A crowd of protesters in Patna staged a demonstration near the BPSC office on Thursday, blocking Bailey Road and causing severe traffic jams. Despite announcing the 70th BPSC preliminary exam results, candidates demanded the exam's cancellation, citing irregularities like question paper leaks and last-minute changes. The protest disrupted commuters, and the Patna High Court will hear the case on January 31.
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Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Hazrat Ali’s Birthday are celebrated across India, with holidays announced for schools in several states due to seasonal festivities and cold weather. States like UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Jammu and Kashmir have declared school closures to ensure student safety and participation in these cultural celebrations.
The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has announced the results for the Assistant Teacher (LT Grade) recruitment exam. Candidates can now check their rankings and merit list on the official website, sssc.uk.gov.in. The result PDF includes essential details such as roll number, category, and TET marks. Applicants should verify all information carefully and download the document for future reference.
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the registration deadline for the PM Internship Scheme 2025 until March 31, 2025. The scheme offers a 12-month internship to youth aged 18 to 24 years, with a focus on candidates from economically weaker sections. With 1,25,000 internship opportunities available, selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 and a one-time payment of ₹6,000.
A retest for 12,000 candidates from the Bihar PSC's December 13 exam, amid question paper leak allegations, began Saturday at 22 centres in Patna. The exam, held for the 70th Combined Competitive Examination, is taking place under strict guidelines to ensure safety. Around 8,200 candidates had downloaded admit cards by the exam's start.
As India prepares for Budget 2025, there are growing calls to prioritize AI integration in education and boost support for startups in the skill development sector. Experts emphasize the need for significant funding for AI infrastructure in schools and colleges, alongside financial subsidies and grants for tech startups focused on education, to enhance India’s global workforce.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has extended the registration deadline for NEET PG 2024 Round 3 to January 19, 2025. Eligible candidates can register for counselling through the official MCC website. The revised schedule includes updated dates for choice filling, seat allotment, result declaration, and reporting to allotted colleges. Detailed steps to apply and the official schedule are provided for candidates' convenience.
BCECEB has started online registration for ITICAT 2025 at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The registration window closes on April 7, 2025, with the fee submission deadline on April 8. Corrections can be made from April 13, admit cards will be available from April 28, and the exam is scheduled for May 11, 2025.
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced 322 vacancies for the Punjab State Civil Service Combined Competitive Examination (PSSC CCE) 2025. Eligible candidates can register on ppsc.gov.in by January 31, 2025. The exam is tentatively scheduled for April 2025, offering opportunities across various Punjab State Government departments. Check details here.