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IP University is considering a significant expansion, aiming to add approximately 1,100 seats across various campus schools and centres. The move is in response to the growing demand for seats in these institutions. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Mahesh Verma, highlights plans for increased seat allocations in several programs, including B. Tech in Computer Sciences, Chemical Technology, and integrated law courses. The expansion encompasses diverse fields, such as artificial intelligence, data science, and management studies.

The MCD's Education Department in the Rohini zone has issued a directive to its teachers and staff banning strikes, demonstrations, and criticism on social media. Strict action will be taken against those who engage in such activities, as it violates the CCS Conduct Rules.

HSSC has released the Admit Card for Group C Mains exam scheduled on January 28, 2024. The exam will be conducted offline using OMR sheets in two shifts. To download the admit card, visit the official website of Haryana Staff Selection Commission and click on "Download Admit Card For Examination Dated 26.01.2024."

Canada's new two-year cap on international student admissions, aimed at addressing housing and healthcare concerns, has significant repercussions for Indian students, who form the largest group in Canada. The policy, focusing on maintaining educational integrity, will rebalance permit allocations among provinces, affecting Indian students' opportunities. Additionally, the crackdown on exploitative practices safeguards Indian students. This strategic shift demands resilience and adaptability from Indian students amid a changing educational landscape in Canada.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has reduced the minimum qualifying percentage for the special round of NEET-SS Counselling 2023 to zero, following a previous adjustment from 50 to 20 percentile. Candidates completing PG degrees per NMC norms are eligible. No changes to NEET-SS ranks; ongoing updates on the MCC website. The NEET SS Counselling process involves registration, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, fee payment, reporting to the allotted college, and completing joining formalities with specified documents.

GSEB extends GUJCET registration deadline; candidates can apply till January 31, 2024. Follow the steps on the official GUJCET website to register and submit the application. Rs 350 application fee required for admission to engineering and pharmacy courses in Gujarat.

The District Magistrate of Lucknow has extended school winter holidays for up to Class 8 students due to severe cold wave conditions and dense fog. All schools in the city, from nursery to Class 12, will be closed till January 27, 2024, with classes transitioning to online mode. Students are advised to visit the official website for more information.

The Ministry of Home Affairs is set to release the IB ACIO Answer Key 2024 for the Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II Exam, held on January 17 and 18, 2024. Candidates can check the provisional key on mha.gov.in, raise objections, and await the final key and results after scrutiny of challenges.

This article discusses 6 tips to pen an impressive anchoring script for Republic Day celebrations. Tips include starting with enthusiasm and a powerful quote, narrating the significance of Republic Day, incorporating inspirational quotes and speeches, engaging the audience with interactive elements, announcing the flag hoisting ceremony with excitement, and concluding on an inspirational note.

JKBOSE has released admit cards for the 2024 Class 10 and 12 board exams in Jammu and Leh divisions. Students can obtain them from their schools, while school heads can download them from the online portal. The circular advises using the portal for Registration Cards, Roll Number Slips, and Admit Cards. Admit cards are mandatory for exam entry, with exam dates spanning from March 6 to April 25, 2024. The JKBOSE circular on jkbose.nic.in provides further details.

The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has released the admit cards for Class 10 Madhyamik Board exam, scheduled to start from February 2. The hall tickets were distributed to various schools from respective camp offices on January 22.

NLU Delhi releases the third provisional merit list for the B.A.LL.B.(Hons.) Programme based on AILET 2024. Candidates can check ranks on the official website. Online counselling registration began on December 15, 2023, with a deadline of December 26, 2023. The third list candidates must pay a confirmation fee by January 28, 2024, failing which their admission offer will be cancelled. The portal for payment and downloading offer letters opens on January 23, 2024. Vacant seats are offered to the next candidates in the order of merit.

AP SBTET released 2024 results for diploma courses, including C16, ER-19, and ER-2020, on January 23. Candidates can access results and mark sheets on sbtet.ap.gov.in/APSBTET using their PIN and selecting the semester. The mark sheet, vital until the original certificate is received, must be checked for accuracy. Online applications for Typewriting and Shorthand exams in March 2024 are open. Candidates can report discrepancies to apsbtet.helpdesk@gmail.com or 7032134560. Detailed instructions for result checking are available on the official website.

NTA has released the NIFT 2024 exam city intimation slip, which contains details about the exam test centre. Candidates can download it from the official website. The NIFT exam will be held on February 5, 2024, and consists of two sections: Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT). The admit card will be available in January.

In Inorganic Chemistry, students should focus on chapters like Coordination Compounds and Titration-based experiments. These chapters are important as they can help students answer lab-based questions in the Chemistry section of the JEE Main 2024 exams.

A government-aided school in Kerala faces controversy for an unauthorized holiday coinciding with the Ram Temple consecration. The Kerala Education Department has launched an inquiry, questioning bureaucratic procedures. The school claims to have applied for the holiday, while the District Education Officer denies approval. Tensions rise as the school asserts the headmaster's authority in granting holidays. The Education Department awaits the inquiry report within 24 hours, anticipating potential disciplinary actions and a reevaluation of holiday procedures, sparking concerns about religious neutrality and communication in education.

The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has revised the practical exam schedule for the Goa HSSC 2024 exams, with practicals beginning on February 5. The Class 12 board exams will take place from February 28 to March 12. The practical exams will conclude on February 16. Students can access the updated timetable on gbshse.in, and batch-wise timetables are to be emailed to goa.board.exam.section@gmail.com within four days. The board has specified timings for various subjects in both morning and afternoon batches.

The Directorate General of Home Guards New Delhi has released notification for recruitment of 10,285 Home Guard. Eligible candidates can apply for the advertised posts starting tomorrow, i.e January 24, 2024, on the official website at dghgenrollment.in. Candidates will have until February 13, 2024, to submit their applications.

Due to rising cold wave conditions in Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, the District Magistrate has ordered a holiday for students up to Class 8 till January 24. In addition, school hours for Class 9 to 12 have been adjusted. Schools in Lucknow have implemented online classes and installed room heaters.