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UGC Chairman M. Jagadesh Kumar affirmed that online education is now on par with traditional and distance learning. As top universities in India adopt online programmes, the acceptance still varies among employers and regions. Despite the growing credibility and flexibility, biases toward traditional degrees persist. Ensuring rigorous standards, additional certifications, and collaborative efforts can help bridge this gap.

Over 70,000 undergraduate, postgraduate and M.Phil students given degrees in absentia and 520 Ph.D candidates, including 90 gold medal-winners, receive their degrees in person

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the exam city details for Paper 2 of the Junior Engineer (JE) Exam 2024. Admit cards will be available starting October 30, 2024. Candidates can check and download their exam city information from SSC’s official website, ssc.gov.in. Check details here.

Gen Zs are taking over the workplaces and challenging the traditional norms. They are leading the charts to compel the workspace trends to alter. A recent LinkedIn report highlighted their preferences for learning and development opportunities at the workplace. Approximately 53% of the young workforce are leaning towards L&D opportunities at the organisations. The question that resurfaces with this is: Is upskilling a much-needed factor to carve a niche for yourself in the volatile job market or is it just a trend that the current generation is wrapping itself with? Dive into the article to find out.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has opened registration for the FMGE December 2024 exam. Eligible candidates can apply on natboard.edu.in until November 18, 2024. The exam is scheduled for January 12, 2025, and results are expected by February 12, 2025. Check important details here.

Preclinical studies of an insulin candidate named NNC2215 have shown promise; this smart insulin can alter its own activity in response to glucose concentration in the body

The Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Uttar Pradesh, has reopened the UP NEET PG counselling 2024 registration portal. Eligible candidates can register online at upneet.gov.in until November 4, 2024. For more details, candidates can refer to the notice available on the official website.

One million cases of human leptospirosis are reported every year resulting in an estimated 60,000 deaths, while vaccination is a cost-effective and secure preventive measure to combat this disease, the current killed vaccine only provides short-term immunity specific to certain strains of the zoonotic disease, say scientists

The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC) in Bihar is set to release the Bihar Police Constable Result 2024 on its new website, csbc.bihar.gov.in. Candidates who took the recruitment exam on multiple dates in August 2024 can check and download their results once announced, with the exam held in pen-and-paper format.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) will announce the results for the CA Foundation and Intermediate September 2024 exams on October 30, 2024. Candidates can access their results on the official website, icai.org, by entering their registration and roll numbers. Detailed steps for checking results are provided, encouraging students to stay updated through the official site.

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has significantly increased the total vacancies for the Group 4 services recruitment examination from 6,244 to 9,491. The results, announced on October 28, 2024, followed several updates to the vacancy count throughout September and October. Candidates can check the results and detailed vacancy information on the TNPSC website, tnpsc.gov.in.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the registration process for JEE Main 2025. The application window will close on November 22, 2024, at 9 PM. The first session exam is scheduled from January 22 to January 31, 2025, and will be conducted in 13 languages. Admit cards will be available three days before the exam. Candidates can check the direct link to apply for the JEE Main 2025.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has introduced updates for JEE Main 2025, revising the tie-breaking rules and opening registration on October 28, 2024. Unlike previous years, age and application numbers will no longer resolve ties, with rankings determined solely by candidates’ exam performance. Scheduled from January 22 to 31, the exam will be offered in 13 languages, and admit cards will be accessible three days prior.

The Uttarakhand Board of Secondary Education (UBSE) has released the provisional UTET 2024 answer key for both Paper I and II on its official website. Conducted on October 24, the exam consisted of 150 questions per paper. Candidates can review the key and submit objections by November 13, 2024. The final answer key will be published after expert review.

When medicinal foods are regulated as foods, they are subjected to lower efficacy and safety standards than if they were medicines, putting consumers at risk

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released results for 3069 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts in the Haryana Education Department. Conducted in October 2024, this recruitment process includes results for roles such as Assistant Director and Senior Apprenticeship Supervisor. Additionally, revised results for PGT positions in Political Science and Physical Education for the ROH and Mewat cadres were announced. Full details are available on the HPSC’s official website.

Australia's Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) offers Indian graduates aged 30 or younger a unique opportunity to live and work in Australia for up to two years. Launched under the Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA), MATES simplifies the visa application process by eliminating the need for employer sponsorship. With flexible employment options and a focus on critical sectors, this initiative enhances career prospects and promotes international experience for Indian students.

A recent report reveals that 70% of Indian students opting to study abroad are pursuing degrees in STEM fields, with Europe emerging as a preferred destination. The region’s affordable tuition fees, diverse cultures, and increasing scholarship opportunities attract Indian students seeking high-quality education. In comparison to other popular destinations like the United States, Canada, and Australia, Europe offers a compelling blend of academic excellence and cultural experiences, despite language barriers in non-English-speaking countries.