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DDU Result 2025: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDUGU) has announced the DDU Result 2025 for D.Pharm 1st and 2nd year, CBCS UG, PG, and Semester Non-NEP examinations. Results for Private Annual, Regular, and Back examinations from 2021-22 to 2024-25 are now available online. Students can check and download their marks at the official portal ddugu.ac.in using their roll number. Direct links ensure quick and reliable access to scores for all courses.
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is set to release the Junior Engineer (JE) admit card 2025 ahead of exams scheduled from December 16, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Candidates can download the hall ticket from the official website, check essential exam details, and prepare for the Computer-Based Test. Post-exam, a provisional answer key will be issued for verification and objections.
Tezpur University has postponed end-semester exams amid ongoing student protests demanding the removal of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Shambhu Nath Singh. Scheduled to start December 3 and later rescheduled, exams on December 89 were canceled due to mental stress and anxiety among students. Sit-in protests continue, with administrative buildings locked. The Ministry of Education assured a time-bound inquiry against Singh, who has been absent since September amid allegations of financial and academic ir
The Office of the Conductors of Government Examinations, Andhra Pradesh, has released the NMMS 2025 Main Key. Out of 80,755 registered students, 77,739 appeared across 382 centres. Grievances regarding the Main Key can be submitted online until December 15, 2025. The NMMS results will be declared soon on bse.ap.gov.in. Students are advised to download the Main Key, check for discrepancies, and submit grievances if necessary. Director Dr. K. V. Srinivasulu Reddy confirmed the smooth conduct of th
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has released the JSSC CGL Result 2025, publishing the final merit list for the JGGLCCE. Candidates can now check the PDF to verify their roll numbers and confirm selection, marking the end of the multi-stage recruitment cycle. Those not shortlisted must wait for upcoming JSSC vacancies and future examination notifications.
WBSSC Group C and D Recruitment 2025: The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) has extended the last date for SLST 2025 applications for Clerk and Group D posts to December 12, 2025. Fee payment remains open until 11:59 PM. The recruitment covers 8,478 vacancies across Group C and D in aided and sponsored schools. Eligible candidates must meet age and educational criteria. Exams are scheduled for January 18 and January 25, 2026. Apply online at the official WBSSC portal.
The Railway Recruitment Board will close registrations for the RRB JE Recruitment 2025 tomorrow, 10 December at 11:59 PM, giving engineering aspirants a final chance to apply for 2,588 vacancies under CEN 05/2025. The drive covers JE, DMS and CMA posts, with applications accepted on rrbapply.gov.in. Candidates must submit their forms and complete fee payment before the upcoming deadlines.
Bombay High Court recruitment 2025: The Bombay High Court has released its recruitment notification for 2025, inviting applications for 2,381 posts including clerk, driver, peon, and Steno across Bombay, Nagpur, and Aurangabad. Eligible candidates domiciled in Maharashtra can apply online from December 15, 2025, to January 5, 2026, via bombayhighcourt.nic.in. The recruitment involves written exams, skill tests, interviews (for clerks), document verification, and medical checks. Post-wise qualifi
IIMs have opened the CAT 2025 objection window on iimcat.ac.in, allowing about 2.95 lakh test-takers to challenge the provisional answer key until December 10, 2025. The provision follows the keys December 4 release after the November 30 exam. Validated objections may alter scores; aspirants must submit evidence and pay the processing fee.
DU SOL admit card 2025: The University of Delhi has released the DU SOL Admit Card 2025 for December-January examinations for 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th semesters across UG and PG programmes. Students must download the hall tickets from the official website, as no printed copies will be issued. Admit cards for 2nd Year, 3rd Year, and Ex-Students are available, while the First Year hall ticket will be released soon. Candidates must verify all details and carry a hard copy with valid ID.
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR UGC NET) December 2025 city intimation slip has been released on csirnet.nta.nic.in, offering candidates early clarity on their allotted exam city ahead of the 18 December test. With admit cards expected soon, the slip helps aspirants plan travel, accommodation, and logistics before final centre details are issued.
NEET PG 2025 counselling: The MCC will close the NEET PG 2025 round 2 counselling choice-filling window today, with candidates required to submit and lock AIQ preferences before 11:55 PM. The schedule includes payment, choice locking, seat allotment and reporting timelines, along with mandatory document requirements. The article also outlines detailed dates for round 3 and the online stray vacancy round, covering registration, choice filling, allotment processing, result declaration and reportin
Struggling to stay with a page, lecture or line of thought? This science-backed 10-day attention reset distils findings from neuroscience and cognitive psychology into practical, short-term habits. Backed by lab studies on mindfulness, sleep, phone-free study and movement, the plan shows how students can measurably rebuild focus within daysnot monthsby working with the brain, not against it.
The CSS Profile, a detailed financial aid application by the College Board, is required by many U.S. universities to award institutional grants and scholarships. Because each institution sets its own policies, students must check individual school requirements and gather accurate financial documents before applying. Fee waivers may be automatically granted based on income, with some colleges offering additional support. Careful review of entries, timely submission, and monitoring university port
India's science education is now more accessible, fostering entrepreneurship from diverse backgrounds, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated. He emphasized that strong mentorship, not just funding, is key for future startups. The government is building supportive ecosystems, linking innovators with resources and encouraging risk-taking in research to drive global competitiveness.
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) is strongly advocating for student union elections across all Indian universities, including Madhya Pradesh by 2026. The organization believes these polls are crucial for fostering new leadership from educational campuses and benefiting society. ABVP insists that administrative measures can effectively prevent any potential disruptions, citing successful elections in prestigious institutions.
Many F-1 students assume that briefly stepping outside the US creates a safe window for remote work. This explainer dismantles that myth. It clarifies when employment abroad is genuinely lawful, why working for US employers or platforms remains risky even offshore, and how tax classifications like 1099 do not protect students from future immigration scrutiny.
Railway Recruitment Boards will release the RRB Paramedical application status for 2025 tomorrow, December 9. Candidates can check if their applications are accepted or rejected on rrbapply.gov.in. This recruitment offers 435 paramedical vacancies. Applicants will receive SMS and email alerts. The status is provisional and subject to verification. Candidates should only use official websites for information.
SSC CHSL Tier 1 answer key 2025: The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025 on its official website. Candidates can now download it to assess their performance and calculate tentative scores for LDC, JSA, and DEO posts. An objection window is open until December 11th for any challenges, with a fee of Rs. 50 per question.
Americas tech leadership faces a looming rupture as the Trump administration prepares sweeping changes to the Optional Practical Training programme. Proposed DHS rules and a push to impose full payroll taxes threaten the very pipeline that feeds US innovationIndian students. With OPT participation already slipping, experts warn the reforms could trigger a deep talent and research crisis for the country.
CSIR UGC NET December 2025 aspirants can soon expect their city intimation slip from NTA, typically released 8-10 days before the December 18 exam. This crucial document confirms your exam city, aiding travel plans before the official admit card arrives. Candidates should monitor csirnet.nta.ac.in for updates and download their slip using application details.
The Staff Selection Commission has announced 25,487 vacancies for Constable (GD) recruitment in CAPFs, SSF, and Assam Rifles for the 2026 cycle. Applications are open from December 1 to December 31, 2025, with the exam tentatively scheduled for February-April 2026. Candidates must be 10th pass with an age limit of 18-23 years.
The SNAP Test 2 admit card 2025 is now available for download on snaptest.org. Candidates must bring a printed copy of their hall ticket and a valid government ID to the exam center. SNAP Test 2 is scheduled for December 14, with two shifts, while Test 3 admit cards will be released on December 15.
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released the question papers and answer keys for the Punjab Civil Services (PCS) 2025 examination, covering Paper-1 (General Studies) and Paper-2 (CSAT) for all sets A, B, C, and D. Candidates can submit objections online from 3:00 pm on December 8 to 11:59 pm on December 12, 2025, using authenticated sources to support their claims.
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and philanthropist, inspires students worldwide through his words on learning, ambition, and social responsibility. His messages emphasise lifelong learning, resilience, and innovation, motivating young minds in STEM, entrepreneurship, and global development. Top quotes highlight personal growth, embracing failure, and the importance of technology and guidance. Students report increased engagement, curiosity, and career planning, while his philanthropic focus
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will commence online registrations for CEPTAM-11 recruitment on December 9, 2025, offering 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A posts. The detailed advertisement, outlining eligibility, selection, and application procedures, will be available on drdo.gov.in. The recruitment drive aims to recognize human potential through a two-tier examination process.
Lucknow University admit card 2025: Lucknow University has released the admit cards for the Odd Semester Examinations 2025 on its official website, covering programmes across Education, Arts, Commerce, Science, and the Institute of New and Renewable Energy. Students appearing for courses such as B.El.Ed., B.P.Ed., M.P.Ed., M.Com., M.A./M.Sc. Mathematics, B.Voc., and M.Sc. Renewable Energy can now download their hall tickets online. The examinations will be conducted in December across multiple d
ICAI is set to release CA January 2026 admit cards in December 2025. Candidates for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final exams can download their hall tickets from the ICAI Self Service Portal. These exams will be held in over 100 Indian cities and nine international locations. A printed admit card is essential for entry on all exam days.
Government jobs December 2025: Major recruitment notifications from SSC, KVS, NVS, SBI, DRDO CEPTAM and IOCL have opened 44,970 government vacancies across teaching, technical, banking, defence and apprentice roles. Qualifications range from Class 10 to postgraduate degrees. Several deadlines fall in December, with posts including constables, riflemen, teachers, technical assistants, specialist officers and apprentices. Candidates can apply for these opportunities through the respective recruitm
Rajasthan Public Service Commission has announced interview schedules for RAS and Assistant Professor recruitment. RAS interviews are set from December 15-24, 2025, while Assistant Professor interviews for 22 subjects will run from December 15-30, 2025. Candidates must bring all original and photocopied documents, including ID and photos, to the interview venue.
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade will shut its registration window for the 20262028 MBA (International Business) and MBA (Business Analytics) programmes tonight, December 8, 2025. With the deadline closing at 11:59 pm, candidates have been urged to complete their forms and fee payment on iift.ac.in. The application date was earlier extended from November 28.
The Telangana Open School Society has announced the exam fee schedule for the 2026 SSC and IPE public examinations. Students must pay fees online through the TOSS website or designated centers. Various deadlines are available, with increasing fines for late payments. A Tatkal option is also provided. Traditional payment methods are not accepted. Candidates should ensure correct fee submission.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released admit cards for the Combined Section Officers Grade B Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official UPSC website. The examination, covering various service categories, will be conducted across nine centers on December 13th and 14th, 2025, with a qualifying shorthand test on subsequent dates.
RRB Technician CEN 02/2025: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has released the application status for CEN 02/2025 for 6,238 Technician Grade-I (Signal) and Technician Grade-III posts. Candidates can check whether their applications are Provisionally Accepted, Conditionally Accepted, or Rejected by logging in at https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/. SMS and email notifications have been sent to registered mobile numbers and email IDs. Accepted applications are provisional, and any inconsistencies or mal
The National Testing Agency has revised the dates for three SWAYAM July 2025 Semester Exam papers, shifting them beyond the original December 1114 schedule due to operational constraints. The rescheduling affects key education courses, prompting candidates to adjust their plans. NTA has also released the advance city intimation slips, urging aspirants to verify details and stay updated on further announcements.
The Assam cabinet, led by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, has approved making history and geography compulsory for classes 6, 7, and 8, following the Justice (retd) Biplab Kumar Sharma committee recommendations, as quoted by the TNN. Each subject will carry 50 marks. Alongside curriculum changes, the cabinet approved a Rs 243 crore Dassault Systems project at Assam Engineering College and a Rs 335 crore second sainik school in Karbi Anglong, as reported by the TNN.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an advisory to all affiliated schools warning against participation in sports events organised by CBSE Board School Games Welfare Society (CBSE-WSO), Agra. The Registrar of Firms, Societies and Chits, Agra, cancelled the societys registration due to unauthorised use of the CBSE name. Schools are instructed to avoid engagement, sponsorship, or communication with the society. CBSE Secretary Himanshu Gupta urged schools to verify all events
The UPSC has issued the e-summon letters for the Civil Services Main Exam 2025, enabling shortlisted candidates to download their mandatory interview call documents from upsc.gov.in. Released ahead of the December 819 personality test, the summons guide 649 aspirants into the final evaluation stage, where leadership, judgement, and administrative aptitude will be assessed by the interview boards.
Schools in India will remain closed from December 8 to 14 in several regions due to severe weather, local body elections, and a statewide teachers strike, as reported by local media. Jammu & Kashmir will observe its scheduled winter break, Kerala schools will close on December 9 and 11 for elections, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh may face rain-related closures, and Maharashtra schools continue to be affected by the strike. Parents should monitor updates.
The SSC CGL Tier 1 2025 result is expected soon on ssc.gov.in, marking a key step for candidates aiming for Group B and C posts. The merit list PDF and individual scorecards will determine Tier 2 eligibility, while normalized scores guide final rankings. Aspirants are advised to monitor the portal closely for timely updates.
UP Sainik School admit card 2026: The UP Sainik School admit card 2026 has been released for the entrance exam scheduled on December 28, 2025. Candidates can download their admit cards from upsainikschool.org using their registration details. Corrections can be made once between November 3 and November 6, 2025. The OMR-based exam covers Mathematics & Intelligence, English, and General Knowledge. Qualified candidates will be called for interview and medical examination. Detailed instructions, exa
CAT answer key 2025: The CAT 2025 objection management window has opened on iimcat.ac.in, allowing candidates to raise grievances on the provisional answer key. The window is open from December 8, 2025, 12 noon, until December 10, 2025, 11:55 PM. Candidates can download the provisional answer key and response sheets, compare their answers, and submit objections through the Objection Management link. Steps for submission are available on the official website, ensuring transparent evaluation of CA
The MCC has reshaped NEET PG 2025 admissions by adding 2,620 seats ahead of Round 2 counselling, boosting opportunities for MD and MS aspirants nationwide. With registration open from December 5 to 9, the expanded matrix is expected to ease cut-offs, benefit new applicants and upgraders, and give fresh hope to candidates who missed out in Round 1.
WBSSC Group C and D recruitment 2025: The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) closes the online application process today for 8,478 Group C and Group D posts under the 1st SLST-2025. Candidates must submit the form by 5:59 pm, while fee payment remains open until December 12, 2025. The recruitment includes vacancies for Clerks, Librarians and Group D staff across multiple regions and mediums. Eligibility, salary details and exam dates have been issued, and applications can be submitted
The Right to Disconnect Bill marks a decisive shift in Indias work culture by giving employees the legal right to refuse after-hours communication. Beyond curbing burnout, the proposal restructures workplace power by enforcing transparency, paid overtime, mental-health safeguards, and negotiated digital norms. If adopted, it could transform Indias hustle-driven ecosystem into a more democratic and humane world of work.
KARTET answer key 2025: The School Education Board of Karnataka (SEBK) has released the KARTET answer key 2025 for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates who appeared for the exam on December 7, 2025, can download the official PDF from the SEBK portal and verify their responses. The objection window will remain open from December 9 to December 12, 2025. The answer key allows candidates to assess expected scores based on the marking scheme, which carries one mark per correct response without negative ma
Dozens of former staffers are returning to the U.S. Education Department after being placed on administrative leave during mass layoffs in the Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The reinstatement aims to address a growing backlog of over 25,000 discrimination complaints, including cases involving race, disability, sex, and religion, as reported by the Associated Press. Despite reduced staffing levels, officials say the return of employees will help prioritise existing caseloads while ongoing legal d
Fitch Ratings has issued a deteriorating outlook for the US higher education (HE) sector in 2026, citing a shrinking student pipeline, rising costs, and federal funding uncertainty, as quoted by the Higher Ed Dive. Domestic high school graduates are expected to decline, while international enrolment may fall due to tighter visa rules under President Trump. Colleges face strained revenue growth, and the pace of mergers and closures is likely to remain elevated, affecting both two-year and four-ye
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog is recruiting 312 Assistant Staff Nurses for a five-year tenure with a 25,000 monthly honorarium. Applications open on December 12, 2025, and close on January 16, 2026. Eligibility requires a B.Sc. Nursing or GNM diploma, Himachal Pradesh residency, and registration with HPNRC. A written test will be conducted.
Kelownas unemployment has surged to 11 per cent, surpassing pandemic-era levels, while Canadas national job market shows growth. Castanet reports 16,200 residents are seeking work as layoffs hit lumber, construction, real estate, and post-secondary sectors. Experts, including Ross Hickey of UBC Okanagan and George Greenwood of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, cite labour force growth, sector slowdowns, and reduced international student enrolment as contributing factors. Meanwhile, Statistics Can

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