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The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala, has postponed the Kerala Law Entrance Exam (KLEE) 2024 for LLM that was scheduled for August 17. As per the official website, a new exam date will be issued soon. It is expected that the commission will also issue fresh admit cards. Check important details here.

On August 15, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 75,000-seat increase in medical college admissions over the next five years to address the gap of 25,000 students studying abroad annually. He also highlighted an 88% rise in medical colleges and stressed the importance of youth nutrition and skill development, referencing Union Budget 2024 initiatives.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, highlighting a rise in participating institutions from 3,565 in 2016 to 10,845. The framework now covers sixteen categories, up from four. Here are the top-performing cities in the 2024 list.

The CET Cell, Maharashtra, has released the provisional seat allotment results for CAP Round 1 counselling 2024. Registered candidates can check and download their allotment status on fe2024.mahacet.org. Seats must be accepted between August 16 and August 18, 2024. Check the direct link and other details here.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued the city intimation slip for the UGC NET 2024 exam, which will take place from August 28 to September 4, 2024. Registered candidates should visit the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in, to check and download their exam city slip. Check the direct link and other details here.

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the results of the Combined Geo-Scientist Main Exam 2024. Candidates can check their results on the official website, upsc.gov.in. The exam was held on June 22 and 23, 2024. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.

Silchar Medical College and Hospital in Assam has withdrawn its advisory restricting women's movement on campus after backlash. The advisory aimed to enhance female safety in light of a recent tragic incident in Kolkata but was deemed overly restrictive. The Assam Chief Minister's Office confirmed a new advisory will follow National Medical Commission guidelines soon.

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) released admit cards for the State Civil Services Combined Prelims Exam (Rajyaseva) 2024 on August 14. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The Exam, rescheduled for August 25th, 2024, consists of two papers. Candidates must bring their hall ticket and an original photo ID for verification.

The UKSSSC released admit cards for Assistant Teacher positions in Uttarakhand's Secondary Education Department. Registered candidates could download the hall tickets from the official website. The written examination for 1,544 positions was held on August 18, 2024. Instructions for downloading the admit card were provided on the website.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, with St. Stephen’s College rising to 3rd place, up from 14th last year. Noted for its strong teaching, research, and placement records, the college scored highly across various parameters, showcasing significant improvement and continued academic excellence.

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the National Medical Commission's decision not to conduct the NEET-Super Speciality exam this year. A bench led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud deemed the decision 'fairly equitable' and maintained the exam schedule. The NEET-SS is for doctors with post-graduate degrees seeking super-speciality courses admission.

Lady Shri Ram College for Women, affiliated with Delhi University, was ranked 10th in the NIRF 2024 rankings. Established in 1956, the college offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, mostly focused on humanities and social sciences. Admission is based on the CUET examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

The MCC has opened the NEET UG 2024 counselling registration link on its official website, mcc.nic.in, for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. Eligible candidates with valid NEET UG scores can now register for MBBS and BDS admissions. The registration process requires uploading essential documents and paying the required fees. The last date for online registration and payment is August 20, 2024. Candidates are advised to use updated browsers to avoid technical issues.

The Ministry of Education's NIRF Rankings 2024 has named Hindu College, Delhi, as the top college with a score of 74.47. This marks an improvement from its 2023 rank of 2nd. The rankings list also includes Miranda House, St. Stephen’s College, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, and Atma Ram Sanatan Dharm College. The article explores Hindu College's remarkable performance, historical significance, top courses, and admission process.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, with Miranda House securing the second position among Indian colleges. Known for its excellence and vibrant academic environment, Miranda House achieved an overall score of 73.22, excelling in areas like Graduation Outcomes and Perception. The college continues to offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and maintains a strong focus on co-curricular activities and placements.

The Ministry of Education announced the NIRF Rankings 2024, listing top colleges in India. St. Xavier's College Kolkata secured the 6th position, down from 5th in 2023. The college showed improvement in Teaching, Learning, and Resources, Research and Professional Practice, and Perception. Despite slight declines in other areas, the institution remains highly reputable.

The Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings on August 12, with Jamia Hamdard securing the top position in the pharmacy category. The rankings, introduced in 2015, evaluate institutions based on key criteria such as teaching quality and research. This year’s list highlights shifts among India's leading pharmacy colleges.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the seat allotment result for the first round of Bihar ITICAT 2024 counselling. Candidates can check their results on the official website. The seat allotment is based on exam ranks, preferences, and seat availability. Document verification for round 1 is scheduled from August 18 to August 24, 2024. Unsatisfied candidates can participate in the next round, with further schedules to be announced soon.

The NIRF Rankings 2024 have been released, showcasing the top dental colleges in India. Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, tops the list with a score of 81.83, followed by Manipal College of Dental Sciences and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences. The rankings highlight a shift in performance compared to 2023. The NIRF, introduced in 2015, now includes 16 categories with new additions like Open University and Skill University.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, with National Law School of India University topping the list of law colleges. The rankings saw Symbiosis Law School advance to 5th place, while IIT Kharagpur improved to 7th. Gujarat National Law University and Siksha 'O' Anusandhan experienced slight declines. The top four law colleges remained unchanged from last year.