In a significant step aimed at improving candidate support and enhancing accessibility, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the operational hours of its call centre to assist aspirants appearing for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026. The decision is intended…
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ESSE-2025 Results: NESTS Sets Record Straight
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has issued a detailed clarification following the declaration of the Tier-1 results of the ESSE-2025 recruitment examination, firmly rejecting claims circulating in sections of the media that candidates with low or even negative marks have been “selected.” The society said such reports…
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CTET February 2026 Exam on Feb 7–8: Full Paper-Wise Schedule
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the revised schedule for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 session, announcing that the examination will now be conducted over two days February 7 and February 8, 2026. The decision marks a change from the earlier plan to hold…
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Supreme Court Stays UGC Equity Rules on Caste Discrimination
The Supreme Court on Thursday put on hold the University Grants Commission’s newly notified regulations aimed at preventing caste discrimination in higher educational institutions, expressing serious concern over their potential to deepen social divisions. The top court said that unless it intervened at this stage, the regulations could have “dangerous…
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JEE Main 2026 Paper 2: B.Arch & B.Planning Updates
The National Testing Agency (NTA) commenced the JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 exams today, January 29, for candidates appearing in B.Arch (Paper 2A) and B.Planning (Paper 2B). This marks the final examination of the January session. The exams are being conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across multiple centres nationwide…
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SC Clears 8 VC Appointments in Bengal, Refers 3 to Lalit Panel
The Supreme Court on Thursday recorded a major breakthrough in the long-running dispute over the appointment of vice-chancellors in West Bengal universities, noting that the State government and the Governor have reached consensus on eight appointments. The top court directed that the agreed-upon names be forwarded for formal notification, while…
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IIMC Launches First-Ever Ph.D. in Media Studies
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), a premier institution in journalism and media education, has officially launched its first-ever Ph.D. Programme in Media and Communication Studies, marking a landmark moment in its 60-year academic legacy. The programme was formally introduced on January 1, 2026, positioning IIMC as a key…
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Dharmendra Pradhan Reviews Education Schemes, Stresses NEP 2020 Goals
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday conducted a high-level review of key schemes and initiatives of the Ministry of Education, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening learning outcomes, access and quality across India’s education system. The comprehensive review meeting was held in New Delhi and focused on both…
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School Assembly News Headlines: Dec 26, 2025 Highlights
New Delhi: Today’s news headlines for school assembly on December 26, 2025, present a comprehensive overview of major developments across India and the world. From national security updates and international events to sports action, economic trends, and education-related announcements, these carefully curated headlines are designed to help students stay informed…
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India, Australia Deepen Education Ties at 3rd AIESC
The third Australia-India Education and Skills Council (AIESC) meeting will be held in New Delhi on 8–9 December 2025, bringing ministers, education officials and sector experts from both countries together to map deeper collaboration across school education, higher education and skills development. The two-day event is set to feature the…