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Govt jobs alert: UPSC to Income Tax dept, here is the list of jobs to apply

The craze for government jobs is increasing day by day among Indian youth. Here is the list of such jobs that one can apply to

Kharge writes to President Murmu against 'privatisation' of Sainik schools

Indian democracy has conventionally kept armed forces away from any partisan politics, but the central government has "broken" this well-enshrined convention, Kharge added

Edtech firm Aakash Educational Services appoints Deepak Mehrotra as new CEO

Edtech firm Byju's group firm Aakash Educational Services Ltd on Monday said it has appointed Deepak Mehrotra as its managing director and chief executive officer. The position of CEO at Aakash has been lying vacant after Abhishek Maheshwari resigned from the company in September 2023. Mehrotra's appointment fills in the position of CEO after a gap of about seven months. Mehrotra joined the office with immediate effect, the company said in a statement on Monday. "As we enter the next phase of growth, it's our pleasure to welcome Deepak to lead Aakash Educational Services Ltd. In his role as CEO, he will be responsible to deliver on our aggressive growth plan and to build on the significant momentum the company is currently experiencing. "His business acumen and stellar record as the Managing Director for Pearson India will be pivotal in leading Aakash BYJU'S into its next phase of growth and impact," Byju's, Founder and Chairman Byju Raveendran said. With over 35 years of experie

NCERT 'revises' Class XII textbook's paras on Babri Masjid, Ayodhya dispute

The new syllabus of Class 12 political science textbook will come into effect from the 2024-25 academic session

NCERT alters Class 12 history book, says Harappans indigenous to India

Text in Class 12 sociology textbook containing reference to 'Hindu landlords' during tribal icon's time also removed

INDIA bloc urges 'immediate release' of Kejriwal and Soren at Delhi rally

Sunita Kejriwal, conveyed her husband Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's pledge for continuous power supply, accessible quality education and healthcare

Current methods of assessment need improvement: Pratham CEO Rukmini Banerji

CBSE's proposed open book examination a 'good idea', says Banerji

CUET PG 2024: Everything you need to know about today's exam by NTA

On Monday, the National Testing Agency began the Common University Entrance Test Postgraduate (CUET) 2024. The exam will be conducted till March 28

NTA extends NEET UG 2024 registration date, here's all you need to know

The last date to apply for NEET UG 2024 registration has been extended. The last date for receiving the fee is March 16 until 11.50 pm

JEE aspirant from Bihar dies by suicide in Kota; sixth incident in 2024

Kota has been in news for rising cases of students' suicides due to stress and other factors. In 2023, as many as 26 aspirants had died by suicide in the city while preparing for competitive exams

Karnataka govt revises 'BJP-era' textbooks for new academic year: 5 points

The move is in sync with the Congress party's poll promise ahead of the Karnataka Assembly elections to undo some of the changes made by the BJP during its tenure

Delhi govt allocates Rs 16,396 cr for education in Budget 2024-25

The Delhi government allocated Rs 16,396 crore for education in its budget for fiscal year 2024-25 announced on Monday. Presenting the budget in the Delhi Assembly, Finance Minister Atishi said the priority of the state government is to focus on providing quality education to the residents of the city. The minister highlighted that the government schools under the Kejriwal-led state government have transformed significantly. "In the last 10 years, major changes have been introduced in Delhi government schools. We doubled the budget for education in the national capital. Today we are proposing a budget of Rs 16,396 crore for education in Delhi," she said. "Before the Kejriwal government, the condition of Delhi government schools were not good. People were forced to go to private schools to study," Atishi, who also holds the education portfolio, added. Atishi said former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia had played a significant role in improving the education scenario in Delhi.

NEET MDS 2024: Exam postponement request 'under process', RTI reveals

Student Union, AISU filed an RTI to know the status of their request to postpone the NEET MDS 2024 exams. RTI's response mentions that their request is under process

SBI Apprentice Final result 2023 is out, here's how to check and download

SBI Apprentice Final Result 2023: SBI has issued the results for Apprentices Recruitment 2023. Candidates who appeared for the examination can check their results on SBI's official website

BITS Pilani launches Future-focused 'BITS Design School' in Mumbai

BITS Design School (BITSDES) will move within a 63-acre university campus in the Mumbai Metropolitan region for which Rs.1500 Crore investment is being made.

West Bengal Madhyamik Exam Date 2025 out, check official notification here

West Bengal Madhyamik Exam date has been released by WBBSE in an official notification. The exams are scheduled to take place from February 12 to 24, 2025

CUET registration 2024: Application process to begin today, check details

CUET UG 2024 registration: The CUET-UG 2024 application process may begin today or tomorrow. Interested candidates can apply through the official website, cuet.samarth.ac.in

Coaching classes example of 'status quo', not intellect: V-P Dhankhar

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday cautioned students that coaching classes are an example of "status quo" rather than true intellectual exposition and reminded them that innovation comes from thinking differently. He also said that students today must think beyond competitive examinations to get a position in the government and explore other opportunities, which are now available aplenty. Addressing the convocation ceremony of the Indira Gandhi National Open University in the national capital, Dhankhar advised the youngsters to let go of doubts and insecurities and instead use the mind as a parking place for great ideas. He emphasised the importance of cleaning the mind daily, eliminating negativity and executing good ideas without fear. Dhankhar highlighted that innovation often comes from thinking differently and challenging the status quo, such as coaching classes. He said coaching classes are a "status quo" rather than true intellectual exposition or temples of ...

RRB ALP Recruitment 2024: Last date to apply for 5696 posts, check details

Today is the last day to apply for 5696 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot. Candidates who are interested in applying can visit the official website, https://www.recruitmentrrb.in

MICAT Phase 2 result 2024 announced at mica.ac.in, details inside

The Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad (MICA) on Monday announced the MICAT phase 2 results at mica.ac.in. To access, an applicant needs to enter their application number/Login ID and passwor