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Hall tickets for Telangana's Traffic and Mechanical Supervisor Trainee recruitment will be available online from March 23rd to March 28th, 2026. The exam, for 198 vacancies, is scheduled for March 29th, 2026, with morning and afternoon sessions. Candidates must download and print their admit cards, affix a photograph, and arrive at the center early, bringing only essential items.

Rajasthan power corporations have announced the Technician Main exam results for 2026 recruitment. A total of 23,789 candidates appeared for the exam. Now, 4,673 candidates are shortlisted for document verification. This crucial stage will take place in Jaipur from April 1 to April 17, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will receive SMS and email notifications.

The registration deadline for the COMEDK UGET 2026 Undergraduate Entrance Test is March 23, 2026, with no further extensions expected. The exam, scheduled for May 9, 2026, is for admission to engineering programs in Karnataka's private colleges. Candidates are urged to apply promptly on the official website to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Aspiring engineers and architects can now check their JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam city. The National Testing Agency has released the city intimation slip, a crucial advance notice for candidates. This slip, available on the official JEE Main website, helps in travel planning. Remember, this is not the admit card, which will be issued later.

A shifting US labour market is forcing workers to compromise, with over a quarter of new hires accepting pay cuts amid prolonged job searches, according to ZipRecruiter. As hiring slows and wage gains shrink, the once-reliable benefits of job switching are fading, giving way to caution, reduced negotiation, and a growing preference for stability over ambition.

Harvard College has retained its status as Americas most desired university, according to The Princeton Reviews 2026 survey of over 9,400 respondents. Yet rising applications, escalating stress levels, and deep financial anxieties are reshaping the admissions landscape. While aspirations remain intact, students and parents are increasingly weighing affordability, outcomes, and institutional fit alongside prestige.

Artificial intelligence has promised to boost productivity, yet a recent Harvard Business Review study reveals a hidden cost. Managing multiple AI tools can increase mental fatigue, cognitive overload, and even burnout, especially in oversight-intensive tasks. While AI can streamline repetitive work, excessive use strains the brain, highlighting the need to balance technology with human cognitive limits.

A growing number of job seekers are facing silence instead of responses, as ghosting reaches new highs. A report by Criteria shows over half of applicants were ignored in the past year. AI-driven mass applications and the rise of ghost jobs are overwhelming recruiters, eroding trust, and turning hiring into a system where effort often goes unseen and unanswered.

The US Department of Education is in legal trouble. States claim the department did not fully reinstate cancelled school mental health grants as ordered by a court. Only six months of funding was restored instead of a full year. This partial funding threatens essential mental health services in schools. Some districts have already issued layoff notices.

The Goa Board has tentatively scheduled the Class 12 (HSSC) 2027 result declaration for February 11, signalling a tighter academic cycle. This follows the March 21, 2026 result announcement, where 92.9% students passed, improving from 2025. Students can download the 2026 timetable via the official website, with results also accessible online and through SMS services.

The Goa Board has declared the Class 12 (HSSC) Result 2026, with over 17,000 students able to access their scores online or via SMS. Announced at Porvorim, the results follow exams held in February across streams. The board has provided multiple access options to ensure students can easily download and review their scorecards.

The Justice Department has sued Harvard University, alleging it failed to combat antisemitism and violated civil rights laws. The government seeks to freeze federal grants and recover funds, citing the university's inaction during protests. Harvard denies the claims, stating it has taken steps to support its Jewish community and enforce policies.

The UPPSC has released the UPTET 2026 notification, with applications opening on March 27 and closing on April 26. A one-time registration is mandatory, with corrections allowed until May 1. The July exam remains essential for teaching roles, with defined eligibility norms and a structured, step-based application process now in place.

Railway Recruitment Boards will unveil the Technician Grade 1 answer key tomorrow, March 22, 2026. Candidates can access their question papers, responses, and the answer key on regional RRB websites. A window to raise objections, with a fee of 50 per question, is open until March 30. Successful challenges will see fee refunds.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has opened applications for the June 2026 Term-End Examination, scheduled from June 1 in hybrid mode. Students can apply without late fee till April 10 and with a 1,100 penalty till April 24. The university has barred any post-submission changes, making accuracy and timely application critical for candidates.

Registrations are underway for 2,801 apprentice posts under South Central Railway, with applications open from March 12 to April 11, 2026. Conducted under the Apprentices Act, the drive offers training in trades like electrician and diesel mechanic. Candidates must apply online, complete registration, upload documents, select trades, and submit the form with fee payment.

IIT Roorkee has unveiled the COAP 2026 schedule for MTech admissions and PSU recruitment via GATE. Registration opens soon for eligible candidates with valid GATE scores. The portal facilitates offer acceptance or rejection across multiple rounds, with specific options available in each phase. Top IITs and IISc Bengaluru are participating.

NCERT has set a phased plan to introduce new textbooks aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023. Books for Classes 1 to 8 are already in use, while Class 9 will follow in 202627. Classes 10 and 11 will continue with existing material for now. Teachers have been asked to address learning gaps to ensure smooth adoption.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will commence PGCET 2026 registrations on May 1 for postgraduate admissions in MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, and MArch courses. Both Karnataka and non-Karnataka candidates can apply, though non-Karnataka residents are eligible only for management quota seats. The exams are scheduled for May 23 and 24, with all papers being offline, multiple-choice, and 100 questions each.

Mohanlal Sukhadia University has issued admit cards for LLB first and second year students for the 202526 session, enabling access through its official portal. The hall ticket, mandatory for exam entry, carries key details like roll number and exam centre. Meanwhile, students can also check results online by entering their credentials and downloading their scorecards.

Goa Board Class 12 results for 2026 are out today, March 21st, at 5 PM. Students can access their Higher Secondary School Certificate results online after a press conference at the GBSHSE office. Exams for arts, commerce, science, and vocational streams concluded in February. Check your scores on the official GBSHSE website using your seat number and other details.

The Bihar Public Service Commission has released the final answer key for the Special School Teacher exam 2026. Candidates can download it from the official website. This key is based on reviewed objections and will be used for result preparation. The exam was held on January 29, 2026. The result is expected soon. Candidates should check the website for updates.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced recruitment for 929 Assistant Statistical Officer and Assistant Research Officer posts. Applications open on April 21, 2026, with a deadline of May 11, 2026. Eligibility requires PET 2025 qualification, a postgraduate degree in relevant fields, and basic computer knowledge. The selection process involves a written examination.

Central Bank of India's Specialist Officer recruitment 2026 application deadline is March 23rd. Over 250 technical and risk roles are available, requiring BE/BTech or MCA degrees and 2-10 years of experience. Selection involves an online exam and interview. Candidates must apply promptly via the official portal, as no changes are permitted post-submission.

The Central Board of Secondary Education is launching a new assessment for school counsellors. This Online Remote Invigilation Examination will evaluate Socio-Emotional Counselors on practical skills and student support. Around 10,000 counsellors will be covered in a phased rollout starting February 2026. The system uses an AI-enabled platform for secure and standardized evaluation, strengthening student support systems across affiliated schools.

Railway Recruitment Boards have released the RRB Paramedical 2026 answer key. Candidates can now view their question papers, responses, and the official answer key online. The facility to raise objections against any answers is open until March 29, 2026. A fee of 50 per question is required for challenging answers.

The University of Florida faces a lawsuit from its College Republicans chapter. The group alleges free speech violations after being deactivated. This action followed an alleged antisemitic incident involving a member. The lawsuit challenges the university's authority and process. It seeks restoration of campus privileges. This case is part of a wider trend of campus controversies.

Iowa's push to regulate diversity initiatives at private colleges faced a significant hurdle as a Senate subcommittee voted against a bill that would have tied state financial aid to the presence of DEI offices. Concerns over student impact, institutional autonomy, and religious freedom led to the bipartisan rejection, though broader reforms remain under consideration.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming central to undergraduate education in the US, with universities restructuring curricula to meet rising industry demand. Northwestern Universitys new AI major, launching in 2026, reflects a wider shift toward integrating technical training with ethical scrutiny, as institutions race to produce graduates capable of both building and critically evaluating intelligent systems.

Moms for Liberty and teachers unions, long at odds over education policy, are now collaborating to limit classroom technology use. The rare alignment, reflected in bipartisan efforts like an Iowa bill, comes amid rising concerns over screen time, student behaviour, and online exposure, even as deeper ideological differences between the groups remain unresolved.

Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 applications are now open on the UPPSC website, with a new One-Time Registration system in place. Aspiring teachers for Classes 1-5 and 6-8 can apply from March 27 to April 26, 2026. Exams are scheduled for July 2, 3, and 4, 2026, marking a crucial step for teaching careers in state schools.

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Class 10 result for 2026 is now anticipated around March 23, following delays in evaluation and verification. Over 10 lakh students await their results, which are crucial for Class 11 admissions. Students should prepare their roll numbers to check marks on official portals once released.

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the provisional answer key and response sheet for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CBT 1 exam. Candidates can access these on the official RRB websites and raise objections until March 26, 2026, with a fee of 50 per question. The board will review objections before releasing the final answer key and results.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released admit cards for the CEPTAM-11 recruitment examination 2026. Candidates for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A posts can download their hall tickets from drdo.gov.in. The Tier-1 Computer Based Test is scheduled for March 23, 2026.

The US Department of Education is transferring its student loan portfolio, starting with $180 billion in defaulted loans, to the Department of the Treasury. This move is part of an administration effort to reduce the Education Department's role, with Treasury eventually assuming responsibility for all federal student loans. Borrowers will not experience changes during the transition.

The US graduate job market is not collapsing in one dramatic sweep. It is tightening in a quieter, more selective way. Research suggests that in AI-exposed roles, young workers are taking the harder hit, especially at the entry level. The real concern is larger than one bad hiring cycle: When first jobs thin out, the pipeline that turns graduates into experienced professionals also begins to weaken.

COMEDK has extended the UGET 2026 registration deadline to March 23, 2026, providing a final chance for engineering aspirants to apply. The entrance exam is set for May 9, 2026. This extension offers a crucial window for students preparing for board exams. Candidates are urged to complete applications accurately on the official website.

The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has announced the JPSC FSO Result 2026, publishing a merit list of shortlisted candidates for 56 posts. Those who qualify the written exam will move to interviews and document verification. The result PDF includes key candidate details, while interview schedules and further instructions will be issued separately by the Commission.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NIFTEE 2026 Stage 1 results today, March 20, 2026. Candidates can check their scores for various UG and PG design and technology programs on the official NTA NIFTEE website. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to Stage 2 exams, with dates to be announced.

CBSE has mandated all affiliated schools to improve menstrual hygiene management. This follows a Supreme Court ruling recognizing menstrual health as a fundamental right. Schools must enhance infrastructure, provide sanitary products, and conduct awareness programs. Compliance reports are due by March and April 2026. The initiative aims to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.

The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) is anticipated to release the HSSC Result 2026 tomorrow, March 21, 2026, following a press conference. Students who appeared for the exams conducted from February 10 to February 27 can check their Class 12 results online using their credentials on the official website, gbshse.in.

The UP Board has temporarily suspended the evaluation of Class 10 and 12 answer sheets for two days to observe Eid-ul-Fitr and Ram Navami. The evaluation, which began on March 18 and ends April 1, will halt on March 21 and March 26. This pause is not expected to significantly impact the overall result timeline.

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University has announced the 202526 odd semester results on its official portal, enabling students from UG, PG, law, and diploma programmes to access their scores online. Candidates can download mark sheets using login details. The result includes key academic information, and students are advised to verify details and keep copies for future use.

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission has begun registrations for multiple Group A and B positions. These roles are in legal, healthcare, and administrative sectors. Applications are open from March 20 for specialized government jobs. Candidates can apply online through the official MPSC portal. Eligibility and selection processes vary by post. This recruitment is separate from the State Service Examination.

A new bill in the United States aims to protect the Optional Practical Training program for international students. This program allows graduates to work in their field of study. Many students from India benefit from OPT. Codifying the program provides long-term certainty for students, universities, and employers. This move addresses global competition for skilled talent and supports the US economy.

The Rajasthan Board is likely to announce Class 10 results by March 23, 2026, while Class 12 scores may follow by March 28. Evaluation is in its final phase after extensive checking by thousands of teachers. The board has also introduced biannual Class 10 exams from 2027, alongside existing passing criteria and supplementary exam provisions.

Kerala University has announced results for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including BA, BCom, BSc, and MA, for semesters examined in June 2025. Students can access their results, which are in PDF format, on the official website. Those dissatisfied with their marks have the option to apply for revaluation or scrutiny.

The Bihar Public Service Commission is recruiting Assistant Prosecution Officers. Applications for 300 vacancies close today, March 20, 2026. Candidates need a law degree and must apply online. The selection process includes preliminary and mains exams, followed by an interview. This is a significant opportunity for law graduates in Bihar.

The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has opened online registrations for Balvatika and Class 1 admissions for 2026, starting March 20 and continuing until April 2. Parents can apply through the official portal, ensuring timely submission to avoid technical issues. Provisional admission lists will be released from April 8, 2026, across various categories, including RTE and service quotas.

India Post has released the first merit list for Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment. Candidates can check the list on the official website. Document verification for shortlisted candidates is underway and must be completed by March 23, 2026. A second merit list will be released after assessing remaining vacancies. This recruitment aims to fill 28,636 posts nationwide.