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West Bengal Schools Face Teacher Shortage Amid Census Duties

Government schools in West Bengal are reducing teaching days and using weekly rosters as many teachers are assigned Census duties starting August 2026, worsening existing shortages.

NMC Details Eligibility Rules for Medical Faculty Appointments

The National Medical Commission clarifies how medical faculty eligibility is determined under the 2025 regulations, guiding colleges and hospitals on appointment and promotion processes.

Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized Amid Jantar Mantar Protest Tensions

Sonam Wangchuk was moved to Safdarjung Hospital after 21 days of hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. Protesters and student groups condemn police actions and call for wider demonstrations.

Maharashtra Forms Committee to Explore Online Government Exams

Maharashtra government has set up a high-level committee to study shifting government exams to online mode, aiming to modernize exam processes statewide.

NTA to Offer NEET Scorecards via DigiLocker Soon

The National Testing Agency is developing a DigiLocker system to help NEET candidates access past scorecards securely, addressing concerns over lost records.

TISS Faces Backlash Over CUET PG Score Normalisation Formula

TISS Mumbai's new CUET PG score normalisation method has sparked controversy among applicants, who claim it unfairly altered admission outcomes and was revealed only after merit lists were published.

BIT Mesra and IIT Bhubaneswar Forge Five-Year Research Partnership

BIT Mesra and IIT Bhubaneswar have signed a five-year agreement to boost joint research, student and faculty exchanges, and innovation collaborations.

CJP Founder Abhijit Dipke Starts Hunger Strike After Wangchuk Hospitalized

Abhijit Dipke, founder of Cockroach Janata Party, began an indefinite hunger strike following activist Sonam Wangchuk's transfer to Safdarjung Hospital amid ongoing protests over NEET exam issues.

Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Education System Over Paper Leaks

Rahul Gandhi claims 7.5 crore students have been affected by exam paper leaks, blaming corruption and political influence in India's education system.

Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized After 21 Days of Hunger Strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized after 21 days of fasting during a protest demanding accountability in the NEET exam. His health worsened amid calls for political change.

Retirees Diversify Beyond Fixed Deposits for Income Security

With longer retirements and rising costs, retirees are combining fixed deposits, Senior Citizens’ Savings Scheme, and mutual funds to secure steady income and growth.

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026: Registration and Seat Details

The MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling process opens for 15% All India Quota seats and central universities, with over 1.36 lakh MBBS seats available. Learn how to register, fees, and reservation rules.

SEBI Eases Mutual Fund Withdrawals in Demat Accounts

SEBI has introduced new rules allowing investors to automate systematic withdrawals and transfers for mutual funds held in demat accounts, simplifying investment management.

Filing ITR-3 After Missing ITR-1 or ITR-2 Deadline

Missing the July 31 deadline for ITR-1 or ITR-2 does not allow filing ITR-3 by August 31 unless you have business income. Learn the rules and penalties for late tax filing.

ICAR UG Agriculture Counselling Schedule 2026 Released

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has announced the 2026 counselling schedule for undergraduate agriculture and allied sciences admissions, with registration starting July 26.

IIT Madras Zanzibar Awards 3,518 Degrees at 63rd Convocation

IIT Madras Zanzibar campus awarded 3,518 degrees, including 511 PhDs, at its 63rd convocation with President Hussein Ali Mwinyi as chief guest. The event highlighted the campus’s growth and 100% MTech placement.

Reliance Industries Q1 Profit Drops 22% Despite Revenue Growth

Reliance Industries reported a 22% fall in net profit to ₹20,946 crore in Q1FY27, while revenue rose 25% to ₹3.11 lakh crore, marking its highest-ever quarterly revenue.

Jio Platforms Revenue Grows 12%, ARPU Nears ₹216 in Q1 FY27

Jio Platforms expanded its 5G subscriber base to 285 million and boosted average revenue per user to ₹215.6 in Q1 FY27, reflecting strong growth in India’s digital market.

Reliance JioStar EBITDA Grows 30.7% to ₹933 Crore in Q1 FY27

Reliance Industries’ JioStar business reported ₹10,946 crore revenue in Q1 FY27, with EBITDA rising 30.7% year-on-year and JioHotstar reaching 530 million average monthly users.

Reliance Retail Q1 Profit Falls 14% Despite Revenue Growth

Reliance Retail's Q1 FY27 revenue rose 8.2% year-on-year to ₹79,745 crore, but profit declined 14% with a contraction in EBITDA margin to 7.9%.