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02 Oct

UPSC Invites Applications for 480 Posts in Engineering Services Exam 2027; Apply Before October 6

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The Union Public Service Commission has opened the application window for the Engineering Services Examination 2027 to fill a total of 480 vacancies, with the final deadline to submit applications set for October 6. Aspirants must apply through the official website, upsconline.nic.in, keeping in mind that the preliminary exam will take place on January 31, 2027, followed by the main exam on June 18, 2027. Out of the total openings, 19 seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, which include 11 for locomotor disabilities like leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy, six for hard of hearing…

10 Dec

NHRCPO observed International Human Rights Day with a youth empowerment event at St. George High School

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The National Human Rights and Corruption Prevention Organisation (NHRCPO), a NITI Aayog–recognized NGO founded in 2022, commemorated International Human Rights Day on 10th December at St. George's High School in Kolkata. Over 400 students, educators, and local residents participated in the event, themed "Rights for All: Ending Corruption's Grip," highlighting the link between graft and rights violations in everyday life.The program commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting and recitations from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Dr. Ruma Gomes, NHRCPO's National President, delivered the keynote: "In India, corruption undermines access to education and justice—our youth must champion transparency through awareness and…

29 Nov

NIa spl court convicts 2 more accused in lucknow al-qaeda terror conspiracy case

Sonakshi SarkarEducation

New Delhi, 29th November 2025: A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has convicted two more accused in the Lucknow Al-Qaeda terror conspiracy case. Mohd. Mustaqueem and Shakeel, both residents of Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), were convicted by the NIA court under section 25 (1B)(a) of the Arms Act read with section 120B of IPC. The Special Court at Lucknow sentenced the duo for the period of 20 months. A fine of Rs. 5000 each has also been imposed against them. Earlier, on 30th October 2025, the court had convicted one Mohammad Moid of Lucknow in the same case, related…

29 Nov

Operation Sindoor is a brilliant example of civil-military fusion; Administrative machinery worked seamlessly with the Armed Forces to build public confidence: Raksha Mantri at LBSNAA

Sonakshi SarkarEducation

“Operation Sindoor is a brilliant example of civil-military fusion where the administrative machinery worked seamlessly with the Armed Forces to communicate vital information and build public confidence,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh as he called upon the young civil servants to understand their crucial role in safeguarding national interests, and, like the brave soldiers, always stay ready for such critical situations. He was addressing the valedictory ceremony of the 100th Common Foundation Course at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand on November 29, 2025. A person speaking into a microphoneDescription automatically generated Raksha…

28 Nov

Assam Bags Bronze Medal For Swachh Pavilion At IITF 2025

Sonakshi SarkarEducation, Featured

Assam has secured the bronze medal for Swachh Pavilion at the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.The award was presented to Umesh Kumar, director of the Assam Pavilion, by officials of the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) during the closing ceremony of the fair on Thursday. “The pavilion earned recognition for its high standards of cleanliness, maintenance and visitor-friendly layout —criteria central to the Swachh Pavilion awards aimed at promoting hygiene and sustainability at one of India’s largest trade exhibitions,” an official said. The IITF 2025, which was organised from November 14,…

27 Nov

28,000 teaching positions are unfilled, and about 1,400 Assamese schools lack restrooms and drinking water

Sonakshi SarkarEducation

The Assam Assembly was informed by the education minister that close to 1,400 government-run primary and middle schools in the state’s char and rural areas continue to operate without basic drinking water and toilet facilities, exposing glaring infrastructure gaps in the education sector. Additionally, nearly 28,000 teaching positions remain vacant across these regions. Responding to a question raised by Congress MLA Wajed Ali Choudhury during Question Hour, Education Minister Ranoj Pegu said 1,391 Lower Primary (LP) and Middle English (ME) schools currently lack functional drinking water or toilet infrastructure. Of these, 347 schools have no drinking water facilities at all,…

25 Nov

Assam Christian Forums Expresses Serious Concern About the Fee Regulation Bill, Fearing the Erosion of Missionary Education Legacy and Minority Rights

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Education

The Assam Christian Forums (ACF), representing Christian communities and their rights across the state, today expressed profound alarm at the Assam Cabinet's approval of the Assam Private Educational Institutions (Regulation of Fees) Amendment Bill, 2025. This proposed law, set for tabling in the Assembly on November 25, would strip away long-standing protections for minority-run schools, by allowing unchecked government control over their fee structures.In simple terms, the Bill ends the previous hands-off approach for minority schools and hands the state sweeping powers to fix fees, monitor collections, and intervene at will. For Christian missionary institutions – which have been pillars…

17 Feb

Unversity of Science and Technology Meghlaya degrees fake: Himanta

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Training guns on USTM once again, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday levelled sensational allegations against the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), claiming that the institution has been “issuing fake certificates and degrees” to students. The Assam chief minister made the allegation before mediapersons here on Sunday amid queries regarding the university’s “increasing financial liabilities of late”. “The academic system at USTM is fraudulent, and the institution has been issuing fake certificates to students. The degrees, including PhDs, are allegedly being sold at the institution. There are no proper exams,” Sarma alleged. Further, taking a dig…

13 Jan

Dr. Bhagwat Criticizes Regulatory Rigidity in Education

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RSS Chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concerns over the stringent regulatory framework in India's education system, emphasizing the need for flexibility to foster innovation and holistic development. He highlighted that excessive regulations hinder the growth of educational institutions and impede the cultivation of critical thinking among students. Dr. Bhagwat advocated for an education system that not only imparts knowledge but also instills values and encourages independent thought. He called for a collaborative approach involving educators, policymakers, and society to create an environment conducive to learning and personal growth. His remarks have sparked discussions on the necessity of educational reforms…

21 Nov

Recently CBSE announces Class 10 and 12 Board exams date sheet

Ashish MajumderEducation

On Wednesday The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released the Board examination schedule for Class 10 and Class 12 students. In fact as per the schedule, the examination of both Class 10 and 12 will commence from February 15, 2025. “For the first time, the date sheets have been issued nearly 86 days before the start of the examinations,” CBSE actually said. This is very important news especially for all Class 10 and Class 12 students. Today students have become very serious in their studies and for this reason they want to perform well in their board exams. Actually…