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Scientists found prokaryotes are remarkably resilient to climate change – and as a result, could increasingly dominate marine environments

The Ministry of Education announced the NIRF Rankings 2024, listing top colleges in India. St. Xavier's College Kolkata secured the 6th position, down from 5th in 2023. The college showed improvement in Teaching, Learning, and Resources, Research and Professional Practice, and Perception. Despite slight declines in other areas, the institution remains highly reputable.

The Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings on August 12, with Jamia Hamdard securing the top position in the pharmacy category. The rankings, introduced in 2015, evaluate institutions based on key criteria such as teaching quality and research. This year’s list highlights shifts among India's leading pharmacy colleges.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the seat allotment result for the first round of Bihar ITICAT 2024 counselling. Candidates can check their results on the official website. The seat allotment is based on exam ranks, preferences, and seat availability. Document verification for round 1 is scheduled from August 18 to August 24, 2024. Unsatisfied candidates can participate in the next round, with further schedules to be announced soon.

Is it possible to terraform Mars – that is, transform it to resemble the Earth and support life?

The NIRF Rankings 2024 have been released, showcasing the top dental colleges in India. Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, tops the list with a score of 81.83, followed by Manipal College of Dental Sciences and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences. The rankings highlight a shift in performance compared to 2023. The NIRF, introduced in 2015, now includes 16 categories with new additions like Open University and Skill University.

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, with National Law School of India University topping the list of law colleges. The rankings saw Symbiosis Law School advance to 5th place, while IIT Kharagpur improved to 7th. Gujarat National Law University and Siksha 'O' Anusandhan experienced slight declines. The top four law colleges remained unchanged from last year.

The Ministry of Education has released the list of India's top universities for 2024, introducing new parameters such as "Innovation," "Open Universities," and "State Public Universities." The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) evaluated based on several criteria, including Teaching, Learning, Resources, and Research. Anna University, Jadavpur University, and Savitribai Phule Pune University are among the top-ranked institutions.

Current regulations mean that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) cannot be released out of containment without going through a complex and vigorous process

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has released the supplementary exam results for Classes 8, 10, and 12. Students can access their results on the official PSEB website, pseb.ac.in, using their roll number. The Class 10 exams saw a pass rate of 97.24%, with girls outperforming boys. For Class 12, the pass percentage was 93.04%, with female students achieving a higher rate. The supplementary exams offered students a chance to clear their pending subjects.

LIC Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) is closing its online application process for Junior Assistant positions today, August 14, 2024. Interested and eligible candidates must ensure their applications are accurate and complete by the deadline. To apply, visit LIC HFL's official website and follow the registration steps. The application fee is INR 800.

The CBSE has revised its Affiliation Bye-Laws to mandate the use of NCERT textbooks for schools, effective immediately. The new guidelines, detailed in Chapter 2, Clause 2.4.7, require schools to use NCERT or SCERT books for Classes I to VIII and CBSE books for Classes IX to XII. Schools must also ensure that all supplementary materials and digital content align with national frameworks and avoid objectionable content. A list of prescribed books must be published on school websites.

The University of Allahabad has extended the UG admission registration deadline for CUET UG 2024 to August 20, 2024, due to increased student demand. Candidates can register, update profiles, choose courses, and pay fees by the new deadline. The process includes a two-phase counseling based on CUET UG scores.

On Tuesday, IIT Guwahati signed an MoU with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in India to boost cultural and educational exchange between India and Taiwan. This partnership aims to integrate Mandarin instruction into IITG's curriculum, enhance cultural understanding, and expand academic and research opportunities, particularly in the semiconductor sector. TECC will aid in recruiting Mandarin teachers and establishing a Taiwan Education Centre at IITG.

Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) has announced a recruitment drive for approximately 391 non-executive vacancies, including positions like Junior Engineer, Foreman, and Junior Chemist. The application process, which began on August 8, will close on September 7 at 6 PM. Interested candidates should apply online through the official GAIL career site, ensuring all eligibility criteria are met.

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Results: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the results for the ICAR AIEEA-PG and AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2024 exams, held on 29th June 2024. These exams, crucial for admissions to Postgraduate and Doctoral Degree Programs under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), were conducted in 170 centres across 91 cities. Candidates can now access their scorecards on the NTA website using their Application number and Date of Birth.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) will commence NEET UG 2024 counselling registrations for the first round today, August 14, 2024. Eligible candidates can apply online until August 20, 2024, for 15% All India Quota MBBS and BDS seats. The seat allotment results will be announced on August 23, 2024.

UGC NET Exam date rescheduled: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has rescheduled the UGC NET June 2024 exam originally set for 26th August to 27th August due to Shri Krishna Janmashtami. The exam, covering 83 subjects, will still be held in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format across India between 21st August and 4th September 2024. Candidates can check the official NTA websites for updates on the exam city intimation slip and admit card.