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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for JEE MAIN 2026 session 2 candidates appearing on April 02 and April 04, 2026. Available on the official NTA website, the hall tickets include Paper 1 (B.E./B. Tech) examination details and shifts. Candidates must ensure the QR code and barcode are visible and carry a valid photo ID. Admit cards for April 0508 exams will be issued later. Helpline support is available for download issues.

Nasreen Parveen from Arrah, Bihar, secured fifth place in the BSEB Class 10 results 2026 with 486/500 marks (97.2%). Despite coming from a modest familyher father works as a masonshe studied 89 hours daily, crediting her family and self-discipline for her success. Aspiring to become a doctor, Nasreen plans to take Biology in Class 12 and aim for the NEET UG exam, proving that dedication and family support can overcome financial challenges.

Harvard Colleges first 24-hour Housing Day fundraising challenge raised $276,000, with Adams House contributing a dominant $170,000. The initiative, reported by The Harvard Crimson, allowed alumni to directly support their Houses while participating in campus traditions remotely. Funds will enhance student social programming without affecting existing budgets. Despite disparities among Houses, officials see the effort as a success, with hopes that future editions will boost alumni engagement and

Columbia University's Class of 2030 faces an unprecedented 4.2% acceptance rate amidst a record applicant pool. This year's admissions cycle is shaped by new federal data-sharing policies following a settlement and a scaled-back undergraduate expansion plan that has drawn significant campus opposition. Barnard College, however, withheld its admissions data again.

IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026: The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has announced the IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 04/2026, offering 984 vacancies across Constable, Fireman and Special Tiger Guard posts. Applications are open from March 23, 2026, to April 10, 2026, for 10th-pass candidates. The selection process includes a written examination, physical tests and medical checks. The written exam is scheduled for May 10, 2026.

The BSEB Class 10 Result 2026 has been declared today, March 29, 2026, for over 16 lakh students across Bihar. With an overall pass percentage of 81.79%, students can check their marks, grades, and division through the Times of India portal or official BSEB websites. Top-performing districts include Patna and Muzaffarpur, while supplementary exams are available for those who did not pass.

The Bihar Board has declared the Class 10 Result 2026 with an 81.79 percent pass rate, but students who failed still have options. Candidates can apply for compartment exams, special exams, or scrutiny between April 1 and April 7. The Board aims to release compartment results by May 31, allowing students to continue their studies without losing a year. These measures ensure multiple opportunities for students to improve their performance.

The Bihar School Examination Board has declared the Class 10 Result 2026, recording an overall pass percentage of 81.79 percent. Girls outperformed boys in overall results, with higher numbers passing the examination. Pushpanjali Kumari and Sabreen Praween secured the top rank with 98.4 percent. While boys led in first division scores, girls dominated across other divisions, reflecting balanced yet competitive academic performance across the state.

NHPC Limited is recruiting Trainee Engineers. Applications are open from March 16 to April 6, 2026. Engineering graduates with valid GATE 2024 or 2025 scores can apply. The recruitment offers 72 vacancies across Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines. Selection involves GATE scores, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview.

The Bihar School Examination Board has released the Class 10 merit list along with the Matric Result 2026. Pushpanjali Kumari and Sabreen Praween jointly secured the top rank with 492 marks (98.4 percent). The top 10 list reflects strong performances from students across several districts. Female students dominated the top positions, continuing recent trends. The results highlight intense competition, with minimal differences in marks among top rankers.

The Bihar School Examination Board has announced the scrutiny process following the declaration of the Matric Result 2026. Students dissatisfied with their marks can apply for answer sheet verification from April 1 to April 7, 2026. The Board will also accept applications for special and compartment examinations during this period. Results of these exams are expected by May 31, ensuring students can continue their studies without losing an academic year.

The Bihar School Examination Board has declared the Class 10 Matric Result 2026, with an overall pass percentage of 81.79 percent. Pushpanjali Kumari and Parveen jointly secured the top rank with 492 marks (98.4 percent). The results were announced during an official press conference attended by key officials. Over 1.5 million students appeared for the examination. Students can check their results online, while the Class 11 admission process is set to begin in early April.

TUUCMS result 2026: he UUCMS result 2026 has been released online for students across Karnataka universities. Semester-wise results for UG and PG courses are available on the official portal, accessible using login credentials. Students can view marks, grades, and personal details, and download marksheets. The system enables quick access without visiting colleges. Universities are releasing results in phases. A revaluation option is also available for students seeking rechecking, with updated sc

Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the Rajasthan SI Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 on March 29, 2026. Candidates can download it using their registration number and date of birth to check their allotted exam city. The slip only provides city details, while the admit card will be issued on April 02, 2026. The Rajasthan SI examination is scheduled for April 05 and 06, 2026, and candidates are advised to plan travel in advance.

Territorial army TA recruitment 2026: The Territorial Army Rally TA Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 3806 vacancies across multiple regions, with rallies beginning in March 2026 and continuing zone-wise until September 2026. The recruitment covers several posts including Soldier General Duty, Clerk, and Tradesmen. Candidates aged 18 to 42 years meeting educational and physical standards can apply offline. The selection process includes physical tests, written examination, and medical chec

BITSAT 2026 slot booking: The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, has released the BITSAT 2026 test city allotment on its official admissions portal. Registered candidates can now check their assigned centres and book their preferred examination date and time for Session 1. The slot booking facility will remain available until March 31, 2026. Candidates who fail to select a slot within the deadline will be automatically assigned one based on availability through the system.

Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will announce the Class 10 results today, March 29, at 01:15 PM. The announcement will be made by Chairman Shri Anand Kishore in a press conference. Students can check their marksheets online on official BSEB websites after the declaration.

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education is set to release the Class 12 Result 2026 soon. Students can check their scores online using their roll numbers. The results will be available on official websites. This announcement marks a crucial step for students pursuing higher education. Keep your roll numbers ready for quick access.

Suman Chakraborty, now Director of IIT Kharagpur, transformed healthcare with affordable diagnostics. His innovations in microfluidics and paper-based tests bring science to villages. He developed low-cost blood tests and a handheld oral cancer detector. During COVID-19, he led the development of COVIRAP, an indigenous rapid molecular diagnostic test. Chakraborty's work prioritizes accessibility and practical impact, improving lives.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has warned students and parents against the Rajeev Gandhi Institute of Technology & Management in Rajasthan, identifying it as a fake university. The institute is awarding degrees in violation of the UGC Act, 1956, and its degrees are deemed invalid for further studies or employment.

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti is expected to release the JNVST Class 9 Result 2026 soon for students who took the lateral entry exam on February 7, 2026. Candidates can check their results online using their roll number and date of birth. Admission will be merit-based, requiring document verification at the allotted JNV.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released important updates for government job aspirants. Vacancies for Pharmacist posts have seen a slight increase, now standing at 564. However, the Junior Assistant recruitment has seen a reduction in posts to 4. The application deadlines remain unchanged for the Pharmacist recruitment. Candidates are urged to stay informed through official UPSSSC notifications.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a proposed five-year age relaxation for government recruitment exam candidates whose eligibility expired due to delays. This move, along with fresh examination opportunities for Staff Selection Commission (SSC)-type tests, aims to benefit aspirants impacted by stalled recruitment processes and restore their chances for government jobs.

Montana's American Indian tuition waiver will expand eligibility from July 1, 2026, removing blood quantum requirements and including unenrolled descendants. This change aims to increase access to higher education, though some tribal leaders expressed concerns about the lack of prior consultation. The state anticipates increased student numbers and costs, which institutions will manage within existing budgets.

India is steadily strengthening its global academic presence, with 99 institutions featured in QS Subject Rankings 2026 and strong upward movement across disciplines. Among them, IIM Ahmedabad stands out, ranking 21st in Business & Management Studies and debuting in Marketing. The trend reflects a broader shift, as Indian education moves beyond engineering towards diverse, globally competitive fields.

The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has announced the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JHTET) 2026 for candidates seeking teaching eligibility in government schools. The exam, conducted in two levels for primary and upper primary teachers, is purely eligibility-based. Applications are fully online, requiring registration, document upload, and fee payment, with successful candidates receiving certificates valid for future recruitment.

The Andaman & Nicobar Administration has announced 544 Mazdoor and Group C vacancies, offering a key opportunity for 10th pass candidates. Applications, open till May 6, 2026, will be accepted online. With district-wise hiring, simple eligibility, and a physical test-based selection process, the drive aims to strengthen the regions grassroots forest workforce.

A new AP-NORC poll, reported by The Los Angeles Times, reveals a widening divide in how men and women perceive pay equity in the US. While data shows the gender pay gap has recently widened, many men view workplaces as fair. Rising financial stress among women and shifting policy approaches further complicate efforts to address inequality.

Telangana has begun registrations for POLYCET 2026, the states sole gateway to diploma-level technical education. Conducted by SBTET Hyderabad, the application window runs from February 2 to April 20 without late fee, with extended deadlines up to April 22. The exam is scheduled for May 13, with results likely within 12 days, determining admissions across multiple technical streams.

Digital signatures, meant to streamline work, are increasingly causing delays and confusion. A survey of 1,000 Americans reveals widespread issuesmissed signatures, forgotten documents, and uncertainty over what counts as legally valid. These small lapses are quietly disrupting workflows, leading to missed deadlines, strained relationships, and even lost deals across industries.

The TREI Society has begun admissions for 202627 through the TGRJC CET, scheduled for May 3, 2026. The state runs 35 residential junior colleges offering free education. The entrance test, based on the Class 10 syllabus, is the sole selection route. Candidates must apply online, complete registration steps, and submit the form before the deadline.

Students often forget what they study. Research shows learning is about using information in new ways. Harvard University professor Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa suggests making learning meaningful. This involves understanding oneself and using multiple senses. Practical methods like spaced repetition and active note-taking improve retention. Making learning relevant to personal lives also helps. Students need to take control of their learning journey.

IIM Ahmedabad's PGP Class of 2026 achieved 100% final placements across 26 cohorts. Consulting firms led hiring, with BCG, McKinsey, and Bain extending numerous offers. The process involved a cluster-cohort system and dream applications. Investment banking, private equity, and technology sectors also saw significant participation, with new recruiters joining the placement cycle.

The Bihar School Examination Board is likely to announce the Class 10 results by March 30 or 31, dismissing viral claims of an earlier release. Officials confirmed no result will be declared today. Following the Class 12 outcome with an 85.19% pass rate, students can access Matric scores through official websites, DigiLocker, or SMS services.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has debunked a fake social media post claiming the Class 10 results would be released today, March 28, 2026. Officials stated the results are anticipated on March 30 or 31, with students advised to await official confirmation and check the BSEB website or TOI portal.

The Bihar School Examination Board is likely to announce the Class 10 results by March-end, following the earlier release of Class 12 outcomes with an 85.19% pass rate. Students can access scorecards via official portals, while alternative platforms may help during heavy traffic. Exams were conducted between February 17 and 25 across the state.

The Delhi Development Authority has released the DDA Mali Result 2026 on its official website, listing candidates shortlisted for the next stage against 282 vacancies. Published as a provisional merit list, it outlines key candidate details and exam scores. Those who qualified in the December 2025 CBT will now proceed to document verification, with further updates expected online.

The Punjab government has announced 532 vacancies in jails and police departments, including 475 jail warden posts and 57 police sector positions. The official notification for PSSSB Recruitment 2026 is now live on www.sssb.punjab.gov.in from April 1, 2026. Applications must be submitted online, with detailed steps for registration, form submission, fee payment, and confirmation available on the portal.

Railway Recruitment Boards have released the Technician Grade 1 CBT 2026 answer key on March 28, 2026. Candidates can now access their question papers, responses, and the answer key on official RRB websites. The objection window is open until April 6, 2026, with a fee of Rs 50 per question.

Punjab Board Class 5 and 8 results for 2026 are anticipated in early April. While Class 8 results will be online at pseb.ac.in, Class 5 scores will be available offline at schools. Exams concluded in February and March. Students can check their qualifying status and subject-wise marks on the official website or DigiLocker.

The Union Government has approved rescheduling of JEE (Main) 2026 for students unable to appear on April 5, coinciding with Easter Sunday. Following appeals from church authorities, including Cardinal Baselios Cleemis, students can now request a new exam date via jeemain.query@nta.ac.in by March 28. The move acknowledges religious sensitivities and provides relief to aspiring engineers nationwide.

Gujarat Technological University has announced results for Winter December 2025 examinations. Students can check their scores for various courses on the official GTU website. Those unsatisfied with their results have until March 30, 2026, to apply for a re-check or reassessment. This update provides crucial information for students awaiting their academic outcomes.

SEBI has announced the Grade A Phase 2 results for Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) positions. Candidates who took the February 21, 2026 exam can now access their scores on the official SEBI website. The results reflect performance in both a descriptive English paper and stream-specific tests, with negative marking applied to objective questions.

Due to the prevailing situation in West Asia, CBSE has cancelled Class 12 board exams scheduled from March 16 to April 10, 2026, for students in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. An alternative assessment scheme will be implemented, utilizing school-based evaluations and internal marks to ensure fair results for all students.

Punjab National Bank has announced the PNB Apprentice result 2026. Candidates can check the list of provisionally shortlisted individuals on the official website. The selection follows the bank's advertisement and the online written test. Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification and other pre-engagement formalities for final selection. The bank had announced 5,138 apprentice vacancies.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the exam city intimation slip for the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2025 Paper 2. Candidates can check their allotted exam city on the official SSC website by logging in with their registration credentials. The JE Paper 2 exam is scheduled for April 7, 2026, with admit cards to be released on April 4, 2026.

Jewish student representation at Yale College has significantly decreased over the past decade, falling from 16.4% to 9.5% of first-year students. This decline occurred despite overall class growth and at a faster rate than white non-Jewish students. University leaders acknowledge the complexity of religious identification and emphasize ongoing efforts to support Jewish life on campus.

The United States Department of Education is moving to a smaller office in Washington. This relocation is part of a plan to reduce the department's influence. The move is scheduled for August. Several education programs have already been reassigned to other government agencies. This signals a significant shift in federal education policy.

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has released the GATE 2026 scorecards on its official portal, allowing candidates to download their results. Conducted in February, the exam featured MCQs, MSQs, and NAT questions. The scorecard details marks, rank, and qualifying status, and remains valid for three years for admissions and PSU recruitment.

The Trump administration has launched investigations into medical school admissions at Stanford, UC San Diego, and Ohio State, examining possible use of race in decisions. The Justice Department is seeking detailed applicant data to ensure compliance with the 2023 Supreme Court ruling banning affirmative action. Universities say they follow anti-discrimination laws and are reviewing the inquiries.