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AIIMS New Delhi has declared the INI SS DM/M.Ch. Round 2 Institute Allocation Result for the July 2026 session. The allocation has been prepared using candidates' previously submitted preferences and merit rankings for admissions to AIIMS, PGIMER, JIPMER, NIMHANS and SCTIMST. Candidates can check the result online and complete the required admission formalities within the prescribed timeline.

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released the Jharkhand PECE 2026 admit cards on its official website. Candidates appearing for the July 12 polytechnic entrance examination can download their hall tickets using their login credentials. Aspirants should verify all details carefully and carry a printed admit card to the examination centre, as it is mandatory for entry.

Forty-nine days after the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Examination concluded, over 6.68 lakh students are still awaiting their results, with no official declaration date announced. The prolonged delay has sparked widespread concern on X, where students and parents say pending results are disrupting Class 11 admissions, stream selection, and academic planning.

The arrest of a 15-year-old student in Japan for allegedly using ChatGPT to assist in a cyberattack has intensified concerns over the misuse of artificial intelligence by young users. The incident highlights the urgent need for schools and parents to combine AI education with digital ethics, cybersecurity awareness, and responsible technology use as AI becomes increasingly accessible.

The Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC), Gujarat, has released the Gujarat PGCET 2026 final answer key for ME and MTech admissions. Candidates can download the subject-wise answer keys to estimate their scores using the official marking scheme. With the objection process complete, the Gujarat PGCET 2026 results are expected to be announced on or before July 10.

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board has published the WB ANM GNM 2026 provisional answer key and response sheets on its official website. Candidates can review their responses, estimate their scores, and raise objections by July 11, 2026, by paying 500 per question with supporting documents. The revised final answer key will determine the results.

The Indian Army has started the Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 process for the April 2027 course, inviting applications from eligible engineering graduates. A total of 381 vacancies, including 350 for men and 31 for women, have been announced. Applications for women opened on July 8, 2026, while men can apply from July 9, 2026. Selection will be based on academic shortlisting, SSB interview, medical examination and the final merit list.

Abdul Alim's path to becoming a software engineer at Zoho Corporation defied the conventional route of higher education. After leaving home with just Rs 1,000 and joining Zoho as a security guard, he learnt programming under the guidance of a senior colleague while working 12-hour shifts. His dedication helped him secure a technical role in 2014. Today, after more than 12 years at the company, he serves as a Member of Technical Staff.

A viral post claiming an SBI manager earns over Rs 35 lakh annually has ignited debate over the difference between headline salary packages and actual take-home pay. The discussion highlights how CTC, allowances, bonuses, and statutory deductions can significantly reduce monthly earnings, reminding professionals to assess job offers beyond the advertised annual compensation figure.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has declared the RSSB Patwari Result 2026 for the recruitment of 3,705 vacancies. Candidates who appeared for the examination held on May 17, 2026, can check their results online using their roll number or application number. The Board has also released the merit list and category-wise cut-off marks. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to document verification, while the final selection will be completed after verification and publication of the final m

Davao Medical School Foundation (DMSF), Philippines, achieved a strong performance in FMGE June 2026, with three graduates securing positions among the Top 10 All India Rank holders. The institution recorded nearly 75% success among first-time candidates, almost six times the national pass average of 12.38%. The results highlight DMSF's academic training, clinical exposure and growing appeal among Indian students pursuing medical education abroad while preparing for India's medical licensing exa

Delhi University has opened admissions for its first-ever one-year postgraduate programmes, marking a significant shift in its academic framework. The university is offering 46 new one-year PG courses for eligible four-year undergraduate graduates, alongside 74 existing two-year programmes. With nearly 14,600 seats available, candidates can complete the online registration process by July 11.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has announced the B.Cyber admission results for 2026 on its official website. A total of 52 candidates have been shortlisted and must report to the campus on July 21 for further admission formalities. The institute has also published category-wise cut-off marks and issued detailed instructions for checking the selection list and completing the next steps.

The Directorate of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, has announced the AP DEECET 2026 results and activated the rank card download link on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the July 1 entrance examination can access their scorecards using their Candidate ID and date of birth. Applicants should verify all details carefully and keep the rank card safe for future admission procedures.

A Reddit post by a startup employee has sparked a wider debate about workplace culture, burnout and boundaries after he claimed his employer questioned his professionalism for sleeping after a long workday. While the account remains unverified, the discussion highlights concerns among young professionals about late-night work expectations, communication practices and work-life balance. The incident has encouraged fresh graduates to consider company culture, personal boundaries and employee well-

CEE Kerala has released the KEAM 2026 Phase 1 final seat allotment result for BTech admissions. Candidates who participated in the first round of the Centralised Allotment Process can check their allotment status through the official portal using their application number and password. Students allotted seats must complete fee payment by July 12, 2026, to confirm admission. The allotment is based on KEAM rank, category, reservation rules, seat availability and submitted choices.

Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha and one of India's youngest self-made billionaires, says one of his biggest life lessons came not from business but from reading. After reading The Denial of Death by Ernest Becker, he began viewing time as the most valuable resource. Kamath's recommended books, covering psychology, money, philosophy, biology and society, highlight how continuous learning and curiosity can shape decision-making, success and personal growth beyond formal education.

GATE is expanding beyond engineering and technology, offering humanities and social science students a pathway to postgraduate education, research and academic opportunities. Through the Humanities and Social Sciences (XH) paper, candidates from economics, English, linguistics, philosophy, psychology and sociology can compete for opportunities at IITs and other institutions. With a valid score usable for three years, GATE is emerging as a bridge between humanities disciplines, interdisciplinary

Dinesh Thakur's decision to expose alleged data manipulation and quality issues at Ranbaxy Laboratories became one of the biggest pharmaceutical whistleblower cases in history. His revelations led to a record US$500 million settlement, stronger global scrutiny of generic drug manufacturing and a major debate on medicine safety. Despite losing his corporate career, Thakur continued advocating for regulatory reform, showing how professional courage and ethics can create lasting change in public he

The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) has announced the CMA Foundation June 2026 results on July 9, 2026. Candidates can access their scorecards through the official result portal using their login details. To qualify, students need at least 40% marks in each subject and 50% aggregate marks. The institute has also opened Intermediate course registration for the December term until July 31, 2026, while verification requests can be submitted within 30 days.

Schools remained closed across several districts in India today, July 9, as heavy monsoon rainfall prompted local administrations to suspend classes to safeguard students. Closures were announced in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Kerala and Karnataka, with some districts shutting all educational institutions and others limiting the suspension to specific grades. Meanwhile, Delhi, Noida, Mumbai and Pune did not declare city-wide school holidays, and educational institutions continued normal

Uttarakhand has become the sixth state in India to achieve full literacy under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the ULLAS programme after meeting the adult literacy benchmarks set by the Union Ministry of Education. The declaration received approval from Governor Lieutenant General (Retd.) Gurmeet Singh following the state cabinet's recommendation. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami credited the achievement to public participation and government efforts, with the state's literacy rat

UPTET Answer Key 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the UPTET Provisional Answer Key 2026 and opened the online objection window until July 14. Candidates can download the answer key, verify their responses and estimate their scores. Objections must be submitted online with supporting documents, as offline requests will not be accepted. After reviewing all challenges, the commission will publish the final answer key, which will be used to prepare

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has barred 36 candidates from participating in UGET 2026 counselling after detecting suspected malpractice at three exam centres in Jamshedpur. A forensic audit, CCTV analysis and academic review revealed anomalies, including unusual answering patterns and alleged invigilator assistance. Four of the candidates are among the Top 10 rank holders. They have been asked to appear before COMEDK by July 10 before any final ac

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the Bihar ITI 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result. Candidates can check their allotment status and download the allotment order from the official website. Those allotted seats must complete document verification and admission within the prescribed schedule to confirm their seats.

CSIR-UGC NET 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the advance examination city intimation slip for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 examination. Candidates can download the slip from the official portal using their application number and password. The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode on July 17 and 18, 2026, across multiple subjects. NTA has clarified that the city slip is not the admit card, which will be issued separately.

As students increasingly turn to ChatGPT for career guidance, experts caution against letting AI make life-changing decisions. While the chatbot can compare courses, careers and entrance exams, it cannot understand a student's interests, strengths or aspirations. The story explores key career questions students should never leave to AI alone and explains why human guidance remains irreplaceable.

The AP POLYCET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result has been released by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh. Candidates who participated in the first counselling round can check their allotment status online using their hall ticket number and date of birth. The allotment order includes college, branch, and admission-related details.

The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) has extended the deadline for affiliated schools to upload Class 9 and Class 11 annual examination marks for the 2025-26 academic session from July 7 to July 24, 2026. Schools that fail to upload students' marks by the revised deadline may render them ineligible for the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. The board has also issued helpline numbers and an email address for technical assistance.

Gen Z is rewriting workplace norms by challenging the culture of unpaid overtime, constant availability and silent acceptance of toxic practices. Fuelled by viral social media conversations and changing attitudes towards work-life balance, young professionals are demanding healthier boundaries, accountability and mutual respect, prompting employers to rethink long-standing definitions of loyalty, professionalism and commitment.

At just 14, Yuvraj from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, cleared JEE Advanced with a category rank of 1640 after preparing through a Hindi-medium online coaching programme. His achievement highlights how talent, dedication, and access to digital education can overcome barriers of language, location, and background. While his journey is exceptional, it also offers a broader lesson for parents and students about nurturing individual potential, encouraging curiosity, and creating supportive learning envir

India and Indonesia have agreed to establish an IIM Bangalore campus in Indonesia, marking another milestone in India's efforts to expand the global reach of its higher education institutions. The agreement, announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, also strengthens cooperation in AI, digital technology, startups and space, while opening new academic opportunities for students across the ASEAN region.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission is expected to release the RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Admit Card 2026 from July 8 on its official website ahead of the July 1218 written examination. Candidates should regularly check the portal, download their hall tickets promptly, verify all details, and prepare for the recruitment drive covering 10,537 teacher vacancies across Rajasthan.

TNPSC CTS 2026 notification: TNPSC has released the Combined Technical Services (Diploma/ITI Level) Examination 2026 notification for 839 vacancies across 56 technical posts. Applications will be accepted from July 17 to August 15, while the written examination is tentatively scheduled for September 20. The recruitment includes vacancies in the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, Agriculture, Public Works and other departments. Selection will be based on a written examination followed by docume

An Indian employee's reported decision to reject an internal US transfer has sparked widespread debate after entrepreneur Ujjawal Asthana shared the story online. Citing the loss of everyday conveniences available in India, the employee prioritised lifestyle over a higher-paying overseas opportunity, prompting discussions on whether career success is defined by salary alone or overall quality of life.

OJEE Counselling 2026: The OJEE Committee will release the round 1 counselling seat allotment result for postgraduate programmes today at 5 pm. The allotment covers MTech, MArch, MPlan, MBA, MCA, MSc Computer Science and MBA for Working Professionals. Candidates can check their allotment status through the official counselling portal using their login credentials. Those allotted seats must complete online reporting, choose the Freeze or Float option, pay the admission fee and upload documents fo

At the International Conference on Sustainable Computing and Communication Technologies (ICSCCT) 2026, keynote speaker Subhankar Panda argued that banks must embed AI and machine learning into financial planning rather than treating them as operational add-ons. He highlighted AI's role in predictive risk analysis, liquidity forecasting, and faster decision-making while emphasizing governance, explainability, and rigorous testing. Panda concluded that successful AI transformation requires continu

The Department of School and Mass Education, Odisha, is set to release the SAMS Odisha Class 11 (Plus 1) first selection merit list for the 2026 admission cycle. Applicants can check their seat allotment status online using their login credentials, download the Intimation Letter, and complete the admission process at allotted Higher Secondary Schools between July 9 and July 15, 2026.

IGNOU ITEP Merit List 2026: IGNOU has released the ITEP Merit List 2026 for the July session on its official website. The merit list has been prepared using candidates' NTA entrance examination scores and programme preferences. Selected candidates will receive admission offers on their registered email addresses, while vacant seats will be filled through the waiting list. The merit list covers BA BEd, BCom BEd and BSc BEd programmes. Candidates must complete admission formalities within the spec

The University of Hyderabad has started the online application process for undergraduate and integrated postgraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic session. Applications based on CUET (UG) 2026 scores will remain open until July 21. The university is offering admission to 17 specialised programmes, including B.S. (Honours/Research), Integrated M.Sc. and Integrated M.A. courses. The counselling list will be released on August 3, and classes will commence on August 17.

CEE Kerala has released the KEAM 2026 phase 1 provisional seat allotment result on its official website. Candidates can submit complaints regarding the provisional allotment until 2 pm today, after which the final allotment list will be published on July 8. The fee payment process for allotted candidates will be held from July 9 to July 12. CEE has also published the phase 1 engineering cutoff ranks and admission document list.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key between July 15 and July 20 after the examination concluded on July 5. Around 9.08 lakh candidates will be able to access their recorded OMR sheets and estimate their scores. Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question before the final answer key is prepared.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) is expected to release the AIBE XXI final answer key shortly after reviewing objections received against the provisional key. More than 1.48 lakh candidates registered for the examination. The final answer key will be used to prepare the result, expected in mid-July 2026. General and OBC candidates need 45 per cent marks to qualify, while SC, ST and Disabled category candidates require at least 40 per cent.

Delhi Police Constable Result 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Delhi Police Constable Recruitment 2025-26 marks and final answer key after announcing the result on June 19, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the computer-based examination conducted between December 18, 2025, and January 6, 2026, can check their merit status online. Qualified candidates will proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), followed by document verification

Dr Parul Ganju chose to forgo a US research opportunity to focus on developing a treatment for vitiligo after witnessing its profound impact on patients. In 2016, she co-founded Ahammune Biosciences, where the lead drug candidate, AB1001, targets the disease's underlying immune pathway rather than broadly suppressing immunity. Now in Phase 2 clinical trials, the investigational therapy reflects her commitment to translating scientific research into potential treatments that could improve million

Schools and colleges in Hosanagar and Sagar taluks of Karnataka's Shivamogga district will remain closed on July 8 due to heavy rainfall. The holiday, announced as a precautionary measure, also applies to anganwadi centres and PU colleges. Authorities have instructed educational institutions to compensate for the lost working day by conducting classes on holidays. This marks the second school closure in the district since the onset of the monsoon amid continuing adverse weather conditions.

Mumbai schools are set to reopen on July 8 as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has not announced any fresh holiday following two days of rain-related closures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has downgraded Mumbai's weather warning from an Orange Alert to a Yellow Alert, signalling improved conditions. While authorities continue to monitor the monsoon situation, schools, colleges and offices are expected to function normally. Residents have been advised to follow only offic

The UDISE+ 2025-26 report by the Ministry of Education recorded a sharp decline in school dropout rates, with preparatory-level dropouts falling to 1.8% and secondary-level dropouts to 7%. Student retention improved at middle and secondary stages, while showing a marginal decline at foundational and preparatory levels. Secondary gross enrolment ratio rose to 71.7%, and the number of school teachers crossed 1.02 crore for the first time, reflecting sustained progress in Indias education system.