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The British Council in collaboration with the UK government's GREAT Britain campaign has introduced the GREAT Scholarships 2024, offering Indian students postgraduate opportunities in various UK universities. With 25 institutions participating, the scholarships cover fields like Finance, Law, Science, and Technology, providing financial support of at least £10,000 each. These scholarships aim to enhance access to UK education for Indian students and reinforce the strong ties between the two countries.

The APPSC Group 2 Prelims 2024 hall ticket is now available for download. The exam is scheduled for February 25, 2024. It consists of a two-stage written test with a maximum score of 450 marks. The preliminary round covers General Studies, Mental Ability, Current Affairs, History, Indian Society, Geography, and Indian History.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the answer key and candidates' response sheet for the Junior Secretariat Assistant/Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2019 & 2020. The computer-based exam was held on February 9, 2024. Candidates can log in to the official website at ssc.nic.in to check and download them.

The Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) has released the ATMA 2024 admit card. Candidates can download it from the official website. The exam is for admission to MBA, PGDM, MMS, MCA, and PGDBA courses. Admit card is mandatory for entry to the exam hall.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is set to conduct the Bihar Teacher Competency Test, known as BSEB Sakshamta Pariksha 2024, on February 26, 2024. Admit cards for the exam have been released on the official website. Applicants can download their admit cards from the website and must have them countersigned by their District Program Officer (Establishment) to be considered valid. Applicants are advised to adhere to the guidelines mentioned on the admit card.

The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Board (UP Board) is gearing up for the Class 10th and 12th Board examinations from February 22 to March 9, 2024, implementing stringent security measures to combat cheating. Innovations like secret QR codes, computerized logos, and specialized colour-coding on answer sheets aim to thwart copying. Additionally, the introduction of computerized identity cards for invigilators enhances exam integrity. Command and Control Centers across regional hubs ensure comprehensive monitoring, reflecting the board's commitment to fair examinations.

The Bihar School Examination Board has started the Bihar Class 10 board exam 2024. Over 16 lakh students are appearing across 1500+ centres in 38 districts. Examination guidelines and strict security measures are in place.

The Andhra Pradesh District Selection Committee (AP DSC) announces teacher recruitment for 6100 vacancies across various positions. Interested candidates can apply via the official website by specific deadlines, with exam dates set between March 15-30, 2024. Positions include School Assistants, Secondary Grade Teachers, Principals, Post Graduate Teachers, Trained Graduate Teachers, and Physical Directors. The recruitment process involves a Computer-Based Written Test and adherence to government-specified criteria. Age limits and exam structures vary by position.

The Maharashtra Jalsampada Vibhag released the Final Answer Key for Direct Recruitment 2023 examination held from December 27 to 31, 2023, and January 1 & 2, 2024. Candidates can check the answer key on the official website wrd.maharashtra.gov.in. The vacancies include posts like Canal Inspector/Daftar Karkoon, Civil Engineering Assistant, Assistant Draftsman, Geological Assistant.

The ICAR has released the result of the IARI Technician recruitment exam held on January 8, 2024. The exam aims to fill 641 technician posts. Candidates can check the result on the official website or use the DIRECT LINK provided.

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment Board is set to conduct the Police Constable Exam 2024 across 47 centres in Gorakhpur district on February 17th and 18th. With stringent security measures, including eye scanning for entry, and logistical arrangements like increased transport, the exam aims to fill 60,244 Constable positions. Shift timings are from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Admit cards are available online for registered candidates.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has invited online applications for RSMSSB Recruitment 2024 for the posts of Hostel Superintendent Grade-II (SJED) 2024 and Hostel Superintendent (Minority Affairs Dept.) 2024. Interested candidates can check the detailed notification for application dates, apply online, and get more information about vacancy details, age limit, application fees, and selection process on the official website.

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has announced the examination schedule for various recruitment positions, including Manager, Deputy Manager, Junior Judicial Assistant, Junior Engineer, PGT (Fine/Arts/Painting), Craft Instructor, Personal Assistant, and others. The exams are scheduled to take place from March 2nd to 10th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 30th, and 31st, 2024, across different shifts.

CBSE Board Exams 2024 to have over 39 lakh students from 26 countries appearing. Exams for Class 10 to end on March 13 and Class 12 on April 2, 2024. 5,80,192 students set to take the exams with 877 centers in Delhi.

The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) 2023 December session results, released by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), indicate a challenging scenario for candidates. Out of 38,355 examinees, approximately 77% failed, with only 22% passing the test. This pass percentage, although low, shows a slight increase compared to previous sessions.

The Civil Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) comprises two main stages: the Preliminary Exam and the Main Exam. The Prelims serve as a screening test and consist of two objective type papers, each carrying 200 marks, with a total of 400 marks. The marks obtained in the Prelims are not counted for the final ranking but are used to select candidates for the Main Exam.

Srinivasan discusses the impact of post-COVID and geo-political crises on the globalization of supply chains. He highlights the need to prioritize security in supply chain decisions and mentions vaccines as an example. The incumbent of the chair will focus on studying these issues.

Under the Nutana Unnata Abhilasha (NUA) Odisha scholarship scheme, students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at state universities, government and non-government aided colleges are eligible for financial aid. However, students whose parents pay income taxes or hold permanent government positions are ineligible for the scholarship.

A viral video on X challenges the notion of J.K. Rowling's alleged bigotry as a teacher skillfully changes a student's opinion. Through empathetic dialogue and factual discussion, the teacher dismantles prejudices, explaining the nuances of Rowling's controversial statements and the importance of critical thinking in navigating sensitive topics.

The UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board, Lucknow, will conduct the UP Police Constable Exam 2024 on February 17 and February 18, 2024. With the exam dates approaching rapidly, the anticipation may be high. However, aspiring constables, there's no need to panic. Rather than succumbing to anxiety, it's the opportune time to strategize and optimize your remaining preparation.