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The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has released the answer key for the Police Head Constable (HC) and Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) exams conducted on March 24, 2026. Candidates can check their responses and calculate tentative scores. The objection window is open from March 26 to 29, 2026. Applications had closed on February 19, and exams were held across multiple centres.

Crescendo 2026, the four-day intercollegiate cultural festival at the International School of Business and Media (ISB&M), showcased youth talent, creativity, and leadership. With the theme Step forward with confidence and lead, over 2,500 students from 60+ colleges, including MIT World Peace University, IIT Madras, and Symbiosis, participated. The festival featured singing, dance, fashion shows, hip-hop, and live bands, with performances by Gaurav Taneja, Char Diwari, and Euphony. Guided by Stud

A total of 118 students from Zeal College of Engineering and Research and Zeal Polytechnic in Pune secured placements at Tata Toyo Radiator. Students from E&TC, Electrical, Robotics and Automation, and Mechanical streams were selected. The achievement reflects Zeal Institutes strong industry-focused training and academic quality. Institute leaders praised the students efforts, highlighting the milestone as a testament to their dedication and the institutions commitment to producing skilled, indu

Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has released its 202627 prospectus, detailing eligibility, entrance exams, fee structures, and timelines for all programs. The university expanded test centres to eleven and revised international student fees. The registration deadline has been extended to April 2, 2026, with admissions for specific programs open 10 days post-results. Applicants must apply through the official portal.

IIT JAM 2026 result: IIT Bombay has released IIT JAM 2026 scorecards and the toppers list on its official portal, enabling candidates to access results through JOAPS. The JoSAA counselling process is set to begin on March 27, with applications open until April 15. Candidates must download and retain their scorecards for admissions, as validity is limited to the 20262027 session. Top rankers include Ayushi Agrawal in Chemistry and Sarvesh Gupta in Physics.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has declared the secondary and senior secondary on-demand exam results 2026. Exams held between January 1631 saw 982 students clear secondary and 2,373 clear senior secondary levels. Students can check their results online at results.nios.ac.in by entering their enrollment number. The ODE provides flexible learning options for students managing other commitments.

On a December morning in Chicago, a marketing analyst experienced AIs uncanny accuracy, highlighting a quiet shift in American workplaces. A Resume Now survey shows 41% of US workers see AI replacing or overlapping parts of their jobs, while others feel supported. Across industries, AI is reshaping tasks, productivity, and skill development, prompting workers to rethink what makes their contribution uniquely human.

Reading has quietly shifted from a reflective habit to a functional task for students driven by outcomes. As digital distractions rise, its deeper value is fading. Research shows reading not only builds comprehension but also calms the nervous system and strengthens empathy. Losing it risks weakening attention, curiosity, and critical thinkingskills essential far beyond classrooms.

The IB ACIO recruitment process has reached its final stage following the declaration of the Tier 2 result on March 5, 2026. Candidates who qualified are awaiting the release of the interview admit card. Interviews are scheduled from April 1 to April 30, 2026. The recruitment drive, which announced 3717 vacancies, includes a written examination and interview. Selected candidates will be appointed as Assistant Central Intelligence Officers under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The NTA is likely to release the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 admit card by March 31, ahead of exams scheduled from April 2 to 8, with Paper 2 on April 7. City slips are already out. The admit card will confirm centre, timing, and rules, making it essential for candidates to download and verify details promptly.

Delhis schooling system is witnessing a significant shift, with girls outnumbering boys in enrolment across all levels, according to the Economic Survey 202526. While overall figures remain well above national averages, the widening gapparticularly at higher secondaryraises concerns about boys declining participation, even as attendance stays strong and learning outcomes improve in higher classes.

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has declared the final selection results for 921 posts of Police Sub-Inspector (Confidential), Assistant Sub-Inspector (Clerical), and Assistant Sub-Inspector (Accounts). A total of 912 candidates have been selected across Unreserved, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories, including 178 female candidates. Merit lists, cutoff marks, and computer typing test results are now available on the official UPPRPB website. Selections are subject to medica

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam city intimation slip for candidates in Kuwait and Dubai. The exam is scheduled for April 2-8, 2026, with the admit card to be released separately. Candidates can check their allotted city on the official NTA website.

The SSLC third language paper, originally scheduled for March 30, has been postponed to March 31 following the revision of the Mahaveer Jayanthi holiday. The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board confirmed that all other papers will continue as planned. The change affects around 8.65 lakh students appearing for exams from March 18 to April 2. Updated instructions have been issued to schools and examination centres to ensure smooth conduct of the rescheduled paper.

The UPTET 2026 notification has been issued, introducing a mandatory One-Time Registration system for applicants. The application window will open on March 27 and close on April 26, while exams are scheduled for July 2 to 4. Candidates must complete OTR before applying, with eligibility criteria varying for primary and upper primary teaching levels in Uttar Pradesh schools.

Bank of Baroda has announced recruitment for 104 professional posts in its Wealth Management Services department on a contract basis. The application process will run from March 27, 2026 to April 16, 2026. Vacancies include roles such as Group Head, Territory Head, Senior Relationship Manager and Wealth Strategist. Candidates must be graduates with relevant experience. Selection will involve shortlisting, tests or interviews. Application fees and age limits vary by category and post.

Purnea University has issued admit cards for UG first semester exams (BA, BSc, BCom) for the 202529 batch, with exams commencing on March 30, 2026. Conducted in two daily shifts, the exams will follow a revised schedule. Students must carry valid hall tickets to centres and verify details in advance to avoid discrepancies.

Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad is poised to release Class 10 and 12 results for 2026 soon, likely by April 26th. Following a swift evaluation process, students can access scores online via upmsp.edu.in and upresults.nic.in, or through DigiLocker and UMANG. Expect details on toppers and performance statistics alongside the results.

IDBI Bank SO Recruitment 2026: IDBI Bank has announced Specialist Officer recruitment for FY 202627 under Advertisement No. 8/2025-26, offering 33 vacancies across roles such as DGM, AGM, Manager, and JAM. The application process runs from March 25, 2026, to April 08, 2026. Posts span IT, risk management, audit, and security. Selection involves shortlisting, GD, and PI. Eligibility varies by post, including qualifications, experience, and age limits, with final selection based on GD and intervie

AP RTE result 2026: The Government of Andhra Pradesh has released the AP RTE Result 202627 for first phase admissions under the Right to Education scheme. Out of 54,647 applicants, 54,016 were declared eligible. The provisional merit list is available online and via SMS. Selected candidates must complete document verification between March 26 and April 7, 2026. The scheme enables free admission in private unaided schools, while the second phase result is scheduled for April 12, 2026.

Rajasthan Knowledge Corporation Limited (RKCL) has released the RSCIT admit cards for the examination scheduled on March 29, 2026, with another session planned for April 12, 2026. Candidates who have completed the course can download their hall tickets from the official website, rkcl.vmou.ac.in. The admit card contains essential details, including the candidates name, roll number, examination centre, and reporting time. It is mandatory to carry the printed admit card for entry into the examinati

The State Bank of India is set to release the SBI PO 2026 notification soon, sparking intense competition among aspirants nationwide. With nearly 6.5 lakh applicants last year, the exam remains highly sought-after for its strong pay and career growth. The three-stage selection process, clear eligibility criteria, and structured application steps make it a crucial opportunity for graduates.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the exam schedule for Rajasthan Police Sub-Inspector and Platoon Commander 2025 exam, to be held April 5-6, 2026. Admit cards release April 2, city slips March 29. Two daily shifts apply. Candidates must carry valid ID, follow guidelines, and avoid malpractice under strict law provisions. Check official websites for regular updates.

Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies, Basar, has opened admissions for its six year integrated B.Tech programme for 2026-27 at Basar and Mahabubnagar campuses. Online applications began on March 18, 2026, and will close on May 10, 2026. Special category applicants must submit printed forms by May 20, 2026. The provisional selection list is expected on May 30, followed by Phase I counselling on June 5, 2026.

The Reserve Bank of India is expected to announce the Office Attendant Result 2026 by the end of March, following the March 1 examination. The recruitment drive aims to fill 72 posts. Results will be released online in PDF format, listing shortlisted roll numbers. Qualified candidates will proceed to the mandatory Language Proficiency Test for final selection.

The MAH MCA CET 2026 admit card is expected to be released today, March 26, 2026, on the official website cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can download their hall tickets using their application number and password or date of birth. The examination is scheduled for March 30, 2026, and candidates must carry a printed admit card and valid photo ID for entry.

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has confirmed that Class 9 and 11 results for 2026 will not be released today due to a holiday and will be declared only through schools. Institutions must publish results by March 30 or 31. Students need at least 33% marks to pass and qualify for promotion to the next class.

Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has declared the State Service Examination Preliminary 2025 results, conducted for 265 posts across 20 services. The examination was held on February 22, 2026. While 3,975 candidates were to be shortlisted for the main stage, 3,921 candidates qualified due to category-wise eligibility factors. The main examination is scheduled for May 16 to 19, 2026. Results, including cut-off marks and candidate details, are available on the official website.

IIT Roorkee has opened registrations for COAP 2026. This portal facilitates admissions to MTech programs and recruitment in Public Sector Undertakings. Candidates with GATE 2026, 2025, or 2024 scores can apply. The registration is online. Several IITs and other institutes are participating. Applicants must also apply separately to individual institutes and PSUs.

CBSE Class 10 results for 2026 are anticipated soon, likely mid-May, mirroring past trends. Students can check scores on cbse.gov.in or results.cbse.nic.in, and via DigiLocker. Essential details like roll number and date of birth are needed. The board is expected to return to its usual mid-May release schedule after pandemic-induced delays in previous years.

The Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS) is anticipated to release the Bihar Jeevika Result 2026 soon on its official website, brlps.in. Following the release of cut-off marks for the Block Project Manager post, results for various positions are expected to be announced shortly, with candidates advised to monitor the website for updates.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the NCHM JEE 2026 registration deadline to April 1, 2026, following requests from NCHMCT. This extension allows more aspiring candidates to apply for hospitality and hotel management programs. The fee payment deadline is also April 1, 2026, with all other exam details remaining unchanged.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has released the theory exam date sheet for Class 10 and 12 for April 2026. Exams commence on April 10 and conclude on May 6, with most afternoon sessions. Students in specific states should verify for date adjustments due to local events. Results are anticipated approximately seven weeks post-examinations.

Boston University removed Pride flags from campus buildings, citing a content-neutral policy on signage to maintain institutional neutrality. Faculty expressed concern, viewing it as part of a broader trend of caution in higher education amid political pressure. While flags have since been returned, the incident raises questions about balancing individual expression with institutional voice on campuses.

The Karad office of MAHATRANSCO has released the 202627 ITI Electrician Apprenticeship merit list. Candidates who registered online by 16 March 2026 and completed document verification on 23 March 2026 are included. Applicants can download the result from www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, verify their details, and report discrepancies by 26 March 2026 before the final selection list is published.

IIT Delhi has entered the global top 50 in five major engineering and technology subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, and Civil Engineering all improved significantly compared to last year. The institute continues to lead India in Engineering & Technology, with 12 subjects across Engineering, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences & Management now ranked in the top 100 globally.

The Orissa High Court has released admit cards for shortlisted candidates appearing in the Preliminary Examination for Junior Grade Typist and Data Entry Operator posts under Advertisement No. 01/2026. The exam will be held on April 5, 2026, in Cuttack. Candidates must download hall tickets online within the stipulated window and carefully verify all details before the test.

JNCU Result 2026: Jananayak Chandrashekhar University (JNCU) has declared results for undergraduate courses under the NEP system. Part-I backlog results for B.A, B.Sc, and B.Com, as well as Part-II semester-III and Part-III semester-V results, are now available. BBA third-semester and B.Com Banking & Insurance semester III outcomes were also released. Students can check their scores online to plan academic progression. The results cover all semesters and parts for regular and backlog students un

The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has scheduled the Phase-II written exam for Police SI and Subedar recruitment 2025 on April 26, 2026. Only candidates who cleared Phase-I can appear, subject to fee payment. Applicants can check details online using login credentials, as competition remains high for the limited posts.

The DSSSB will close registrations for Combined Examinations 2026 today at 11:59 PM, marking the end of a month-long application window that began on February 24. The drive aims to fill key posts including Legal Assistant, engineers, and Assistant Section Officer across Delhi government departments and local bodies. Candidates must apply online and verify details before submission.

A sharp slowdown in funding by the National Institutes of Health, flagged by the Association of American Medical Colleges, has left universities scrambling midyear. With fewer grants and delayed disbursements, institutions are cutting admissions and hiring, while early-career researchers face shrinking opportunitiesraising deeper concerns about stability, trust, and the future pace of scientific discovery.

India has made significant strides in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, with 99 institutions featuring 599 times across 55 disciplines. Forty-four percent of entries improved, the highest among large systems, while 120 are new. IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi entered the top 50 in Computer Science, and AIIMS reached its highest-ever Medicine ranking (105th). Business, engineering, and emerging disciplines show notable growth, while Arts & Humanities remain the weakest area, highlighting

The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Computer Science place MIT at the top, followed by Stanford and Carnegie Mellon, reaffirming US dominance. However, institutions like NUS and Oxford highlight rising global competition. As computer science drives sectors from healthcare to finance, the rankings reflect its growing role in shaping modern economies and workforce demand.

Gallup data reveals a subtle but significant shift in the US workforce, where more employees are struggling than thriving. Despite rising dissatisfaction and record-low engagement, many feel unable to leave due to economic constraints and weak job prospects. The result is a restless yet immobile workforce, raising deeper concerns about confidence, opportunity, and the future of work.

IGNOU has released the BEd Entrance Exam 2026 admit cards online ahead of the March 29 test. Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official website using login credentials. The university has advised early access to avoid technical delays, stressing that the admit card is mandatory for verification and entry at the examination centre.

Bihar Home Guard Recruitment 2026 will soon open for 13,500 posts under the Home Department. The Central Selection Board (Constable) will conduct the process, with selection based on PST, PET, medical test and document verification. Candidates with 10th or 12th qualifications can apply. The age limit is 19 to 40 years. Physical standards and PET carrying 15 marks are mandatory. The official notification will provide application dates and detailed eligibility conditions.

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education has announced the timetable for Class 10 and Class 12 second examinations in 2026. These exams offer students a vital opportunity to improve their scores or clear subjects. Class 10 exams are scheduled from May 7 to May 19, 2026. Class 12 exams will run from May 7 to May 25, 2026.

The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 registration opens on March 26, 2026, with applications closing on April 9, 2026. The offline exam is scheduled for May 29, 2026, with admit cards available from May 15. Eligibility criteria and exam patterns for Paper 1 and Paper 2 are detailed, with no negative marking.

The ISRO U R Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru has opened online applications for Scientist/Engineer SC, Scientist/Engineer SD, and Medical Officer SC posts. Vacancies span engineering, research, and medical roles with defined eligibility, age limits, and pay structures. The application process is fully online, with a processing fee and refund provisions. Selection includes written tests and interviews depending on the post, with final appointments based on performance in respective stages.

Madhya Pradeshs School Education Department announced Class 8 board-pattern results with a 93.83% pass rate. Girls outperformed boys, recording 94.98% against 92.74%. Over 1.09 million students appeared, mostly from rural areas. Indore division and Narsinghpur district topped rankings. Exams were held at 12,943 centres, with digital evaluation by over 110,000 teachers. Results were accessed online with heavy traffic. Students who failed can take supplementary exams, reappearing only in subjects