key, prepared after reviewing objections, forms the basis for score calculation and result preparation.

The Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) has introduced a temporary relief measure for students affected by the recent floods by offering free duplicate copies of marksheets, certificates, admit cards and registration documents. Eligible students from four districts can apply online, with a self-declaration replacing the mandatory police complaint to simplify the application process.

The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2 Exam City Intimation Slip 2026, informing candidates of their allotted examination city through registered email IDs and mobile numbers. Aspirants can now plan their travel ahead of the August 8 exam. The IAF has clarified that this is not the admit card, which will be issued separately before the examination.

An 11-year-old Florida student has reached the finals of a national science competition. Her innovative soilshade balls help farmers conserve water during dry weather conditions. This eco-friendly invention slows evaporation and keeps soil moist for extended periods. She will compete for a $25,000 prize and mentorship from 3M scientists. The competition celebrates young innovators using STEM to solve real-world problems.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has extended the UPPSC PCS Preliminary Examination 2026 application deadline to August 3, offering another opportunity to candidates who missed the earlier registration window. The revised schedule also allows fee payment until August 3 and application corrections until August 10, while the preliminary examination remains scheduled for December 6, 2026.

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Assam, is set to release the Assam NEET Rank List 2026 on its official website. Prepared using NEET UG 2026 scores, the PDF merit list will determine eligibility for MBBS and BDS admissions under the 85% state quota. Qualified candidates should download the list and follow counselling updates regularly.

Dr Kiran Prakash Chavan, founder of Manobrahma Foundation and Director of Samvad Rehabilitation Centre, has been appointed as a non-official member of the Maharashtra State Mental Health Authority Committee for a three-year term. Recognised for his work in de-addiction, psychiatric rehabilitation, mental health awareness and community-based care, Dr Chavan aims to strengthen inclusive and accessible mental healthcare services across Maharashtra. His appointment is expected to bring valuable gras

AISSMS Institute of Information Technology (AISSMS IOIT), Pune, has strengthened its international collaboration with Happy Science University, Japan, by sending a 19-member student delegation for a 10-day exchange programme. Scheduled from July 30 to August 8, 2026, the initiative aims to provide global academic exposure, cultural learning and collaborative experiences. Building on previous institutional engagement, the programme reflects AISSMS IOITs commitment to internationalisation and prep

A Reddit post by a 25-year-old product intern has reignited debate over startup work culture after the intern claimed to have worked 1216-hour days for 10 months without receiving a full-time offer. Despite repeated internship extensions and promises of permanent employment, the uncertainty continued. The post prompted widespread discussion on burnout, career progression and workplace transparency, with many professionals advising young graduates to seek opportunities elsewhere while prioritisin

The Bihar Education Department has submitted a requisition to the Bihar Public Service Commission for the recruitment of 32,388 teachers under the fourth phase of the Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE 4). Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced the development on July 29, 2026. The proposed vacancies include posts for primary, middle, secondary and higher secondary schools. BPSC is expected to release the official recruitment notification with application dates, eligibility criteria and sel

The Lok Sabha has passed the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing stricter measures to curb paper leaks. The legislation proposes fast-track courts, time-bound investigations, harsher jail terms and steeper fines for offenders and organised syndicates, aiming to strengthen the credibility of public examinations and restore students' confidence in the examination system.

The Board of School Education Haryana is expected to announce the HTET Result 2026 for PRT, TGT, and PGT levels by July 30 or 31 on its official website. Candidates can download their scorecards using their login credentials. The result will include subject-wise marks, qualifying status, and is likely to be released along with the final answer key.

After quitting her corporate job following marriage, Jaipur-based fashion designer Nishtha Rawat launched her clothing brand, Nehfi, from home in September 2024. Starting with local tailors and managing every aspect of the business herself, she built a contemporary womenswear label inspired by Rajasthani craftsmanship. Within just 10 months, the brand reportedly reached Rs 14 lakh in monthly revenue. Her journey highlights the value of identifying market gaps, prioritising customer trust and sca

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has revised the timing of the Civil Police Constable written examination for the Kalyana Karnataka cadre scheduled on August 2, 2026. The afternoon examination will now be held from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM instead of 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM following representations from candidates citing travel difficulties between examination centres. KEA has clarified that all morning examinations and other provisions of the recruitment notification remain unchanged.

Rajasthan JET 2026 result: SKRAU has declared the Rajasthan JET, Pre-PG and PhD 2026 examination results on July 29. Candidates can now download their scorecards by logging into the official JET portal using their user ID. The results follow the release of the final answer key on July 21. The university will announce the counselling schedule separately for admissions to agriculture and allied programmes. Candidates are advised to verify their scorecards and keep them ready for counselling.

Muskaan Mittal and Aashish Gupta left technology jobs with a combined annual salary of 35 lakh to pursue content creation full-time. Starting with a travel video from Vietnam, they gradually built multiple income streams through brand collaborations, affiliate marketing, digital products and curated travel experiences. According to the couple, their creator business generated over 1 crore in 2025. Their journey highlights the opportunities, risks and entrepreneurial mindset required to succeed i

The CBSE is expected to announce the Class 12 Supplementary Result 2026 in August on its official websites. More than 1.63 lakh compartment candidates appeared for the examination held on July 28, seeking another chance to clear their board exams. Students will be able to access their scorecards online using their roll number, school number and admit card ID.

IIT Madras will organise a three-day workshop on AI in Action: Climate and Energy Systems Applications from August 7 to August 9, 2026. Hosted by the AI4NetZero Team at the EnERG Lab, the programme will train students, researchers and industry professionals in AI, Machine Learning and Data Science applications for climate and energy sectors. Participants will learn about renewable energy forecasting, power-system optimisation, predictive maintenance and climate modelling through hands-on tutoria

The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, is expected to announce the Class 10, 11 and 12 supplementary examination results by the last week of July on tnresults.nic.in. Students can access provisional marksheets online using their registration number and date of birth. Successful candidates will become eligible for further admissions, including TNEA supplementary counselling.

AP ECET Phase 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026 is expected on July 29 after APSCHE postponed the earlier release due to technical issues. The counselling process covers 55,960 BTech lateral entry seats across 240 engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can check allotment details through the official portal and complete self-reporting, fee payment and college reporting after selection. The article also covers reservation rules, seat matrix details and previous closing rank trends.

JSSC Excise Constable Result 2026 out: Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has released the JSSC Excise Constable Result 2026 for the JECCE 2023 recruitment. The Commission has published the written exam result, combined merit list PDF and cut-off details for 583 Excise Constable posts. Candidates who appeared for the examination held on April 12, 2026, can download the merit list from the official website. The PDF includes roll numbers, marks, ranks, selection status and Document Verification

MCC has introduced new counselling rules for NEET UG and postgraduate medical admissions from the 2026 academic session. The changes include no physical reporting for candidates opting for seat upgrades, online resignation of allotted seats and online document submission for NRI quota applicants in deemed universities. The Medical Counselling Committee has also started training sessions for state authorities and medical colleges to implement the updated system and improve transparency during the

NEET SS 2025 Round 2 counselling is set to resume after the Supreme Court directed the restoration of 151 vacant DM and MCh Super Speciality seats to the central pool. MCC must complete the remaining counselling process within two weeks. The Round 2 schedule was delayed due to a dispute involving Tamil Nadus in-service seats. Candidates will need to check revised dates, update choices after the new seat matrix and follow official MCC notifications.

Anoop Srikantaswamy left a successful automotive career at Toyota, Volvo, Accenture and Ola to build electric tractors for Indian farmers. As the founder of Bengaluru-based Moonrider, he is developing battery-powered agricultural vehicles designed for Indias farming needs. With advanced technology, investor backing and thousands of planned deliveries, Moonrider aims to reduce diesel dependence and transform agricultural mechanisation. His journey highlights how engineering expertise can drive im

UPSSSC has announced the Excise Constable Eligibility Result 2026, shortlisting 32,891 candidates for the Mains Examination. The selection list has been prepared using normalized UPSSSC PET 2025 scores, with category-wise cut-offs released for General, OBC, EWS, SC and ST candidates. The recruitment drive includes 820 vacancies, increased from the earlier 722 posts. Shortlisted candidates will now appear for the written examination followed by physical tests and document verification stages.

IIT Roorkee professor Sunil Bajpai has been selected for the prestigious J.C. Bose Grant by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The five-year grant recognises his outstanding scientific contributions, sustained research excellence and commitment to mentoring future researchers. Named after physicist Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose, the honour is among Indias top recognitions for scientists, engineers and technologists. The recognition highlights IIT Roorkees growing research impact and

The National Testing Agency is expected to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key shortly after the examination concluded on July 5. Candidates will be able to download the answer key, response sheet and question paper from the official portal and raise objections by paying ?200 per question. The final answer key, expected in the first week of August, will form the basis for result preparation after expert review of all valid challenges.

Schools across most parts of India remain open today, July 29, 2026, as Guru Purnima is observed as a restricted holiday rather than a statewide closure. However, district administrations in Nagpur, Bageshwar, Champawat, Garhwal and Visakhapatnam have suspended classes because of heavy rainfall, landslide risks or local event management. While educational institutions in major cities continue normal operations, parents and students are advised to follow official school and district notifications

Odisha's Department of Higher Education has released the SAMS Postgraduate Admission 2026-27 schedule. Candidates can check the detailed counselling dates on the official SAMS Odisha website. The admission process is for PG courses offered by state universities and colleges. Eligibility requires graduation from a UGC-recognised university for all applicants. Students should carefully read the prospectus and complete choice locking before deadlines.

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The National Testing Agency will soon release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key. Candidates can download their response sheets and question papers from the official website. Objections against the provisional key can be submitted with a fee for expert review. A final answer key will be prepared after considering all valid challenges. Results will be declared based on the final answer key and eligibility criteria.

The Centre has described IIT graduates' decisions to study or work abroad as a matter of individual choice, attributing them to factors such as affordability, education loans, global exposure and academic interests. However, the absence of official migration data has reignited questions over whether India is doing enough to retain top talent and strengthen its research and innovation ecosystem.

Indian Space Research Organisation is inviting online applications for 244 vacancies. These positions include Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, and Stenographer roles. The application window opens on July 27, 2026, and closes on August 16, 2026. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and computer proficiency for specific posts. The selection process involves a written test followed by a skill test.

NCP-SP leader Rohit Pawar, Fahad Ahmad and student organisation representatives met the Mumbai Police Commissioner to raise concerns over FIRs registered during recent student protests. AISF representative Aamir Kazi said police assured the delegation that notices and procedures against students would be handled slowly. Police also informed the group that students could respond to summons notices through WhatsApp and visit police stations according to their convenience. Decisions on FIR withdraw

Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the provisional RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Answer Key 2026 for the Senior Teacher (Secondary Education Department) Competitive Examination-2025. Candidates who appeared in the exam held from July 12 to July 18 can download subject-wise answer key PDFs from the official website. The objection window will remain open from July 29 to July 31. The commission will review objections before releasing the final answer key.

Bindhushree Pawar alleges a significant OMR sheet mix-up after her NEET UG results. Her score shows negative eleven marks, a stark contrast to her expected six hundred sixty-three. She claims the submitted OMR sheet contains fewer entries than she remembers marking. The recorded entry and exit times on the sheet appear impossibly short. Her family seeks the original OMR sheet for verification and justice.

IIT Madras Director Veezhinathan Kamakoti has said artificial intelligence can aid in generating examination questions and translating content but cannot independently prepare question papers for high-stakes exams such as NEET. He stressed that subject experts must review questions and multilingual translations to ensure accuracy, fairness, and academic integrity throughout the examination process.

The University of Delhi has started the NCWEB admission process for the 2026-27 academic session after releasing the first cut-off list for BA (Programme) and BCom courses. Eligible women candidates from Delhi can apply online from July 28 based on their Class 12 marks, with additional admission rounds scheduled through August if seats remain vacant.

TGCHE has started the TS LAWCET 2026 Phase 1 web options entry process from July 28 for candidates who have completed certificate verification. Eligible applicants can submit their preferred law colleges until July 31, while the editing window will open on August 1. The Phase 1 provisional seat allotment is scheduled for August 5, followed by college reporting from August 6 to August 8 for admissions to three-year and five-year LLB programmes.

Former Google recruiter Prasad Rao reveals what truly matters in technology hiring today, explaining why a B.Tech degree or college name alone is no longer enough to secure opportunities. With nearly two decades of recruitment experience at companies like Google, Uber and Walmart, Rao says recruiters increasingly value real-world achievements, internships, competitive programming, projects and problem-solving skills. His advice highlights how students can stand out by building, creating and demo

The University of Delhi has opened applications for its Integrated Teacher Education Programme. Eligible candidates can register online for the 2026-27 academic session. The application window remains open until August 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Applicants must carefully check all details before submitting their forms. Regularly visit the official website for admission and counselling updates.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has announced the TGICET 2026 counselling schedule. Online registration and fee payment for the first phase begin July 31st. Certificate verification and web option entry follow in early August. Provisional seat allotments will be released on or before August 11th. The second phase counselling commences on August 17th for eligible candidates.

The Skill Development and Industrial Training Department, Haryana, has announced the Haryana ITI Round 2 Merit List 2026. Candidates can check their seat allotment status online and must complete document verification and admission formalities within the prescribed timeline to retain their seats. Admissions are based on merit, category, trade preferences, and seat availability across participating ITIs.

Rajasthan's local government announced over 24,000 sanitation worker positions available. No educational qualifications are required for these contractual roles. Applications open on August 15, 2026, with a lottery selection process. Candidates need one year of sanitation work experience to apply. The age limit ranges from 21 to 40 years old.

Mayuri Nitin Kales journey from an engineering graduate to a successful entrepreneur shows how courage and persistence can create new opportunities. After rejecting a Rs 5 lakh corporate job to stay with her young daughter, she started a juice outlet in Nashik with no prior business experience. Within two years, her venture reportedly grew into a business earning around Rs 80,000 monthly profit. Her story highlights resilience, entrepreneurship and the power of making bold choices.

IIT Madras has updated the GATE 2027 information brochure, revising the Biotechnology syllabus and expanding two-paper combinations for several engineering disciplines, including Robotics and Automation. While the examination schedule, eligibility criteria and pattern remain unchanged, candidates have been advised to review the revised syllabus and paper options before beginning their preparation.

The Himachal Pradesh government has said nearly 24,000 students shifted from private to government schools this academic year following the rollout of the CBSE curriculum in public schools. Alongside education reforms, the state announced plans to add 330 postgraduate medical seats and upgrade healthcare infrastructure, including advanced diagnostic equipment and robotic surgery facilities.

75-word synopsisMHT CET final merit list 2026 has been released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell for BE and BTech admissions. Candidates who registered for the CAP process can check their final merit status through the official FE 2026 admission portal. The merit list includes state merit rank, category rank, percentile score and eligibility details. The final ranking will be used for the upcoming CAP counselling and seat allotment process.

The NBEMS will close the NEET PG 2026 application correction window on July 28, giving registered candidates their final chance to rectify permissible details in their application forms. While most fields can be updated, key personal information remains non-editable. A separate image correction facility will be available from July 31 to August 10 for photograph, signature and thumb impression revisions.

KEA has released the Karnataka Civil Police Constable Written Exam Hall Ticket 2026 for candidates appearing for the August 2 examination. The recruitment is being conducted for 3,991 posts, with 3,90,715 candidates registered. Eligible candidates can download their admit cards through the KEA portal using their application number and name details. The written exam will be OMR-based, carrying 100 marks with negative marking. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to physical tests.