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Aspiring law students in Telangana can now mark their calendars! The TSCHE has released the counselling schedule for TS LAWCET and TS PGLCET 2026 admissions. Online registrations for 3-year LLB, 5-year LLB, and LLM courses kick off July 5th, with fees varying by category. Candidates will navigate online registration, certificate verification, web options, and seat allotment. LLM counselling begins later in July

Railway Recruitment Boards have unveiled the CBT-1 answer key, question papers, and response sheets for the NTPC UG Recruitment 2025. Candidates can access these crucial documents on the official RRB websites. The window to raise objections against the answer key is open until July 5, 2026, with a fee of Rs 50 per question. Final decisions on objections will be binding.

AIIMS has released the MSc Nursing entrance exam results for August 2026, with 2,304 candidates qualifying. The list, available on aiimsexams.ac.in, includes those provisionally selected for admission. The exam was held on June 20, 2026. Qualified candidates should monitor the official website for the upcoming online counselling schedule and seat allocation details. Admission is contingent on meeting eligibility criteria and document verification.

Maharashtra TET 2026 exam, slated for June 28, has been postponed following a significant question paper leak uncovered by Bhiwandi Police. Authorities apprehended three individuals with papers allegedly intended for sale at Rs 1.5 crore. A joint investigation is underway to unmask the mastermind and identify security breaches. The Maharashtra State Council of Examinations assures candidates a new date will be announced soon

AIIMS New Delhi is set to release the Paramedical Admit Card 2026 today, June 27, for the entrance exam scheduled on July 4. Candidates must download and print their hall tickets, which are essential for entry along with valid photo ID. The computer-based test details will be on the admit card. Ensure you carry all required documents to the examination centre

Bihar's higher education sector is set for a major overhaul following a high-level meeting chaired by Governor Syed Ata Hasnain. Key decisions include drafting a new university law, introducing research fellowships and grants, and mandating the full implementation of the Samarth digital platform by December 2026. The state also plans centralized recruitment for Assistant Professors and mandatory faculty development programs to boost academic quality and transparency.

YouTube sensation Kirti Chowdhury, known for his channel KirtiChow, has achieved All India Rank 760 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. After four attempts, the Howrah native, who pursued Philosophy as his optional, successfully navigated Prelims, Mains, and the Interview. Balancing his popular online presence with rigorous preparation, Chowdhury's journey highlights dedication and a unique approach to achieving his civil services dream.

NIT Agartala has released the CCMT 2026 Round 3 seat allotment results for MTech, MArch, and MPlan admissions. Candidates can check their status on ccmt.admissions.nic.in using GATE credentials. Those allotted seats must pay the acceptance fee by June 30, 2026, and complete document verification by July 1. A special round will follow for vacant seats, with registration starting July 14.

The UP Home Guard Result 2026 is expected to be announced soon by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board on its official website, uppbpb.gov.in. The result will be released for candidates who appeared in the offline examination conducted across April 25, 26 and 27, 2026. The scorecard will include candidate details, marks and result status. Candidates can download it online after entering their roll number. Expected category-wise cut-off marks are also available.

India's highest child honour, the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2026, is now open for nominations. Children aged 5 to 18 can be nominated by parents, teachers, or institutions for outstanding achievements in bravery, social service, environment, sports, arts, and science. The deadline for submissions is July 31, 2026, via the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal. This award celebrates young achievers' exceptional contributions.

Roshan Raju from Ernakulam has topped the KEAM 2026 Engineering rank list, announced by Kerala Education Minister Roji M. John. Over 79,000 candidates qualified for engineering admissions. Vinayak Narayan secured the top spot in the BPharm stream. The rank list considers both entrance exam and Class 12 marks, with counselling set to begin on June 30

The ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC), Bengaluru, has started the online application process for recruitment to Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant-A, Technician-B, Draughtsman-B and Cook-A posts. Applications will be accepted until July 20, 2026. The recruitment includes vacancies across multiple disciplines, with candidates required to undergo a Written Test or Computer Based Test, followed by skill tests where applicable, document verification and a

NCERT's revised Class 9 Social Science textbook faces scrutiny over changes to the Constitution chapter, with reports of the Preamble's omission and removal of secular references. NCERT clarifies the Preamble remains in introductory pages and Grade 10 syllabus, with constitutional values distributed across grades under the National Curriculum Framework. The new edition also introduces an Emergency chapter and expands on democratic institutions

Aspiring medical students have until midnight tomorrow, June 28, 2026, to challenge the re-NEET UG 2026 provisional answer key. The National Testing Agency is accepting objections on its official website for the exam taken by over 20 lakh candidates. Following this review, OMR sheets will be released. Remember, four marks are awarded for correct answers, with one mark deducted for incorrect ones.

The Union Public Service Commission has opened applications for direct recruitment to various government posts. Aspiring candidates can apply online from June 27, 2026, until July 17, 2026, via the ORA portal. The recruitment notification, Advertisement No. 07/2026, details numerous positions across ministries like Agriculture, Ayush, Defence, and Health. Interested individuals are urged to review the full advertisement for eligibility and application guidelines before the deadline.

Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations has unveiled the KEAM 2026 rank list for engineering, architecture, medical, and pharmacy courses. Over 1.48 lakh candidates registered, with 1.08 lakh vying for engineering seats. The rank list, factoring in entrance exam and Class 12 marks for engineering, is now available on cee.kerala.gov.in, paving the way for the upcoming counselling and seat allotment process.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC ASO LDCE 2026 notification for 341 vacancies in the Central Secretariat Service and the Ministry of External Affairs. Eligible departmental candidates can apply online from June 25, 2026, to July 16, 2026, through the official SSC portal after completing One-Time Registration, if required. The computer-based examination is scheduled for August 2026 in Delhi-NCR. Meanwhile, the answer key, expected today, has not yet been released.

Aspiring candidates have until June 28, 2026, to apply for 4,500 Apprentice positions at the Central Bank of India. This recruitment drive, aimed at filling roles for the financial year 2026-27, requires a graduate degree. The selection involves an online exam, language test, and document verification. Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 15,000 for a 12-month training period.

The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) 2026, scheduled for June 28, has been postponed due to a suspected question paper leak. Bhiwandi Police seized materials matching exam questions, prompting the Maharashtra State Council of Examination to reschedule. A new date is yet to be announced, and candidates are advised to monitor the official website for updates on admit cards, exam patterns, and potential refunds

Prabhjeet Singh, a distinguished alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and IIM Ahmedabad, has been appointed OpenAI's Managing Director for India. With a rich background in consulting and extensive leadership experience at Uber, where he significantly grew its India operations, Singh is poised to spearhead OpenAI's expansion in the country. His role will encompass consumer growth, enterprise adoption, and strategic partnerships, marking a significant step in OpenAI's global strategy.

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has launched the Corporate Mitra scheme announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to create trained and certified para professionals for supporting MSMEs with business and regulatory compliances. The course, developed with IIT Madras, IIT Pravartak, Swayam Plus, ICAI, ICSI and ICoAI, includes online learning and practical training. Eligible graduates and final-year students up to 30 years can apply once registration opens.

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are expected to release the RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 Answer Key 2026 on June 27, 2026, for candidates who appeared in the CEN 07/2025 examination. The official answer key has not been released yet. After the release, candidates will be able to access the provisional answer key, question paper, and response sheet through the official website. The objection process, fee details, and submission timeline will also be announced.

Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations is set to release the KEAM Rank List 2026 today, following a delay for Class 12 mark updates. Over 1.48 lakh students registered for the exam, crucial for engineering and pharmacy admissions. The rank list combines entrance scores with normalized Class 12 marks. Candidates can download their rank cards from the official CEE Kerala website, with counselling and seat allotment to follow

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) is transitioning its preliminary exams to Computer-Based Tests (CBT) starting next recruitment cycle. This move aims to significantly reduce recruitment delays, with preliminary results expected within 21 days and entire processes completed within the same calendar year. While main examinations remain unchanged, the MPSC anticipates a more transparent and efficient system, aligning with practices of major recruitment bodies.

Texas has mandated Bible stories for over five million students, sparking national debate. This move, part of a broader conservative push, includes chaplains in schools and displaying the Ten Commandments. Supporters cite historical context, while critics fear it violates the separation of church and state and marginalizes minority faiths. The decision's impact extends nationwide due to Texas's influence on textbook publishing, setting the stage for expected legal battles

IIT Kanpur has extended the application deadline for its September 2026 online postgraduate programs. Aspiring students can now apply until July 1, 2026, for entrance test candidates, and July 10, 2026, for those exempted. The institute offers MTech, MSc, and PG Diploma courses in various specializations. Eligibility requires a bachelor's degree with 55% marks, with admissions based on an entrance test or valid national exam scores.

As graduate hiring slows across industries, choosing a college major is increasingly about career flexibility, not just starting salaries. LinkedIn data cited by Forbes reveals that while hiring has declined for major fields, degrees offering transferable skills may provide wider opportunities. The analysis highlights how social sciences and humanities graduates are finding adaptability in the job market, while specialised fields face sharper challenges. The story explores what students should c

Assam Science and Technology University has announced the Assam CEE 2026 results. Candidates can now access their rank cards on the official ASTU website. The entrance exam, held on June 14, 2026, was for BTech admissions across the state. Following the result declaration, qualified students must register for counselling, which involves document verification and seat allotment. Successful candidates will then confirm their admissions by paying the required fees.

Karnataka's School Education Department has unified Saturday school timings statewide for all government, aided, and private institutions. From now on, classes will run from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, ending the confusion of varied schedules. This move aims to bring predictability for families and streamline the mandatory online attendance system for teachers across the state, ensuring a consistent start to the school day.

Indian AI entrepreneur Dhravya Shahs journey from college projects to building Supermemory highlights a new approach to startups and artificial intelligence. After creating multiple open-source products, Shah turned a personal context tool into an AI memory infrastructure company. In a Solo Founders podcast interview, he explains why memory and context could become crucial for future AI agents, and shares lessons on entrepreneurship, dropping out, building consistently, and pursuing ideas with c

IIT Bombay and SUNY Old Westbury have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on engineering education, multidisciplinary research, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. Welcoming the partnership, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said the initiative reflects the internationalisation goals of NEP 2020 and will strengthen research, expand opportunities for students and scholars, and foster global academic collaboration. The partnership will initially focus on facult

Indian Air Force MTS Recruitment 2026: The Indian Air Force has invited offline applications for six Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Group C Civilian posts under Advertisement No. 02/2026. Candidates who have passed Class 10 and are aged between 18 and 25 years can apply by July 27, 2026. Selection will be based solely on a written examination. Applicants must submit the prescribed application form with the required documents to the designated postal address before the closing date.

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released admit cards for the SI Cadre Preliminary Examination 2026. Candidates who cleared the PET/PST can download their hall tickets from the official website. The prelims will be held on July 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM across examination centers in all 33 districts. A total of 63,342 candidates will compete for 341 vacancies in the State Home (Police) Department, including SI, Subedar, and Platoon Commander posts.

The University of Delhi has begun Phase I of undergraduate admissions for the 202627 academic session, allowing CBSE Class 12 students awaiting revised re-evaluation results to register using their pre-evaluation marks on the CSAS portal. Students can update their scores after the revised results are declared. DU clarified that Class 12 marks are primarily used only for tie-breakers, while admissions to undergraduate programmes will be based on CUET (UG) 2026 scores and eligibility criteria.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) inaugurated the AI Innovation Summit (AIS) 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together over 4,000 delegates to discuss artificial intelligence in accounting and finance. During the summit, ICAI launched the AICA Level 3 advanced AI certification programme and signed an MoU with Sarvam AI for AI training and research. The two-day event will feature discussions on generative AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, ESG, automation and digital finance.

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has announced a final opportunity for absentee candidates to appear for the Physical Measurement Test under Group C recruitment advertisements 13/2024, 01/2026, 02/2026 and 04/2026. Revised PMT dates have been scheduled at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula. Candidates must report with their admit card and a valid identity proof. The Commission has clarified that no fresh admit cards or individual notifications will be issued, and no further opportunity will b

The National Testing Agency has released advance examination city intimation slips for ICAR AIEEA (PG) and AICE JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2026. These exams, scheduled for July 4, 2026, will determine admissions for postgraduate and doctoral agricultural programs. Candidates can download their city intimation slip from the official ICAR portal. PwD candidates can also register scribe details from June 25 to June 27, 2026.

A Class 12 student, Sarthak Sidhant, has launched a public government procurement portal, making over 1.66 crore records accessible. This initiative follows his viral analysis of CBSE's digital evaluation tender, which sparked national debate. Sidhant's work, highlighting alleged discrepancies in tender documents, led to him presenting findings to a Parliamentary committee. He now invites collaboration to build data visualization tools for citizens

The Madras High Court has invalidated a Tamil Nadu government order that permitted converts to Islam from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, Denotified Communities, and Scheduled Castes to retain reservation benefits under the Backward Class Muslim category. Judges ruled the order unconstitutional, stating that conversion to Islam does not grant membership in specific Muslim communities recognized by birth.

A terrifying incident unfolded in Bengaluru when five schoolchildren were ejected from a moving private van after its rear door unexpectedly opened. Three children sustained injuries. The van was seized by traffic police, with initial findings suggesting the door wasn't secured. This alarming event reignites widespread concerns about school van safety and overloading practices, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of transport regulations

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the recruitment of 89 district judges in Maharashtra. Eight advocates, who failed the preliminary exam, argued that the process used un-notified rules. The court ruled the process was valid, citing Supreme Court judgments and the advertisement's clear disclosure of amended rules. The main written exam will proceed as planned.

Jawaharlal Nehru University has released PG admission results for the 2026-27 academic session based on CUET PG scores. Candidates can access results via jnuee.jnu.ac.in using login credentials. The admission process includes deprivation points, multiple merit lists, and a structured schedule running till August 10, 2026. It covers registration, fee payment, document verification, willingness submission, and final admission stages. Applicants must follow deadlines carefully to complete each step

Students in CBSE Classes VII, VIII, and IX who chose two foreign languages will be permitted to continue this combination until Class X. This clarification addresses concerns following a recent CBSE circular mandating at least two Indian languages from Class VI onwards. The Ministry of Education emphasized this is not a policy rollback but a clarification for existing students, ensuring a smooth transition for a small group.

Delhi University's undergraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are set to commence with the CSAS portal opening on June 27. Admissions will exclusively rely on CUET UG 2026 scores, offering over 71,000 seats across various programs. Students should prepare their documents and monitor the official portal for application steps, which involve registration, preference filling, and seat allotment rounds. The academic session begins July 21.

Despite three failed NEET attempts and no JEE rank, Sanjay B forged a successful career in data science. He transitioned from healthcare studies to IIT Madras's BS in Data Science and Applications, learning to code from scratch. His journey, marked by diverse banking roles and practical projects like GoodWill AI, led him to an Associate Data Scientist position at Syngenta, proving setbacks can fuel extraordinary achievements.

The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) has opened online applications for its Postdoctoral Fellowship and Senior Fellowship schemes for 20262027. Registration began on June 22, 2026, and will continue until July 21, 2026. The Postdoctoral Fellowship targets PhD holders below 45 years, while the Senior Fellowship is open to experienced researchers aged 4570 years. Both schemes require online submission through the ICSSR portal with prescribed formats and no hard copy applications.

Seven Indian schools have been shortlisted among the top 10 finalists across four categories of the Worlds Best School Prizes 2026, setting a record for the highest number of schools from any country in a single year. The schools have been recognised for innovation, community collaboration, environmental action and supporting healthy lives. The winners will be announced in November, with all shortlisted schools also competing for the Community Choice Award through a global public vote.

A shocking plot unfolded in Dhanbad where a son allegedly hired two men to kill his father, a coal worker, to secure a job on compassionate grounds. The victim, Tuleshwar Nonia, was murdered after his shift, his face disfigured to conceal his identity and the scene staged as an accident. CCTV footage proved crucial in identifying the assassins, leading to the arrest of the son and his accomplices.

NEET UG 2026 candidates will receive their OMR sheets separately after scanning, NTA confirmed. This allows verification against the provisional answer key, for which challenges are open until June 28. NTA initiated this process early for transparency, aiming to expedite evaluation. The final answer key and results will follow, with no post-deadline challenges permitted.

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) is set to overhaul its State Services Main Examination from 2027, eliminating the optional subject requirement. Candidates will now face seven compulsory papers, including language, essay, and four General Studies papers. This move aligns Maharashtra with several other states adopting a standardized evaluation system. The total marks for the written exam will be 1,250, with the interview remaining at 275.