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The West Bengal Medical Counseling Committee has declared the WB UG AYUSH 2024 seat allotment result. Candidates can view their Round 1 results on the official website and need to report to their allotted colleges by September 18 for document verification and admission. Registration for Round 2 starts on September 27.

The National Testing Agency has extended the objection window for UGC NET 2024 answer key until September 14, 2024. Candidates can raise objections via the official website by paying ₹200 per question. Students are unhappy with numerous errors in the provisional answer key and high fees, sparking widespread protests and concerns about exam reliability.

The Telangana State Council for Higher Education has released the TS ICET 2024 Phase 1 allotment results. Candidates can now check their results and download allotment orders from the official website. Allotted students need to report to colleges between September 14 and 17. Registration for the final phase of counselling begins on September 20.

The Railway Recruitment Board has commenced the registration for Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Posts recruitment from September 14. Eligible graduates can apply online until October 13. The recruitment seeks to fill 8,113 positions, including Station Master and Goods Train Manager roles. The selection process includes two stages of Computer-Based Tests and additional tests based on the role.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has announced the results for the 2024 Class 10 and Class 12 On-Demand Examinations conducted from July to September. Students can check their results online using their enrollment numbers. Mark sheets and migration certificates will be available at Active Learning Centers or sent to registered home addresses for those who canceled ALS enrollment.

The CG TET Result 2024 has been officially released by the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board. To qualify, general category candidates need a minimum score of 60%, whereas OBC, SC, and ST candidates require at least 55%. Instructions for checking results are provided on the CPEB website.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education has released the AP PECET 2024 seat allotment result. Candidates can check their results online. This counselling process is for admissions to Bachelor and Diploma courses in Physical Education for 2024-25. Steps include downloading the allotment order, reporting to colleges, document verification, and paying admission fees.

This feature article compares the University of Washington (UW) and Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence degrees, based on the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024. It examines key subject areas, course offerings, tuition fees, and scholarship opportunities at each institution. The comparison highlights the unique strengths of each university, helping prospective students make an informed decision about their educational and career paths in these rapidly evolving fields.

The CBSE has issued show-cause notices to 27 schools in Rajasthan and Delhi for violating affiliation by-laws. Inspections revealed issues with enrollment and attendance records, including a higher number of students not attending classes and discrepancies in records. Some schools also flouted infrastructure norms, prompting the need for clarifications from the affected institutions.

The University of Chicago, ranked 21st globally, is a prestigious private research institution known for its academic excellence. Established in 1856, it attracts around 16,000 students, including many international ones. Let's explore the scholarship opportunities available at the University of Chicago, alongside its diverse programs across undergraduate, graduate, MBA, and PhD levels.

IIM Bangalore and IIM Kozhikode, both top-ranked in the NIRF 2024 with IIMB at 2nd and IIMK at 3rd, are premier management institutes in India. Since 2021, they've consistently ranked in the top 5. Beyond their faculty and facilities, their placement records are a key differentiator. This comparison focuses on their placement performance.

A proposed ban on children under 16 from social media by the Australian government may seem like a solution for parents but could worsen the youth mental health crisis. Instead, experts suggest a cooperative approach involving governments, tech companies, and communities to create safer online environments. This includes "safety-by-design" principles, tighter regulations, and education for children to handle online risks. Engaging children in building these safer digital spaces is key to their well-being and growth.

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla awarded degrees to 333 students at Sardar Patel University, Mandi's first convocation, honoring 36 top achievers with medals. He praised the university's swift progress, including its adoption of the National Education Policy 2020 and the Indian Knowledge Tradition Cell. Shukla emphasized education's lifelong value and India's future economic growth. Guest of Honour Rajiv Ahuja, Director of IIT Ropar, highlighted the importance of research, multidisciplinary education, and technological innovation for global leadership.

The Rajasthan Education Department has introduced a new initiative to award school students marks for good behavior and tree plantation. Students from Class V to XII will receive additional marks in their final exams based on their performance in these areas. The aim is to improve academic levels and promote environmental awareness.

The CAT 2024 registration deadline has been extended to September 20. Candidates can apply online at iimcat.ac.in. The admit cards will be released on November 5, and the exam will be held on November 24 in three shifts.

Is Engineering enrollment declining in India? A 10% drop in engineering enrollments from 2016-17 to 2020-21 is attributed to intense competition, high costs, diminishing job opportunities, and the rise of alternative fields. Here's all you need to know.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the ninth edition of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024. The rankings highlighted the top law colleges in India, with the National Law School of India University leading, followed by National Law University and Nalsar University of Law. Notable Delhi institutions like National Law University and Jamia Millia Islamia also ranked highly. For more details, including fee structures and placement records, refer to the official NIRF 2024 report.

The Haryana Board of School Education (BSEH) has released the 2024 Improvement Exam schedules for Class 10 and 12. The exams will begin on October 16, with Class 10 ending on October 24 and Class 12 concluding on November 9. Date sheets are available on the BSEH website at bseh.org.in. Candidates can download and print the schedules directly from the site.

Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, and his wife Sudha Murthy, devoted over three and a half hours each evening to reading with their children, as revealed in a recent Times Algebra post. Murthy emphasized that "Parents can’t watch movies and ask children to study," highlighting the need for a disciplined home environment. Their commitment to co-reading underscores the significant impact of parental involvement on children's academic success and personal development.

The CBSE has opened applications for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (CSSS). Eligible students can apply on the National Scholarship Portal until October 31. The scholarship aims to support meritorious students from underprivileged backgrounds.