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 While Donald Trump ’s administration has reportedly ordered an enhanced vetting of H-1B visa applicants for highly skilled workers, a hoarding by a US-based artificial intelligence recruitment firm has grabbed eyeballs at IIT- Delhi . The hoardings have lines like “We still sponsor H-one-Bs” and “One hundred thousand dollars isn’t going to stop us from hiring the best”. The campaign comes at a time when many students are worried about stricter US visa norms that many experts believe would impact the placements. In September, the US government announced an increase in the fees for new applications for H1-B visas to $100. Many aspiring candidates fear that stricter visa norms may reduce their opportunities, as companies would invest in those with experience rather than a fresher. However, for many students in the middle of a their placement season, the hoardings seem to have struck a chord and gave relief. Rohan Gupta, a BTech student at IIT-Delhi, said the ads felt encouraging. “I saw the post on social media… It was very good marketing. It gave us an assurance that companies still believe in Indian students, even if visa rules become stricter,” Gupta said. Read | OPT hope, H1B hurdles: Indian students in US grapple with changing visa rules Another student from the institute, Priya, said the viral post shows how much Indian talent is valued abroad. “People everywhere know how strong Indian students are when it comes to tech and AI. So, seeing a company openly say it will keep sponsoring visas really feels comforting,” she said. For those from middle-class or lower-middle-class families, the fear of missing out on global exposure due to high visa fees is real, the students claimed. Read | Will the H-1B visa rule impact upcoming placement season in engineering and management colleges? Arjun, a BTech student at ITT-Delhi, said overseas opportunities offer a kind of learning that is hard to match. “We want to work in India for sure. But the exposure one gets abroad, in

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Response: While Donald Trump ’s administration has reportedly ordered an enhanced vetting of H-1B visa applicants for highly skilled workers, a hoarding by a US-based artificial intelligence recruitment firm has grabbed eyeballs at IIT- Delhi . The hoardings have lines like “We still sponsor H-one-Bs” and “One hundred thousand dollars isn’t going to stop us from hiring the best”. The campaign comes at a time when many students are worried about stricter US visa norms that many experts believe would impact the placements. In September, the US government announced an increase in the fees for new applications for H1-B visas to $100. Many aspiring candidates fear that stricter visa norms may reduce their opportunities, as companies would invest in those with experience rather than a fresher. However, for many students in the middle of a their placement season, the hoardings seem to have struck a chord and gave relief. Rohan Gupta, a BTech student at IIT-Delhi, said the ads felt encouraging. “I saw the post on social media… It was very good marketing. It gave us an assurance that companies still believe in Indian students, even if visa rules become stricter,” Gupta said. Read | OPT hope, H1B hurdles: Indian students in US grapple with changing visa rules Another student from the institute, Priya, said the viral post shows how much Indian talent is valued abroad. “People everywhere know how strong Indian students are when it comes to tech and AI. So, seeing a company openly say it will keep sponsoring visas really feels comforting,” she said. For those from middle-class or lower-middle-class families, the fear of missing out on global exposure due to high visa fees is real, the students claimed. Read | Will the H-1B visa rule impact upcoming placement season in engineering and management colleges? Arjun, a BTech student at ITT-Delhi, said overseas opportunities offer a kind of learning that is hard to match. “We want to work in India for sure. But the exposure one gets abroad, in


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TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2025: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has issued a second supplement to the Integrated Civil Services Examination – Batch IV 2025, announcing 645 additional vacancies. This brings the total number of posts to 5,307, significantly expanding opportunities for aspirants seeking government jobs in the state. The initial notification, released on April 25, 2025, had listed 3,935 vacancies across roles such as Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, Stenographer, and Forest Guard. A first supplement on September 26, 2025, had already added 727 posts before this latest update. The rise in vacancies this year is particularly significant. On average, the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) filled around 3,560 posts per financial year in 2022 and 2024, excluding Forest Guard positions. In contrast, the 2025 notifications reflect an increase of 1,541 vacancies. On the other side, the Commission has released the annual exam calendar for the 2026 academic session, announcing the schedule for major recruitment exams, including Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A and Group 4. The Group 1 notification will be released on June 23, 2026, with the preliminary exam scheduled for September 6, 2026. For Groups 2 and 2A, the notification will be issued on August 11, 2026, and the preliminary exam will take place on October 25, 2026. Meanwhile, the Group 4 notification is set for October 6, 2026, and the exam will be conducted on December 20, 2026. Also, the Commission has announced the Group 4 marks for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group-IV Services) 2025 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the 3,935 posts, including Junior Assistant and Village Administrative Officer, can check their scores online. Those shortlisted in the written exam will proceed to the Certificate Verification round, scheduled from December 8 to 18, 2025. Applicants who successfully registered for these posts can also do

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Response: TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2025: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has issued a second supplement to the Integrated Civil Services Examination – Batch IV 2025, announcing 645 additional vacancies. This brings the total number of posts to 5,307, significantly expanding opportunities for aspirants seeking government jobs in the state. The initial notification, released on April 25, 2025, had listed 3,935 vacancies across roles such as Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, Stenographer, and Forest Guard. A first supplement on September 26, 2025, had already added 727 posts before this latest update. The rise in vacancies this year is particularly significant. On average, the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) filled around 3,560 posts per financial year in 2022 and 2024, excluding Forest Guard positions. In contrast, the 2025 notifications reflect an increase of 1,541 vacancies. On the other side, the Commission has released the annual exam calendar for the 2026 academic session, announcing the schedule for major recruitment exams, including Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A and Group 4. The Group 1 notification will be released on June 23, 2026, with the preliminary exam scheduled for September 6, 2026. For Groups 2 and 2A, the notification will be issued on August 11, 2026, and the preliminary exam will take place on October 25, 2026. Meanwhile, the Group 4 notification is set for October 6, 2026, and the exam will be conducted on December 20, 2026. Also, the Commission has announced the Group 4 marks for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group-IV Services) 2025 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the 3,935 posts, including Junior Assistant and Village Administrative Officer, can check their scores online. Those shortlisted in the written exam will proceed to the Certificate Verification round, scheduled from December 8 to 18, 2025. Applicants who successfully registered for these posts can also do


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AIBE 20 Answer Keys Out: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has released the answer key for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 20 . Candidates who appeared for the exam on November 30 (1 pm to 4 pm) can download the provisional answer key from the official website, allindiabarexamination.com. BCI has also opened an objection window, allowing candidates to raise challenges until 11:59 pm on December 10 by paying a fee of Rs 1,000 per objection. Using the provisional key, candidates can estimate their scores by awarding themselves one mark for each correct response, with no negative marking applicable. AIBE serves as a mandatory certification exam for law graduates aiming to practice in Indian courts. Also Read | LLB vs BA LLB: Know the differences in course structure, career implications and more Step 1: Visit the BCI official website – allindiabarexamination.com Step 2: On the homepage, click on the answer key. Step 3: Enter the login credentials. Step 4: The final answer key will appear on the screen. Step 5: Download and save it for further reference. Subject experts will review the objections raised by candidates, and if any corrections are required, the Bar Council of India (BCI) will publish the final answer key for AIBE 2025. The AIBE 20 results will then be compiled and declared on the basis of this final key Candidates who belong to the unreserved (UR) and other backward classes (OBC) categories need to obtain a minimum of 45 per cent marks, while those who are scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) categories should secure at least 40 per cent to clear the exam. The 100 marks examination covers various aspects of the law, like: Constitutional law, Indian Penal Code, intellectual property, Evidence Act, Family Law, Administration Law, Cyber Law, Law related to Taxation, Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act, Land Acquisition Act, among others.  Pakistan's T20 captain Salman Ali Agha expects minimal changes in the squ

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Response: AIBE 20 Answer Keys Out: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has released the answer key for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 20 . Candidates who appeared for the exam on November 30 (1 pm to 4 pm) can download the provisional answer key from the official website, allindiabarexamination.com. BCI has also opened an objection window, allowing candidates to raise challenges until 11:59 pm on December 10 by paying a fee of Rs 1,000 per objection. Using the provisional key, candidates can estimate their scores by awarding themselves one mark for each correct response, with no negative marking applicable. AIBE serves as a mandatory certification exam for law graduates aiming to practice in Indian courts. Also Read | LLB vs BA LLB: Know the differences in course structure, career implications and more Step 1: Visit the BCI official website – allindiabarexamination.com Step 2: On the homepage, click on the answer key. Step 3: Enter the login credentials. Step 4: The final answer key will appear on the screen. Step 5: Download and save it for further reference. Subject experts will review the objections raised by candidates, and if any corrections are required, the Bar Council of India (BCI) will publish the final answer key for AIBE 2025. The AIBE 20 results will then be compiled and declared on the basis of this final key Candidates who belong to the unreserved (UR) and other backward classes (OBC) categories need to obtain a minimum of 45 per cent marks, while those who are scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) categories should secure at least 40 per cent to clear the exam. The 100 marks examination covers various aspects of the law, like: Constitutional law, Indian Penal Code, intellectual property, Evidence Act, Family Law, Administration Law, Cyber Law, Law related to Taxation, Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act, Land Acquisition Act, among others.  Pakistan's T20 captain Salman Ali Agha expects minimal changes in the squ


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Dr. Saurabh Kumar One question every JEE aspirant taking JEE Main 2026 asks: How well will you perform on the test tomorrow? How you answer this question will help determine whether you gain admission to an NIT , IIIT , GFTI , or go on to qualify for JEE Advanced. With increasing competition from previous years and changes in cut-off scores year to year, understanding the definition of a good score for JEE is essential to help guide you in setting the proper benchmark to prepare for the test. Students generally talk about the number of marks achieved out of a total of 300; however, the National Testing Agency does not use raw scores when calculating a student’s score (where a student places) for the JEE Main. Instead, a percentile (0 – 100) is assigned for each of the sessions held on the test day. The best NTA percentile from all your attempts will be considered in determining your rank. Also Read | IIT Delhi BTech Placement Trends: Top-packages, companies Tests vary in difficulty with each session (so scores are not the same). Two students who score differently on the same exam can have the same percentile and therefore the same rank. Colleges determine your admission to a college and branch as well as rank using solely your percentile (raw marks are not included). Therefore, the percentile will always be viewed as the best benchmark for determining a good score on the JEE Main examination. Also Read| Is NCERT enough for preparation? Examination cut-off scores provide an idea of how tough the examination is, like the competition. We can consider a glance at 2023’s cut-off score of JEE Advanced for candidates from the General (UR) category: Approximately 88.41 percentile in 2022 Approximately 90.77 percentile in 2023 Approximately 93.23th percentile (maximum of five years) in 2024 Approximately the 93.10th percentile in 2025 Cut-off scores are steadily increasing. As such, the growth rate of both competition and participation in JEE Advanced has increased steadily.

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Response: Dr. Saurabh Kumar One question every JEE aspirant taking JEE Main 2026 asks: How well will you perform on the test tomorrow? How you answer this question will help determine whether you gain admission to an NIT , IIIT , GFTI , or go on to qualify for JEE Advanced. With increasing competition from previous years and changes in cut-off scores year to year, understanding the definition of a good score for JEE is essential to help guide you in setting the proper benchmark to prepare for the test. Students generally talk about the number of marks achieved out of a total of 300; however, the National Testing Agency does not use raw scores when calculating a student’s score (where a student places) for the JEE Main. Instead, a percentile (0 – 100) is assigned for each of the sessions held on the test day. The best NTA percentile from all your attempts will be considered in determining your rank. Also Read | IIT Delhi BTech Placement Trends: Top-packages, companies Tests vary in difficulty with each session (so scores are not the same). Two students who score differently on the same exam can have the same percentile and therefore the same rank. Colleges determine your admission to a college and branch as well as rank using solely your percentile (raw marks are not included). Therefore, the percentile will always be viewed as the best benchmark for determining a good score on the JEE Main examination. Also Read| Is NCERT enough for preparation? Examination cut-off scores provide an idea of how tough the examination is, like the competition. We can consider a glance at 2023’s cut-off score of JEE Advanced for candidates from the General (UR) category: Approximately 88.41 percentile in 2022 Approximately 90.77 percentile in 2023 Approximately 93.23th percentile (maximum of five years) in 2024 Approximately the 93.10th percentile in 2025 Cut-off scores are steadily increasing. As such, the growth rate of both competition and participation in JEE Advanced has increased steadily.


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As many as 72,218 foreign students from nearly 200 countries are currently enrolled in Indian higher education institutions, the government informed the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. Replying to supplementary questions during Question Hour, Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar said the Union government has sanctioned ₹6,198.99 crore to eight public institutions under the World Class Institutions scheme, introduced to support institutions selected for the Institution of Eminence (IoE) status. Majumdar highlighted a “significant rise in the global visibility of Indian higher education institutions,” noting that 54 institutions have secured a position in the QS World University Rankings (QS WUR) 2026. This marks a substantial jump from 11 institutions in 2014–15, when the current government assumed office. “This is India’s highest-ever representation in the QS rankings,” he said. The minister said India’s foreign student community is diverse, with enrolments spanning a wide range of academic disciplines. “India has around 72,218 foreign students. They are from 200 countries studying different courses,” he noted, adding that the government is taking several steps to enhance collaboration with foreign universities and attract more international students. Providing further details, Majumdar said the World Class Institutions scheme was launched to identify 10 public and 10 private higher education institutions and develop them into globally competitive teaching and research hubs. So far, 12 institutions have been notified as IoEs — eight from the public sector and four from the private sector. Read | 80% leave UK amid tightening immigration rules, Indian students form biggest group: Govt data “Only public institutions receive financial support under the scheme. An amount of approximately ₹6,198.99 crore has been sanctioned for the eight public IoEs since the scheme’s inception,” he added. The Ministry of Education said the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has p

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Response: As many as 72,218 foreign students from nearly 200 countries are currently enrolled in Indian higher education institutions, the government informed the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. Replying to supplementary questions during Question Hour, Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar said the Union government has sanctioned ₹6,198.99 crore to eight public institutions under the World Class Institutions scheme, introduced to support institutions selected for the Institution of Eminence (IoE) status. Majumdar highlighted a “significant rise in the global visibility of Indian higher education institutions,” noting that 54 institutions have secured a position in the QS World University Rankings (QS WUR) 2026. This marks a substantial jump from 11 institutions in 2014–15, when the current government assumed office. “This is India’s highest-ever representation in the QS rankings,” he said. The minister said India’s foreign student community is diverse, with enrolments spanning a wide range of academic disciplines. “India has around 72,218 foreign students. They are from 200 countries studying different courses,” he noted, adding that the government is taking several steps to enhance collaboration with foreign universities and attract more international students. Providing further details, Majumdar said the World Class Institutions scheme was launched to identify 10 public and 10 private higher education institutions and develop them into globally competitive teaching and research hubs. So far, 12 institutions have been notified as IoEs — eight from the public sector and four from the private sector. Read | 80% leave UK amid tightening immigration rules, Indian students form biggest group: Govt data “Only public institutions receive financial support under the scheme. An amount of approximately ₹6,198.99 crore has been sanctioned for the eight public IoEs since the scheme’s inception,” he added. The Ministry of Education said the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has p


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Odisha CHSE Time Table 2026: The Council of Higher Secondary Education ( CHSE ), Odisha announced the exam schedule for the 2026 Class 12 board examinations on December 3. As per the notification, the Odisha Class 12 exams will be held from February 18 to March 21, 2026, in offline mode. The detailed subject-wise timetable is published and is available on the official website at chseodisha.nic.in . The timetable includes the complete list of exam dates, subject names, and key instructions for students appearing in the Odisha Class 12 examinations . Altogether 4,00,736 students have registered for the 2026 examinations. Of them, 2,56,042 will appear in the Arts stream, 1,14,238 in the Science stream, 24,533 in Commerce, and 5,923 in the Vocational stream, Das said. BFC – Accountancy BFC – Physics Commerce Vocational BFC – Business Studies & Management (BSM) BFC – Chemistry Visual Art Fashion Technology Paramedical and Health Care Office Management Banking Information Technology Dairying Horticulture Electrical Domestic Appliances MIL Odia MIL Hindi MIL Bengali MIL Telgu MIL Urdu MIL Sanskrit MIL Alternative English Commerce Vocational BFC – Mathematics (M) Commerce History (HIS) Business Studies & Management (BSM) Vocational English (E) Multi Skilling – Food Processing Tourism & Hospitality Agriculture Plumber Automotive Electronics & Hardware Retail Construction Beauty & Wellness Commerce Business Mathematics & Statistics Vocational Biology (Section-B) Zoology All Vocational Stream Trade Subjects (Paper-III) Bengali Telugu Urdu Sanskrit Alternative English Psychology Education Arts Vocational Home Science BFC – Economics Arts Commerce Personnel Management Cost Accounting Business Economics Fundamentals of Management Accounting Computer Application Science Computer Science Bio Technology Electronics Arts/ Science Hindi Bengali Telugu Urdu Sanskrit/ Elective Sanskrit Arts Vocational Anthropology Sociology Biology Commerce Vocational Accountancy All Vocational Stream T

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Response: Odisha CHSE Time Table 2026: The Council of Higher Secondary Education ( CHSE ), Odisha announced the exam schedule for the 2026 Class 12 board examinations on December 3. As per the notification, the Odisha Class 12 exams will be held from February 18 to March 21, 2026, in offline mode. The detailed subject-wise timetable is published and is available on the official website at chseodisha.nic.in . The timetable includes the complete list of exam dates, subject names, and key instructions for students appearing in the Odisha Class 12 examinations . Altogether 4,00,736 students have registered for the 2026 examinations. Of them, 2,56,042 will appear in the Arts stream, 1,14,238 in the Science stream, 24,533 in Commerce, and 5,923 in the Vocational stream, Das said. BFC – Accountancy BFC – Physics Commerce Vocational BFC – Business Studies & Management (BSM) BFC – Chemistry Visual Art Fashion Technology Paramedical and Health Care Office Management Banking Information Technology Dairying Horticulture Electrical Domestic Appliances MIL Odia MIL Hindi MIL Bengali MIL Telgu MIL Urdu MIL Sanskrit MIL Alternative English Commerce Vocational BFC – Mathematics (M) Commerce History (HIS) Business Studies & Management (BSM) Vocational English (E) Multi Skilling – Food Processing Tourism & Hospitality Agriculture Plumber Automotive Electronics & Hardware Retail Construction Beauty & Wellness Commerce Business Mathematics & Statistics Vocational Biology (Section-B) Zoology All Vocational Stream Trade Subjects (Paper-III) Bengali Telugu Urdu Sanskrit Alternative English Psychology Education Arts Vocational Home Science BFC – Economics Arts Commerce Personnel Management Cost Accounting Business Economics Fundamentals of Management Accounting Computer Application Science Computer Science Bio Technology Electronics Arts/ Science Hindi Bengali Telugu Urdu Sanskrit/ Elective Sanskrit Arts Vocational Anthropology Sociology Biology Commerce Vocational Accountancy All Vocational Stream T


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Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026: The Delhi government has notified the full schedule and guidelines for Nursery, KG, and Class 1 admissions for the 2026–27 academic session, with all details released during the latest Delhi Directorate of Education (DoE) circular . The admission cycle will begin on December 4, and schools have also been directed to strictly adhere to the notified timeline, without any deviation. The announcement comes in continuation of the age-restructuring process that began with the introduction of the Foundational Stage under the National Education Policy (NEP). As earlier reported by The Indian Express , Delhi had already moved to realign Nursery, KG, and Class 1 age requirements starting 2025 onwards , bringing all entry-level classes in line with national recommendations. The 2026–27 academic year continues that alignment with no further changes from what was earlier announced. According to the DoE, the following minimum and maximum ages (as on 31 March 2026) will apply across all private unaided recognised schools: –Nursery (Balvatika 1/Pre-School 1): 3+ years up to 4 years –KG (Balvatika 2/Pre-Primary/Pre-School 2): 4+ years up to 5 years –Class 1: 5+ years up to 6 years The DoE has clarified that children admitted to Nursery in 2025–26 will automatically move to KG in 2026–27, and those in KG in 2025–26 will move to Class 1. Admissions to Nursery for 2026–27 will therefore apply strictly to children who have completed three years but not completed four years by March 31, 2026. The circular reiterates that these rules are being enforced exactly as detailed in the DoE’s order dated October 24, 2025, which had first operationalised the NEP-aligned foundational stage structuring. The DoE has released the full timeline for uploading criteria, issuing forms, declarations of lists, grievance windows and closure of the admission cycle. Each private unaided school is required to upload: –Admission criteria –Points assigned to each criterion –Names of

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Response: Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026: The Delhi government has notified the full schedule and guidelines for Nursery, KG, and Class 1 admissions for the 2026–27 academic session, with all details released during the latest Delhi Directorate of Education (DoE) circular . The admission cycle will begin on December 4, and schools have also been directed to strictly adhere to the notified timeline, without any deviation. The announcement comes in continuation of the age-restructuring process that began with the introduction of the Foundational Stage under the National Education Policy (NEP). As earlier reported by The Indian Express , Delhi had already moved to realign Nursery, KG, and Class 1 age requirements starting 2025 onwards , bringing all entry-level classes in line with national recommendations. The 2026–27 academic year continues that alignment with no further changes from what was earlier announced. According to the DoE, the following minimum and maximum ages (as on 31 March 2026) will apply across all private unaided recognised schools: –Nursery (Balvatika 1/Pre-School 1): 3+ years up to 4 years –KG (Balvatika 2/Pre-Primary/Pre-School 2): 4+ years up to 5 years –Class 1: 5+ years up to 6 years The DoE has clarified that children admitted to Nursery in 2025–26 will automatically move to KG in 2026–27, and those in KG in 2025–26 will move to Class 1. Admissions to Nursery for 2026–27 will therefore apply strictly to children who have completed three years but not completed four years by March 31, 2026. The circular reiterates that these rules are being enforced exactly as detailed in the DoE’s order dated October 24, 2025, which had first operationalised the NEP-aligned foundational stage structuring. The DoE has released the full timeline for uploading criteria, issuing forms, declarations of lists, grievance windows and closure of the admission cycle. Each private unaided school is required to upload: –Admission criteria –Points assigned to each criterion –Names of


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The placement season at the Indian Institutes of Technology across India has begun, and, according to IIT Kanpur, its students received 672 job offers on December 1, the highest day 1 tally to date. In their ongoing 2025–26 campus placement, IIT-Kanpur has registered a 16% increase over last year’s day-1 placements. With some results still pending, the count is expected to rise further. These include Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), reflecting a significant 20% rise in placements compared to the previous season. As per a statement by IITs, PPOs played a major role with 253 offers recorded, marking a strong 27% increase over the last year. Moreover, nine students secured overseas offers. Read | IIT Bombay was mentored by Soviet Union, alumnus gave Rupee symbol – institute’s legacy, repute and history Over 250 companies have shown interest in hiring IITK students this year, including Accenture, BlackRock, HSBC, SAP, Airbus, PwC, Navi, Qualcomm, and Deutsche Bank, among others. As per an RTI filed by The Indian Express , 19 of the 23 IITs show that three-fourths of them have seen an increase in the percentage of students placed in 2024-25 compared to the previous year, when there had been a sharp slump in placements across most IITs. This included IIT Kanpur. Despite the increase in the placement, numbers for 2024-25 are still below the 2021-22 level across all 19 IITs. Meanwhile, in case a student aspires to study in this premier institute, they can apply for scholarship. One of which is students securing an All India Rank (AIR) under 100 in JEE Advanced are eligible for the Bright Minds Scholarship. Each recipient is given Rs 3 lakh annually, covering the full cost of undergraduate education at IIT Kanpur, ensuring that top-performing students can pursue their studies without financial constraints. In the QS Sustainability rankings 2026, of the top 10 Indian institutions in the rankings, seven have seen their rankings drop this year compared to the previous edition. This

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Response: The placement season at the Indian Institutes of Technology across India has begun, and, according to IIT Kanpur, its students received 672 job offers on December 1, the highest day 1 tally to date. In their ongoing 2025–26 campus placement, IIT-Kanpur has registered a 16% increase over last year’s day-1 placements. With some results still pending, the count is expected to rise further. These include Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), reflecting a significant 20% rise in placements compared to the previous season. As per a statement by IITs, PPOs played a major role with 253 offers recorded, marking a strong 27% increase over the last year. Moreover, nine students secured overseas offers. Read | IIT Bombay was mentored by Soviet Union, alumnus gave Rupee symbol – institute’s legacy, repute and history Over 250 companies have shown interest in hiring IITK students this year, including Accenture, BlackRock, HSBC, SAP, Airbus, PwC, Navi, Qualcomm, and Deutsche Bank, among others. As per an RTI filed by The Indian Express , 19 of the 23 IITs show that three-fourths of them have seen an increase in the percentage of students placed in 2024-25 compared to the previous year, when there had been a sharp slump in placements across most IITs. This included IIT Kanpur. Despite the increase in the placement, numbers for 2024-25 are still below the 2021-22 level across all 19 IITs. Meanwhile, in case a student aspires to study in this premier institute, they can apply for scholarship. One of which is students securing an All India Rank (AIR) under 100 in JEE Advanced are eligible for the Bright Minds Scholarship. Each recipient is given Rs 3 lakh annually, covering the full cost of undergraduate education at IIT Kanpur, ensuring that top-performing students can pursue their studies without financial constraints. In the QS Sustainability rankings 2026, of the top 10 Indian institutions in the rankings, seven have seen their rankings drop this year compared to the previous edition. This


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When IIT Bombay opened its doors in March of 1958, funded not in dollars or pounds but in Soviet Roubles, few could have imagined that the institute would one day be the birthplace from where the symbol of the Indian rupee ‘₹’ (Ra) would come, from its PhD scholar D Udaya Kumar. The Maharashtra government recently renewing its efforts to officially rename IIT Bombay as IIT ‘ Mumbai ’, has renewed the debate beyond a mere change of signage. It reaches into history, of the institute, of the city, and of how names become repositories of identity and legacy. According to the institute’s own archival notes, IIT Bombay was set up in 1958 as the second IIT in India, after IIT Kharagpur in Bengal, and the first to receive foreign assistance, with UNESCO arranging funds provided by the Soviet Union. With the newly independent nation investing in scientific capacity-building, the first cohort of just 100 students began classes in Worli, even as the Powai campus was still under construction. The 1961 Institutes of Technology Act declared all IITs as Institutes of National Importance. Over the decades, IIT Bombay expanded steadily with new departments, advanced research centres, interdisciplinary labs, incubators, and a postgraduate ecosystem that would produce thousands of researchers. But the rise of IIT Bombay was also inseparable from the city that housed it, a city whose own history of names reflects centuries of shifting rule, culture, and political imagination. Long before its colonial-era name, the region now called Mumbai finds mention as early as 250 BCE in Greek sources. As per government historical accounts stated in Mumbai City’s official government history page, available at mumbaicity.gov.in , the island cluster formed part of Emperor Ashoka’s Mauryan empire and later came under the Shilahara dynasty till 1343 CE. The city’s indigenous identity draws from Mumba Devi, the patron deity of the Koli fishing community. “Mumbai” combines ‘Mumba’ (the Mother goddess) an

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Response: When IIT Bombay opened its doors in March of 1958, funded not in dollars or pounds but in Soviet Roubles, few could have imagined that the institute would one day be the birthplace from where the symbol of the Indian rupee ‘₹’ (Ra) would come, from its PhD scholar D Udaya Kumar. The Maharashtra government recently renewing its efforts to officially rename IIT Bombay as IIT ‘ Mumbai ’, has renewed the debate beyond a mere change of signage. It reaches into history, of the institute, of the city, and of how names become repositories of identity and legacy. According to the institute’s own archival notes, IIT Bombay was set up in 1958 as the second IIT in India, after IIT Kharagpur in Bengal, and the first to receive foreign assistance, with UNESCO arranging funds provided by the Soviet Union. With the newly independent nation investing in scientific capacity-building, the first cohort of just 100 students began classes in Worli, even as the Powai campus was still under construction. The 1961 Institutes of Technology Act declared all IITs as Institutes of National Importance. Over the decades, IIT Bombay expanded steadily with new departments, advanced research centres, interdisciplinary labs, incubators, and a postgraduate ecosystem that would produce thousands of researchers. But the rise of IIT Bombay was also inseparable from the city that housed it, a city whose own history of names reflects centuries of shifting rule, culture, and political imagination. Long before its colonial-era name, the region now called Mumbai finds mention as early as 250 BCE in Greek sources. As per government historical accounts stated in Mumbai City’s official government history page, available at mumbaicity.gov.in , the island cluster formed part of Emperor Ashoka’s Mauryan empire and later came under the Shilahara dynasty till 1343 CE. The city’s indigenous identity draws from Mumba Devi, the patron deity of the Koli fishing community. “Mumbai” combines ‘Mumba’ (the Mother goddess) an


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The union government has set up 118 medical colleges in the country in the last two years. The Union health ministry informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, during the ongoing Winter session of Parliament. Responding to a question by MP Anupriya Patel, the ministry shared the details in a written reply, stating that 74 medical colleges were approved in AY 2024–25 and 44 in AY 2025–26, based on National Medical Commission (NMC) approvals. The reply also included the state-wise distribution of these colleges. Uttar Pradesh saw the highest number of new colleges across the two years, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan. The reply further stated that the expansion of medical infrastructure is part of the government’s ongoing effort to increase the availability of medical education and healthcare services. (Source: Rajya Sabha UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 268, Answered on December 2, 2025) In a separate written reply, Union Health Minister J P Nadda informed the House that India’s doctor-population ratio is currently estimated at 1:811, assuming that 80 per cent of registered practitioners in both allopathic and AYUSH systems are available. India has 13,88,185 registered allopathic doctors and 7,51,768 AYUSH practitioners. Nadda added that the number of medical colleges has risen from 387 to 818 since 2014, while UG seats have increased from 51,348 to 1,28,875 and PG seats from 31,185 to 82,059. The government also detailed the seat additions over the last two years. According to the response, 8,641 undergraduate seats were added in AY 2024–25 and 11,732 UG seats in AY 2025–26. Postgraduate capacity saw the addition of 4,188 PG seats in AY 2024–25 and 3,393 PG seats in AY 2025–26. Looking ahead, the government outlined its future expansion plan. On September 24, the Union Cabinet approved Phase-III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for strengthening and upgrading state and central government medical colleges and standalone PG institutes. This phase, which will run from 2025-26

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Response: The union government has set up 118 medical colleges in the country in the last two years. The Union health ministry informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, during the ongoing Winter session of Parliament. Responding to a question by MP Anupriya Patel, the ministry shared the details in a written reply, stating that 74 medical colleges were approved in AY 2024–25 and 44 in AY 2025–26, based on National Medical Commission (NMC) approvals. The reply also included the state-wise distribution of these colleges. Uttar Pradesh saw the highest number of new colleges across the two years, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan. The reply further stated that the expansion of medical infrastructure is part of the government’s ongoing effort to increase the availability of medical education and healthcare services. (Source: Rajya Sabha UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 268, Answered on December 2, 2025) In a separate written reply, Union Health Minister J P Nadda informed the House that India’s doctor-population ratio is currently estimated at 1:811, assuming that 80 per cent of registered practitioners in both allopathic and AYUSH systems are available. India has 13,88,185 registered allopathic doctors and 7,51,768 AYUSH practitioners. Nadda added that the number of medical colleges has risen from 387 to 818 since 2014, while UG seats have increased from 51,348 to 1,28,875 and PG seats from 31,185 to 82,059. The government also detailed the seat additions over the last two years. According to the response, 8,641 undergraduate seats were added in AY 2024–25 and 11,732 UG seats in AY 2025–26. Postgraduate capacity saw the addition of 4,188 PG seats in AY 2024–25 and 3,393 PG seats in AY 2025–26. Looking ahead, the government outlined its future expansion plan. On September 24, the Union Cabinet approved Phase-III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for strengthening and upgrading state and central government medical colleges and standalone PG institutes. This phase, which will run from 2025-26


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Offline classes for students up to Class 5 resumed this week across Delhi-NCR after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) lifted Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-3 restrictions. The move came after a marginal improvement in Delhi’s air quality, though the AQI has continued to oscillate between the “poor” and “very poor” categories. Parents and students said the reopening has brought back routine but not relief. Many expressed unease about children commuting and sitting in classrooms amid what they describe as “visible pollution”. “The AQI may have improved on paper, but the air still smells toxic. My son starts coughing the moment he steps out. I’m not fully convinced schools should have reopened so quickly,” said Mamta Agrawal, a parent from Noida. Others felt academic continuity needed priority. “Children can’t keep shifting between online and offline modes. My daughter’s focus breaks every time this happens,” said Yogendra Yadav, a parent from East Delhi . Read | CBSE Board Exams 2025: Practical exams marks to be uploaded on same-day; check detailed SOPs here Teachers voiced concerns about classroom ventilation and preparedness. “Not all schools have air purifiers, and younger students often either forget masks or are not comfortable using them. We worry about prolonged exposure,” said Sumit Parashar, a government school teacher in North Delhi. “It’s definitely challenging for us as teachers. Online classes demand that we constantly work to keep students focused on a screen, and that itself is tiring. Now that offline classes are resuming, we have to divide our attention between students sitting in front of us and those who may still be joining remotely. Managing both formats together affects the pace of teaching, and it becomes difficult to ensure every child is engaged and learning equally,” said the Delhi government school teacher. A working mother from Delhi, Ginni Bhandari, echoed the sentiment. “I was sending my daughter (who is in Class

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Response: Offline classes for students up to Class 5 resumed this week across Delhi-NCR after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) lifted Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-3 restrictions. The move came after a marginal improvement in Delhi’s air quality, though the AQI has continued to oscillate between the “poor” and “very poor” categories. Parents and students said the reopening has brought back routine but not relief. Many expressed unease about children commuting and sitting in classrooms amid what they describe as “visible pollution”. “The AQI may have improved on paper, but the air still smells toxic. My son starts coughing the moment he steps out. I’m not fully convinced schools should have reopened so quickly,” said Mamta Agrawal, a parent from Noida. Others felt academic continuity needed priority. “Children can’t keep shifting between online and offline modes. My daughter’s focus breaks every time this happens,” said Yogendra Yadav, a parent from East Delhi . Read | CBSE Board Exams 2025: Practical exams marks to be uploaded on same-day; check detailed SOPs here Teachers voiced concerns about classroom ventilation and preparedness. “Not all schools have air purifiers, and younger students often either forget masks or are not comfortable using them. We worry about prolonged exposure,” said Sumit Parashar, a government school teacher in North Delhi. “It’s definitely challenging for us as teachers. Online classes demand that we constantly work to keep students focused on a screen, and that itself is tiring. Now that offline classes are resuming, we have to divide our attention between students sitting in front of us and those who may still be joining remotely. Managing both formats together affects the pace of teaching, and it becomes difficult to ensure every child is engaged and learning equally,” said the Delhi government school teacher. A working mother from Delhi, Ginni Bhandari, echoed the sentiment. “I was sending my daughter (who is in Class


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SBI SO Recruitment 2025 Registration: The State Bank of India ( SBI ) has issued the SBI Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2025 notification. Applications are currently underway, and candidates can apply until December 23. In order to apply, eligible candidates are required to register on the recruitment portal of SBI at sbi.bank.in/careers . The Specialist Officer roles under the SBI SO 2025 recruitment will be filled on a five-year contractual appointment. After the completion of this period, the bank may extend the contract for up to four additional years, depending on performance and any renewal conditions laid down by SBI. The available positions are of VP Wealth, AVP Wealth, and Customer Relations Executive, with a total of 996 posts across these. Step 1: Visit the SBI recruitment portal at sbi.bank.in Step 2: Find and read the SBI SO Recruitment 2025 notification to understand eligibility and vacancy distribution Step 3: Register on the portal by entering personal details to generate login credentials Step 4: Complete the application form by providing educational and professional information Step 5: Upload the required documents, pay the applicable fee, and submit the form before December 23, 2025 The recruitment process for SBI Specialist Officers in 2025 consists of two stages. First, applicants will be shortlisted based on the information they provide, including their academic background, relevant work experience and overall suitability for the post. Candidates who clear this stage will be invited for a personal interview, during which their professional competence, subject knowledge and role fit will be evaluated.  Pakistan's T20 captain Salman Ali Agha expects minimal changes in the squad for the 2021 T20 World Cup. The team has seen progress with players assigned specific roles, such as Abdul Samad, Babar Azam, Usman Khan, and Naseem Shah. Limited matches before the World Cup make it challenging for changes, but allrounder Shadab Khan may return.

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Response: SBI SO Recruitment 2025 Registration: The State Bank of India ( SBI ) has issued the SBI Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2025 notification. Applications are currently underway, and candidates can apply until December 23. In order to apply, eligible candidates are required to register on the recruitment portal of SBI at sbi.bank.in/careers . The Specialist Officer roles under the SBI SO 2025 recruitment will be filled on a five-year contractual appointment. After the completion of this period, the bank may extend the contract for up to four additional years, depending on performance and any renewal conditions laid down by SBI. The available positions are of VP Wealth, AVP Wealth, and Customer Relations Executive, with a total of 996 posts across these. Step 1: Visit the SBI recruitment portal at sbi.bank.in Step 2: Find and read the SBI SO Recruitment 2025 notification to understand eligibility and vacancy distribution Step 3: Register on the portal by entering personal details to generate login credentials Step 4: Complete the application form by providing educational and professional information Step 5: Upload the required documents, pay the applicable fee, and submit the form before December 23, 2025 The recruitment process for SBI Specialist Officers in 2025 consists of two stages. First, applicants will be shortlisted based on the information they provide, including their academic background, relevant work experience and overall suitability for the post. Candidates who clear this stage will be invited for a personal interview, during which their professional competence, subject knowledge and role fit will be evaluated.  Pakistan's T20 captain Salman Ali Agha expects minimal changes in the squad for the 2021 T20 World Cup. The team has seen progress with players assigned specific roles, such as Abdul Samad, Babar Azam, Usman Khan, and Naseem Shah. Limited matches before the World Cup make it challenging for changes, but allrounder Shadab Khan may return.


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AIIMS INI SS 2025 Results Out: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has announced the results of the Institute of National Importance Super-Speciality (INI-SS) Entrance Test for the January 2026 session. Candidates who sat for the exam on November 22, 2025, can view the roll number–wise list of provisionally qualified candidates on the official AIIMS examination portal–aiimsexams.ac.in. As per the notification, the results include candidates who have cleared Stage I of the INI-SS examination. These candidates are eligible to seek admission to DM/MCh programmes at AIIMS New Delhi , established AIIMS campuses, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) Puducherry , Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh , National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) Bengaluru , and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) Trivandrum. AIIMS has issued the results in PDF format, which candidates can download directly without requiring login credentials. The document provides details, including each candidate’s roll number, the category under which they applied, and their qualification status. Candidates are advised to carefully verify this information to confirm their eligibility for the next stage of admission. Following the announcement of the results, AIIMS Delhi will oversee the counselling process for qualified candidates. Those eligible must first register for counselling and then submit their preferences for the available super-speciality seats. Final seat allotment will be determined based on the merit list and the choices entered by candidates. For the January 2026 academic session, AIIMS will hold three rounds of counselling to allocate super-speciality seats across leading institutions, including AIIMS, PGIMER, NIMHANS, and SCTIMST. Candidates are advised to frequently check the official website for the latest updates regarding counselli

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Response: AIIMS INI SS 2025 Results Out: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has announced the results of the Institute of National Importance Super-Speciality (INI-SS) Entrance Test for the January 2026 session. Candidates who sat for the exam on November 22, 2025, can view the roll number–wise list of provisionally qualified candidates on the official AIIMS examination portal–aiimsexams.ac.in. As per the notification, the results include candidates who have cleared Stage I of the INI-SS examination. These candidates are eligible to seek admission to DM/MCh programmes at AIIMS New Delhi , established AIIMS campuses, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) Puducherry , Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh , National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) Bengaluru , and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) Trivandrum. AIIMS has issued the results in PDF format, which candidates can download directly without requiring login credentials. The document provides details, including each candidate’s roll number, the category under which they applied, and their qualification status. Candidates are advised to carefully verify this information to confirm their eligibility for the next stage of admission. Following the announcement of the results, AIIMS Delhi will oversee the counselling process for qualified candidates. Those eligible must first register for counselling and then submit their preferences for the available super-speciality seats. Final seat allotment will be determined based on the merit list and the choices entered by candidates. For the January 2026 academic session, AIIMS will hold three rounds of counselling to allocate super-speciality seats across leading institutions, including AIIMS, PGIMER, NIMHANS, and SCTIMST. Candidates are advised to frequently check the official website for the latest updates regarding counselli


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The Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh, has issued the AP TET 2025 hall ticket, December 3. Candidates can download their APTET admit card from the official website at tet2dsc.apcfss.in, by entering their candidate ID and date of birth. Latest Update| AP DSE issues APTET 2025 Hall Tickets at tet2dsc.apcfss.in According to the schedule, the AP TET examination will begin on December 10, 2025, in computer-based test (CBT) mode, conducted in two shifts daily. All candidates must carry a printed copy of their hall ticket along with a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre. After downloading, candidates should carefully verify the details mentioned on the hall ticket. Any discrepancies or errors must be promptly reported to the exam conducting authority for correction. Candidates can follow these steps to download their AP TET hall tickets 2025 online. Step 1: Visit the official website – tet2dsc.apcfss.in. Step 2: Log in using credentials like ID, mobile Number or Aadhar number along with date of birth in the space provided. Step 3: Click on the submit to proceed. Step 4: Download and take a printout of the AP TET 2025 hall ticket for future use. The AP TET 2025 admit card contains all the essential information related to the examination, including details of the exam centre, schedule, and candidate particulars. It mentions the exam name, the candidate’s name, the father’s and mother’s names, registration number, and roll number. In addition, it specifies the category, gender, and date of birth of the applicant, along with the date of the AP TET 2025 exam, exam time and shift, and the name and address of the allotted exam centre. The hall ticket also provides important exam day instructions that candidates must follow to ensure the smooth conduct of the test. The AP TET examination, conducted once every year by the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, is designed to assess the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in the s

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Response: The Department of School Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh, has issued the AP TET 2025 hall ticket, December 3. Candidates can download their APTET admit card from the official website at tet2dsc.apcfss.in, by entering their candidate ID and date of birth. Latest Update| AP DSE issues APTET 2025 Hall Tickets at tet2dsc.apcfss.in According to the schedule, the AP TET examination will begin on December 10, 2025, in computer-based test (CBT) mode, conducted in two shifts daily. All candidates must carry a printed copy of their hall ticket along with a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre. After downloading, candidates should carefully verify the details mentioned on the hall ticket. Any discrepancies or errors must be promptly reported to the exam conducting authority for correction. Candidates can follow these steps to download their AP TET hall tickets 2025 online. Step 1: Visit the official website – tet2dsc.apcfss.in. Step 2: Log in using credentials like ID, mobile Number or Aadhar number along with date of birth in the space provided. Step 3: Click on the submit to proceed. Step 4: Download and take a printout of the AP TET 2025 hall ticket for future use. The AP TET 2025 admit card contains all the essential information related to the examination, including details of the exam centre, schedule, and candidate particulars. It mentions the exam name, the candidate’s name, the father’s and mother’s names, registration number, and roll number. In addition, it specifies the category, gender, and date of birth of the applicant, along with the date of the AP TET 2025 exam, exam time and shift, and the name and address of the allotted exam centre. The hall ticket also provides important exam day instructions that candidates must follow to ensure the smooth conduct of the test. The AP TET examination, conducted once every year by the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, is designed to assess the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in the s


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Indian Institute of Management Raipur (IIM Raipur) has partnered with the National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) of the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, to launch a comprehensive Business Accelerator programme. Applications for the Business Accelerator programme are open until December 15, 2025, with the programme set to begin on January 17, 2026. Also Read | CAT exam application fees rise 31% since 2021 The initiative aims to empower existing and aspiring SC/ST entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business owners by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and support essential for scaling their ventures. The new programme is designed to help participants move beyond survival and achieve sustainable, scalable growth. The programme follows a blended learning model that combines immersive on-campus sessions at IIM Raipur with engaging live online classes. It also offers 72 hours of structured instruction and 18 hours of dedicated mentoring by IIM Raipur faculty, industry leaders, and seasoned practitioners, ensuring a transformative and growth-driven learning experience for every participant. The accelerator programme is built to help participants sharpen their business models, identify high-potential markets, strengthen financial decision-making, and leverage digital tools for operational efficiency. Through concept sessions, case discussions rooted in MSME realities, hands-on exercises, and one-on-one mentoring clinics, entrepreneurs will work directly on their business challenges and develop clear 90–180 day action roadmaps. This programme, an IIM Raipur statement says, also provides participants with opportunities to explore new markets, understand government procurement processes, and build valuable networks with peers, mentors, and ecosystem partners who can support their entrepreneurial journey. To be considered eligible for this programme, applicants must be graduates aged 18 or above, with a preference extended to women participants. However, applicants with “Trad

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Response: Indian Institute of Management Raipur (IIM Raipur) has partnered with the National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) of the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, to launch a comprehensive Business Accelerator programme. Applications for the Business Accelerator programme are open until December 15, 2025, with the programme set to begin on January 17, 2026. Also Read | CAT exam application fees rise 31% since 2021 The initiative aims to empower existing and aspiring SC/ST entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business owners by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and support essential for scaling their ventures. The new programme is designed to help participants move beyond survival and achieve sustainable, scalable growth. The programme follows a blended learning model that combines immersive on-campus sessions at IIM Raipur with engaging live online classes. It also offers 72 hours of structured instruction and 18 hours of dedicated mentoring by IIM Raipur faculty, industry leaders, and seasoned practitioners, ensuring a transformative and growth-driven learning experience for every participant. The accelerator programme is built to help participants sharpen their business models, identify high-potential markets, strengthen financial decision-making, and leverage digital tools for operational efficiency. Through concept sessions, case discussions rooted in MSME realities, hands-on exercises, and one-on-one mentoring clinics, entrepreneurs will work directly on their business challenges and develop clear 90–180 day action roadmaps. This programme, an IIM Raipur statement says, also provides participants with opportunities to explore new markets, understand government procurement processes, and build valuable networks with peers, mentors, and ecosystem partners who can support their entrepreneurial journey. To be considered eligible for this programme, applicants must be graduates aged 18 or above, with a preference extended to women participants. However, applicants with “Trad


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In a setback to the state government, the Karnataka High Court has barred it from issuing any fresh recruitment notifications in an Act which had raised quotas for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. The restriction on recruitment under the Karnataka Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) (Reservation of Seats in Education Institutions and Appointments of Posts and Services under the State) Act, 2022, will remain until further orders. However, the HC bench allowed the government to continue recruitment processes already notified before November 19, 2025, even if they follow the increased reservation percentages. The court also clarified that all appointments made through these ongoing recruitments will be subject to the final outcome of the petitions challenging the law. The division bench of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C M Poonacha issued the interim order on November 27 while hearing two PILs filed by Mahendra Kumar Mitra of Raichur and Mahesh of Bengaluru . The petitions question the constitutional validity of the 2022 Act, particularly the hike in SC/ST reservation, from 15 per cent to 17 per cent for SCs and from 3 per cent to 7 per cent for STs. Other Backward Classes (OBCs) reservation continues to remain at 32 per cent, which takes over all reservations in the state to 56 per cent. The Bench directed that all appointment or promotion orders issued under the Act must explicitly state that they are provisional and contingent on the court’s final judgment, preventing candidates from claiming equity if the enhanced quotas are struck down. The court further stated that this interim permission to continue ongoing recruitments will not override any specific interim or final orders already passed by courts or tribunals in related matters. The government had earlier argued that halting ongoing recruitments would disrupt administrative functioning due to manpower shortages. The petitions also contend that the increased reservation breaches the

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Response: In a setback to the state government, the Karnataka High Court has barred it from issuing any fresh recruitment notifications in an Act which had raised quotas for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. The restriction on recruitment under the Karnataka Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) (Reservation of Seats in Education Institutions and Appointments of Posts and Services under the State) Act, 2022, will remain until further orders. However, the HC bench allowed the government to continue recruitment processes already notified before November 19, 2025, even if they follow the increased reservation percentages. The court also clarified that all appointments made through these ongoing recruitments will be subject to the final outcome of the petitions challenging the law. The division bench of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C M Poonacha issued the interim order on November 27 while hearing two PILs filed by Mahendra Kumar Mitra of Raichur and Mahesh of Bengaluru . The petitions question the constitutional validity of the 2022 Act, particularly the hike in SC/ST reservation, from 15 per cent to 17 per cent for SCs and from 3 per cent to 7 per cent for STs. Other Backward Classes (OBCs) reservation continues to remain at 32 per cent, which takes over all reservations in the state to 56 per cent. The Bench directed that all appointment or promotion orders issued under the Act must explicitly state that they are provisional and contingent on the court’s final judgment, preventing candidates from claiming equity if the enhanced quotas are struck down. The court further stated that this interim permission to continue ongoing recruitments will not override any specific interim or final orders already passed by courts or tribunals in related matters. The government had earlier argued that halting ongoing recruitments would disrupt administrative functioning due to manpower shortages. The petitions also contend that the increased reservation breaches the


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The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday designated the Board of School Education as the State School Standards Authority for the Union territory, in accordance with the provisions of the National Education Policy 2020. An order issued by the Under Secretary in the School Education Department, Thanaji Bhat, said the decision is aimed at ensuring transparent, independent and effective regulation of schools across Jammu and Kashmir. “In exercise of the powers vested in the School Education Department, the J-K Board of School Education ( JKBOSE ) is hereby designated as the State School Standards Authority (SSSA) for the Union territory, in accordance with the provisions and mandates of the National Education Policy ( NEP ) 2020,” the order said. As mandated under NEP-2020 , the SSSA will oversee separation of regulatory, academic, examination and administrative functions, and will be entrusted with responsibilities related to standard setting, monitoring and ensuring compliance with norms concerning safety, infrastructure, teacher qualifications, governance and financial probity. The order also takes note of the recommendation of PARAKH – the national assessment centre under NCERT – which suggests that state examination boards be designated as SSSAs to ensure equivalence of standards across different school boards. Several boards, including the CBSE at the national level, and the boards of Himachal Pradesh and Mizoram, have already been notified as SSSAs by the respective governments. JKBOSE , established under the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education Act, 1975, is the statutory body responsible for curriculum development, examinations and affiliation of schools in the UT, and possesses the required infrastructure, systems and expertise to discharge the regulatory functions of the authority.  Disha Patani, a fitness enthusiast, has spoken about her passion for high-intensity training, including gymnastics and MMA. However, her dedication to gymnastics led to

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Response: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday designated the Board of School Education as the State School Standards Authority for the Union territory, in accordance with the provisions of the National Education Policy 2020. An order issued by the Under Secretary in the School Education Department, Thanaji Bhat, said the decision is aimed at ensuring transparent, independent and effective regulation of schools across Jammu and Kashmir. “In exercise of the powers vested in the School Education Department, the J-K Board of School Education ( JKBOSE ) is hereby designated as the State School Standards Authority (SSSA) for the Union territory, in accordance with the provisions and mandates of the National Education Policy ( NEP ) 2020,” the order said. As mandated under NEP-2020 , the SSSA will oversee separation of regulatory, academic, examination and administrative functions, and will be entrusted with responsibilities related to standard setting, monitoring and ensuring compliance with norms concerning safety, infrastructure, teacher qualifications, governance and financial probity. The order also takes note of the recommendation of PARAKH – the national assessment centre under NCERT – which suggests that state examination boards be designated as SSSAs to ensure equivalence of standards across different school boards. Several boards, including the CBSE at the national level, and the boards of Himachal Pradesh and Mizoram, have already been notified as SSSAs by the respective governments. JKBOSE , established under the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education Act, 1975, is the statutory body responsible for curriculum development, examinations and affiliation of schools in the UT, and possesses the required infrastructure, systems and expertise to discharge the regulatory functions of the authority.  Disha Patani, a fitness enthusiast, has spoken about her passion for high-intensity training, including gymnastics and MMA. However, her dedication to gymnastics led to


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The Delhi Government will be offering free professional coaching to 2,200 meritorious government school students for JEE , NEET , CLAT , CA and CUET under the Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Vidya Shakti Mission, Education Minister Ashish Sood has announced. The mission aims to empower students’ aspirations, ensure emotional well-being and build future-ready schools across the capital, an official statement said on Monday. This scheme, which was announced in the budget , has an allocation of Rs 21 crore. It reserves 50 seats per course for female students in JEE, NEET, CLAT, and CA Foundation, while CUET-UG will offer 1,000 seats, with 150 reserved for girls. Coaching will be provided through empanelled institutions, including Aakash Institute, Narayana Academy, KD Campus and Ravindra Institute, it said. Students will receive classroom coaching, live sessions, study material and test preparation support after school hours and on weekends. Calling it a turning point in Delhi ’s public education, Sood said 62,000 students appeared for the CET-2025 conducted on October 30. Counselling has concluded, and physical classes commenced on November 26, 2025. Reiterating the importance of emotionally safe learning environments, the minister said, education is not just about marks; it is about mental wellness, dignity and humanity. He further emphasised that the government is developing AI-enabled classrooms and human-centred education systems to ensure truly equal opportunities for every child. Highlighting the mission’s meritocratic spirit, Sood said the Vidya Shakti Mission is a movement to empower talent, protect mental wellness and unlock Delhi’s academic potential at the grassroots.  Pakistan's T20 captain Salman Ali Agha expects minimal changes in the squad for the 2021 T20 World Cup. The team has seen progress with players assigned specific roles, such as Abdul Samad, Babar Azam, Usman Khan, and Naseem Shah. Limited matches before the World Cup make it challenging

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Response: The Delhi Government will be offering free professional coaching to 2,200 meritorious government school students for JEE , NEET , CLAT , CA and CUET under the Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Vidya Shakti Mission, Education Minister Ashish Sood has announced. The mission aims to empower students’ aspirations, ensure emotional well-being and build future-ready schools across the capital, an official statement said on Monday. This scheme, which was announced in the budget , has an allocation of Rs 21 crore. It reserves 50 seats per course for female students in JEE, NEET, CLAT, and CA Foundation, while CUET-UG will offer 1,000 seats, with 150 reserved for girls. Coaching will be provided through empanelled institutions, including Aakash Institute, Narayana Academy, KD Campus and Ravindra Institute, it said. Students will receive classroom coaching, live sessions, study material and test preparation support after school hours and on weekends. Calling it a turning point in Delhi ’s public education, Sood said 62,000 students appeared for the CET-2025 conducted on October 30. Counselling has concluded, and physical classes commenced on November 26, 2025. Reiterating the importance of emotionally safe learning environments, the minister said, education is not just about marks; it is about mental wellness, dignity and humanity. He further emphasised that the government is developing AI-enabled classrooms and human-centred education systems to ensure truly equal opportunities for every child. Highlighting the mission’s meritocratic spirit, Sood said the Vidya Shakti Mission is a movement to empower talent, protect mental wellness and unlock Delhi’s academic potential at the grassroots.  Pakistan's T20 captain Salman Ali Agha expects minimal changes in the squad for the 2021 T20 World Cup. The team has seen progress with players assigned specific roles, such as Abdul Samad, Babar Azam, Usman Khan, and Naseem Shah. Limited matches before the World Cup make it challenging


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The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) awards scholarships annually to deserving students. These are offered either as tuition fee concessions or direct transfers to students’ bank accounts. Key scholarships include Merit-cum-Means, James Thomason, INSPIRE SHE, Dr S.K. Goel, and Kusum Goel for disadvantaged engineering students, as well as the Sharman Foundation. IIT Roorkee offers undergraduate programs across 10 disciplines in engineering and architecture, along with postgraduate programmes in 55 fields spanning engineering, applied sciences, architecture, and planning. Also Read | IIT Kharagpur Scholarships | IIT-Hyderabad Scholarships The Merit Cum Means (MCM) scholarship at IIT Roorkee provides financial support to undergraduate and M.Sc. students. Eligible UG students receive at least Rs 1,000 per month for 10 months along with a refund of the remaining tuition fee, while M.Sc. students receive Rs 1,000 per month for 10 months. The scholarship is available only for the normal duration of the programme, and for dual degree courses, it is limited to the first four years. Also Read | IIT Mandi Scholarships It is awarded to up to 25 per cent of the actual strength of each class. To qualify, applicants must belong to the General, General (EWS), or OBC category, be enrolled in BTech, BArch, IDD, IMT, IMS, BS-MS (via JEE Advanced), or MSc (via JAM) programs, and have a parental or guardian income not exceeding Rs 5 lakh in the current assessment year. Students must maintain a CGPA and YGPA of 7.00 or above, clear all registered courses, and have no record of indiscipline or use of unfair means. Fresh entrants are exempt from the CGPA and course clearance requirements. Also Read | IIT Bombay Scholarships The James Thomason (JT) Scholarship at IIT Roorkee is awarded to students admitted through JEE (Advanced) into BTech., B.Arch., Integrated Dual Degree (IDD), Integrated Master of Technology (IMT), Integrated Master of Science (IMS), and BS-MS program

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Response: The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) awards scholarships annually to deserving students. These are offered either as tuition fee concessions or direct transfers to students’ bank accounts. Key scholarships include Merit-cum-Means, James Thomason, INSPIRE SHE, Dr S.K. Goel, and Kusum Goel for disadvantaged engineering students, as well as the Sharman Foundation. IIT Roorkee offers undergraduate programs across 10 disciplines in engineering and architecture, along with postgraduate programmes in 55 fields spanning engineering, applied sciences, architecture, and planning. Also Read | IIT Kharagpur Scholarships | IIT-Hyderabad Scholarships The Merit Cum Means (MCM) scholarship at IIT Roorkee provides financial support to undergraduate and M.Sc. students. Eligible UG students receive at least Rs 1,000 per month for 10 months along with a refund of the remaining tuition fee, while M.Sc. students receive Rs 1,000 per month for 10 months. The scholarship is available only for the normal duration of the programme, and for dual degree courses, it is limited to the first four years. Also Read | IIT Mandi Scholarships It is awarded to up to 25 per cent of the actual strength of each class. To qualify, applicants must belong to the General, General (EWS), or OBC category, be enrolled in BTech, BArch, IDD, IMT, IMS, BS-MS (via JEE Advanced), or MSc (via JAM) programs, and have a parental or guardian income not exceeding Rs 5 lakh in the current assessment year. Students must maintain a CGPA and YGPA of 7.00 or above, clear all registered courses, and have no record of indiscipline or use of unfair means. Fresh entrants are exempt from the CGPA and course clearance requirements. Also Read | IIT Bombay Scholarships The James Thomason (JT) Scholarship at IIT Roorkee is awarded to students admitted through JEE (Advanced) into BTech., B.Arch., Integrated Dual Degree (IDD), Integrated Master of Technology (IMT), Integrated Master of Science (IMS), and BS-MS program


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UPPSC PCS Prelims Result 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the UPPSC PCS 2025 prelims result. The Commission has made the UPPSC PCS 2025 prelims result link available at uppsc.up.nic.in. As many as 11,727 candidates will now appear in the next stage of recruitment. The Commission had earlier released the answer keys on October 18 and candidates were able to raise objections against the answer key. Based on the objections received on the UPPSC PCS provisional answer key, the Commission prepared the final answer key and announced the UPPSC prelims result 2025. Step 1: Visit the official website of UPPSC — uppsc.up.nic.in. Step 2: Click on the designated UPPSC PCS answer key 2025 link available on the home page Step 3: Check and download the result The UPPSC PCS prelims exam was held on October 12. The UPPSC prelims exam was conducted in two shifts — first from 9.30 am to 11.30 am and second between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm at 75 districts of the state. The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission exam is a state-level examination to select applicants for various positions within the state government of Uttar Pradesh. The examination is divided into three parts — the preliminary exam, the mains exam, and the interview. According to reports, out of over 6.26 lakh registered candidates, of which 2.65 lakh appeared for the exam. In Prayagraj, out of 28,368 registered candidates at 67 centres, only 14,339 (50.54%) appeared, while 14,029 (49.46%) were absent. Candidates who qualify the Mains exam will be shortlisted for the Interview round. The UPPSC will announce further updates, including the Mains exam dates and admit card release schedule, on its official website in due course.  CAQM wants to shift focus to polluting industries in non-NCR areas and has proposed measures to eliminate coal as a fuel in these industries. This includes preparing action plans and transitioning to cleaner fuel alternatives. The commission is also considering ban

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Response: UPPSC PCS Prelims Result 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the UPPSC PCS 2025 prelims result. The Commission has made the UPPSC PCS 2025 prelims result link available at uppsc.up.nic.in. As many as 11,727 candidates will now appear in the next stage of recruitment. The Commission had earlier released the answer keys on October 18 and candidates were able to raise objections against the answer key. Based on the objections received on the UPPSC PCS provisional answer key, the Commission prepared the final answer key and announced the UPPSC prelims result 2025. Step 1: Visit the official website of UPPSC — uppsc.up.nic.in. Step 2: Click on the designated UPPSC PCS answer key 2025 link available on the home page Step 3: Check and download the result The UPPSC PCS prelims exam was held on October 12. The UPPSC prelims exam was conducted in two shifts — first from 9.30 am to 11.30 am and second between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm at 75 districts of the state. The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission exam is a state-level examination to select applicants for various positions within the state government of Uttar Pradesh. The examination is divided into three parts — the preliminary exam, the mains exam, and the interview. According to reports, out of over 6.26 lakh registered candidates, of which 2.65 lakh appeared for the exam. In Prayagraj, out of 28,368 registered candidates at 67 centres, only 14,339 (50.54%) appeared, while 14,029 (49.46%) were absent. Candidates who qualify the Mains exam will be shortlisted for the Interview round. The UPPSC will announce further updates, including the Mains exam dates and admit card release schedule, on its official website in due course.  CAQM wants to shift focus to polluting industries in non-NCR areas and has proposed measures to eliminate coal as a fuel in these industries. This includes preparing action plans and transitioning to cleaner fuel alternatives. The commission is also considering ban


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Seven out of nine universities that the White House initially offered a “compact” granting preferential federal funding in exchange for aligning with President Donald Trump’s policy priorities have now declined to sign it. The University of Arizona became the latest institution to reject the proposal, joining Brown University, Dartmouth College, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) , the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Southern California, and the University of Virginia. The remaining two institutions, Vanderbilt University and the University of Texas at Austin, have not yet publicly declined. The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, sent to the nine universities on October 1, outlines 10 reform areas that institutions would need to comply with to access priority federal funding. The proposed measures include banning the consideration of race and sex in admissions, capping the proportion of international students, abolishing student groups that “punish or belittle conservative ideas,” and defining gender based strictly on “reproductive function and biological processes.” Suresh Garimella, the President of the University of Arizona, spoke to The Indian Express over email about the university’s decision, the meaning of academic freedom in 2025, and the landscape for international students, particularly from India. Q: What does ‘academic freedom’ mean to you in the present political climate? At the University of Arizona, we regard academic freedom as foundational to our mission. It protects the right to pursue knowledge and engage in civil debate, even on difficult subjects, while ensuring that learning and respectful dialogue can flourish. We do not allow intimidation, disruption, or vandalism that undermines speech or participation in campus life. Consistent with our Statement of Principles, the university does not take positions on political or social issues beyond those affecting our teaching, research, or operations. We als

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Response: Seven out of nine universities that the White House initially offered a “compact” granting preferential federal funding in exchange for aligning with President Donald Trump’s policy priorities have now declined to sign it. The University of Arizona became the latest institution to reject the proposal, joining Brown University, Dartmouth College, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) , the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Southern California, and the University of Virginia. The remaining two institutions, Vanderbilt University and the University of Texas at Austin, have not yet publicly declined. The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, sent to the nine universities on October 1, outlines 10 reform areas that institutions would need to comply with to access priority federal funding. The proposed measures include banning the consideration of race and sex in admissions, capping the proportion of international students, abolishing student groups that “punish or belittle conservative ideas,” and defining gender based strictly on “reproductive function and biological processes.” Suresh Garimella, the President of the University of Arizona, spoke to The Indian Express over email about the university’s decision, the meaning of academic freedom in 2025, and the landscape for international students, particularly from India. Q: What does ‘academic freedom’ mean to you in the present political climate? At the University of Arizona, we regard academic freedom as foundational to our mission. It protects the right to pursue knowledge and engage in civil debate, even on difficult subjects, while ensuring that learning and respectful dialogue can flourish. We do not allow intimidation, disruption, or vandalism that undermines speech or participation in campus life. Consistent with our Statement of Principles, the university does not take positions on political or social issues beyond those affecting our teaching, research, or operations. We als


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IIT Roorkee has started its placement process for the 2025–26 academic year. According to an official statement, students and recruiters participated actively from the opening slot, marking the beginning of the institute’s annual recruitment cycle. The institute has collaborated with organisations across sectors, with roles concentrated in artificial intelligence, data analytics, semiconductor technology, sustainability and core engineering domains. The partnerships, according to the official statement, have been structured to reflect current industry requirements and student specialisations. At the close of the 1.1 slot on Day 1, IIT Roorkee recorded 8 international offers and 428 domestic offers. More offers are expected as the remaining Day 1 sessions progress. The institute noted that the early numbers indicate an improvement over the same period last year. Recruiters on campus Companies participating in this phase include Amazon, American Express, Bajaj Auto , BEL, BPCL, D. E. Shaw, Databricks, Flipkart, Google, HPCL, Mastercard, Meesho, Microsoft, NatWest Group, NVIDIA, Oracle, Qualcomm, SAP Labs, SLB Engineering & Software, Sprinklr, Squarepoint Capital, Texas Instruments and others. The institute expects the momentum to continue through subsequent slots, with more organisations scheduled to conduct processes over the next several days.  His surname carries a lot of heft in the hockey world, and at the FIH Junior World Cup in Chennai, Pere Amat is carrying the hopes of the Spanish Under-21 team as they look to clinch their first-ever title in the tournament’s history on Sunday. Pere, 21, comes from a family of hockey stars and moves on the pitch like he was born to play the sport. Only, in his case, it is not metaphorical.

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Response: IIT Roorkee has started its placement process for the 2025–26 academic year. According to an official statement, students and recruiters participated actively from the opening slot, marking the beginning of the institute’s annual recruitment cycle. The institute has collaborated with organisations across sectors, with roles concentrated in artificial intelligence, data analytics, semiconductor technology, sustainability and core engineering domains. The partnerships, according to the official statement, have been structured to reflect current industry requirements and student specialisations. At the close of the 1.1 slot on Day 1, IIT Roorkee recorded 8 international offers and 428 domestic offers. More offers are expected as the remaining Day 1 sessions progress. The institute noted that the early numbers indicate an improvement over the same period last year. Recruiters on campus Companies participating in this phase include Amazon, American Express, Bajaj Auto , BEL, BPCL, D. E. Shaw, Databricks, Flipkart, Google, HPCL, Mastercard, Meesho, Microsoft, NatWest Group, NVIDIA, Oracle, Qualcomm, SAP Labs, SLB Engineering & Software, Sprinklr, Squarepoint Capital, Texas Instruments and others. The institute expects the momentum to continue through subsequent slots, with more organisations scheduled to conduct processes over the next several days.  His surname carries a lot of heft in the hockey world, and at the FIH Junior World Cup in Chennai, Pere Amat is carrying the hopes of the Spanish Under-21 team as they look to clinch their first-ever title in the tournament’s history on Sunday. Pere, 21, comes from a family of hockey stars and moves on the pitch like he was born to play the sport. Only, in his case, it is not metaphorical.


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China’s civil service exam saw a record 3.7 million candidates, showing how competition for government jobs is rising as the country faces high unemployment and an uncertain job market. The exam, which selects candidates for central government roles and their branches, saw roughly 98 applicants competing for every available post, according to official data. Authorities also disclosed that approximately 70 per cent of the vacancies are earmarked for fresh college graduates, according to a report of the China Internet Information Center. The sweeping changes this year stem from a major policy shift: the general age cap for aspirants has been raised from 35 to 38 years, while fresh graduates holding master’s or doctoral degrees can now sit for the exam up to age 43, a considerable increase from prior limits (which were 35 and 40, respectively). Beijing has framed the reforms as part of efforts to adjust to shifting demographic realities, including a shrinking working-age population and an increasing trend of prolonged education and delayed workforce entry. Analysts suggest the revised age limits also help counter pervasive “ageism” in the job market and harness the skills of slightly older or more experienced candidates for public service. Read | ‘We’ll engage with the government, but stay true to our mission’: University of Arizona president on rejecting Trump’s higher-ed compact But the surge in applicants and stiff competition also reflects broader socioeconomic pressures. Many in China, according to a Guardian report , appear to be turning away from unstable private-sector jobs in favour of government roles that still promise the much-coveted “iron-rice-bowl” of lifetime job security, even if pay is lower and growth slower. For context, the 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill about 38,100 civil-service posts across central government institutions and their subordinate agencies. In India, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examina

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Response: China’s civil service exam saw a record 3.7 million candidates, showing how competition for government jobs is rising as the country faces high unemployment and an uncertain job market. The exam, which selects candidates for central government roles and their branches, saw roughly 98 applicants competing for every available post, according to official data. Authorities also disclosed that approximately 70 per cent of the vacancies are earmarked for fresh college graduates, according to a report of the China Internet Information Center. The sweeping changes this year stem from a major policy shift: the general age cap for aspirants has been raised from 35 to 38 years, while fresh graduates holding master’s or doctoral degrees can now sit for the exam up to age 43, a considerable increase from prior limits (which were 35 and 40, respectively). Beijing has framed the reforms as part of efforts to adjust to shifting demographic realities, including a shrinking working-age population and an increasing trend of prolonged education and delayed workforce entry. Analysts suggest the revised age limits also help counter pervasive “ageism” in the job market and harness the skills of slightly older or more experienced candidates for public service. Read | ‘We’ll engage with the government, but stay true to our mission’: University of Arizona president on rejecting Trump’s higher-ed compact But the surge in applicants and stiff competition also reflects broader socioeconomic pressures. Many in China, according to a Guardian report , appear to be turning away from unstable private-sector jobs in favour of government roles that still promise the much-coveted “iron-rice-bowl” of lifetime job security, even if pay is lower and growth slower. For context, the 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill about 38,100 civil-service posts across central government institutions and their subordinate agencies. In India, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examina


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The application fees for the Common Admission Test (CAT) have risen by 31 per cent since 2021. On the opening day of the Winter Session of Parliament, Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi raised a question to the Ministry of Education regarding the steep hike in CAT application fees. Conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) , the exam serves as a gateway for students aspiring to pursue MBA programmes. IIM CAT Answer Key 2025 LIVE Updates Owaisi informed the Lok Sabha that, as compared to CAT 2024 , there has been an approximate increase of 5 per cent in the application fee of CAT 2025 . This year’s exam was conducted on November 30, in three slots and was hosted by IIM Kozhikode . CAT 2025 Exam Paper Analysis For CAT 2025, the application fee is Rs 2,600 for General and OBC candidates, and Rs 1,300 for SC, ST, and PwBD applicants. In comparison, the fee in 2021 was Rs 2,200 for General/OBC and Rs 1,100 for SC, ST, and PwBD categories. CAT 2025 Live Updates The Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Dr Sukanta Majumdar, replied to Owaisi’s question that the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are governed under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017, and are empowered to determine, specify, and receive payments of fees and other charges. Also Read | India sees 26% surge in MBA applications as UK, Canada programmes report declines amid visa uncertainty “The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are governed under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017, as amended from time to time. Under the Act, the IIMs are empowered to determine, specify and receive payments of fees and other charges,” said MoS Dr Sukanta Majumdar. The Minister elaborated on how the application fees are used by the conducting IIM to successfully conduct the CAT exam. “The CAT application fee is decided every year to cover the administrative, logistical, and operational costs involved in conducting the exam in that year on a national scale,” he said, adding that th

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Response: The application fees for the Common Admission Test (CAT) have risen by 31 per cent since 2021. On the opening day of the Winter Session of Parliament, Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi raised a question to the Ministry of Education regarding the steep hike in CAT application fees. Conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) , the exam serves as a gateway for students aspiring to pursue MBA programmes. IIM CAT Answer Key 2025 LIVE Updates Owaisi informed the Lok Sabha that, as compared to CAT 2024 , there has been an approximate increase of 5 per cent in the application fee of CAT 2025 . This year’s exam was conducted on November 30, in three slots and was hosted by IIM Kozhikode . CAT 2025 Exam Paper Analysis For CAT 2025, the application fee is Rs 2,600 for General and OBC candidates, and Rs 1,300 for SC, ST, and PwBD applicants. In comparison, the fee in 2021 was Rs 2,200 for General/OBC and Rs 1,100 for SC, ST, and PwBD categories. CAT 2025 Live Updates The Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Dr Sukanta Majumdar, replied to Owaisi’s question that the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are governed under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017, and are empowered to determine, specify, and receive payments of fees and other charges. Also Read | India sees 26% surge in MBA applications as UK, Canada programmes report declines amid visa uncertainty “The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are governed under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017, as amended from time to time. Under the Act, the IIMs are empowered to determine, specify and receive payments of fees and other charges,” said MoS Dr Sukanta Majumdar. The Minister elaborated on how the application fees are used by the conducting IIM to successfully conduct the CAT exam. “The CAT application fee is decided every year to cover the administrative, logistical, and operational costs involved in conducting the exam in that year on a national scale,” he said, adding that th


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Response: Disclaimer: This content is sponsored and does not reflect the views or opinions of IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd. No journalist is involved in creating sponsored material and it does not imply any endorsement whatsoever by the editorial team. IE Online Media Services takes no responsibility for the content that appears in sponsored articles and the consequences thereof, directly, indirectly or in any manner. Viewer discretion is advised.  The crisis at IndiGo, India's dominant airline, has caused disruptions in the aviation sector due to its 65% market share and concentrated routes. This monopoly has raised concerns about high market concentration, which is also seen in other industries in India, limiting consumer choice and posing risks for the economy.