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Students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) organised a candlelight vigil in solidarity with Iqra Firdaus, who went missing on May 30 and was later found dead. The protest, attended by JNUSU members and students from various institutions, highlighted concerns over delays in the investigation. Participants demanded a fair and speedy trial, immediate release of the forensic report, and greater transparency through official briefings and regular updates from the authorities.

IIT Delhi has announced admissions for its Applied AI, ML and Decision Science Programme, an eight-month online certification course beginning September 19, 2026. Offered through eVIDYA with Emeritus, the programme covers Generative AI, Agentic AI, machine learning, predictive analytics and decision science. Participants will receive training through live online sessions, capstone projects and industry tools including Python and Tableau. Applications close on September 12, 2026, with admissions

India Foundation has invited applications for one Research Associate and one Research Assistant position under an Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) research project supported by the Ministry of Education. The project seeks candidates with a background in social sciences and an interest in research, public policy and Indian knowledge traditions. Selected candidates will be appointed for two years and will undertake research, data collection, literature reviews and stakeholder engagement. Application

The Union Public Service Commission has extended the application deadline for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination-II, 2026 and the Combined Defence Services Examination-II, 2026 till 6.00 pm on June 11, 2026. The extension gives candidates additional time to complete registrations for the two defence recruitment examinations. NDA II offers 394 vacancies, while CDS II has 451 vacancies. Both examinations are scheduled to be conducted on September 13, 2026.

PMC JE Result 2026: Pune Municipal Corporation is expected to release the PMC JE Result 2026 soon on its official website pmc.gov.in for 169 Junior Engineer Civil Grade-III posts. Candidates who appeared for the recruitment examination will be able to access the result online using their registration details. The selection process includes a written examination followed by document verification. The merit list is expected to contain roll numbers of shortlisted candidates for the next stage of re

SBTE Bihar Result 2026: State Board of Technical Education (SBTE) Bihar has declared the Diploma Semester II/I, IV and VI Even Semester Examination 2026 results on June 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Students who appeared in May 2026 exams across polytechnic institutes can now check their scores online using roll numbers. The digital marksheets display subject-wise theory and practical marks along with qualifying status. Official certificates will be issued later by institutes, with re-evaluation options t

A Massachusetts federal judge has struck down President Trump's $100,000 fee on certain H-1B visa petitions, deeming it an unauthorized tax. This decision significantly eases a major financial hurdle for Indian professionals, who constitute a large majority of H-1B beneficiaries, making U.S. job sponsorships more accessible and attractive for employers.

Class 12 students awaiting results can apply for the NDA & NA (II) Exam 2026 under the 'result awaited' category. While they can appear for the written exam and SSB interview, proof of passing Class 12 is mandatory before training begins on July 1, 2027. Applications close on June 9, 2026.

Higher education institutions must upload student academic records for 2025 to NAD and ABC by June 30, 2026. This is a final deadline; no extensions will be granted. The directive supports NEP 2020's flexible learning goals and ensures smooth credit accumulation and transfer for students. Institutions are urged to complete pending uploads promptly.

Bank of Baroda has released Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification under the Apprentices Act 1961, announcing 5000 vacancies across India. The application process is open to graduates in any discipline, offering a monthly stipend of 15,000 rupees during a 12-month training period. The last date to apply has been extended to 15 June 2026. Selection will be based on online examination, document verification, local language test and medical examination across various centres nationwide for shortl

Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, has entered politics by filing nomination for the Legislative Council elections. His educational affidavit reveals he pursued engineering at BIT, Mesra, but completed only five out of eight semesters before leaving in 2001. He pledged to work for a developed Bihar, echoing his father's vision.

NEET UG 2026: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviewed NEET-UG 2026 re-test preparations at NTA headquarters in Delhi ahead of June 21. As per ANI, he stressed strict confidentiality across all stages, from question paper setting to distribution. He highlighted coordination with departments, states and central agencies, including a Cabinet Secretary-led meeting and a planned review by the Union Home Secretary. He also noted new administrative appointments and cyber security measures

Senior officials from the Health and Education ministries, NTA, and NMC will brief a parliamentary panel on Wednesday regarding the NEET-UG re-examination. This marks the third parliamentary committee appearance over the NEET controversy, following the exam's cancellation due to alleged paper leaks. The panel will question officials on examination conduct and fairness

The National Testing Agency has released the CUET UG 2026 provisional answer keys, question papers and recorded responses for candidates who appeared in the examination conducted between May 11 and June 7. Registered candidates can access the materials online and raise objections to the provisional answers until June 11 by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question. All challenges will be reviewed by subject experts before the final answer key and results are prepared.

The West Bengal Centralised Admission Portal has unveiled the WBCAP 2026 merit list, with colleges also releasing seat allocation. Candidates can confirm admissions by paying fees online and uploading documents. Key dates for the first merit list, upgraded rounds, and mop-up admissions are outlined, with classes commencing July 6. Physical document verification follows.

IIM Ahmedabad's PGP Class of 2027 has concluded its summer internship placements. All 410 participating students secured roles across diverse sectors. Consulting firms led the hiring, followed by BFSI and consumer goods. Major companies from technology, conglomerates, and retail also recruited. Mumbai emerged as the top internship location. A few students pursued entrepreneurship instead of placements.

Avinuty Result: Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women has announced the UG and PG April/May 2026 semester examination results online through its e-campus portal. The evaluation process concluded earlier than expected, enabling timely access to digital mark sheets for students across multiple disciplines. The university has also opened provisions for revaluation and re-totalling applications.

Actor Shekhar Suman satirized the government's decision to use the Indian Air Force for transporting NEET-UG 2026 re-examination papers. He questioned the system's integrity, suggesting the Air Force's involvement highlights a leak of trust rather than just papers. Suman also humorously speculated on future examinations requiring even higher national institution involvement.

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has launched KEA Connect, an app that links students participating in this years counselling with senior students who secured seats through KEA counselling last year. The initiative aims to eliminate middlemen and provide free guidance during admissions. Mentors can support up to five students through in-app chats, with privacy safeguards in place. So far, 1,372 students have volunteered as mentors, while 1,724 aspirants have registered as mentees, resul

Concerns over evaluation errors in CBSEs on-screen marking (OSM) system are prompting Class 11 students in Bengaluru to shift from CBSE schools to PU colleges. Parents and students fear lower scores in core subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics could affect professional course admissions, where board marks are considered alongside CET scores. School administrators report multiple withdrawals despite fee losses, while educators say the controversy is hurting CBSE admissions and may

A shocking case of alleged medical fraud has raised serious questions about hospital verification systems. Narendar Yadav from Uttar Pradesh reportedly posed as internationally trained cardiologist Dr. N. John Camm for nearly two decades despite lacking recognised medical qualifications. Claiming experience of over 18,000 heart surgeries, he allegedly worked in hospitals and performed procedures before suspicions emerged. The case highlights how fabricated credentials, confidence and weak backgr

The JEE Apex Board has announced the 2026 DASA UG and CSAB Special Round counselling schedules on csab.nic.in. Admissions to NITs, IIITs, and other institutes are open for foreign nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and CIWG. Physical reporting for allotted seats is tentatively scheduled from August 13 to August 18, 2026.

US President Donald Trump has criticized federal judges. A court struck down a proposed $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications. Trump called the situation crazy and said courts are creating obstacles. The White House plans to challenge the ruling. Lawmakers from both parties supported the court's decision. They believe the fee would hurt sectors needing skilled foreign workers.

At ICDCA 2026 in Bengaluru, hosted by K S School of Engineering and Management, the Best Paper Award was presented to Saurabh Srivastava and Rishiraj Kohli for their research, Beyond Reactive Cloud Security: AI-Driven Predictive Drift Detection for CNAPP Environments. Selected from more than 2,600 submissions, the paper introduces an AI-powered framework that predicts and mitigates cloud security risks before incidents occur, advancing proactive, scalable, and resilient cloud-native security for

Aspiring candidates for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) and National Defence Academy (NDA) examinations have until today, June 9, 2026, to submit their applications. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) opened registrations on May 20, 2026, for these crucial recruitment drives. The examinations are scheduled for September 13, 2026. Ensure your application is in before the deadline.

The Rajasthan Pre DElEd result 2026 will be released tomorrow, June 10. Lakhs of candidates await their scores. Education Minister Madan Dilawar will announce the results. Candidates can check their scorecards on predeledraj2026.com. Counselling for admissions will commence after the results are declared. Admissions are based on entrance exam ranks.

Kajal Raju, an IIT Madras graduate born with phocomelia syndrome, achieved her dream of becoming an IAS officer on her fourth attempt, securing AIR 167. Despite initial success with AIR 910 in IRMS, she persevered through setbacks and professional commitments, demonstrating remarkable resilience and dedication to reach her ultimate goal.

Sweden is preparing to ban mobile phones in schools starting next academic year, aiming to boost reading time and traditional learning methods. This decision stems from concerns over declining literacy skills among students, particularly younger ones. The move aligns with a global trend of restricting phone use in educational settings to minimize distractions and enhance learning.

Railway Recruitment Board has released the city intimation slip for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate examination. Candidates can check their exam city and shift details online. This slip helps in planning travel and accommodation. The admit card will be released four days before the exam date. The examination is scheduled from May 7 to June 20, 2026.

The CBSE has concluded its application window for Class 12 marks verification and re-evaluation, which ran from June 2 to June 7. Over 1.6 lakh students submitted requests for more than 3.8 lakh answer books, despite facing cyber threats. While the board assures a transparent process, some students reported delays in receiving scanned answer sheets

The Bar Council of India will soon release the provisional answer key and response sheet for the All India Bar Examination 21. Candidates can download these to estimate their scores. The examination is for law graduates seeking a Certificate of Practice. Qualifying marks vary by category. The syllabus included new criminal laws.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has released the examination schedule for the CS Executive and Professional December 2026 session. Both exams will be conducted offline from December 21 to December 28, 2026, with papers held daily from 2 pm to 5:15 pm.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has announced the BCG Technician Mains examination 2026 results. Candidates can check their scores on the official UPSSSC website. This recruitment drive aimed to fill 255 BCG Technician positions. The results were based on PET 2023 scores. A total of 77 candidates were shortlisted for the next stage.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released admit cards for LT Grade Assistant Teacher Mains and Lecturer recruitment exams. Candidates who appeared for the preliminary exam can now download their hall tickets online. It is advised to download and verify all details on the admit card before the examination date.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the advance city intimation slip for the SWAYAM January 2026 semester examinations. Candidates can download this slip from the official NTA website to know their exam city and plan accordingly. The actual admit card will be issued separately before the exams, which are scheduled from June 17 to 21, 2026.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has released the MHT CET 2026 results for the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology group. Candidates can now download their scorecards from the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, using their roll number and password. The results reflect personal information, exam details, marks, percentile, and merit rank.

The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has announced 6,289 Assistant Lineman vacancies for 2026, with applications opening on June 15 and 19. Candidates with Matriculation, ITI in Electrician/Wireman, and Punjabi at Matriculation level can apply. The selection will be through a Computer-Based Test, with application fees varying by category.

India Post has unveiled its fourth merit list for Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment, offering a chance to over 28,000 positions nationwide. Candidates can now check the official website for their names, marking a crucial step towards document verification and potential joining. This list is vital for those aspiring to become GDS, BPM, or ABPM.

OJEE result 2026: The OJEE Cell has announced the OJEE result 2026 on June 8, 2026, on the official website, ojee.nic.in. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can download their scorecards using their application details and login credentials. The scorecard includes marks and ranks secured in the examination and will be required during the admission process. OJEE scores are used for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by institutions across Odis

RPSC RAS 2026: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has opened applications for the State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026. A total of 607 vacancies have been announced, including 192 posts in State Services and 415 in Subordinate Services. The application window is open from June 4 to July 3, 2026. Candidates holding a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply. One Time Registration is mandatory, while examination dates and admit card details will be announ

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is expected to release the SSC and HSC Supplementary Examination 2026 admit cards today on its official website. Hall tickets will be distributed through schools and colleges for students appearing in the June-July supplementary examinations. The HSC supplementary exams are scheduled from June 16 to July 8, while SSC exams will be held from June 16 to June 30. Students should verify all details carefully.

The Jammu and Kashmir government has withdrawn the amendments introduced through SRO-14 of 2016 to the Jammu and Kashmir Engineering (Gazetted Service) Recruitment Rules, 1978. Issued by the Jal Shakti Department through Notification S.O. 160 on June 7, 2026, the order revokes the changes with retrospective effect under Article 309 of the Constitution of India. The decision restores the pre-2016 recruitment framework, though the notification does not specify any administrative or service-related

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has confirmed that the Forester and LDC examinations will be conducted on their scheduled dates, with no revision planned. RSSB Chairman Alok Raj said the board has rarely changed examination schedules despite conducting around 150 exams over the past two-and-a-half years. He also shared updates on the Lab Assistant answer key timeline, clarified eligibility rules for Third Grade Teacher Level 1 candidates, and reiterated that the PTI examination remains sched

CSBC Bihar Constable admit card 2026: The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC), Bihar, has released the admit cards for the Prohibition Constable, Jail Warder and Mobile Squad Constable recruitment examination under Advertisement No. 03/2025. Candidates scheduled for the June 14 examination can now download their hall tickets through the official portal. The recruitment drive aims to fill 4,236 vacancies. Admit cards for the June 17 examination will be made available from June 11 through

The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released the admit card for the June 14, 2026 recruitment examination for multiple posts, including Revenue Sub-Inspector (Patwari/Lekhpal), Assistant Review Officer, Village Development Officer and others. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using their login details. The commission has instructed candidates to carry a valid photo ID, report by 8:30 AM, and complete biometric registration and

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to CBSE over the alleged non-declaration of Class XII results and issuance of blank marksheets to students in Gulf countries. The petition, filed on behalf of Saudi Arabia-based student Pransu Patel by advocates Vineet Jindal and Rajkishore Chaudhary, argues that the issue affects students' futures and violates constitutional rights. The court directed CBSE to resolve the matter by Friday and sought its response before the next hearing on June 12, 2026.

Lakhs of government school teachers appointed before the RTE Act could be affected by the Supreme Court's directive making TET mandatory for in-service teachers. While educators with less than five years left before retirement have been exempted from job loss, others must qualify TET by August 31, 2028, to continue in service. With pass rates historically remaining low, teachers and unions have raised concerns over job security, retrospective rules and the potential impact on school staffing.

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) will release the Mock Seat Allotment Round 1 result today at 2 pm on josaa.nic.in, giving JEE candidates a tentative idea of their possible institute and programme. The indicative outcome will help aspirants reassess and modify their choices ahead of subsequent counselling rounds and final seat allocation.

Counselling for admission to undergraduate degree programmes in Government Arts and Science Colleges and Government-aided Colleges across Tamil Nadu for the academic year 2026-27 commenced on Monday, drawing enthusiastic participation from students seeking higher education opportunities in the state.

The MPESB has postponed the second shift of the Forest Guard and Jail Prahari recruitment examination scheduled for June 7. A technical issue caused the cancellation. Affected candidates will now take the exam on June 20. They must download a fresh admit card from the official website. The first shift proceeded as planned. This recruitment aims to fill 1,111 vacancies.