Educational News

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has announced that the choice filling and locking process for the second round of West Bengal NEET UG counselling will conclude on September 19, 2024. Students can check the provisional list of candidates and seat matrix on the official website. The allotment result will be declared on September 23, 2024.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has opened registration for Class 9 and 11 students. Schools must register their students on the Pariksha Sangam portal before October 24, 2024. Late registration may incur a fee. This registration is crucial for appearing in the Class 10 and 12 board exams in 2026.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Vice Principal ITI examination held on August 2nd, 2024. Candidates can raise objections to the answer key from September 19th to 24th, 2024. The recruitment drive aims to fill 76 Vice Principal positions in ITIs.

The Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) has begun registration for the AYUSH NEET UG round 2 counselling on its official website. Eligible candidates can register for courses like Ayurveda, Yoga, and Homeopathy. Choice filling starts on September 19, 2024, and seat allotment results will be released on September 24, 2024. Reporting to allotted colleges must be done between September 27 and October 3, 2024.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) has announced that the admit cards for the Graduate Level Common Eligibility Test (CET) will be released on September 19, 2024. The CET exam will be held on September 27th and 28th. This year, a record 13 lakh candidates have registered. The RSMSSB has removed negative marking and lowered the minimum qualifying score to 40%.

Dr. Kaustav Nayak, a pediatrician and former principal of Burdwan Medical College, was removed from his role as the Director of Medical Education (DME) in West Bengal by CM Mamata Banerjee following protests by doctors. His removal was part of the state government's response to demands for leadership changes amid ongoing healthcare protests. Nayak has since been appointed as the Director of the Institute of Health and Family Welfare, while a new DME is yet to be appointed.

The Indian Medical Association's Bengal State Branch has requested the West Bengal Medical Council to cancel Dr Sandip Ghosh's registration due to his involvement in severe criminal activities like rape and murder. Despite receiving a show-cause notice in September 2024, Ghosh did not respond, leading to increased demands for regulatory action.

In response to rising water levels in the Ganga River, the Bihar government has ordered the closure of 76 schools until September 21, 2024. This precautionary measure aims to safeguard students and teachers in affected areas. The Central Water Commission forecasts further increases in water levels, prompting increased vigilance along embankments.

The University of Wollongong India has launched the Women Leaders in FinTech Scholarship to boost female participation in the tech sector. This scholarship, available for the Master of Financial Technology programs starting in November 2024, offers a 50% tuition fee waiver to three top-performing students. Eligible candidates must have a minimum WAM of 75, be Indian citizens, and enroll full-time. The scholarship aims to support and empower women in the FinTech industry.

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The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has announced the results for the Class 10 Second Main or Attempt Examination. Students who took the supplementary exam can check their results on the official website, cgbse.nic.in, by entering their roll numbers. The supplementary exams for Class 10 and Class 12 were held in July and August 2024. For detailed results and updates, candidates should regularly visit the official website.

Tamil Nadu School Education Department on Tuesday transferred Chief Educational Officer (CEO) S. Mars to the Thanjavur library following a recent talk delivered by a guest speaker Mahavishnu at the state government higher secondary schools at Ashok Nagar and Saidapet.

India and Australia are strengthening their partnership, focusing on education and economic collaboration. Lisa Singh, CEO of the Australia India Institute, attributes this growth to the Indian diaspora and increased business engagements. Victoria's Premier, Jacinta Allan, highlights education and shared economic priorities, such as renewable energy, as central to the relationship's development.

The West Bengal government has removed Dr Kaustav Nayak and Dr Debasish Halder from their posts as Director of Medical Education and Director of Health Services. This decision was made after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met with junior doctors, who have been protesting for 39 days over the rape-murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor.

The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has issued the JSSC CGL Admit Card 2024 for the upcoming Jharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination. Scheduled for September 21 and 22, candidates must download their admit cards from jssc.nic.in. The exam includes three papers over two days, requiring a printed admit card and valid photo ID for entry.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has extended the registration for TS PGLCET 2024 counselling until September 24, 2024. Eligible candidates can register on the official website, lawcet.tsche.ac.in. The list of verified candidates will be displayed on September 25, and web options for phase 1 can be exercised from September 26-27, 2024. Candidates can check the direct link to apply for TS PGLCET 2024 provided here.

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has officially reduced the qualifying cut-off percentile for NEET MDS 2024 by 21.692 across all categories, including General, SC, ST, OBC, and UR-PWD. This adjustment aims to fill more seats during the upcoming MDS counselling process. Candidates should check the official MCC website for updates on revised results and counselling schedules.

The U.S. Department of Education’s final Title IX regulations mark a significant step forward in protecting students from gender bias and discrimination. By expanding protections to cover a broader range of sex-based discrimination, enhancing accountability for schools, and providing greater support to students and families, these regulations reaffirm the Department’s commitment to equity in education. The changes reflect a modern understanding of gender discrimination, ensuring that all students have the right to learn and thrive in an environment free from harassment and bias.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education has announced the AP ICET 2024 Phase 2 seat allotment results. Candidates can now check their status on the official website and are required to self-report to their respective colleges between September 17 and September 21, 2024. Colleges must notify APSCHE of any unfilled seats by September 23, 2024.

The Department of Posts has released the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2024 for various regions, available on indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. Candidates listed must proceed to document verification to secure their final appointments as Gramin Dak Sevaks. The merit list is accessible region-wise and includes details for further steps.