The Times of India

Students can ace the CBSE Class 12 Accountancy exam with focused preparation and consistent practice. Understanding core concepts, especially in partnership firms, company accounts, and financial statement analysis, is crucial. Practicing past papers and sample questions helps build confidence and familiarity with exam patterns. Careful reading of questions and neat presentation of answers are vital for maximizing scores.

The National Testing Agency has revised the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 schedule, with exams now set from January 21 to January 29 instead of January 30. The exam city slip has been released on the official website. Admit cards are expected in the second week of January, while Paper 1 and Paper 2 exams will be held in multiple shifts.

The UGC NET December 2025 examination concluded on January 7, 2026, and candidates are now awaiting the provisional answer key. Based on past trends, NTA is expected to release it within one to two weeks on ugcnet.nta.ac.in. An objection window will follow, with final results prepared after expert review.

With the CBSE Class 10 Social Science exam set for 7 March 2026, this report draws on faculty inputs to show what students should revise first in History, Geography, Political Science and Economics. It highlights topic priorities, exam-writing cues, and the small but costly mistakesblurred timelines, vague answers, skipped maps, weak case applicationthat quietly shave marks off otherwise solid preparation.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 city intimation slip for lakhs of students. This slip informs candidates of their exam city, aiding in advance travel and accommodation planning. It is crucial to note that this is not the admit card, which will be issued separately.

XLRI is expected to release the XAT 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet soon on xatonline.in. The exam was held on January 4 in CBT mode across 109 cities. Candidates can download the PDF using their XAT ID and login details to assess performance before results. Check complete details here.

The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the tentative CBT schedule for ALP, Technician and Paramedical recruitments under CEN 01/2025, 02/2025 and 03/2025. The exams will be held between February 16 and March 12, 2026. Candidates can access exam city details 10 days before the test and download e-call letters four days prior.

GATE 2026 aspirants can anticipate their admit cards soon from IIT Guwahati for the February 7, 8, 14, and 15 exams. The official website, gate2026.iitg.ac.in, will host the download link. Candidates must verify all details on the admit card, including exam date, time, and centre, as it's essential for entry. Ensure you reach your designated test centre punctually.

The UPSC has released the marks for recommended candidates of the CDS Examination (I), 2025. A total of 535 candidates, including 473 men and 62 women, have been selected for training at the Officers Training Academy. Candidates can check their written exam and SSB interview scores on the official UPSC website.

The Institute of Cost Accountants of India has released the CMA Foundation Result 2025. Candidates can now check their scores and download scorecards on the official ICMAI website. Passing this foundational exam is crucial for aspiring cost accountants to advance to the Intermediate level. The results include subject-wise marks and overall status, with a merit list highlighting top performers.

Delhi schools will remain shut until January 15, adhering to the Directorate of Education's winter vacation schedule for the 2025-26 academic year. This decision aims to protect students from harsh winter conditions. However, some parents have voiced concerns on social media about private institutions reopening early, urging authorities to ensure uniform adherence to the break.

Assam's Special TET 2026 applications are now open for aspiring teachers of Classes 1-8 in regional language schools. The online application window closes February 7, 2026. Candidates must be permanent Assam residents and meet specific educational qualifications. This eligibility test, valid for life, doesn't guarantee a job but is crucial for recruitment.

South Indian Bank has opened applications for experienced professionals for officer-level roles, including Credit Analyst and Technical Manager, with the application window closing January 17, 2026. Candidates up to 35 years old with relevant qualifications and at least two years of experience are encouraged to apply. The selection process involves screening and interviews, with appointments in officer pay scales.

A federal district court has ruled that President Donald Trump lawfully imposed an additional $100,000 fee on employers seeking new H-1B visas, citing the Immigration and Nationality Acts broad grant of authority. The judge rejected claims from business and higher education groups that the proclamation exceeded presidential powers or was improperly implemented. The decision upholds agency compliance with a binding directive, while challengers have filed an appeal.

A new YouGov survey reveals a stark reading divide in the US, with 40% of Americans reading no books in 2025 and a small minority accounting for most reading. The decline, driven by digital saturation, academic pressure, and cultural shifts, threatens attention spans, critical thinking, civic engagement, and long-term learning across society.

The Delhi Development Authority has released the provisional merit list for Assistant Executive Engineer posts under Direct Recruitment 2025. Results for Civil and Electrical disciplines were declared on January 7, 2026. Ten Civil candidates were provisionally selected, while one candidature was rejected on age grounds. Final appointments will follow document verification and eligibility checks.

Burnout is no longer an exception in the American workplace; it is the baseline. Using data from Resume Genius, this article looks beyond hype to examine ten US jobs in 2026 that offer relatively lower stress without sacrificing pay. It explains why these roles feel calmer, where stress still creeps in, and what realistic pathways into each profession look like.

A Texas teachers' union has sued the state's education agency, alleging free speech violations. The union claims educators were targeted for social media posts after conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination. The agency's directive to track vile content is deemed a broad, selective enforcement campaign chilling protected speech outside official duties.

Schools across Tripura have been shut till January 10, 2026, as the state faces a prolonged cold spell and dense fog warnings. The decision follows an IMD forecast of low temperatures between 11 and 15 degrees Celsius and reduced visibility. Authorities said the move is precautionary to protect students from health and safety risks.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission will release the UPPSC Assistant Teacher (LT Grade) Admit Card 2026 tomorrow on its official website. Candidates who applied successfully can download their hall tickets online for the written examination scheduled on January 17, 2026. The admit card will provide details of the examination centre, reporting time, and subject information. Candidates must carry valid photo ID and follow strict examination guidelines at the centres.

The IIT Council has proposed introducing adaptive testing for JEE Advanced to modernise the examination system and reduce student stress. Discussed during a Council meeting chaired by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the plan includes a pilot adaptive mock test, formation of an expert committee led by JAB and IIT Kanpur, development of dynamic question tools, and creation of mental health professional posts across IITs.

Federal Bank's online application window for Office Assistant Recruitment 2026 closes tomorrow, January 8, 2026. Interested candidates must apply on the official website. The recruitment targets individuals who have completed Class 10 but not graduation. Applicants need basic computer skills and must reside in or near the branch district. The selection involves an online test and interview.

The Bar Council of India has declared the AIBE-XX results for the exam held on November 30, 2025, though the result link is yet to be activated. Out of 2,51,968 candidates, 1,74,386 have qualified, taking the overall pass percentage to 69.21 per cent after revisions to the answer key. Check the direct link to downlaod the AIBE 20 result.

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has opened admissions for the third cohort of its Executive Programme in Robotics, aimed at equipping professionals with AI-driven automation and robotics skills. The five-month programme blends technical training with managerial insight, covering robotics engineering, sensing, mechatronics and AI applications. Delivered through live sessions and campus immersion, the programme responds to rising global and Indian demand for skilled robotics talent.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the admit card for the ANM main examination 2026, scheduled for January 11, 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website for the recruitment of 5,272 Health Worker (Female) posts. The exam will be held in Bareilly, Lucknow, and Jhansi.

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti has released the JNVST 2026 admit cards for Class 9 and Class 11 on January 7 through its official website. Registered candidates can download the hall tickets using their registration number and date of birth. Class 11 admit cards for Jharkhand and West Bengal will be issued later.

The Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, is closing the online application process today for Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 to fill 550 posts. Eligible candidates with Class 10 and ITI qualifications can apply through the official website before 11:59 pm. The recruitment includes age criteria of 15 to 26 years, category-wise fee details, and a selection process based on merit, document verification, and medical examination.

Foreign medical graduates preparing for the FMGE exam on January 17, 2026, are facing uncertainty due to conflicting exam city information received via SMS and email from NBEMS. Candidates are advised to await the official admit card, scheduled for release on January 14, 2026, as the sole confirmation of their exam location.

The Railway Recruitment Board has announced the CBT-I examination schedule for RRB JE CEN 05/2025, covering Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant posts. The examination will be conducted on February 19, February 20 and March 3, 2026, for 2,570 vacancies. Exam city intimation, admit card release timelines and Aadhaar-based biometric verification requirements have also been officially notified.

The Bar Council of India has released the final answer key for AIBE 20 on January 7, 2026, clearing the way for the result announcement. The exam, held on November 30, 2025, saw five questions withdrawn after objections were reviewed. With the answer key finalised, the AIBE 20 result is expected to be declared shortly on the official website.

The Punjab government has extended winter holidays in all government, aided, recognised and private schools till January 13 due to severe cold and dense fog. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said the decision was taken following the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Maan, keeping childrens safety in mind. Schools across the state will reopen and resume normal academic activities from January 14 as temperatures stabilise.

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has extended the GUJCET 2026 registration deadline to January 16, 2026. Candidates applying after the previous date must pay a late fee of 1,000. The exam, crucial for engineering and pharmacy admissions in Gujarat, tests Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Applications can be submitted online or via SBI branches.

The Department of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu, has announced the TNDTE Diploma Result 2026 on its official website. Polytechnic students can check subject-wise marks and result status online using their credentials. The downloadable mark sheet is provisional, while original certificates will be issued later by institutes.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board is set to release the Rajasthan LDC Recruitment 2026 notification on its official website, rssb.rajasthan.gov.in. The recruitment drive aims to fill around 4,300 Lower Division Clerk posts across Rajasthan. Online applications are expected to begin in January 2026 and close in February 2026. The article outlines eligibility criteria, selection stages, application fees, required documents, and the online application process through the SSO portal.

The Bihar Open Schooling and Examination Board has opened the objection window for the answer keys of objective questions from the Higher Secondary 12th theory examinations held in June 2025 and December 2025. Candidates and the general public can submit objections online through the designated portal within the notified period. The board has stated that only objections submitted within the deadline will be reviewed by subject experts before final evaluation.

The Central Board of Secondary Education is likely to release the KVS NVS Admit Card 2026 today for the recruitment examinations scheduled on January 10, 2026 and January 11, 2026. Candidates applying for 15,762 teaching and non-teaching posts can download their hall tickets from kvsangathan.nic.in or cbse.gov.in. The admit card will carry details such as exam centre, shift timing, and reporting instructions, which candidates must verify carefully before the examination.

The Bihar Open School Examination Board has released the Class 12 objective answer keys for the June and December 2025 examinations. Candidates can raise objections online between January 7 and January 9, 2026, until 5 pm. All challenges will be reviewed by subject experts before finalising the results.

Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited has released the CBT examination schedule for PSTCL Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement Numbers 12/2025 and 13/2025. The computer-based test will be conducted from January 13, 2026 to January 16, 2026 for 609 vacancies across technical and non-technical posts. The recruitment covers roles such as Accounts Officer, Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, Law Officer, Assistant Lineman, and clerical posts. Admit cards will be issued in January 2026.

The Consortium of NLUs has released the first provisional seat allotment list for CLAT 2026 counselling. Candidates can check their status on the official website. This list is crucial for initial seat allocation in National Law Universities for both UG and PG programs, with options to freeze, float, or exit.

The National Medical Commission withdrew approval for the MBBS course at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence after a surprise inspection found serious deficiencies in faculty, infrastructure and clinical exposure. Despite political protests over student composition, the shutdown was based on regulatory non-compliance. Existing students will be relocated to other medical colleges as supernumerary seats.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the AISSEE 2026 city intimation slip for admissions to Class 6 and 9. Candidates can check their exam city on the official NTA website. The admit card, containing the exact exam centre, will be released four days before the exam on January 18, 2026.

Jharkhand schools will be closed for students until January 8, 2026, due to an intensifying cold wave. The state government's order applies to all classes, from pre-nursery to Class XII, with teachers and staff expected to report as usual. This decision follows a review of weather conditions and their impact on children's health.

The Bar Council of India has released the final answer key for the 20th All India Bar Examination (AIBE 20), with five questions withdrawn. Candidates can check the key on the official website. The AIBE 20 results are anticipated soon, based on this final key. Scorecards will also be available shortly, detailing marks and pass/fail status.

Half of Utahs third graders struggle with reading, according to the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. The report shows only about half of K3 students meet grade-level reading expectations, with significant gaps among economically disadvantaged and English-language learners. It highlights that almost all children can improve with evidence-based instruction, early literacy exposure, targeted interventions, and coordinated support from families and schools. Successful strategies from states like Mis

US immigration policy is tightening, impacting international students. Changes to H-1B visas and Optional Practical Training (OPT) are creating uncertainty, potentially deterring future enrollments. Fixed visa durations and administrative hurdles add to the instability, pushing students towards competitor nations like Canada and Australia. Universities must now focus on support and global partnerships.

RSSB has released the Rajasthan Agriculture Supervisor Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,100 vacancies, including NTSP and TSP posts. Online applications are open from January 13 to February 11, 2026, via recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in and sso.rajasthan.gov.in. Eligible candidates require B.Sc. in Agriculture/Horticulture or 12th with Agriculture. The selection process includes a written exam, document verification, and medical check. Key details such as age limits, application fees, admit card

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has issued the RSSB Rajasthan Female Supervisor Recruitment 2026 notification for 72 vacancies. Online applications are open from January 07, 2026, to February 05, 2026, for CET 2024 graduate-level qualified candidates. The selection process includes a written examination, document verification, and medical examination. The offline OMR-based examination is tentatively scheduled for June 18, 2026. Applications must be submitted through the official RSSB and SSO

Delhi University has released its prospectus for UG Admission 2026, confirming that admissions will be based solely on CUET UG 2026 scores. The university has retained its existing admission policy, under which candidates must have studied the relevant subjects in Class 12 to be eligible. No changes have been made to subject combinations under List A and List B, while a 50 per cent syllabus match remains mandatory for subject equivalence.

MP Apex Bank has released its official notification for 2076 vacancies, including Computer Operator, Society Manager, and Officer Grade posts across 38 District Central Cooperative Banks of Madhya Pradesh. The online application process started on January 6, 2026, and will close on February 5, 2026. Selection involves an online exam and interview. Candidates must check eligibility, post-wise vacancies, and important dates. Applications can be submitted through the official website apexbankmp.ban

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will release the CLAT 2026 first seat allotment and merit list tomorrow at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates can access the list using their login credentials to check assigned NLUs and courses. The allotment process includes Freeze, Float, and Exit options. Applicants must pay a confirmation fee and prepare documents such as admit card, scorecard, mark sheets, and category or domicile certificates for verification. The first round cut-offs are