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UGC Directive On Selfie Points In Universities, Colleges
UGC asks universities, colleges to set up selfie points; politics heats up in Odisha

In its letter, the UGC further believed that these selfie points would not only serve as a source of pride but also enlighten every citizen about the transformative initiatives that have propelled India’s growth on the global stage.

  • Tuesday, 05 December 2023
  • UGC
IFS Himanshu Tyagi
IFS officer Himanshu Tyagi offers practical tips for UPSC aspirants balancing full-time jobs

He stressed the importance of consistency, urging aspirants to follow this schedule for 1-2 years for confidence and success.

  • Tuesday, 05 December 2023
  • UPSC
This renowned actor’s son left film industry, cracked UPSC with impressive AIR-75
This renowned actor’s son left film industry, cracked UPSC with impressive AIR-75

His journey from a filmy background to cracking the UPSC is an inspiration for several aspirants who want to become IAS, IFS, IPS, or the IRS.

  • Monday, 04 December 2023
  • UPSC
NMMS exam: Ruckus at centre in Odisha’s Jajpur over ‘wrong’ question papers 
NMMS exam: Ruckus at centre in Odisha’s Jajpur over ‘wrong’ question papers 

Tension prevailed on the premises of Panikoili Government School in Jajpur district, where the exam for the National Means cum Merit Scholarship 2023 (NMMS) was held, after the parents of the examinees created ruckus, alleging ‘discrepancies’ in question papers. 

  • Sunday, 03 December 2023
UGC
Post-graduate programmes will be reduced to a year for FYUP graduates

According to the University Grants Commission (UGC), a one-year PG programme can be implemented in 2024. However, it will be only implemented for students who will complete the FYUP.

  • Sunday, 03 December 2023
Meet IAS Saloni Sidana, who left doctor job to crack UPSC with AIR-74
Meet IAS Saloni Sidana, who left doctor job to crack UPSC with AIR-74

Interestingly, Saloni reported to work just two days after her marriage. Her love to serve the nation is beyond inspiring and praiseworthy.

  • Friday, 01 December 2023
  • UPSC
 Central Board of Secondary Education
CBSE not to award any division, distinction in class 10, 12 board exams: Official

Earlier, the CBSE also did away with the practice of issuing merit lists to avoid unhealthy competition.

 Keonjhar’s MSCB University merges with Dharanidhar University
MSCB University merges with Keonjhar’s Dharanidhar University

The Odisha government has merged the second campus of Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo (MSCB) University with Keonjhar's Dharanidhar University

Odisha to impart free IAS coaching to Plus III students 
Odisha to impart free IAS coaching to Plus III students 

A decision regarding launching a free coaching facility for students was taken in a review meeting held under the chairmanship of Higher Education Department secretary, Aravind Agrawal on November 20. 

  • Thursday, 30 November 2023
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Ankita Chaudhary: A resilient journey from Rohtak to IAS glory despite personal tragedy

Hailing from Meham, a district in Rohtak, Haryana, Ankita Chaudhary's roots lie in a modest, lower-middle-class household, as per a DNA report. 

  • Thursday, 30 November 2023
Meet Jitendra Singh, a security guard, who is writing letters of families of Indian Army martyrs sin
Meet Jitendra Singh, a security guard, who is writing letters of families of Indian Army martyrs since Kargil War

He has a collection of pictures of all the martyrs and turned his little house into a tiny museum with his love for the nation and the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

IFS Pujya Priyadarshini had given up after 3 failed attempts, secured AIR-11 in fourth attempt
IFS Pujya Priyadarshini had given up after 3 failed attempts, secured AIR-11 in fourth attempt

After completing her B.Com in Delhi, she went on to pursue her post-graduation in Public Administration from Columbia University in New York.

  • Thursday, 30 November 2023
  • UPSC
Odisha Plus-II Science students to get free NEET/JEE coaching
Odisha Plus-II Science students to get free NEET/JEE coaching

The Director of the Higher Secondary Education issued a letter to all principals of the government, non-government, and aided secondary schools to make necessary arrangements for the installation of smart TVs or interactive panels in their schools.

 Sreedhanya Suresh
Meet Sreedhanya Suresh: An epitome of grit and perseverance in the UPSC journey

In 2018, Sreedhanya cleared the initial rounds, but financial constraints threatened to derail her aspirations during the crucial interview round in Delhi. 

  • Wednesday, 29 November 2023
  • UPSC
Stickers to be affixed on free bicycles given to Class 9 students in Odisha
Stickers to be affixed on free bicycles given to Class 9 students in Odisha

The Directorate of Secondary Education of Odisha has ordered verification and stickering of free bicycles provided to Class 9 students in the state.

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