Former Tripura University Vice-Chancellor Arunoday Saha expressed his joy after being selected for the Padma Shri award for his contributions to education and literature. Despite holding a PhD in Economics, Saha has always been passionate about literature. He was praised by local leaders, including Chief Minister Manik Saha, for his achievements. Saha has authored 10 books and received the Tripura Vibhushan Award in 2023.
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MCC has announced a special stray vacancy round for NEET PG 2024 due to vacant seats after the previous round. Registration starts on March 6, 2025. Candidates with a 5% or above percentile, who haven't been allotted or joined a seat in prior rounds, can apply. Important guidelines and refundable security deposits for participation are outlined on mcc.nic.in.
The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has announced a two-day reopening of the 2024 registration window for the 2025 Higher Secondary Examination, allowing late enrolment with a fine. This decision follows multiple requests from students, parents, and school heads. The registration will be open on February 12 and 13, 2025, and must be completed with required documents.
In President-Elect Donald Trump’s administration, five prominent Indian-origin figures are set to play key roles in shaping policies and driving transformative change. From Vivek Ramaswamy to Sriram Krishnan, here’s a look at the impressive CVs of these individuals who will play vital roles in the Trump administration.
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UPSC IES/ISS Exam 2025: UPSC has begun accepting online applications for the IES/ISS Exam 2025 on their official website until March 4, 2025. The recruitment seeks to fill 47 positions, with 12 for IES and 35 for ISS. A correction window will be available from March 5 to 11. These exams will support crucial roles in policy formulation and economic planning.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date for NCET 2025 online applications to March 31, 2025, due to requests from students and institutions amidst ongoing board exams. The entrance test, scheduled for April 29, 2025, will be held in computer-based mode for admission to various teacher education programmes. Candidates are advised to complete their applications before the revised deadline. Further details will be announced on the NCET portal.