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As digitization rapidly transforming the education sector in India, online education has significantly expanded, especially in tier-2 cities. This shift is making quality education more accessible to people at the grassroots level, according to a study by Classplus, a startup specializing in educational technology.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will close KCET 2024 registration for medical, dental, and AYUSH courses today, August 19, at 10 AM. Eligible candidates must register online and complete document verification at the KEA office between 11 AM and 2 PM. All counselling will be conducted online, following NMC and NCISM guidelines.

The Faculty Association of AIIMS (FAIMS), Delhi, has requested the institute’s director to improve the Student Wellness Centre and on-campus extracurricular facilities to better support the mental health of students. This appeal follows a survey revealing high rates of mental health issues among medical students, highlighting the need for enhanced wellbeing resources and community engagement opportunities.

The Odisha Undergraduate NEET Counselling 2024 provisional merit list was released on August 18, 2024. A total of 5,417 candidates are eligible to participate in the MBBS/BDS counselling for state and NRI quota seats. Applicants can access the merit list from the official website or the direct link provided here. The last date to submit doubts, or queries regarding rank or merit, is August 19, 2024, by 5 PM.

The manifestations of depression appear as faulty brain patterns that, a study has found, psychiatrists often don’t account for

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Group-C CET Mains exam, held on 18 August 2024. Candidates can access the answer key on the HSSC website and submit objections online until 19 August 2024, 11:59 PM. To raise objections, candidates must log in to the HSSC portal, provide detailed information and supporting evidence. The commission will consider objections received within the deadline and make final evaluations accordingly.

As CAT 2024 approaches, aspirants must prepare strategically to succeed. This guide outlines a three-month preparation plan, starting with a thorough understanding of the CAT syllabus, followed by targeted strategies for each section: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA). Emphasis is placed on building a strong foundation, taking mock tests, analysing performance, and mastering time management to excel in the exam.

The Madhya Pradesh government has ordered strict action against Madrasas imparting religious education to non-Muslim children without consent, citing Article 28 (3) of the Indian Constitution. The order, issued on August 16, mandates stopping government grants and taking legal action against such institutions. Education Minister Uday Pratap Singh announced investigations into Madrasas following complaints about forced religious education. Congress spokesperson Abbas Hafeez criticised the government, accusing it of disturbing communal harmony.

The JEECUP 2024 round 4 seat allotment results were announced on 17th August 2024. Candidates can check their results on the official website, jeecup.admissions.nic.in, using their application number and date of birth. Those allotted seats must complete document verification by 22nd August and pay the acceptance fee by 22nd August. The deadline for seat withdrawal is 24th August. This round is vital for securing admission into polytechnic courses in Uttar Pradesh.

Radiologists across India observed a nationwide strike on 17th August 2024, protesting the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old female trainee doctor at Kolkata’s R.G. Kar Medical College. Organised by the Indian Radiological & Imaging Association (IRIA), the strike was supported by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) to demand justice and improved security measures for healthcare workers. The medical community urged the government to take immediate action to prevent such tragedies in the future.

A second full moon in a single month is usually called a blue moon, but there are other ways in which the moon can be blue

The Karnataka government has increased MBBS course fees in private medical colleges by 10% for the 2024-25 academic year. Government quota seats will now cost Rs 1,40,621, while private seats will be Rs 11,88,161. This rise addresses rising operational costs but does not affect government medical college fees, which remain at Rs 50,000. The decision follows a request from private colleges for a higher increase and unresolved discussions on seat sharing and financial constraints.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has announced the Round 1 UG seat allotment results for 2024, based on CUET UG scores. Candidates can check and download their results from the BHU website. Those allotted seats must pay the admission fee by August 20, 5 pm, to secure their place. Failure to do so will result in seat cancellation. Shortlisted candidates need to bring necessary documents for verification during reporting.

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board will conduct the UP Constable written examination on August 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31, 2024. Candidates must arrive at least two hours before the exam and carry their Admit Card and valid ID. Prohibited items include electronic gadgets, text materials, and food. Strict legal action will be taken against rule violations and impersonation attempts. Candidates are advised to follow all guidelines to ensure a smooth exam process.

The registration and choice-filling process for NEET MDS 2024 round 3 counselling ends today, August 18. Candidates must complete the process by 11:55 PM. Seat allotment based on rank, availability, and reservation will occur on August 19-20, with results announced on August 21. Successful candidates must report to their allotted institutes from August 22-28, with data verification on August 29-30. A stray vacancy round will follow in early September.

Mangalore Institute of Technology and Engineering (MITE) secured two 'Best Project of the Year' awards at the 47th Series Student Project Programme by the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology. The projects, one in Computer Science and another in Electronics and Communication, showcased innovative solutions in healthcare and robotics. This marks the fifth consecutive year MITE has won this prestigious award, highlighting its commitment to fostering academic excellence and research innovation.

Medical aspirants across Maharashtra were thrown into panic on Saturday morning after the CET Cell mistakenly disqualified thousands of students from MBBS admissions due to an incorrect age cutoff. The error, which set the cutoff year as 2006 instead of 2007, caused significant distress among students. The CET Cell corrected the mistake by the afternoon following widespread complaints. This issue has reportedly occurred in previous years as well.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the final seat matrix for NEET UG 2024 counselling. With over 1,000 candidates shifted to the NRI category, the first round of choice filling will close on August 20. The article provides a detailed breakdown of MBBS seats in central universities, including quotas for IP University and CW (children/widows of Armed Forces personnel). Seat allotment results will be declared on August 23.

Did you know that helium is the first alien element, so as to say? This means that its existence elsewhere was discerned much before it was actually discovered here on our planet. A.S.Ganesh traces back to Guntur on August 18, 1868 to tell you this story…

Pregnant lemurs nibble on tamarind leaves to aid milk production, and pregnant elephants in Kenya eat the leaves of some plants of the Boraginaceae family to induce delivery.