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The research detailed more than 50 million connections between more than 139,000 neurons - brain nerve cells - in the insect.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has extended the registration deadline for MAH CET 2024 admissions under the Non-CAP category for programs like BTech, MTech, and MBA. This extension applies to both first-year and second-year professional courses across government, aided, and private institutions in Maharashtra. Interested candidates should visit the official website, ensuring they meet eligibility criteria before applying.

Atul Kumar, an 18-year-old Dalit student from Uttar Pradesh, nearly lost his IIT Dhanbad seat due to financial constraints and a missed fee payment deadline. His case, heard by the Supreme Court, received a lifeline when Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud offered assistance. The Uttar Pradesh government stepped in, promising full financial support through scholarships. Atul’s perseverance, supported by his family’s dedication to education, has inspired his village and given him a renewed opportunity for a bright future.

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) has announced the JELET 2024 counselling schedule. Registration began today and ends on October 6. Key dates include choice filling from October 5-6, first round seat allotment results on October 8, and document verification from October 13-15. The second round of seat allotment results will be declared on October 17, with final admissions from October 18-20. Candidates should check the official website for updates.

IIT Roorkee will close the regular registration for GATE 2025 on 3 October 2024 at 11:59 PM. Applicants can register without a late fee on the official website. The GATE 2025 exam will be held in February 2025, with increased fees for late registrations until 7 October. A valid GATE score provides admission opportunities for master’s and doctoral programmes and is used by Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) for recruitment.

The BJP government has changed the school uniform colours for classes 9 and 10 in government and aided schools to light brown, chocolate, and clay-baked yellow. This replaces the current green and white uniforms, which match the BJD party symbol. The new uniforms will be introduced under the ‘Mukhyamantri Chhatra Chhatri Paridhan Yojana’ in schools where the old uniforms have not yet been stitched or distributed.

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has declared the final results for the Combined Engineering Services Examination (CESE) 2024. Candidates can check their results using their registration number and date of birth. The selection process involved a written exam, document verification, and an oral test. The final merit list, based on a 570-mark system, determines appointments in various departments, including Public Works and Highways.

Fluorescent nanodiamonds may be smaller than small but they pack a punch big enough to reverberate across many industries

Higher education in the US can be daunting due to rising costs, particularly for underprivileged students. Forbes' report highlights top colleges like Yale, Harvard, and Princeton, which offer significant grant aid and no-loan policies to ensure accessibility and reduce the financial burden for low-income families.

Non-federal financial aid, including the CSS Profile, helps US students cover college costs beyond federal aid like FAFSA. The CSS Profile, used by around 270 institutions, captures detailed financial information and supports students in securing institutional grants, loans, and scholarships. Students must renew the CSS Profile annually and follow specific steps for application.

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Results for the B.A./B.Sc. Semester-IV exams at the University of Calcutta are now available on wbresults.nic.in as of October 1, 2024. Students can check their performance by entering their roll or registration numbers. Those who failed or missed exams may reappear in later semesters, but only for theoretical papers.

The Moon will be further from the Earth than usual, so those in parts of Chile and Argentina will be able to witness a kind of ring of light coming from the Sun

A report by HirePro shows a disparity between student and employer priorities in campus placements. While students value high CGPAs, corporates prioritize practical skills, attitude, and technical proficiency. Real-world projects and adaptability are crucial, revealing a need for a more rounded candidate evaluation.

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched an e-portal for the online sale of gifts received by the CM to help with the tradition of using the income for noble purposes like girl education by selling the gifts received during public functions and various tours.

The Allahabad High Court has announced a recruitment drive for 3,306 vacancies in Group C and D posts across district courts in Uttar Pradesh for 2024. The online application process begins on 4th October 2024 and closes on 24th October 2024, with various roles available to strengthen the state's judiciary workforce.

The Directorate General of Home Guards has issued the admit card for the Delhi Home Guard Recruitment exam, scheduled for October 6, 2024, to fill 10,285 positions. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website by entering their registration number and date of birth.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Clerk Prelims Result 2024 on October 1. Candidates who appeared for the CRP-Clerks-XIV exam can check their results on the IBPS website until October 7. The preliminary exam, conducted in late August 2024, was a one-hour, 100-mark objective test, covering English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Clerk Prelims Result 2024 on October 1. Candidates who appeared for the CRP-Clerks-XIV exam can check their results on the IBPS website until October 7. The preliminary exam, conducted in late August 2024, was a one-hour, 100-mark objective test, covering English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning.