Cambridge, May 22: In a landmark decision, Harvard University has announced that starting in 2027, only 20% of students in any undergraduate course will be awarded ‘A’ grades. This move aims to combat grade inflation, which has made it increasingly difficult to identify exceptional talent among students. The decision was supported by 458 faculty members, … Read more
Mumbai, May 22: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced recruitment for 12,256 posts under the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination. Candidates can apply online through the official website, ssc.gov.in. The application process will remain open until June 23, 2026, with corrections allowed from June 29 to July 1, 2026. Eligibility Criteria: – Educational Qualification: … Read more
Mumbai, May 22: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is facing significant backlash from students due to multiple glitches in its On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. Issues reported include blurry scanned answer sheets, pending status despite fee payment, and server downtime during post-verification processes. Students have taken to social media to share images of their … Read more
Mumbai, May 22: A group of 19 individuals, including students, parents, and teachers, has challenged the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) Three Language Policy in the Supreme Court. The petition opposes the implementation of this policy for Class 9, which is set to take effect from the academic session 2026-27. The Supreme Court is … Read more
New Delhi, May 22: Delhi University (DU) has commenced the registration process for postgraduate programs for the academic session 2026-27, starting from May 16. The last date to apply is June 7, and interested candidates can apply through the official admission portal. According to the Registrar’s office, students currently in their third or fourth year … Read more
Mumbai, May 22: The latest government job opportunities include 2,759 positions in the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department, 635 vacancies in Punjab and Sind Bank, and 899 openings in the Border Roads Organization (BRO). The application process for these positions commenced on May 21. 1. Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department: 2,759 Positions The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services … Read more
Thiruvananthapuram, May 22: The Kerala government has announced the establishment of the country’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) department, marking a significant step in leveraging technology for governance. This initiative, named ‘AI for Governance,’ aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of government services through AI applications. The state will also set up two AI Centers … Read more
Mumbai, May 21: In a significant achievement for Taiwanese literature, author Yang Shuang-ji’s book “Taiwan Travelogue” has been awarded the International Booker Prize. The English translation of the book, done by Lin King, marks a historic moment as it is the first time a book translated from Mandarin has received this prestigious award. “Taiwan Travelogue” … Read more
Mumbai, May 20: In a significant milestone for the Indian Air Force (IAF), Squadron Leader Sanya has become the first female officer to qualify as a Category A flying instructor. This achievement was announced on May 18, marking a historic moment in the 93-year history of the IAF. Flying instructors play a crucial role in … Read more
Ajmer, May 20: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has extended the application deadline for 12th-grade students to obtain scanned copies of their answer sheets. The new deadline is now May 23, an extension from the previous date of May 22. Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj has issued the order regarding this change. Additionally, CBSE … Read more