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The Congress youth wing organized a marathon run in Ranchi to protest examination paper leaks. This event is part of their campaign demanding accountability for educational failures. Party leaders, including Kanhaiya Kumar, attended the marathon, highlighting nationwide efforts. They are conveying student grievances to Rahul Gandhi for educational reform. The Youth Congress demands an investigation and resignation of the Union education minister.
The CBSE Class 10 second board exam results for 2026 are anticipated shortly. Students can access their marks on official CBSE websites after the announcement. A minimum of 33% in each subject is required for passing the examinations. The board will apply a best-of-two policy for final score calculation. Students need specific details like roll number to view their results.
Maharashtra CET Cell has begun registrations for 2026-27 agriculture and engineering programs. Eligible students can apply online until July 25, 2026, for various degree courses. Admissions will consider MHT CET, JEE, and NEET scores for different agriculture programs. The detailed admission schedule will be released after NEET 2026 results are declared. Candidates should register promptly and monitor the official website for updates.
A content creator argues a 1 lakh monthly salary is dangerous. This income offers enough comfort to reduce ambition and personal growth. Such financial stability can lead to complacency and a career plateau. The discussion highlights whether comfort discourages seeking new challenges. Mindset, not just earnings, influences continued personal development.
The National Testing Agency is set to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key, along with response sheets and question papers, on its official website. Nearly 9.08 lakh candidates will be able to review their responses, raise objections by paying 200 per question within the stipulated window, and estimate their scores before the final results are announced.
The Central University of Rajasthan will conduct odd semester classes online from July 15 to August 14, 2026, as a precaution against possible El Nio-driven weather conditions and expected below-normal rainfall. The university said the temporary move aims to conserve water resources while ensuring academic activities continue uninterrupted, with faculty instructed to follow the regular teaching schedule online.
The Bihar School Examination Board has released an important notice for D.El.Ed. institutes. A list of recognised government and private teacher training institutes is now available online. Institutes can submit objections and errors via email from July 13 to July 15. No other submission methods will be accepted by the board. Failure to object will confirm the accuracy of the uploaded institute details.
Delhi University has revised the schedule for the third round of PG admissions under CSAS-PG 2026-27 after delays in supernumerary quota allocations. Candidates must accept allotted seats by July 13, complete document verification by July 14, and pay admission fees by July 15. The university has also indicated that additional allocation rounds may be held if vacancies remain.
Maharashtra CET Cell has commenced MHMCT 2026-27 counselling registrations online. Candidates can apply until July 24, 2026, with document verification following. The provisional merit list will be released on July 28, and the final list on August 3. Grievances regarding the provisional list can be submitted between July 29 and July 31. Seat allotment will be based on MAH MHMCT CET 2026 rank and college preferences.
IDBI Bank has announced recruitment for Specialist Officers for 2026-27. Applications will be accepted online from July 14 to July 26, 2026. The drive aims to fill thirty-one vacancies across various departments and grades. Candidates must meet educational and experience criteria before applying. The selection process involves screening, group discussion, and personal interviews.
The MHT CET Cell has extended the MBA and MMS CAP 2026 registration deadline to July 16. Document verification and application confirmation will now continue until July 17. The provisional merit list will be published on July 19, with grievances accepted until July 22. A final merit list will be released on July 24, 2026. Counselling fees are Rs 1,500 for general and Rs 1,300 for reserved categories.
The Centre and the Bar Council of India have initiated a 10-year roadmap to expand legal education in Hindi and other Indian languages while retaining English as a key legal medium. The proposed bilingual framework, supported by AI tools and a national steering committee, aims to improve legal education, strengthen access to justice, and better prepare future legal professionals.
India's higher education sector welcomed nearly nineteen percent more foreign students recently. Nepal remains the largest source country for these international students studying here. Karnataka has now become the top Indian state hosting the most foreign students. Undergraduate programs attract the majority of international students pursuing degrees. This trend shows India's growing appeal as a global study destination.
Jamia Millia Islamia has revised its examination rules for final-year students. Eligible students can now directly appear for compartment examinations after their final exams. This change aims to reduce graduation delays caused by backlog papers. The university's Executive Council approved this amendment to Ordinance-15. These revised rules apply only to students enrolled in regular courses.
Talrop's decision to shut down 21 companies in Kerala has left more than 300 employees awaiting months of unpaid salaries, sparking protests and labour complaints. While the company attributes the move to AI-driven business changes and funding disruptions, affected workers continue to seek their pending dues, raising fresh concerns about accountability and job security in the startup ecosystem.
Gujarat University has allotted 37,894 undergraduate seats for the 2026-27 academic session, with commerce attracting the highest number of admissions, followed by arts. Professional and integrated programmes also registered healthy participation, reflecting changing student preferences. According to TNN, the admission process remains underway, with additional allotment rounds expected to fill the remaining vacant seats.
The Delhi Directorate of Education has selected 8,976 students in the second computerised draw for EWS, DG, and CWSN admissions to entry-level classes in private unaided schools for the 2026-27 academic session. The digital lottery aims to ensure transparent seat allocation, while applicants must meet prescribed age criteria and submit required documents, including disability certificates for CWSN admissions.
The Indian Army has announced the Agniveer CEE Result 2026, publishing ARO-wise and zone-wise merit lists on its official recruitment portal. Candidates shortlisted in the written examination will now advance to the Physical Fitness Test, Physical Measurement Test, document verification and medical examination. Aspirants are advised to download the merit list and verify all details carefully.
Delhi University has recorded over 1.9 lakh registrations for undergraduate admissions through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS), with more than 1.64 lakh candidates completing preference submission. The first seat allotment list will be released on July 16, while a one-time correction window and a new virtual wallet system aim to streamline the admission and fee payment process.
The Bar Council of India is expected to declare the AIBE XXI Result 2026 soon on the official website. Candidates will be able to check and download their scorecards using their roll number and date of birth. With the final answer key already released, aspirants should regularly monitor the official portal for the latest result announcements and further updates.
Government Medical College Srinagar will add fifty new MBBS seats. This significant increase will take the annual intake to two hundred fifty students. The National Medical Commission has approved these additional seats for the upcoming academic year. This expansion follows a previous increase in seats approved just last year. The move aims to enhance medical education and healthcare services across Jammu and Kashmir.
The University of Delhi has released Postgraduate Round 3 minimum allocation scores for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates can check these scores on the official DU admission portal for specific courses and colleges. These scores are subject to change due to various admission-related updates and processes. Seat allotment depends on eligibility, merit, category, and seat availability. Candidates should report any errors promptly for correction and final admission confirmation.
The Union Public Service Commission has begun online applications for Group A and B positions. Interested candidates can apply through the ORA portal until July 31, 2026. Recruitment includes posts like Assistant Soil Chemist and Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor. Specific qualifications and age limits vary for each advertised role. Applicants should submit applications early to avoid any last-minute technical difficulties.
Steve Jobs' journey from a college dropout with no clear direction to the visionary behind Apple is a story of grit, curiosity and resilience. After leaving Reed College, he endured hardship, built Apple, survived being fired from his own company, returned to lead its revival, and transformed setbacks into milestones that reshaped the technology industry.
Banaras Hindu University has opened its undergraduate admission registration for 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the university's portal until July twenty-fifth. Admissions are based on CUET UG 2026 scores, requiring scorecard uploads. Document verification will now occur online via the BHU Samarth Portal. Seat allotment will commence soon based on scores and seat availability.
The State Council of Vocational Training has opened UP ITI Admission 2026 registrations today. Eligible candidates can apply online until August 4, 2026, for admission. Applicants must have passed Class 10 and be domiciled in Uttar Pradesh. The application fee varies by category, with general and OBC paying Rs 250. Admission will be based on merit in the qualifying examination.
The Bihar School Examination Board has revised BBOSE Class 12 theory exam dates. Two examinations originally set for July 30 and August 3 are now rescheduled. Hindi and English exams will occur on August 17, with Geography and History on August 18. Practical examination schedules remain unchanged for all students. Candidates should carefully review the updated timetable before their exams.
The COMEDK UGET 2026 mock choice filling link activates today at 4 pm. Registered candidates can access this facility on the official COMEDK website. They will select and arrange preferred engineering colleges and courses for counselling. Choices can be modified until July 13, 2026, after which they will be locked. Seat allotment will then be prepared based on ranks and preferences submitted.
The Maharashtra CET Cell has extended the CAP registration deadline for engineering admissions to July 16, 2026, after resolving a technical issue that prevented some candidates from fetching their JEE Main percentile scores through DigiLocker. Applicants have been advised to update or correct their applications within the revised timeline to remain eligible for the admission merit list.
Delhi University's decision to revise the fourth-year UGCF credit structure has triggered opposition from teachers, who allege the changes were introduced without approval from the Academic Council and Executive Council. Faculty members have raised concerns over higher dissertation credits, fewer core papers and the potential impact on academic quality, student workload and teaching responsibilities.
Pruthviraj Prakash achieved his dream of working at NVIDIA. He joined the leading artificial intelligence company in Santa Clara, California. Prakash's journey began in a small village in Karnataka with limited technology access. He pursued education and career transitions, culminating in this significant opportunity. His story inspires others to persevere towards their own aspirations.
The NTA is expected to announce the NEET UG 2026 re-examination result by July 20 after completing the evaluation and reviewing thousands of answer key objections. The final answer key will precede the results, following which MCC will begin counselling for AIQ and central institutions, while states will conduct admissions for their respective quota seats.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University has opened admissions for twenty-two postgraduate programs. Applications are being accepted online until July twentieth, twenty twenty-six, for the upcoming academic session. Candidates can apply for multiple courses by paying a non-refundable fee of two thousand five hundred rupees. Admissions through CUET PG will commence after other national test processes conclude. Applicants should verify eligibility criteria and check the university website for upd
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has opened registrations for the CA September and November 2026 examinations. Candidates can apply online until July 19 without a late fee or by July 22 with a 600 late fee. A correction window will remain open from July 23 to 25, allowing applicants to edit selected details before the examinations.
AIIMS New Delhi has announced the INI CET 2026 Round 2 seat allotment results. Candidates can check their status on the official AIIMS examination website now. Those allotted seats must complete online acceptance and report by July sixteenth. This round concludes the July 2026 counselling process for all participating institutes. No further regular counselling rounds will be conducted after this.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has scheduled the Integrated 72nd Combined Preliminary Competitive Examination for July 26, 2026, from 12 pm to 2 pm across multiple districts in Bihar. The Commission will soon release admit cards and examination centre details. The announcement comes weeks after BPSC completed its record-breaking 70th Combined Competitive Examination recruitment.
The Ministry of Education has ordered an inquiry into NCERT after it failed to defend its decision to blacklist a paper supplier before the Delhi High Court. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has sought strict action against officials responsible while directing a review of procurement procedures, legal handling, and factors contributing to delays in textbook production.
The Telangana Council of Higher Education has declared the TS EAMCET (TG EAPCET) 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment result, enabling candidates to check their admission status online. Those allotted seats must complete tuition fee payment and self-reporting between July 10 and July 14 to confirm admission. The allotment order can be downloaded from the official counselling portal.
The Joint Entrance Examination Council (Polytechnic), Uttar Pradesh has declared the JEECUP 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result on its counselling portal. Candidates can log in to check their allotted institute and course, download the allotment letter, and complete admission formalities, including fee payment, document verification, and Freeze/Float selection, within the scheduled deadlines to secure their seats.
Dr Ritika Aima, an MBBS graduate from Uttarakhand, cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination twice, first securing AIR 186 to join the IPS before improving to AIR 33 and achieving her dream of becoming an IAS officer. Motivated by a desire to influence healthcare through policymaking, she chose public administration over clinical practice. Now serving in the Gujarat cadre, she encourages aspirants to stay resilient, keep a Plan B and pursue purpose-driven careers.
Assam ITI Round 4 seat allotment results are now available on the official counselling website. Candidates must download their allotment letters and complete admissions by July 14, 2026. Required documents include marksheets, certificates, and photographs for verification. Round 5 results will be announced on July 15, 2026, with admissions on July 16 and 17. Failure to report on time may result in losing the allotted seat.
JoSAA has announced the Round 4 seat allotment results for counselling 2026. Candidates must complete online reporting and fee payment by July thirteenth. The final round of seat allotment results will be announced on July sixteenth. Those securing seats in the final round must report for verification by July twenty-first. This counselling process is for admissions to BTech programs across various institutions.
The National Testing Agency has opened AIAPGET 2026 postgraduate registration. Eligible candidates can apply online until July 30, 2026, for AYUSH admissions. The computer-based entrance examination is scheduled for August 22, 2026. Application corrections will be accepted from August 1 to August 2, 2026. This exam facilitates admission to MD, MS, and DM programs in various AYUSH disciplines.
After facing three Preliminary exam failures and one Mains setback, Tripti Kalhan secured AIR 199 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2023. The Uttar Pradesh native took a year-long break, reassessed her preparation strategy, and changed her optional subject from Public Administration to Anthropology before returning with renewed focus. Reflecting on her journey, she now advises aspirants to keep a Plan B, emphasising that resilience, adaptability and sustained effort were key to her eventual
The Bar Council of India has released the AIBE 21 final answer key. This key is now available for download on the official Bar Council website. Candidates can review the revised answers after objections were considered. The AIBE 21 results will be declared between July 15 and July 18. Students can check their scores by logging into the official portal.
AIIMS New Delhi has announced the Paramedical 2026 entrance exam results. Qualified candidates can now check the official AIIMS website for their names. The provisional list is for the August 2026 Allied and Health Care courses. Individual scorecards are available for download after logging in. Further details on seat allocation and counselling will be released soon.
The OJEE Committee has released the Second/Special 2026 admit card online. Candidates can download their hall tickets using their application credentials now. The Computer Based Test examination is scheduled from July 13 to July 15. Various courses like B.Tech, MBA, and MCA will have different exam dates. Candidates must carry their admit card and a valid photo ID to the center.
Assam's schools grapple with thousands of teacher vacancies and declining student numbers. Nearly twenty-five thousand educational institutions have requested provincialisation from the government. Official data reveals over sixty thousand teaching posts remain unfilled across the state. Many schools operate without the required student-teacher ratio, impacting classroom quality. The government is taking steps to fill vacancies and strengthen the education system.
IIT Madras honoured 1,842 NPTEL Stars from South India during a campus event recognising outstanding achievement in online learning. The January-April 2026 semester recorded 36.8 lakh enrolments and 10,763 NPTEL Star awardees nationwide, including 8,011 first-time recipients. The institute also highlighted the NPTEL Pre-Doctoral Fellowship and the NPTEL-GATE portal. Learners and faculty shared experiences on how the platform has supported higher education, research opportunities and continuous p
The WBJEEB has released OMR images and recorded responses for JENPAS UG 2026 candidates. Candidates can view and download these details from the official WBJEEB portal. Those unsatisfied can submit challenges until July eleventh, paying a processing fee. Responses are displayed for Category-I and Category-II questions, with specific symbols for unattempted ones. The board will review all valid claims before finalizing scores and ranks.

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