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The GEURS 2025 rankings highlight the dominance of U.S. universities in global graduate employability, with MIT, Caltech, Stanford, and Harvard securing the top spots. The methodology behind GEURS involves employer insights, a voting process, and performance justifications, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of universities' ability to prepare students for the workforce, with over 1,000 institutions evaluated.

The Central Bank of India has announced recruitment for 253 managerial positions. Eligible candidates can apply online via the bank's official website until December 3, 2024. The online exam is set for December 14, 2024, with interviews planned for January 2025. Application fees are ₹175 + GST for reserved categories and ₹850 + GST for others. Detailed application steps are available on the official site.

The Rajasthan CET 2024 answer key for the Graduate Level Exam has been released by the RSMSSB. Candidates can now review the answer key and submit objections from November 26 to 28, 2024, with a fee of Rs. 100 per question. Objections can only be filed online through the official website. Candidates must ensure their objection references match the master question paper. Fraudulent documents will lead to legal action.

The Annual Status of Higher Education (ASHE) 2024, compiled by the CII Higher Education Committee and Deloitte, provides a comprehensive look at Maharashtra’s higher education sector. With data from the All-India Survey of Higher Education (AISHE) and Census 2011, the report highlights GER growth, doubling PhD enrolments, and rising undergraduate enrolments. However, female GER shows inconsistencies, hostel utilisation remains under 50%, and MPhil enrolments have sharply declined, signalling challenges in achieving equitable access and quality.

Karnataka's higher education sector has shown steady progress, with a growing Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) and a strong pupil-teacher ratio. Gender representation is near-equal in faculty roles, and the state boasts a diverse institutional landscape, including 75 universities and 4,430 colleges. However, certain courses like PhDs and M Phils saw enrollment declines, while postgraduate and undergraduate enrollments grew.

Despite slight improvements, a significant gender gap persists in India's top management schools, with female student enrollment remaining below 33% from 2021 to 2024. This disparity is attributed to lower female participation in entrance exams, societal pressures influencing career choices, and the dominance of male engineering graduates in the applicant pool.

The Cambridge Dictionary has chosen "manifest" as its 2024 Word of the Year, driven by its popularity among Gen-Z embracing the concept of manifestation. The word, meaning to imagine something to increase its likelihood of happening, saw a surge in usage, reflecting its evolution over centuries. Other notable words include "brat," "demure," "Goldilocks," and "ecotarian.

A recent report from Deloitte and CII highlights positive trends in India’s higher education system. The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) has steadily increased, with notable growth in female participation. The number of colleges has expanded, and postgraduate and PhD enrolments have risen significantly. However, challenges remain, including fluctuations in the pupil-to-teacher ratio. The report indicates progress in accessibility, gender parity, and academic ambition.

A viral claim on social media suggested that the Government of India had increased the retirement age of central government employees to 62, starting from April 2025. However, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) has debunked this claim, stating that no such decision has been made. The PIB clarified that the retirement age remains unchanged at 60. The incident highlights the importance of verifying information from official sources before believing or sharing such news.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has launched the web option entry process for phase 2 of the AP LAWCET counselling 2024. Candidates can complete the process on the official website until November 23, 2024. The allotment result will be announced on November 26, and reporting to colleges will be from November 27-30, 2024.

The rising cost of education in India, especially in international schools, is becoming a major concern for middle-class families. With fees ranging from Rs. 1.7 lakh to over Rs. 10 lakh annually, many parents struggle to afford schooling after taxes, insurance premiums, and other essential expenses. This growing commercialization of education prompts debates on its affordability and sustainability.

Anna University has released the Phase II revaluation results for the April/May 2024 exams for UG, PG, and PhD students on November 20, 2024. Students can check their results on the official website by entering their registration number and date of birth. The results include essential details such as grades and course information. Any discrepancies should be reported to university authorities promptly.

The Indian Navy has released the admit card for the INCET-01/2024, which is for recruitment to various civilian posts such as Fireman, Tradesman, and Chargeman. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, joinindiannavy.gov.in. The exam consists of 100 questions across four sections and will be conducted in English and Hindi. The recruitment process also includes physical tests, document verification, and medical examinations. Candidates must carry their admit card and ID proof to the exam center.

Due to rising pollution levels, schools in Rajasthan's Khairthal-Tijara district were closed from November 20 to 23. The closure, affecting students from classes 1 to 5, was prompted by hazardous air quality, with an AQI of 380 recorded in Bhiwadi. Pollution levels also reached dangerous thresholds in 26 districts, while efforts like water sprinkling and smog guns were introduced to control dust.

IDBI Bank has released a recruitment notification for 600 vacancies, including 500 Junior Assistant Managers (JAM) and 100 Specialist-Agri Asset Officers (AAO). The application period is from 21 November to 30 November 2024. Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits to apply. The selected individuals will receive a competitive salary of around Rs. 50,000 per month, with job locations across India. Interested candidates can apply through the official IDBI Bank website.

The Supreme Court has postponed the NEET PG 2024 hearing for the fourth time, now set for November 26, 2024. The case, filed by aspirants, demands transparency regarding the exam’s answer key, raw marks, and the normalisation method used for results. The petitioners are concerned about last-minute changes to the exam pattern and the lack of an SOP. The delays have left candidates frustrated as they await a resolution to their concerns.

A Delhi University (DU) student was expelled for six months for writing "scrap NTA" graffiti on campus. Initially suspended for over two months, the MA student in Russian faced a police complaint and an FIR. The Disha Students' Organisation condemned the expulsion, claiming it was part of a national protest against alleged exam irregularities by the National Testing Agency.

The Global Employability University Rankings (GEURS) 2025 highlight the world's top universities for graduate employability, with MIT leading globally. U.S. universities dominate the top spots, followed by the UK, Japan, and China. The rankings emphasize the growing influence of Asian universities and the importance of academia-industry collaboration. Indian institutions like IIT Delhi, IISc, and IIT Bombay are also featured prominently.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has been ranked among the top 250 universities globally for graduate employability, according to the Global Employability University Ranking and Survey (GEURS) 2025. The rankings, which are based on employer assessments, saw several other Indian institutions make the list, including IISc Bangalore, IIT Bombay, and IIT Kharagpur.