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The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is facing a severe staff shortage, with 1,596 posts lying vacant against a sanctioned strength of 2,844, according to a parliamentary committee report that has raised concerns about the institution’s ability to effectively carry out its academic, policy and administrative responsibilities. The staffing crisis has also … Read more
India’s 80th Independence Day 2026 on August 1,, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a series of major initiatives and long-term targets spanning artificial intelligence, education, civil defence, sports, semiconductor manufacturing and nuclear energy in his address to the nation from the Red Fort. The announcements placed India’s youth and technological capabilities at the centre of … Read more
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) Mains Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the Civil Services (Main) Examination. The e-admit card was released on August 14, 2026, and eligible candidates can now download their hall tickets through the official UPSC examination portal at upsconline.nic.in. The release … Read more
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key, giving candidates who appeared for the examination an opportunity to check their recorded responses, calculate their probable scores and challenge answers they believe are incorrect. The answer key is an important stage in the examination process because the final result … Read more
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 will be celebrated on Monday, September 14, marking the beginning of one of India’s most vibrant and widely observed Hindu festivals. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity associated with wisdom, prosperity, good fortune and the removal of obstacles, the festival brings together religious devotion, community celebrations, music, art and cultural traditions. … Read more
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be observed on September 4, with devotees across India and around the world preparing to celebrate the appearance of Lord Krishna through fasting, devotional singing, temple rituals, bhajans, night-long sankirtans and special spiritual programmes. The festival, also known as Janmashtami, Gokulashtami and Krishna Jayanti in different traditions, commemorates the appearance of … Read more
Indian food is often described as one cuisine, but the reality is far more diverse. From wheat-based rotis and parathas in many northern and central households to rice, dosa and idli across the south, India’s everyday food habits vary significantly by region, culture, climate and local ingredients. Yet, despite this enormous diversity, certain dishes have … Read more
Scrolling through social media can sometimes leave people with the uncomfortable feeling that everyone else is living a better, happier and more successful life. One person appears to have landed a dream job, another is travelling to an exotic destination, someone else is celebrating a relationship milestone, while others seem to have their health, appearance, … Read more
Borrowers with loans linked to the Marginal Cost of Funds-Based Lending Rate (MCLR) may see their borrowing costs rise after Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank revised their MCLR rates on select tenures, effective from August 12, 2026. The move comes shortly after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to keep the repo rate … Read more
Assam is set to establish a proposed Assam State Higher Education Council as part of the state government’s efforts to build a more organised, transparent and structured higher education system. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the move on Friday, highlighting the proposed council’s role in strengthening institutional governance, improving planning and coordination, and creating … Read more