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IAS Neha Bhosle's inspiring journey from scoring 99.36 percentile in CAT to clearing UPSC
IAS Neha Bhosle's inspiring journey from scoring 99.36 percentile in CAT to clearing UPSC

She appeared for the CAT exam and secured an impressive 99.36 percentile and secured a seat at the esteemed IIM Lucknow.

  • Saturday, 23 December 2023
  • UPSC
IAS Saloni Verma: An epitome of sheer will and self-belief who cracked UPSC without coaching
IAS Saloni Verma: An epitome of sheer will and self-belief who cracked UPSC without coaching

She secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR)-70 in her second attempt proving that coaching is not necessary to become an IAS officer.

  • Friday, 22 December 2023
Short-term skill courses in HEIs: UGC approves guidelines
UGC incorporates new feature in SWAYAM Prabha SMS, WhatsApp facility

The SMS facility is backed by an Al engine operating on the SWAYAM Prabha portal, ensuring that information is structured and shared with students in an organised manner.

  • Thursday, 21 December 2023
  • UGC
Success mantra of IPS Gaurav Tripathi, son of general store owner, who cracked UPSC with AIR-226
Success mantra of IPS Gaurav Tripathi, son of general store owner, who cracked UPSC with AIR-226

However, he had to face failures in his first two attempts. Although he qualified in both Prelims and Mains both times, he was rejected in the interview round.

  • Thursday, 21 December 2023
  • UPSC
IAS Jayaganesh worked as waiter in hotel, billing clerk in movie theatre; know his inspiring story
IAS Jayaganesh worked as waiter in hotel, billing clerk in movie theatre; know his inspiring story

The brilliant mind once worked as a waiter in a hotel because his parents could not afford his UPSC preparation. He also worked as a billing clerk in a movie theatre.

  • Wednesday, 20 December 2023
  • UPSC
NEET SS Counselling 2023 round 2 registration opens: Key dates and guidelines
NEET SS Counselling 2023 round 2 registration opens: Key dates and guidelines

Those aspiring to participate in the counselling round can submit their applications via the MCC's official website at mcc.nic.in.

  • Tuesday, 19 December 2023
  • NEET
IGNOU
IGNOU January Admission 2024: Registration begins, check fee structure

Aspiring candidates can register for online, ODL/Distance courses by visiting the official website of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) at ignou.ac.in.

  • Tuesday, 19 December 2023
  • Ignou
SATHEE Portal
SATHEE portal helping aspirants to crack competitive exams like JEE, NEET

As of December 13, 2023, there are over 60,000 students registered on the SATHEE platform, informed Minister of State for Education, Dr. Subhas Sarkar in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on Monday.

  • Tuesday, 19 December 2023
  • NEET
IAS Surabhi Gautam had cleared GATE, BAARC, ISRO, SAIL, SSC-CGL and IES
IAS Surabhi Gautam had cleared GATE, BAARC, ISRO, SAIL, SSC-CGL and IES

At the age of 21, she got All INDIA RANK 1 in IES (Indian Engineering Services) and joined it at the age of 22.

  • Tuesday, 19 December 2023
  • UPSC
One Of The Fake Teachers Dismissed In Puri
Four school teachers who got jobs with fake certificates sacked in Puri

As per reports, a complaint was filed against these four teachers with the Police Crime Branch in 2022 alleging that they submitted fake certificates to get teacher jobs. The Crime Branch with the help of the District Education Officer (DEO) verified their certificates and found them to be fake.

From street vendor's daughter to UPSC success: Know Deepesh Kumari's inspirational journey
From street vendor's daughter to UPSC success: Know Deepesh Kumari's inspirational journey

Deepesh attributes her triumph to the unwavering support of her family, singling out her mother, Usha, whose comfort and encouragement served as pillars of strength throughout the challenging journey. 

  • Monday, 18 December 2023
  • UPSC
CISCE CPD Courses
CISCE notice on implementation of CPD courses in States, UTs for academic session 2023-24

As per the CISCE notice, the Central Institute of Educational Technology, NCERT, is offering these online Continuous CPD courses through the DIKSHA portal and mobile app.

  • Monday, 18 December 2023
IFS officer Himanshu Tyagi shares important tips to crack UPSC 2024 and secure good rank
IFS officer Himanshu Tyagi shares important tips to crack UPSC 2024 and secure good rank

In a series of tweets, he has shared how the aspirants should start working hard now. If you are gearing up for UPSC Prelims 2024, this is a must read.

  • Sunday, 17 December 2023
  • UPSC
Meet IAS Siddharth Shukla who cracked UPSC to fulfill his father’s dream
Meet IAS Siddharth Shukla who cracked UPSC to fulfill his father’s dream

As part of his preparation strategy, he refrained from using any social media. He used his mother’s phone to talk to his friends. He believes that social media is a distraction.

  • Sunday, 17 December 2023
  • UPSC
UGC
UGC issues stern warning to EdTech platforms, HEIs on courses in collaboration with foreign institutes

In its latest notice, the UGC has warned students to be cautious regarding the courses offered by higher educational intuitions (HEIs) or EdTech companies on agreements with foreign-based educational institutions.

  • Saturday, 16 December 2023
  • UGC
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