Education News Updates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a re-examination for CUET-UG 2024 on July 19, 2024, due to challenges made by students regarding the provisional answer key. The re-test will be conducted in CBT mode. Affected aspirants can download their admit cards from the NTA's official website.

Amid controversy over IAS Puja Khedkar, another officer, Abhishek Singh, is accused of using a fake disability certificate to pass the UPSC exam. Despite resigning to become an actor, social media videos show him active despite his claimed locomotor disability. Singh defended himself, attributing the backlash to his support for reservations.

Radha Awasthi, a farmer's daughter from Uttar Pradesh, cracked the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2023 with an impressive AIR-7 in her first attempt. Her journey highlights the importance of hard work and family support.

The NTA has filed new petitions to transfer NEET-UG paper leak cases from the Rajasthan High Court to the Supreme Court. The matter is scheduled for a hearing on July 15 by a bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud. The top court had previously stayed proceedings in related cases.

The Consortium of National Law Universities has announced the dates for CLAT 2025. The online application will be open from July 15 to October 15, 2024. The exam is scheduled for December 1, 2024. Eligibility criteria and fees vary by category.

A recent study reveals a worrying trend among students in Odisha, showing a lack of interest in pursuing Plus 3 (BA, BSc, B.Com) degrees. Over 1 lakh seats remain vacant as students prefer professional courses for better job prospects. The Higher Education Minister vows to address the issue.

The Indian government has approved a research proposal by IIT Bombay to convert dredged sediments into construction aggregates. The project will cost Rs 46,47,380 over three years and aims to promote sustainable maritime practices and resource utilisation.

Smarika Chandrakar, an MBA graduate from Chhattisgarh, left her corporate job to pursue full-time vegetable farming. Her successful transition has made farming a profitable business, inspiring many. She operates Dhara Krishi Farm and focuses on high-yield crops like tomatoes.

The Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) criticizes the BJP-led government for using a schematic teacher appointment system to recruit 18,788 junior teachers in Odisha.

In a major decision by the Odisha government, around 800 schools in the State will soon be upgraded under the PM Shri schools and PM Schools for Rising India, in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP).

The government refuted a media report claiming delays in NCERT Grade 6 textbooks, asserting all will be available by July. The Ministry of Education labeled the news as misleading and confirmed existing curricula for other grades remain unchanged.

The Odisha government will upgrade around 800 schools under the PM Shri Schools initiative, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP). An MoU has been signed between the state and central government for this implementation. The upgraded schools will feature technology-based teaching and a focus on mother tongue instruction.

IPS Anshika Jain, who lost her parents at the age of five and was raised by her grandmother, showcased immense determination and perseverance by cracking UPSC after multiple attempts. She is now a celebrated IPS officer in India.

The National Testing Agency has announced the dates for the re-exam of UGC NET June 2024. The exam will be held from August 21 to September 4 in a computer-based format, assessing candidates for PhD, JRF, and Assistant Professor positions. The initial exam was cancelled due to integrity concerns.

In a major crackdown, Bihar police apprehended around 30 individuals for impersonating candidates in the CTET 2024 exam. The arrests were made across various districts after examination centers reported biometric scan failures.