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ICAR UG round 1 seat allotment result 2026 out at icarcounseling.com: Direct link to download allotment letter here
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has announced the UG seat allotment result for round one. Candidates can download their provisional seat allotment letters from the official counselling website. Online seat acceptance and document submission must be completed by August third. Participating universities will finish document verification by August second. Candidates must pay the seat acceptance fee to confirm their admission.
TISS postpones 86th convocation citing 'unforeseen circumstances'; CJI Surya Kant was to be chief guest
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences abruptly postponed its 86th annual convocation on Sunday, August 2. Students who had traveled to Mumbai faced significant financial losses due to the sudden cancellation. The institute cited unforeseen circumstances for the postponement in a late-night email to graduating students. Many students expressed frustration over the last-minute communication and incurred travel expenses.
IBPS Clerk recruitment 2026 registration begins tomorrow at ibps.in; check eligibility, exam dates and how to apply
IBPS Clerk recruitment registration begins August 1 and concludes August 21, 2026. Candidates can apply online for Customer Service Associate positions through the official website. The preliminary examination is scheduled for October 10 and 11, 2026. Final selection for these posts will be based on the main examination results. No interview process is included for the Customer Service Associate recruitment.
Zero FIR against Noida woman over PM Modi remarks: Is abusive language punishable under Indian law?
A Noida FIR was registered against Ruchika Singh for alleged remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The case involves sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, not obscenity laws. Supreme Court rulings have narrowed the definition of obscenity over time. Profanity and vulgarity are not legally considered obscenity by the courts. The investigation will determine if the alleged remarks meet higher legal thresholds.
NEET SS counselling 2025: MCC allows Round 1 seat resignation without security deposit loss; read official notice
The Medical Counselling Committee announced a special one-time seat resignation provision. Eligible candidates can resign from their Round 1 NEET SS seats without losing deposits. This process will be available from July 31 to August 4, 2026, at allotted colleges. Resignations must be processed online by college authorities through the MCC portal. The Federation of All India Medical Association welcomed this beneficial decision for many candidates.
DSSSB result 2026 declared for various posts for October–December 2025 exams: Direct link to download scorecards here
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has declared the results for various recruitment examinations conducted between November 1 and December 15, 2025. Candidates can access their results on the official portal using their enrolment number, registration number, or date of birth. Qualified applicants should download their scorecards and regularly check the website for further recruitment updates.
After returning to India, he started a freelance business from a Tier-3 city. Six months without income later, he reached $6,300 in monthly profit
After quitting his corporate IT job, an Indian entrepreneur spent six months earning nothing while building a freelance marketing business from a Tier-3 city. Facing uncertainty and repeated rejection, he relied on cold outreach, skill development and consistent effort to find clients. A year later, he claims to have reached more than $6,300 in monthly profit. His journey highlights the challenges behind entrepreneurship and shows that persistence, patience and adaptability often shape long-term success.
AIIMS CRE 5 re-exam announced for 7 group codes: Check official notice here
AIIMS will conduct a re-examination for specific group codes under CRE-5. Earlier examinations for these groups will not be considered for results. Candidates with previous admit cards will be eligible for the upcoming test. AIIMS will provide at least ten days' notice for the re-examination. Other CRE-5 group code examinations will proceed as originally planned.
Books are being destroyed for training AI: A technological leap or a cultural loss?
As AI companies increasingly acquire and destroy physical books to train advanced models, a deeper debate is unfolding over the future of reading, culture, and human creativity. While digitisation promises technological progress, the systematic loss of books as physical artefacts raises unsettling questions about whether society is sacrificing its literary heritage and emotional connection with reading for the sake of artificial intelligence.
Tamil Nadu Class 12 supplementary result 2026 out at tnresults.nic.in: Direct link to download HSC marks memo here
The Directorate of Government Examinations has announced Tamil Nadu Class 12 supplementary results. Students can check their provisional marksheets online using registration numbers and dates of birth. The Class 12 supplementary examinations were conducted from June 29 to July 7, 2026. Revaluation and retotalling applications will be accepted from August 4 to August 5, 2026. Successful candidates are now eligible for undergraduate admissions in Tamil Nadu.
UP Police Constable Result 2026 declared at uppbpb.gov.in; check merit list PDF and next steps here
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has declared the UP Police Constable Result 2026 for recruitment to 32,679 posts. Candidates who appeared for the written examination held on June 8, 9 and 10 can now download the merit list from the official website. Qualified candidates will proceed to Document Verification, Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test. The board will announce the schedule for the remaining stages separately.
What recruiters want has changed; entrepreneurial mindset now ranks higher in campus hiring
A new HirePro report reveals that India's shift to skills-first hiring is progressing slowly, with only 21% of companies completely removing academic scores from campus recruitment. The study highlights a significant gap between students' confidence in their job readiness and employers' expectations, with most companies saying graduates need additional training. Employers are increasingly prioritising practical skills, problem-solving, cultural fit and learning agility over academic performance alone.
New ISL-supported English initiative focuses on literacy and employment readiness for Deaf learners
A new English learning initiative using visual-first teaching methods and Indian Sign Language support aims to improve literacy and workplace communication among Deaf and Hard of Hearing learners. The programme includes school partnerships, teacher training and workplace communication modules, while also supporting Deaf employees through industry collaborations. More than 500 learners have already completed the programme, which seeks to expand access to inclusive English education and improve employment opportunities through accessible learning.
UPTAC round 3 seat allotment 2026 result out at uptac.samarth.edu.in: Direct link to download here
UPTAC round three seat allotment results are now available for BTech admissions. Candidates must select their admission preference by August first, 2026. Seat acceptance fees are due by August first, 2026, with varying amounts. Round four auto-freeze seat allotment will be released on August third, 2026. Physical reporting for round four allotments occurs between August fourth and seventh, 2026.

Current News

Ethanol kept petrol prices lower: Govt

Ethanol blending saved consumers nearly thirty rupees per litre on petrol. Global crude prices reached one hundred thirty-five dollars a barrel recently. The government kept fuel prices unchanged for seventy-five days initially. E20 petrol now costs one hundred two rupees per litre in Delhi. Allegations of foodgrain diversion for ethanol were also rejected.

SC slaps Rs 1 lakh fine on Rajasthan government for harassing official

The Supreme Court has ordered Rajasthan to pay one lakh rupees to a government official. This payment is compensation for harassment caused by political interference in a prosecution sanction. The court criticized the joint secretary of the former chief minister for undue influence. Such interference was deemed a blatant display of political dictate by the state. The official was unnecessarily dragged to court, prompting the court's strong observations.

Cabinet eases captive waterfront norms to spur private investment

The Cabinet approved a revised shipping ministry policy for captive waterfronts. This aims to accelerate private investment and provide greater operational certainty. Existing captive users can develop additional facilities to meet enhanced requirements. Government entities can obtain waterfronts on a nomination basis without competitive bidding. The policy extends concession periods and strengthens infrastructure development at major ports.

Cabinet approved two major tunnel projects in J&K

The Cabinet approved two strategic tunnel projects in Jammu and Kashmir. These projects will provide all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Jammu. The tunnels will bypass difficult stretches of NH-244 affected by adverse weather conditions. Improved road infrastructure will boost regional connectivity and economic activity. These projects are fully Centre-funded and will be completed in five years.

J&K: Properties of 11 Pak-based terrorist handlers attached in Ramban

Jammu and Kashmir Police attached properties of eleven Pakistan-based terrorist handlers in Ramban district. These assets, valued at approximately Rs 90.7 lakh, were seized to prevent terror financing activities. Credible evidence established the accused were operating as handlers from across the border. This action is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle cross-border terror networks. Similar property attachments were carried out in Reasi and Ramban districts recently.

Chhattisgarh worker shot dead, another wounded in first J&K terror attack on migrants in 21 months

Terrorists shot dead a 24-year-old labourer from Chhattisgarh in Kulgam. Another worker from the same state was critically wounded in the attack. Security forces have launched operations to trace the attackers responsible for this incident. This incident marks the first fatal attack on migrant workers since October 18. Officials condemned the attack and directed security forces to intensify operations.