Education News Updates

M Rohini from Pachamalai Hills in Tamil Nadu has become the first tribal girl from Tiruchirappalli district to get into an Institute of National Importance. She secured a seat at NIT-Tiruchy by scoring 73.8 in JEE Mains, with state support covering her fees.

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and NTA about actions taken against wrong beneficiaries of the NEET-UG exam amid allegations of a paper leak. A full disclosure on the nature and extent of the leak is required before deciding on a re-test. The next hearing is scheduled for July 11.

The Supreme Court will hear pleas regarding the cancellation of the NEET-UG exam, opposed by the Centre citing fairness to honest candidates. The CBI is investigating alleged irregularities, while new laws target unfair practices in exams.

The Higher Education Department announced closure of all colleges and universities in Odisha on July 8, 2024, for the Rath Yatra festival. This decision follows a two-day holiday announcement by CM Mohan Majhi. State government offices and banking institutions will also be closed.

The counselling process for the medical entrance exam National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2024 which was expected to start on Saturday has been delayed.

The start of the counselling process for NEET-UG 2024 has been delayed. Initially expected to begin on July 6, the Medical Counselling Committee has not yet released a detailed schedule. New seats are being added, and the date will be announced once this is finalized. Amid allegations of malpractices in the exam and calls for its cancellation, the Supreme Court ruled against deferring the process.

The Centre has opposed scrapping the entire NEET-UG 2024 exam, arguing it would harm honest candidates. The Ministry of Education stated there was no large-scale breach of confidentiality to justify such a move. Allegations of irregularities are under CBI investigation.

Officials said that the cut-off date for the purpose of eligibility to appear in the NEET PG 2024 shall continue to be August 15, 2024.

Universities in Odisha face a crisis with significant teaching and non-teaching staff vacancies. Notably, Vikram Deb and Fakir Mohan Universities are struggling due to halted recruitment processes.

IGNOU has launched 13 new courses across various disciplines to cater to evolving educational needs. These include MBAs in Construction, Logistics, Agribusiness, and Healthcare, as well as PG Diplomas and Certificate Programs. Admissions are open with specific eligibility criteria and fee structures.

The Bihar government will offer medical courses in Hindi from the next academic session, a historic step to promote the language. Health Minister Mangal Pandey announced this move, which follows committee recommendations and aligns with AIIMS Delhi's syllabus.

The Odisha School and Mass Education Minister, Nityananda Gond, announced that schools closed or merged during the previous BJD government's tenure will be reopened.

The examination aims to assess a student's eligibility to enrol into either of the 46 Central universities for undergraduate courses.

The National Testing Agency announced the revised rank list for the medical entrance exam NEET-UG on Monday, July 1, 2024.

IAS officer Pari Bishnoi and her sister, criminal lawyer Payal Bishnoi, have gone viral on social media after a photographer discovered their impressive accomplishments. Pari, who secured AIR-30 in the UPSC exam, serves as Additional District Magistrate in Sikkim.