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The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released a notification for the recruitment of 345 Group A, B, and C posts, including roles like Assistant Director, Personal Assistant, and Stenographer. Applications will be accepted online from September 9 to September 30, 2024. The selection process includes a written exam, skill test, document verification, and medical examination. Interested candidates should check the BIS official website for detailed eligibility criteria and application guidelines.

The Supreme Court has instructed the National Medical Council’s expert committee to review its guidelines for assessing disabilities. This order responds to a plea by a medical aspirant denied the PwD quota due to a mental health condition. The court highlighted the need for equitable access to medical education for all students with disabilities.

A study from the United States has, for the first time, found microplastics in human brains.

On August 12, the Ministry of Education released the 2024 National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), its ninth edition. It evaluates Indian higher education institutions based on five parameters. In the Management category, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad tops the list, while the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow is ranked 7th. Eleven institutes from Uttar Pradesh are featured in this category.

The study found that those with diabetes, who took SGLT-2 inhibitors for more than two years, had a 48 per cent reduced risk of dementia

New research offer insights into how viruses have adapted to Earth’s shifting climate over the past 41,000 years.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will introduce voluntary Aadhaar-based authentication for its exams, following guidelines from the Aadhaar Act. This step aims to bolster exam integrity, particularly in the wake of controversy involving IAS Officer Puja Khedkar, who was accused of identity manipulation in the 2022 Civil Service Examination.

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the Round 3 seat allotment results for the PUBDET Counselling 2024. Registered candidates can check their results on wbjeeb.nic.in. Seat acceptance and college reporting for document verification and admission must be completed between August 28 and 30, 2024. Check the direct link here.

DSSSB Results 2021 Released: The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has announced the results for the 2021 exams for JE Civil, JE Electrical, and Stenographer Grade III posts. Candidates can check their results on the official DSSSB website. The merit list includes the roll numbers of qualified candidates who met the final cut-off marks.

Union Bank of India has opened online registration for 500 Apprenticeship posts. Eligible candidates can apply on unionbankofindia.co.in or bfsissc.com until September 17, 2024. The selection process includes an online exam, knowledge and local language tests, and a medical examination. Candidates can check important details and direct link to apply here.

Last summer's high temperatures and dry conditions led to lower rice yields in key growing regions and damaged the quality of grains

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) suspended Dr. Sandip Ghosh’s membership amid a CBI probe into the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The suspension highlights IMA's strict rules on membership termination, which can occur due to resignation, non-payment of dues, undesirable conduct, or legal convictions. Understanding these regulations is crucial for medical professionals to maintain their standing and avoid penalties, ranging from suspension to permanent removal from the association.

The application process for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) Class 6 admission in 2025 is now open. Parents can register their children on the official website until September 16, 2024. The exam dates for JNV's admission test will be announced soon. Admission depends on performance in the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST).

NASA estimates show the Antarctic ice sheet has enough ice to raise the global mean sea level by up to 58 meters.

Killing one bird species to save others has divided wildlife advocates and is reminiscent of past government efforts to save West Coast salmon by killing sea lions and cormorants.

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has revised the Round 3 2024 counselling schedule. Candidates can fill their choices from September 4 to 6. Seat allotment results will be released on September 9. Candidates must accept their seats and pay the fees by September 12. Classes are projected to begin September 15.

The ICAI has released the CA Intermediate admit cards for the September 2024 exams. Candidates can download them from icai.org. The exams will be held from September 12 to 23, 2024, with Group 1 on September 12, 14, and 17, and Group 2 on September 19, 21, and 23. Candidates can check the direct link here.

The University Grants Commission has introduced a new framework enabling universities to conduct exams for SWAYAM courses. The initiative aims to make learning more flexible and accessible. Students will now take exams at their universities. Documents guiding universities on this integration have been made available to ensure a smooth transition, making online learning seamlessly count towards academic credit.

Reflect Orbital has invited users to send in applications explaining why they need the company to provide them with sunlight at night

The Rajasthan State Medical and Dental Counselling Board has updated the NEET UG 2024 counselling schedule for MBBS and BDS admissions. The first round seat allotment result will be announced on August 30, 2024. Candidates can print allotment letters from August 31 to September 5, 2024, and must deposit the tuition fee by September 4, 2024. Reporting to allotted colleges will occur from August 31 to September 5, 2024. Subsequent counselling rounds will be announced later.