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Imposter syndrome is a psychological pattern where individuals doubt their abilities and fear being exposed as frauds, impacting both men and women in the workplace. Women often face unique challenges like discriminatory comments and lack of role models. To combat this, women can challenge stereotypes, seek mentorship, advocate for fair compensation, and build supportive networks to enhance their confidence and sense of belonging.

Kerala continues to grapple with one of India's highest youth unemployment rates, with 29.9% of the 15-29 age group unemployed, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2023-24. Key factors include a mismatch between skills and job market needs, limited job opportunities, remittance inflows, and economic challenges. The Kerala Migration Survey 2023 revealed that 30% of youth would prefer to remain unemployed rather than accept jobs below their qualifications, underscoring the need for systemic reforms.

The QS Full-Time MBA Rankings 2025 reveal Stanford GSB as the world's top MBA provider for the fifth consecutive year, followed by Wharton and Harvard. American schools dominate the rankings, with MIT Sloan moving up to fourth place. London Business School ranks as the best non-US institution. The top 10 includes prestigious schools from the US, UK, France, and Spain, highlighting strong employability and return on investment metrics across these institutions.

Legacy admissions, a long-standing practice in U.S. higher education, grant preferential treatment to applicants with family ties to alumni, predominantly at elite universities. While proponents argue it fosters tradition and alumni support, critics view it as perpetuating privilege and inequality. Recent legislative efforts and debates, particularly following the 2023 Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action, have intensified calls to abolish legacy admissions.

Harvard Business School's employment trends reveal a strong preference for consulting and finance roles among graduates over the past three years. Salaries have consistently risen, with a median base salary of $175,000 by 2023. Entrepreneurship has also gained traction, reflecting HBS's role in fostering innovation.

The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation provides insights into employment trends among India's social groups: STs, SCs, OBCs, and others. The data highlights differences in labour force participation rates, worker population ratios, and unemployment rates. Gender disparities are evident with lower female participation across all categories. Although there have been modest gains for women in workforce engagement, significant challenges remain in achieving gender equality.

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has revised its academic calendar for 2024-25 for technical institutions as per the Supreme Court's order. The ruling has allowed AICTE to extend the admission deadline for technical institutions to October 23, 2024.

The Tamil Nadu School Education Department has extended the quarterly examination holiday for all schools, with classes resuming on October 7th instead of October 3rd. This extension aims to provide students with additional time to prepare and recharge. The quarterly exams for grades 6 to 12 began on September 20th, with a break scheduled from September 28th to October 6th. The decision applies to all government, government-aided, and private schools in the state.

A total of 14 Indian full-time MBA programs have secured spots in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2025. IIM Bangalore remains India's top performer but has dropped out of the world’s top 50. Alongside IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Calcutta, and the Indian School of Business, it ranks in the top 100. Stanford Graduate School of Business retains the global number one spot.

XLRI Jamshedpur has launched the mock test for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT), set for January 5, 2024. Accessible through the official website, these mock tests help candidates understand the exam format and question types. This year, more than 250 institutions will use XAT scores for postgraduate management admissions, including four newly added associate institutes.

The tragic death of a young Ernst & Young employee in Pune has raised serious concerns about excessive workloads in India. The 26-year-old audit executive allegedly succumbed to stress from her heavy workload. This incident has triggered a government investigation into EY's practices and highlighted the widespread issue of overwork affecting millions across various sectors.

The Department of Medical Education in Madhya Pradesh has published the provisional seat allotment result for Round 2 of MP NEET UG Counselling 2024. Participants can view their results on the official website. Successful candidates are required to report to their designated colleges for admission and document verification from September 27 to October 4, 2024.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the online registration process for the National Teacher Eligibility Test (NTET) 2024. Candidates can apply for the same till October 15, 2024. The NTA will soon release details regarding the admit card and examination date. Candidates can check important details here.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, highlighting the exceptional performance of dental colleges in Maharashtra. Notably, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth emerged as the top dental institution, ranked fifth nationally, followed by other prominent colleges. The rankings underscore Maharashtra's status as a hub for dental education, with impressive placement records and median salaries for graduates, reinforcing the state's commitment to quality education in the field.

The State-Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) Assam has released important guidelines for the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE 2.0), which is scheduled for September 29, 2024. The guidelines include the dress code and other exam-day instructions. Candidates can check the guidelines for Assam ADRE 2.0 examination here.

The Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Staff Selection Board has made available the admit card for the Rajasthan Graduate Level Common Eligibility Test 2024. Scheduled for September 27 and 28, the exam will be conducted in two shifts each day. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official RSMSSB website.

The Odisha Joint Entrance Exam (OJEE) Committee has announced the provisional seat allotment results for the NEET UG 2024. Candidates can view their results on the official website, which includes application numbers, state common ranks, and assigned institutes. Additionally, the recruitment process for Medical Officers in Rajasthan will involve a written test, with application instructions also available online.

The Odisha Joint Entrance Exam (OJEE) Committee has released the provisional seat allotment results for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2024. Candidates who participated in the counseling process can check their results on the official website. The provisional list includes essential details such as application numbers, state common ranks, and allotted institutes. Instructions for accessing the list are also provided.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has begun releasing admit cards for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Havaldar examinations, allowing candidates to download their hall tickets from regional SSC websites. While admit cards for various regions have been issued, others are still pending. The SSC MTS and Havaldar exams are scheduled to be conducted between September 30 and November 14, 2024.

The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has announced the results for the 2024 Open School Higher Secondary and High School Examinations. Students can view their results online by entering their roll number on the official CGBSE website. Previously, Class 10 supplementary exam results were released on September 18, 2024.