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IIM Kozhikode admits ‘largest-ever’ Executive MBA batch with 683 participants, nearly 30% women

December 18, 2025 15:41 IST

The EPGP–18 cohort at IIM Kozhikode is spread across six academic sections and operates through 67 learning centres located across India.

ICAI CA January 2026 Admit Cards

ICAI CA Admit Cards for January 2026 exam out: Download hall-tickets for Inter, Final exams at eservices.icai.org

December 18, 2025 14:09 IST

ICAI CA January 2026 Admit Cards out: Candidates registered for the Foundation, Intermediate and Final examinations can now download their admit cards from the official ICAI e-services portal at eservices.icai.org. CA Final Group I papers will be conducted on January 5, 7 and 9, 2026, while Group II exams are scheduled for January 11, 13 and 16.

An official explained that the earlier process was cumbersome and lengthy and now the new system will help domestic firms get e-visas for foreign experts in a shorter time period. As of today, 129 sponsorship letters have been generated by Indian companies.

Govt eases visa processes for foreign professionals, engineers needed by Indian firms

December 18, 2025 13:02 IST

In August 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs had issued a circular to address certain issues related to employment visas, business visas and e-PLI business.

Delhi govt tightened curbs to address deteriorating pollution levels, announcing ban on non-BS VI private vehicle registered outside Delhi

Delhi-NCR, UP Schools closed due to winter pollution; check state-wise updates

December 18, 2025 13:01 IST

Bareilly school closures up to Class 8 from December 18-20 due to cold wave and dense fog. Officials advise caution, limit travel, and ensure safety amid freezing temperatures and poor visibility. Similar measures observed in Delhi.

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IIM Bangalore, FPSB India launches certificate programme on ‘Personal Finance and Wealth Advisory’ 

December 18, 2025 12:58 IST

The PFWA programme blends academic rigour with real-world relevance and is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, tools, and entrepreneurial mindset required to excel in the rapidly evolving financial planning sector.

Each scholarship provides a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year taught postgraduate course

British Council announces GREAT Scholarships for Indian students to pursue PG in UK

December 18, 2025 14:42 IST

Four participating universities are offering GREAT Scholarships specifically in creative and performing arts disciplines.

The last date to register is October 28. There will be regular training programmes every month for school and college students. Students can enrol for free on the website – bodhbridge.iitmpravartak.org.in

Operation Sindoor used 10–11 engineering fields, highlights IIT-Madras director in push for inter-disciplinary education

December 18, 2025 11:24 IST

“We are focusing on interdisciplinary education at IIT-Madras. Operation Sindhoor is an example of this, as 10-11 disciplines of engineering were involved in that operation,” IIT-M Director added.

IIM CAT Result 2026 Scorecards, Cut-Offs for IIM Admissions (Representative/AI Generated image)

CAT 2025 Result Live Updates: What is the CAT normalisation process?

December 18, 2025 15:56 IST

CAT 2025 Result date, time, direct link at iimcat.ac.in Live Updates: Once results are out, based on CAT scores and other eligibility criteria, the Indian Institutes of Management begin the shortlisting process for the next rounds of selection.

The notification regarding intimation of UGC NET 2025 December exam city intimation will be displayed on NTA website prior to 10 days of exam

UGC NET December 2025 exam from December 31, subject-wise dates released

December 18, 2025 10:38 IST

The subject-wise exam dates are released on the website. The UGC NET December 2025 exam will be conducted in two shifts – the first from 9 am to 12 noon and the second from 3 pm to 6 pm.

JEE Main prep tips for Class 11 students (EXPRESS PHOTO BY PRAVEEN KHANNA/ representative)

Planning for JEE from Class 11? What engineering aspirants need to know

December 18, 2025 10:10 IST

As long as you maintain curiosity, foster discipline, and practice patience upon yourself, you will not only be ready for the JEE, but you will also experience personal growth as a more confident and skilled learner

The report places this opportunity in the context of India’s large but under-served higher education market (Representative/AI generated image)

Over 5.6 lakh Indian students could benefit from foreign universities establishing campuses in India by 2040

December 18, 2025 08:53 IST

The report estimates that the availability of globally aligned programmes within India could result in foreign exchange savings of USD 113 billion by reducing the need for students to pursue education overseas.

NTU awarded over 1,300 scholarships to students from more than 80 countries

UK to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program, offering study, training opportunities across 27 nations in post-Brexit reset

December 18, 2025 12:12 IST

The agreement also covers opportunities to study or train abroad for school pupils, adult learners, educators and sports coaches.

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Increase in students returning to China as job, visa options shrink abroad

December 18, 2025 11:14 IST

The mass return of the overseas students has created resentment among the local graduates, as the foreign-educated students are preferred, especially for their technical and English language skills.

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, Dec 18, 2025:

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, Dec 18, 2025: No entry of old cars in Delhi, India vs South Africa 4th T20 abandoned amid fog

December 18, 2025 10:55 IST

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, December 18, 2025: Get important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.

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Over 2.28 lakh sit for Delhi University winter exams; SOL students make up nearly 30%

December 18, 2025 09:04 IST

The report showed the morning slot carried the heaviest load, requiring 795 papers, including 775 for regular and NCWEB undergraduate courses and 20 for SOL undergraduate papers. The afternoon slot involved 109 papers, all at the UG level.

CAT 2025 toppers in past 5 years, where are they now

Where are IIM CAT toppers from the past five years today?

December 18, 2025 13:23 IST

While the IIMs do not officially publish a list of CAT toppers, several high-scoring candidates over the years have publicly shared their academic and professional journeys. Here is a year-wise look at notable CAT high scorers from the past five years and what they are doing now.

The largest round of permanent recruitment took place in 2023-24, with 96 academic and 194 non-academic employees appointed

Over 1,600 posts vacant at NCERT as reliance on contractual staff continues

December 18, 2025 09:08 IST

Responding to concerns over staffing gaps, the Ministry of Education stated that recruitment is a “continuous process” and that efforts are being made to fill vacancies in accordance with existing recruitment rules.

.The first cohort, according to a statemnet issued by the Institute will start in January 2026. Candidates have time till December 30 to register for the programme.

IIT-Madras Pravartak, Education Ministry’s SWAYAM Plus partner to launch AI-enabled HR Analytics programme

December 18, 2025 09:15 IST

The programme is ideal for students and working professionals — particularly entry to mid-level HR practitioners, aspiring HR leaders, and industry professionals from sectors including aviation, technology, and services.

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BITS Pilani receives $1 million endowment from US alumnus for female scholarships, merit-cum-need financial support

December 18, 2025 09:14 IST

The fund will be used to support meritorious students from low-income backgrounds, with a focus on women, and to back innovation projects that involve structured guidance from faculty members.

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CTET February 2026 Application: CBSE to close registration today at ctet.nic.in

December 18, 2025 09:18 IST

CTET Registration 2026: The detailed information bulletin — including the exam structure, syllabus, list of languages, eligibility criteria, examination fees, city list, and key dates — has been released on the official CTET website, ctet.nic.in. 

CLAT 2026 topper Geetali Gupta all india rank one

CLAT 2026 Topper: AIR-1 Geetali Gupta’s unconventional study method—no fixed hours, just tasks

December 18, 2025 15:05 IST

Like any topper, NLU Bangalore is Geetali's top choice as "it has a really good reputation and reputation which works the best in the law field," she said.

The BCI held the AIBE 20 exam on November 30, 2025, and issued the provisional answer key on December 3.

AIBE 20 Result 2025: When did BCI release AIBE results in the past?

December 18, 2025 09:23 IST

AIBE 20 Answer Key and Result Date, Time, Direct Link at allindiabarexamination.com: The AIBE 19 was held on December 22, 2024 and the result was declared on March 21, 2025.

The list of programmes provided online is available at the official website – iop.ignouonline.ac.in.

IGNOU begins registration for January 2026 fresh admission

December 18, 2025 09:24 IST

Eligible students can also apply for government scholarships on the national scholarship portal at – scholarships.gov.in after confirmation of admission.

IIT Jodhpur: These courses dominated student preferences this year

IIT-Jodhpur’s CSE and AI-driven programmes most opted; here are the top choices this year

December 18, 2025 09:25 IST

Among traditional engineering disciplines, Civil and Infrastructure Engineering recorded one of the strongest growth rates at 16.91 per cent, rising from 8,598 in 2024 to 10,052 choices in 2025.

CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration begins for UG, PG admissions (Express Photo)

CLAT 2026 Results Declared: UG, PG counselling registration begins; schedule here

December 17, 2025 19:47 IST

CLAT 2026 Counselling Begins: As per the notice, the counselling process will be conducted in five rounds, with seat allotments released at different stages based on candidate preferences, ranks and availability of seats.

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