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The UPSSSC has declared the PET Result 2025, a decisive benchmark that determines eligibility for Group B and C posts across Uttar Pradesh. Held on September 6 and 7, the exam now paves the way for upcoming recruitment stages. Candidates can download their scorecards from upsssc.gov.in and must verify all details before preparing for mains and post-specific selections.
The Railway Recruitment Board JE recruitment for 2025 has extended its application deadline to December 10, 2025. This drive offers 2,585 positions including Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant. Candidates can apply online at rrbapply.gov.in. The selection process involves Computer Based Tests, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
Despite a university-wide hiring freeze announced in March, Harvard University has continued selective faculty and staff recruitment for critical roles. While some departments face hiring pauses, others, like the Harvard Kennedy School, are proceeding with searches. Faculty numbers in Arts and Sciences have notably grown, and key leadership appointments have been made, demonstrating continued operational momentum.
IIT Roorkee has announced JEE Advanced 2026 will be held on May 17, 2026, in computer-based mode. This crucial exam for IIT B.Tech admissions requires candidates to be among the top 2.5 lakh from JEE Main 2026. The exam, lasting six hours across two papers, will be available in English and Hindi. Further details are expected soon.
IIM Kozhikode has opened registrations for its 2026-27 Doctoral Programmes in Management (DPM) and PhD. Aspiring scholars can apply online until January 23, 2026, for advanced research training. The institute offers fellowships and tuition waivers, with a rigorous selection process including written tests and interviews. Specializations span various management disciplines.
US employers announced 71,321 job cuts in November 2025, marking a 24% increase from last year and the highest November total since 2022, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Technology, telecommunications, retail, and non-profits faced the steepest reductions, driven by AI, restructuring, economic pressures, and government funding cuts, while hiring intentions hit a decade-low.
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the Assistant Professor admit card 2025 for the examination scheduled from December 7-20. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official RPSC website, rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in, after logging in via the SSO portal. The admit card contains essential details like exam center, reporting time, and instructions.
The National Board of Examinations has announced results for the DrNB Final Theory exam held in October 2025. Candidates can check the declared lot 01 results for various medical specialties on the official NBEMS website. Scorecards will be released shortly, with provisions for obtaining answer scripts and re-evaluation. Tentative dates for the practical exams are also available.
WBSEDCL is hiring for 447 positions in 2025. Applications are open for Junior Engineer and Assistant Manager roles. Interested candidates can apply online until December 29, 2025. The selection process involves a computer-based test and an interview. Eligibility criteria include specific educational qualifications and an age limit of 18-32 years.
The Staff Selection Commission will soon release the SSC CGL Tier 1 result 2025 on its official website. Lakhs of aspirants competed for Group B and C posts. The result will be available as a PDF list of roll numbers. Candidates can also check their individual scorecards. Qualified candidates will proceed to Tier 2.
The UPSSSC is expected to release the PET 2025 results soon on its official website. Over 19 lakh candidates appeared for the exam conducted on September 6-7, 2025. The PET score is valid for three years and is crucial for applying to various Group B and C government posts in Uttar Pradesh.
The opening of the Russian Education Agencys Delhi branch signalled a deeper phase of Indo-Russian academic ties, with Natalia Popova framing the launch as a platform for innovation-led collaboration. She highlighted Indias strong history of successful scholars in Russia and said future student exchanges could power joint research, strengthen tech ecosystems and shape long-term scientific partnerships between the two nations.
Bihar Technical Service Commission has reopened registrations for 1,114 Work Inspector posts until January 5, 2026. Candidates need a Class 10 certificate and an ITI in Draughtsman Civil, Surveyor, or Plumber. Age limits vary by category, with a 100 application fee. This is a direct recruitment drive for the Public Health Engineering Department.
India leads the global surge in generative AI adoption, with a majority of its citizens actively using and trusting the technology. While younger adults worldwide are embracing AI, older generations show hesitation. The report highlights a growing concern about digital well-being, linking high recreational screen time to reduced life satisfaction, urging for inclusive digital literacy and reskilling efforts.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has reopened applications for the 2025 Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) recruitment due to overwhelming initial response. The application window is open from December 5th to December 12th, 2025, offering a final chance for eligible candidates to apply for the 935 vacancies. The written examination is slated for January 2026.
Delhis classrooms are witnessing a transformative shift, with women leading a remarkable rise in literacy and higher education, according to the Directorate of Economics and Statistics Women and Men in Delhi-2025. Yet, despite academic dominance, female participation in the workforce remains critically low. The citys educated women face a paradox: excelling in learning but marginalized professionally.
Delhi's education sector sees women increasingly as students and teachers, with female higher education enrollment crossing fifty percent. However, this educational progress starkly contrasts with their minimal participation in the paid labour market. Deep-rooted structural constraints, including cultural expectations and safety concerns, hinder women's entry into employment, despite their growing academic achievements.
Dr NTR University of Health Sciences has released the provisional college-wise allotment list for AP NEET PG counselling 2025 phase 1 for Competent Authority quota non-service applicants. Candidates can download their results via application login and report any discrepancies by December 5, 2025. The final list and reporting schedule will be announced soon.
AIIMS and PGIMER Chandigarh have released the list of candidates shortlisted for Stage-II (Departmental Assessment) under the INI Super-Speciality Online Test for DM/M.Ch. courses, January 2026 session. Shortlisted candidates, who cleared Stage-I on 22nd November 2025, will appear for video-conferencing-based assessments between 9th and 13th December 2025. Official updates and the list are available on www.aiimsexams.ac.in
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has extended its recruitment drive for 124 Management Trainee (Technical) posts until December 15, 2025. Aspiring engineers with a full-time degree and minimum 65% marks can apply. The selection involves a Computer-Based Test, Group Discussion, and Interview, with training to follow for successful candidates.
The National Testing Agency has finalised the CMAT 2026 schedule, confirming the exam for January 25, 2026, in Computer-Based Test mode with English as the only medium. The Advance City Intimation Slip and admit cards will be released on cmat.nta.nic.in. The application process began on October 17, 2025, marking another key admission cycle for management aspirants.
The Haryana Health Department has issued the 2025 Medical Officer (HCMS-I) recruitment notification, outlining strict eligibility rules and document requirements. Applicants must hold an MBBS degree, permanent medical registration, and knowledge of Hindi or Sanskrit, with preference for MD/MS or NMC-approved PG diplomas. The application window runs from December 8, 2025 to January 7, 2026.
The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has released 2026 model question papers for Class 10 and 12 on upmsp.edu.in. Class 10 will feature a new format with 20 MCQs on OMR sheets and 50 marks of descriptive questions. Subject-wise PDFs for both classes are available for download, aiding students in understanding the revised exam pattern and preparing effectively.
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the application status for the 2025 Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment. Candidates can now check if their applications were accepted, provisionally accepted, or rejected on the official portal. This update is a crucial step before the Computer Based Test (CBT-1) for the 9,970 vacancies.
The CAT remains a high-stakes gateway to the IIMs, drawing over two lakh aspirants each year. While the raw CAT score reflects a candidates actual marks, the percentile shows their standing among all test-takers and is the key metric for shortlisting. Understanding this scorepercentile gap is essential as candidates prepare for the November exam cycle.
The Medical Counselling Committee has commenced NEET PG 2025 Round 2 counselling for All India Quota seats. Registration and choice filling are open until December 9, 2025, with results expected on December 12. Candidates can report to allotted colleges between December 13 and 21. This round offers a chance for fresh applicants and those seeking upgrades.
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has released the HSSC CET 2025 results for Group-C posts, bringing relief to over 13 lakh candidates who appeared for the July exam. Scorecards are now available on the HSSC website. With results out, the commission will next issue category-wise cut-offs, merit lists, and document verification schedules before proceeding to vacancy allocation.
Candidates for the SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2025, Paper-II can now check their allotted examination city on the SSC website. A new Aadhaar-based registration system is mandatory for 'Own Scribe' facility users, with existing registrations prior to 05.11.2025 invalidated. The maximum age for a scribe is now 22 years, and scribe mapping must be completed by 10.12.2025.
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board is recruiting for 331 Group-D positions. Applications are open from November 21 to December 15, 2025. Candidates need Matriculation and Punjabi at Class 10. Selection involves a written test and document verification. The pay scale is fixed at 18,00056,900. Visit sssb.punjab.gov.in to apply online.
The KVS and NVS recruitment 2025 application deadline has been extended to December 11, giving candidates more time to apply for 14,967 teaching and non-teaching posts. The nationwide drive covers key roles across both school systems. Applicants must complete the fully online process through official portals and follow the multi-stage selection procedure.
An Oklahoma University instructor has been placed on leave after giving a failing grade to a students Bible-based essay on gender. Student Samantha Fulnecky filed a complaint, arguing her religious beliefs were penalised, sparking nationwide debate over academic freedom. The university confirmed the failing grade would not affect her academic standing, while an investigation continues. Conservative groups and Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt have publicly raised concerns about freedom of speech on
Delhi Police Constable Exam 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has opened the self-slot selection window for Delhi Police Constable Exam 2025 candidates. Eligible candidates for Constable (Driver), Constable (Executive), Head Constable (Ministerial), and Head Constable (AWO/TPO) can now choose their preferred exam city and date at ssc.gov.in. Slots must be selected within the prescribed timelines, and once submitted, no changes are allowed. Admission certificates will be generated a few
The University of Alabamas sudden suspension of Nineteen Fifty-Six and Alice magazines, citing federal guidance against DEI programmes, has sparked outrage among student editors. The shutdown, linked to a memo from former Attorney General Pamela Bondi, ignited concerns about shrinking space for targeted student voices. Editors say they were blindsided as both long-running publications were halted mid-production.
Harvard University's PhD admission cuts, driven by a $350 million budget shortfall, will significantly impact undergraduate teaching. Departments like Philosophy and Economics are exploring alternatives, including faculty taking on more duties and collaborations with other institutions, to maintain essential teaching support and seminar-style learning for students over the next two years.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an important notice for CUET UG 2026 aspirants. Candidates are advised to update Aadhaar Card, UDID Card, and category certificates (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) before submitting online applications. The updates ensure smooth processing and avoid application rejection. The NTA emphasises checking official websites for instructions, notices, and clarifications. Detailed guidance, helpline contacts, and procedures are provided in the official advisory, available
QMC Result 2025: Queen Mary's College (Autonomous) has released UG, PG, and Ph.D. results for 2025. Students can check their results online through the official portal by entering registration or roll numbers and verification details. The results provide subject-wise marks and overall grades. Candidates are advised to download or print a copy for future reference. A direct link is available for secure access, ensuring students can verify results quickly and accurately.
West Bengal State University (WBSU) has released the UG CBCS and UG NEP Sem-II/IV results for 2025. Students can now check their results online at the official portal by entering their registration number and captcha code. The results provide detailed subject-wise marks for both CBCS and NEP students. Candidates are advised to download or print their results for future reference. A direct link is available for quick and secure access.
UHSR Result 2025: Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak has released the MBBS 1st Prof August-2025 result gazette and the revised GNM RLA result for the June-2025 examination. The updated GNM outcome includes corrected marks for a candidate from the Kailash Institute of Health & Medical Sciences, Panchkula. Both documents are available on the university website, along with direct download links and step-by-step instructions for accessing the results online.
The CAT 2025 provisional answer key has been released on 4 December 2025, allowing candidates to download slot-wise PDFs and their individual response sheets through the official login portal. The access window remains open until 10 December. Aspirants can now verify their responses, estimate raw scores, and prepare for the upcoming objection window. The answer key release marks the first major step towards score normalisation, percentile calculation, and eventual shortlisting for further IIM ad
Dr Ganesh Baraiya, a 3-foot-tall doctor with 72 percent locomotor disability from Bhavnagar, Gujarat, has captured national attention. Despite facing height-based disqualification from MBBS by the MCI, he fought a legal battle and won in the Supreme Court. Enrolling in Bhavnagar Medical College in 2019, he completed his MBBS and internship with support from friends and professors. His inspiring journey, now widely circulated online, motivates students and others to overcome physical challenges a
Vladimir Putin's early life in Leningrad reveals a journey shaped by ordinary Soviet schooling, a pivotal German immersion program, and law studies at university. Martial arts instilled discipline, while academic interests in international relations and energy economics laid groundwork for his future global role. These formative experiences highlight how education can unexpectedly steer a life's course.
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Result 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is set to release the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Result 2025 on its official website, www.ssc.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) can check their roll numbers and names in the result PDF. The SSC CHSL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025 will also be released, allowing candidates to calculate marks and raise objections. Category-wise cut-offs for 20
KVS NVS 2025 recruitment 2025: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Sangathan (NVS) 2025 teaching and non-teaching recruitment online application closes today at 11:50 PM. Candidates can apply for 14,833 posts via the CBSE official portal. The selection includes written exams, skill tests, document verification, and medical examination, with CBT-I scheduled for January 10-11, 2026. Age limits and fees vary by category. Applicants must complete their submissions before th
The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board has released the hall tickets for the 2025 Sub-Inspector recruitment, with candidates required to download them from tnusrb.tn.gov.in. The Main Written Exam and Tamil Language Eligibility Test will be held on December 21 across 46 centres. TNUSRB has activated multiple helplines for support and issued strict exam-day guidelines, including a complete ban on electronic devices.
KNRUHS has released the final merit list for Telangana NEET PG 2025 counselling, bringing 3,158 candidates into a high-stakes admission round. Students within the 664235 cutoff must now complete the mandatory willingness, choice filling and locking processes. With the seat allotment date pending, candidates are urged to act promptly as competition intensifies across PG medical seats.
BSEB BBOSE exam schedule 2025: BSEB has released the BBOSE practical and theory examination schedule for First and Second Higher Secondary (12th) and Secondary (10th) classes for June and December 2025. Practical exams for Higher Secondary will be held from December 58, 2025, and theory exams from December 924, 2025, while Secondary practical exams will run from December 69, 2025, with theory exams from December 1523, 2025. A Control Room will operate from December 424, 2025, for student support
William Chen and Guan Wang, two young engineers from Michigan, turned down a multimillion-dollar offer from Elon Musk to pursue a more ambitious path. After creating OpenChat, a small yet powerful AI model, they developed Sapient Intelligence and the Hierarchical Reasoning Model, aiming to achieve artificial general intelligence by building a brain-inspired system that surpasses current AI limitations.
BSEB 2026 model papers: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the 2026 model papers for Class 10 (Matriculation) and Class 12 (Intermediate) examinations. Students can download subject-wise papers from the official website, biharboardonline.com, to understand the theoretical exam pattern and prepare effectively. The Intermediate exams will run from February 2 to 13, 2026, and Matriculation exams from February 17 to 25, 2026. Compartmental exams will be conducted between April an
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has announced the 2026 examination schedule for classes 9, 10, 11, and 12. Class 10 and 12 exams will commence on February 12 and conclude on March 12, 2026. Meanwhile, Class 9 and 11 annual exams are set to run from March 10 to March 25, 2026.
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released admit cards for Jail Prahari Physical Efficiency and Standard Tests. These crucial tests begin on December 18, 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official RSSB website. The physical recruitment stage assesses fitness and standards. Successful candidates will proceed to document verification and medical examination.

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