The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that the Rajasthan government has banned new admissions to Churu-based OPJS University for the 2024-25 academic year. Additionally, degrees issued by the university over the past three years are under review, raising concerns for students and stakeholders. Check the official notice here.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released admit cards for UGC NET exams scheduled on January 21 and 27, 2025. Originally set for January 15, the exams were postponed due to requests citing festival overlaps. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in, by entering their application details.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has introduced live virtual classes for students preparing for the CA Foundation Exam 2025. These sessions, beginning on February 13, 2025, will help candidates appear in the May and September exams under the New Scheme of Education and Training. The online classes follow a structured schedule, accessible via ICAI’s official website.
The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TSBIE) has released the admit cards for the 1st and 2nd-year TS Intermediate exams 2025. The exams will begin in March, with 1st-year exams starting March 5 and 2nd-year exams starting March 6. Students can download their hall tickets from tsbie.cgg.gov.in by logging into their accounts.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released the notification for the recruitment of 309 Junior Executive posts under the AAI AERO Recruitment 2025. Interested candidates can apply online from April 25, 2025, until May 24, 2025. The selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from Rs 40,000 to Rs 1,40,000. The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Test, voice test, and medical examination. Apply on the official AAI website for a chance to work in India’s civil aviation... Expand
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IGNOU’s 38th Convocation, held on March 5, 2025, celebrated academic excellence by awarding over 3 lakh degrees. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized the need for skilling, digital learning, and innovation in education. The event also recognized top performers, including gold medalist Ambule Hetram, and highlighted the role of AI and automation in shaping future learning.