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IIT-JEE Advanced Previous Years' Toppers: A Look at Their Current Positions
JEE Advanced Toppers List: In addition to making headlines, the top scorers in JEE Advanced have had fascinating and diverse academic trajectories over the years. Here are some recent toppers and their current activities.He is currently in his fourth year of studying computer science engineering at IIT Bombay. Mridul is an incoming Quantitative Researcher with Tower Research Capital, a well-known trading company, according to his LinkedIn profile. Ved Lahoti (2024), Vavilala Chidvilas Reddy (2023), RK Shishir (2022), and Mridul Agarwal (2021) are among the top JEE Advanced scorers from the previous several years. With 355 out of 360, Ved Lahoti, who earned All India Rank 1 in 2024, also set a record for highest scores in JEE Advanced history. Vavilala Chidvilas Reddy topped the test in 2023 with a score of 341 out of 360. In 2021, Mridul Agarwal received 348 out of 360 points, earning him an AIR 1.
Published 31 May 2025 07:56 PM
Mumbai University Admissions 2025: Visit mu.ac.in today to view the first UG degree merit list
Mumbai University Admissions 2025: The first undergraduate merit list will be made public by the University of Mumbai today. When the merit list is made public, students who applied for the undergraduate program can view it on the official website, mu.ac.in. At 5:00 PM, MU will make the merit list public. More than 8.1 lakh applications have been submitted to the institution this year by students seeking admission to a variety of degrees.Students can now verify whether they have a spot in the institution and the course of their choosing after applying for courses such as BA, BCom, BSc, BMS, BAF, BMM, BBI, and BFM, among others. For the merit lists, candidates can check the physical notice boards at the colleges or go to the official college websites. The mark sheets for Classes 10 and 12, transfer certificates, caste or category certificates (if applicable), and any other supporting documentation should be kept on hand, according to college advice. Before visiting universities, applicants must also make sure they have finished the online pre-admission enrollment form.Colleges have been directed to adhere closely to the admissions schedules and to keep everything open and honest at all times. In addition, the university has established helplines for students to contact with questions or complaints and has cautioned colleges against any unfair admissions tactics.
Published 27 May 2025 09:03 PM
Kerala +2 results: Save-a-Year exam dates and application instructions
The Kerala Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) declared on Thursday that the Plus Two SAY (Save A Year) exams for 2025 will take place from June 23 to June 27, 2025, subsequent to the release of the Kerala Plus Two exam results. How do I apply? There is no online application for the Save a Year (SAY) exam. Rather, the candidates should pick up the application forms from their various schools and turn them in to their respective administrators once they have completed them.Prior to submission, a passport-sized photo needs to be adhered to the application form and verified by the principal of the school.The applicants for the SAY/Improvement Examination 2025 will be registered at the school's center by the principal. At least three days before to the start of the test, the principal will download and distribute the candidates' entry tickets. The candidates' nominal roll and question paper statement will then be prepared by the principals, who will upload the information via the Department Portal within the allotted time frame.Where will the tests take place? All of the schools in Lakshadweep, a chosen school in the Gulf region, and a few higher secondary schools in Kerala will host the exam. Who can submit an application? The exam is open to those who did not pass the Kerala Second Year exam. These applicants must enroll in all courses for which they did not receive a D+ or higher.
Published 23 May 2025 08:25 PM
JEE Advanced 2025: Two new BTech programs are offered by IIT Madras
Careers in digital engineering, where physical systems interact with computing technologies and artificial intelligence, will be the main focus of this four-year degree. The press release claims that it will integrate state-of-the-art computational techniques with conventional engineering skills.This four-year BTech curriculum combines a solid foundation in electrical and instrumentation engineering with fundamental biomedical engineering to prepare students to build medical devices. With a focus on biomedical engineering, the curriculum combines core engineering courses with contemporary, application-driven subjects like IoT, artificial intelligence, and web-enabled medical technology.Graduates of this program will be qualified to create ethically sound, clinically controlled solutions for the world's healthcare problems. While encouraging innovation in diagnostics and therapies, the curriculum will assist graduates in a variety of positions, such as entrepreneurship in the medical device business, rehabilitation technologies, and AI-driven healthcare systems.
Published 19 May 2025 05:45 PM
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Government reopens bids for Advanced Chemistry Cell manufacturing
Prospective applicants can submit bids to set up manufacturing facilities for ACC, which will help them qualify for incentives under PLI ACC scheme. The government on Wednesday announced re-bidding of production-linked incentives (PLI) for 10 Giga Watt hours (GWh) Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) manufacturing. India for finding solution to food stockholding issue first at WTO; then talk on other agri matters With this bidding process, the prospective applicants can submit bids to set up manufacturing facility for ACC, which will help them qualify for incentives under PLI ACC scheme, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) said.In May 2021, the Cabinet approved the technology-agnostic PLI Scheme on ‘National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage’ for achieving a manufacturing capacity of 50 Giga Watt hours (GWh) of ACC with an outlay of ₹18,100 crore. The first round of the ACC PLI bidding concluded in March 2022, and three companies were allocated a total capacity of 30 GWh, the program agreement with selected companies was signed in July 2022. The three companies are Ola Electric Mobility Pvt Ltd which bagged 20 GWh, Reliance New Energy Solar Ltd, and Rajesh Exports won 5 GWh each.The MHI said its has released a fresh Request for Proposal (RfP) for shortlisting and selection of bidders under the PLI Scheme ‘National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage’ for setting up of battery manufacturing units with a total manufacturing capacity of 10 GWh with maximum budgetary outlay of ₹3,620 crore. “MHI is supporting the growth of India’s manufacturing capabilities and exports in the automobile and automobile component sector...Keeping this in mind, in recent years, the MHI has taken several initiatives to promote environment friendly product manufacturing in the automotive industry, such as PLI-Auto, PLI - Advanced Chemistry Cell and FAME-II schemes,” Mahendra Nath Pandey, Minister of Heavy Industries said. MHI is also committed to provide clean and green public transport through Faster Adoption and Manufacturing Electric Vehicles (FAME-II) scheme with the aim to reduce dependence on fossil fuel and to address the issue of vehicular emissions, he said.Also, through the PLI Auto and Auto components scheme, MHI is supporting enhancement in India’s manufacturing capabilities and exports in the automobile and the automobile components sector with the prime objectives of deep localisation, creating economies of scale and building a robust supply chain in areas of Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) products, he added.
Encourage India to continue to lead by example, work to bridge divides around the world: UN PGA Francis
Francis expressed concerns about the outdated structure of the Security Council, which he believes fails to reflect the current geopolitical realities."The Security Council of the UN as it currently exists harks back to a period in world history that no longer exists. Since then, the world has changed radically," remarked Francis, highlighting the council's inability to make crucial decisions for international peace and security, often due to geopolitical influences leading to the use of the veto."The fact of the matter is that the council has, in recent years, been progressively unable to take the decisions necessary in order to assist and support the strengthening of international peace and security. Largely for geopolitical reasons. The geopolitics, the global dynamics of the geopolitics, get imported into the council and that results invariably in the use of the veto by one or the other party," he added. On India's inclusion in the UNSC, the UNGA President said, "India is a mature, highly respected member of the United Nations. It is a leader in many ways. And I'm sure that that fact is not lost on the members of the General Assembly.""So I wish the government and people of India every success in their quest to assume membership of the council on a permanent basis. Whether that occurs or not will be a matter for the members to determine," he also saidIndia has long sought a permanent seat on the Security Council to better represent the interests of the developing world. The nation's quest has gained momentum with support from influential figures like Dennis Francis, who believes in India's capability to contribute positively to global peace and security.India has been a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for eight terms (16 years). India is a member of the G4, a group of nations that back each other to seek permanent membership in the UNSC. The countries advocate for reform in the UNSC. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his France visit in July 2023, made a strong pitch for India's permanent membership in the UN Security Council, saying the primary UN body cannot claim to be speaking for the world when its most populous country and the largest democracy is not a permanent member. (ANI)
Bharat Ratna award to Karpoori Thakur reflects Modi governments desperation, hypocrisy: Congress
The Congress on Wednesday welcomed the decision to confer Bharat Ratna to former Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur and said it reflects the Narendra Modi government's desperation and hypocrisy. Thakur was a champion of social justice and conducting a nationwide caste census would be an appropriate tribute to him, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said."Even though it reflects the Modi Govt's desperation and hypocrisy, the Indian National Congress welcomes the posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna to the champion of social justice Jannayak Karpoori Thakurji," Ramesh said in a post on X. "'Bhagidari Nyay' is one of the five pillars of the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra. It will need a nation-wide caste census as a starting point."Rahul Gandhi has been consistently advocating this but the Modi Government has all along refused to release the results of the Socio Economic Caste Census 2011 and also refused to commit itself to conduct an updated nation-wide caste census which will be the most appropriate tribute to Jannayak Karpoori Thakurji," he said. Two-time Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur has been named for the country's highest civilian award Bharat Ratna posthumously, a Rashtrapati Bhawan communique said on Tuesday on the eve of the birth centenary of the fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar.Thakur, who passed away in 1988, was the first non-Congress socialist leader who became chief minister twice -- first for seven months in December 1970 and later for two years in 1977."The President has been pleased to award Bharat Ratna to Shri Karpoori Thakur (posthumously)," the communique said. Thakur, known affectionately as 'Jan Nayak' (people's leader), is the 49th recipient of the country's highest civilian award. The award was last conferred on late president Pranab Mukherjee in 2019.Born on January 24, 1924 in Nai samaj (barber society), Thakur is credited in Bihar politics for enforcing total prohibition of alcohol in 1970. The village where he was born in Samistupur district was renamed after him as Karpuri Gram.
Ram Mandir News - RJD chief Lalu Yadav to skip Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha ceremony
Ahead of the pranpratishtha ceremony, Ayodhya Ram Temple Construction Committee Chairman, Nripendra Mishra says, “…a historic event…There is not only in India but all over who have faith, they feel that their rights have been recognised, their faith has been respected. So, from that sense of the term, there is jubilation. But at the same time, I would say and I believe what the PM said in 2019 when the judgement came – there should be no sense of victory or there should be no sense of defeat. We must all accept the judicial pronouncement. So, everyone is cautious that while you celebrate this day, don’t celebrate this day as something which is to show any other person of a different faith that he is less important to this country. This country belongs to everybody.” Priest Sunil Das in Ayodhya says, “This Ayodhya temple will be the centre for universal peace centre….” Priest Sunil Das conducted religious rituals in the ‘Garbha Griha’ of Ayodhya Ram Temple today. Union Minister Anurag Thakur criticized the Congress and other opposition parties for staying away from the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. Thakur, accompanied by Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva, participated in a cleanliness drive at the Valmiki temple premises. He warned that the opposition’s decision to boycott the ceremony might lead to people boycotting them, citing past instances when public support waned due to similar actions. The “pran pratishtha” ceremony is scheduled for January 22 as part of the BJP’s “Swachhata Sewa” programme. Former Chief Minister and RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, on Wednesday, said that he will not be attending the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22.“I will not go to Ayodhya to attend the pran partishtha ceremony of the Ram temple,” he said.
Süd-Chemie India Pvt. Ltd.
The chemical manufacturing industry is currently undergoing a significant transformation, marked by a surge in demand for sustainable products and a shift towards circular economy practices. At the forefront of driving this change is Süd-Chemie India Pvt. Ltd. (SCIL), a pioneering company led by CEO Mr Prakash Babu Surya. Founded in 1969 as Catalysts & Chemicals India (West Asia) Pvt. Ltd., the company emerged as a leader in catalysis. Subsequent mergers and acquisitions led to transformations, with the company being renamed United Catalysts India Ltd. (UCIL) in 1979 and Süd-Chemie India Pvt. Ltd. (SCIL) in 2000 with Süd-Chemie A.G. Germany acquiring CCI, USA’s shares. Acquired by Clariant International in 2011, SCIL now stands as a global giant, delivering catalyst solutions and catering to both Indian and international markets. Their strength lies in a profound understanding of chemistry and its applications, addressing the specific needs of clients in both Indian and international markets. SUD Chemie India Private Limited is a Non-govt company, incorporated on 28 Feb, 1969. It's a private unlisted company and is classified as'company limited by shares'.Company's authorized capital stands at Rs 100.0 lakhs and has 96.23% paid-up capital which is Rs 96.23 lakhs. SUD Chemie India Private Limited last annual general meet (AGM) happened on 19 Sep, 2017. The company last updated its financials on 31 Mar, 2017 as per Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).SUD Chemie India Private Limited is majorly in Manufacturing (Metals & Chemicals, and products thereof) business from last 54 years and currently, company operations are active. Current board members & directors are ARSHIA ALTAF LALLJEE, ISKANDER ALTAF LALLJEE, HAMIDA ALTAF LALLJEE, ADNAN WAJHAT AHMAD, DEEPAK RASIKLAL PARIKH, STEFAN CHRISTOF JOHANNES HEUSER, KARL HOLGER DIERSSEN and NYELA KALSIA .Company is registered in ROC-Ernakulam (Kerala) Registrar Office. SUD Chemie India Private Limited registered address is EDAYAR INDUSTRIALDEVELOPMENT AREA BINANIPURAM P O ALUVA ERNAKULAM KL 683502 IN.
GSP Crop Science Pvt. Ltd.
Carl Zeiss India's Medical Technology Division recently participated in Phaco Festival organized by Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, Bengaluru, a world-class facility focused primarily on quality eye care with state-of-the-art technology and highly skilled doctors. The two-day conference, renowned for highlighting cutting-edge advancement of technologies used by ophthalmologists, took place on 13th and 14th January 2024, in Bengaluru. The conference was attended by distinguished national and international faculty who shared their invaluable insights, encompassed Masterclasses, 3-D Live Surgeries, and Skill Transfer Courses among others. At the Phaco Festival, the spotlight shined on ZEISS's transformative impact on the Cataract and Corneal Refractive Workflows. ZEISS technology redefines the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, offering a comprehensive and integrated approach to surgery. By merging state-of-the-art imaging, diagnostics, and surgical technologies, ZEISS aids ophthalmic surgeons in enhancing efficiency and clinical outcomes for cataract procedures. At the Phaco Festival, the spotlight shined on ZEISS's transformative impact on the Cataract and Corneal Refractive Workflows. ZEISS technology redefines the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, offering a comprehensive and integrated approach to surgery. By merging state-of-the-art imaging, diagnostics, and surgical technologies, ZEISS aids ophthalmic surgeons in enhancing efficiency and clinical outcomes for cataract procedures.Dr. Sri Ganesh, MD, Chairman of Nethradhama Super Specialty Eye Hospital, Bangalore, expressed his confidence in ZEISS Medical Technology: "The ZEISS Cataract Workflow is integral to my practice, seamlessly integrating diagnostics and therapeutics, providing peace of mind. It minimizes stress for clinicians and surgeons, enhancing efficiency with reduced time and transcription errors. Ultimately, it ensures optimal efficiency, safety, and improved patient outcomes, allowing for the accommodation of more patients in a day."
GSP Crop Science Pvt. Ltd.
India, a nation with a burgeoning population of nearly 1.4 billion, faces the monumental task of feeding millions every day. The critical importance of food security cannot be overstated. At the core of this battle lies the indispensable need for crop protection against relentless pests capable of wreaking havoc on agricultural produce. Enter GSP Crop Science Pvt. Ltd., a leader in the agrochemical industry, standing as a stalwart defender against this agricultural peril. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, the organisation emerges as a leader in developing and selling agrochemicals nationwide, aligning with Atmanirbharta and Make in India policies. Unlike the past reliance on costly imports, the company not only fulfils domestic needs but also exports to the global market.GSP envisions transforming agriculture by offering innovative products at regional prices and prioritising indigenous manufacturing. This vision targets small land-holding farmers, addressing their challenges in affording expensive multinational corporation (MNC) products. Given India’s 40 to 60 crore individuals directly tied to farming, especially small-scale farmers, affordability is paramount. Their core mission revolves around providing high-quality products at competitive prices, anticipating farmer needs ahead of the government’s ARKB mission.Company's authorized capital stands at Rs 5000.0 lakhs and has 58.960056% paid-up capital which is Rs 2948.0 lakhs. GSP Crop Science Private Limited last annual general meet (AGM) happened on 28 Sep, 2017. The company last updated its financials on 31 Mar, 2017 as per Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).GSP Crop Science Private Limited is majorly in Manufacturing (Metals & Chemicals, and products thereof) business from last 38 years and currently, company operations are active. Current board members & directors are KENAL VRAJMOHAN SHAH, VRAJMOHAN RAMANLAL SHAH, BHAVESH VRAJMOHAN SHAH and AJIT SINGH GUJRAL. Company is registered in Ahmedabad (Gujarat) Registrar Office.GSP Crop Science Private Limited registered address is 404, LALITA COMPLEX, 352/3, RASALA ROAD, NR JAIN TEMPLE, NAVRANGPURA AHMEDABAD GJ 380009 IN.GSP Crop Science Private Limited is a Non-govt company, incorporated on 12 Feb, 1985. It's a private unlisted company and is classified as'company limited by shares'.
Check the details as registration for the postgraduate entrance exam closes tomorrow.
New Delhi: Tomorrow is the last day to register for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG 2024, according to the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements may visit the NTA's official website to complete the online application forms by tomorrow at 11:50 p.m. By January 25, 2024, you can pay online for the application form using a debit, credit, or net banking card or UPI. The correction window, which will allow applicants to make changes to application form details, will open on January 27–29, 2024. Starting on March 4, 2024, advance city notification slips will be distributed. On March 7, 2023, the admit cards will be made available. The test will take place between March 11 and March 28, 2024. For the academic year 2024–2025, the CUET PG–2024 has been introduced as a means of admission to a variety of postgraduate programs at Central and State Universities/Institutions as well as participating Deemed/Private Universities/Institutions.Candidates nationwide, particularly those from rural and other remote areas, will have equal access to a common platform and opportunities through the Common University Entrance Test, which will also facilitate improved connections with universities. Candidates will be able to cover a broad outreach and participate in the admissions process to numerous participating universities/institutions across the nation with just one exam.
JEE Main 2024 BArch And BPlanning Exam Patterns: Explained
Exam Patterns for JEE Main 2024 BArch and BPlanning: Described Delhi, New: Tomorrow, January 24, is the start of the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main 2024) Session 1. There will be two shifts for the examination: the first from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the second from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Only applicants for BArch and BPlanning (Paper 2A and Paper 2B) are eligible to take the exam tomorrow. The examination will be held during the second shift from 3pm to 6pm.There are two ways to take the BArch Paper 2A exam: computer-based assessments for Math and Aptitude, and pen-and-paper tests for Drawing. Document Organization: Part-I consists of Mathematics (MCQs, Numerical), Part-II comprises Aptitude (MCQs), and Part-III focuses on Drawing. Mode of Testing: Mathematics and Aptitude tests will be conducted in computer-based mode, while the Drawing test will be in pen-and-paper mode.
UG admissions at Rishihood University are open for 2024; see details here.
NEW DELHI: Online applications are now being accepted for the undergraduate program at Rishihood University, Sonipat. Candidates who fit the requirements can apply for the undergraduate program at Rishihood University by submitting the necessary paperwork and paying the Rs. 1,000 application fee.Admission to Rishihood University in 2024 is decided by a number of factors, including exam results on the SAT, ACT, RSAT, and CUET. Final admissions to Rishihood University will be determined by a combination of factors including previous academic performance, aptitude test results, purpose statement, extracurricular and academic accomplishments, personal interview, and resume quality.Key Dates for Rishihood University's 2024 Undergraduate Admission The application's deadline Time of Date Deadline for Round 1 applications 31 January 2024 Deadline for Round 2 applications 15 April 2024Rishihood University Undergraduate Admissions 2024: Available programs and costs Of course The tuition fee per year B. Des 3,20,000 rupees BBA Makers Undergraduate 4,20,000 rupees Honors Psychology B.Sc. 3,20,000 rupees B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science 3,72,500 rupees UG qualifying requirements at Rishihood University by 2024 Applicants must graduate from high school with a minimum of 50% or a CGPA of 5 from any approved board. Send in any of the following results from the aptitude test: CUET, SAT, ACT, and RSAT Admissions at Rishihood University for undergraduate studies in 2024: Application process and costs Application Costs One thousand rupees Application Method InternetAdmissions at Rishihood University in 2024: The selection procedure Go to the official website of Rishihood University. Pay the application costs for Rishihood University and submit the online application. Attend the aptitude test, such as the CUET, SAT, ACT, or RSAT. Candidates will be chosen for the in-person interview based on their performance on the aptitude exam. Final selection is made on the basis of prior academic performance, aptitude test results, purpose statement, personal interview, extracurricular and academic accomplishments, and resume quality. Candidates who are chosen must verify their documentation and pay the Rishihood University undergraduate admissions fee.Rishihood University: Getting in touch Near Bahalgarh Chowk, on NH-44 (GT Road), is Rishihood University. Sonipat, Haryana, India - 131021; Delhi NCR 1800-120-6631 (phone) | admissions@rishihood.edu.in (email)
Registration for the BSEB Class 11 Annual Exam 2025 is now open until January 31; there is an application fee.
The deadline for completing the online registration form for students enrolled in class 11 in the state's educational institutions has been extended for the Intermediate annual examination 2025 (session 2023-25), stated the official statement.The online registration form for class 11 pupils will now be completed by heads of +2 level educational institutions in the state on the website seniorsecondary.biharboardonline.com till the extended period of January 31."Exam fee for BSEB Class 11 Annual 2025: Application Regular students had to pay Rs 515 for the BSEB Class 11 annual test application; other students had to pay Rs 915. In order to complete the registration process, normal applicants must now pay Rs 665, while other students must pay Rs 1,215 due to the late charge. You can pay the BSEB Class 11 registration fee online, by e-challan, or via NEFT for the annual exams. Students can call the board helpline at 0612-2230039 if they experience any difficulties completing the BSEB Class 11 online registration form and paying the required amount.How to register for the 2025 BSEB Class 11 Intermediate Annual Examination The steps below must be completed by candidates in order to apply for the 2025 BSEB Class 11 Intermediate Annual Exam. Visit the official Bihar Board website at biharboardonline.com. Next, select the registration link for the BSEB Class 11 Intermediate Exam 2025 from the homepage. Enter the required information and upload the files. Make the application fee payment. Next, press the "submit" button. Download the program and print it off for later use.
Fashion behemoth H&M removes an advertisement following allegations that it sexualized minors
Swedish company issues an apology after an internet criticism to an Australian commercial campaign.The Swedish retail behemoth H&M has removed an ad for school uniforms following accusations that it sexualized young girls."Make those heads turn in H&M's Back to School fashion" was the slogan of an Australian ad campaign that showed two young girls wearing school uniforms.A representative for H&M stated on Monday, "We have removed this ad." "We sincerely apologize for any offense this has caused, and we are investigating how we present campaigns in the future."Following accusations on social media that the clothing line was sexualizing young girls, the decision was made. Melinda Tankard Reist, an Australian author well-known for her anti-pornography campaigns, stated in a post on X that "the little girls’ parents generally prefer heads don’t 'turn' when others see their daughters walking to school, on a bus, or in class. ""Why would you want to support the notion that young females should flaunt their appearance, physical attributes, and sense of style? Could you perhaps speak with your marketing staff and come up with something that doesn't highlight the difficulties pre-pubescent girls already have in thriving in a society that elevates "lookism" as a desirable quality?This outcry is the most recent in a string of disputes concerning the advertising tactics of fashion labels. A commercial that featured a model standing among debris and mannequins covered in shrouds was pulled by Zara last month due to criticism on social media from people who felt it was insensitive to the victims of the Gaza War.The high-end fashion brand Balenciaga, located in Paris, issued an apology last year for advertisements that showed kids clutching teddy bears dressed like slaves and a copy of a Supreme Court ruling upholding the prohibition on child pornography.
West Bengal HS final exam schedule revised, check details here
The HS or Class 12 final exams, which were originally set to start on February 16, have new times, according to the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE). Students can visit wbchse.wb.gov.in, the board's website, to view the updated schedule. The revised timing for these exams, which will take place every day according to the current schedule from 9.45 am to 1 pm (3 hours and 15 minutes), will not apply to Vocational subjects, Visual Art, Music, or Health & Physical Education, which will take place from 9.45 am to 11.45 am (2 hours), according to the council. WBCHSE updated schedule: How to verify Go to wbchse.wb.gov.in, the council's website. Navigate to the main page. Click to open the updated schedule link. Get the PDF and review the updated exam dates. The WBCHSE final examination for Class 12 will start on February 16. The students' papers in Bengali (A), English (A), Hindi (A), Nepali (A), Urdu, SanthaIi, Odia, Telugu, Gujarati, and Puabi are due on the first day of class.
Paytm Credit Card on UPI enables effortless daily transactions like payments on grocery stores, chai shops
With just a smartphone, users can easily make UPI payments via credit cards on the Paytm app, powered by Paytm Payments Bank. The convenience of digital transactions have become a fundamental aspect of our daily lives in today’s fast paced world. One such transformative force in the digital payment landscape is the integration of UPI payments through credit cards on the Paytm app. Making small payments of ₹10 to ₹100 bucks through credit at your nearby Kirana stores or a local chai shop or even a chat shop has evolved into the ultimate and convenient payment method for users. This groundbreaking feature offers users the convenience of utilizing credit for routine payments, eliminating the need to rely solely on savings accounts and carrying the card everywhere. With just a smartphone, users can easily make UPI payments via credit cards on the Paytm app, powered by Paytm Payments Bank. Users simply need to link their Rupay Credit Card to UPI through a straightforward process with quick and easy steps. The Credit Card on UPI feature allows users to scan merchant QR codes, allowing them to earn reward points with every transaction.With millions of merchants now accepting payments via credit cards on UPI, this can have a significant impact on the payment landscape. This integration of RuPay Credit Cards on UPI not only expands credit card usage for customers but also supports merchants in the credit ecosystem through assets like QR codes. The increasing acceptance of RuPay credit cards on UPI contributes to financial inclusion, benefiting merchants and businesses across India. Paytm Payments Bank remains at the forefront of innovation, driving the adoption of UPI payments with credit cards, and envisions a future where this technology reshapes the dynamics of the payment ecosystem in India.
Removing layers: Sundar Pichai hints at more layoffs at Google in 2024
A day after laying off around 1,000 employees, Google chief executive officer (CEO) Sundar Pichai, on Wednesday, hinted towards more job cuts in the year ahead, The Verge reported. Terming it as part of a larger restructuring plan, Pichai, in an internal memo to Google employees, said, "We have ambitious goals and will be investing in our big priorities this year…the reality is that to create the capacity for this investment, we have to make tough choices."Referring to the "tough decisions", Pichai further said in the memo, "These role eliminations are not at the scale of last year's reductions and will not touch every team. His remark referenced Google's 2023 layoffs when the tech giant fired about 12,000 employees, the biggest layoff in the company's history in a single year.According to the report, Pichai said the layoffs this year were about "removing layers to simplify execution and drive velocity in some areas."Pichai's communication followed a day after Google handed pink slips to around 1,000 employees in the advertising sales team in the first layoff wave of 2024. The company said the eligible employees would receive severance pay. It also offered that the impacted employees may re-apply for open positions in other departments. However, it clarified that those unable to secure a position at the company would be required to exit by April. The developments followed about a week after Google had announced that it would lay off hundreds of people working on its voice-activated Google Assistant software and the company's Devices and Services team.Apart from Google, Jeff Bezos' Amazon also announced last week that it would fire several hundred employees in its streaming and studio operations.Neither company has specified the exact number of job role cuts they are planning in 2024.
January 2024: 84% of candidates appear; DigiLocker provides digital marksheets and eligibility certificates.
CTET 2024: 9,58,193 candidates signed up for the first paper, and 17,35,333 for the second. CTET 2024: On January 21, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) administered the CTET 2024 exam. According to a CBSE statement, 84% of the 26,93,526 applicants who registered for the CTET January 2024 exam actually showed up for the test.There were two question papers in the CTET. Question Paper 1 guaranteed teachers' eligibility for Classes 1 through 5, and Question Paper 2 guaranteed teachers' eligibility for Classes 6 through 8. Candidates who meet the requirements can choose from among the 20 required languages and appear in one or both of the examinations. 9,58,193 candidates signed up for paper 1, and 17,35,333 candidates signed up for paper 2. A total of 137 city coordinators—two of whom were needed due to an excess of test centers in some cities—3,418 center superintendents, 4,021 observers, and 662 CBSE officials and employees were deployed to ensure the CTET 2024 exam was conducted fairly and smoothly, according to data released by the CBSE. Additionally, CBSE has set up DigiLocker to deliver digital marksheets and eligibility certifications. Every candidate who has appeared will have a DigiLocker account created for them, and they will receive account credentials on the cellphone numbers they have on file with the CBSE. With the shared credentials, candidates will be able to get their digital scorecard and eligibility certificate.The digitally signed eligibility certificate and mark sheet are legally acceptable under the IT Act, according to CBSE, and for security reasons, they feature an encrypted QR code that can be scanned and validated using the DigiLocker smartphone app.
Study Abroad | New to the UK as a student? Continue to be content, cheerful, and logical.
Study Abroad: People in Brighton use a website called "next door" to publish their needs and occasionally to leave comments on the tasks that professional individuals have completed for them, such as gardening or housekeeping.You are following in the footsteps of Gandhiji, Nehru, and Ambedkar as an overseas student studying in the UK. Their life tales remind us that you will be entering a new world of opportunity, freedom, and fair amounts of confusion. The nation may occasionally seem desolate and chilly, but it is nearly always pricey. Maybe these are the reasons why so many individuals chose to sail across choppy waters in order to spend many happy years living in our tropical nations. Let it serve as your research topic.Therefore, it's a good idea to pack a firefighting equipment and a survival plan when you purchase your pricey tickets. The maxim is to prepare ahead of time. Always. Everything from booking a place to stay to looking for side jobs to supplement your income to planning how to spend all your hard-earned money on enjoyable activities. Please refer to your visa, however aside from jokes, you can often work part-time. Bread, milk, and honey First, let's address the weather issue. The secret to making sure you don't break the bank and have enough roti, kapda, and makkan to survive it. First, the makkan, or lodging, part: be certain of the location and type of place you will be staying in. You can't spend all your time lounging on the couch with pals or spending even one night under a tree. Here are a few of the tropical comforts you won't find in this chilly, damp location with numerous safety rules. University housing is the greatest option. Residence halls are typically located on campuses of universities and colleges. Or they might rent a couple of off-campus apartments or homes. Seniors are given priority. Usually, there are lengthy waiting lists. It is advisable to reserve your hotel as soon as you are granted entry. The housing offices at most institutions can offer you helpful guidance. It's largely enjoyable because many of you will be living together on campus. You can sleep late, attend classes, and make those late treks to the library on restless nights. For students, there are also special private halls. On some of the more well-known ones, your university housing office or students' union might be able to provide guidance. Facebook groups for students might exist, or you could just search online. It is wise to confirm with your campus housing office or (previous) students. Prior to sending money, confirm the party's legitimacy. Although most students share housing, you can also rent an apartment or a room on your own. Both cheaper and more enjoyable is that. There are also neighborhood social media groups that put you in touch with homes and co-ops. After their first year, most students move into residences with their roommates, thus they could require additional individuals to fill a house. A local guarantor and a deposit equal to one month's rent or more are typically required for this kind of private renting. Planning and networking are therefore crucial. The majority of private accommodations provide WiFi, heating, and electricity in the monthly rental price. or more will be available. Anyhow, steer clear of unpleasant surprises and make sure the space is adequately heated. If not, you risk becoming sick and having a very difficult winter. You will need bed linens, blankets, silverware, and utensils when you move in; be sure these are included in the package. Think about going to the closest grocery store and searching for a low-cost selection. Silver and bone china are not necessary. Used kitchenware and household goods are occasionally sold or given away by student union shops. Pay attention.
Launched in Spanish by IGNOU, see the requirements for eligibility
The program gives students the option to leave after the first year, with instruction given solely in Spanish by professionals in a variety of specializations.The Master of Arts in Spanish (MASL) program, which is set to start in January 2024, was announced by the IGNOU School of Foreign Languages on January 18. The goal of this program is to give students a comprehensive understanding of Hispanic literature, culture, and history so they may understand the current changes in the area. According to IGNOU, the program also includes practical modules like linguistics, interpretation, and translation studies. After completing the MASL curriculum successfully, students will be able to explain and communicate a variety of aspects of Hispanic cultures. The curriculum gives students the option to leave after the first year, with instruction given solely in Spanish by professionals with a variety of specializations. Applicants may also possess an Advanced Diploma of Proficiency in Spanish from an accredited institution or university, or a Bachelor's Degree in any field, augmented by a B1 level of language proficiency in Spanish (as per CEFR). Candidates can use this link to access the online admission portal and submit an application.A press release from IGNOU states that the goal of the MASL curriculum is to give students a comprehensive understanding of Hispanic literature, culture, and history. It also gives students the tools they need to understand current changes in the area.As stated in the news release, the MASL program allows students the option to leave after the first year and is taught in Spanish by professionals with a variety of specializations. In order to be considered for the program, prospective students must hold a Spanish bachelor's degree from an accredited university, located in India or abroad.Applicants may also possess an Advanced Diploma of Proficiency in Spanish from an accredited institution or university, or a Bachelor's Degree in any field, augmented by a B1 level of language proficiency in Spanish (as per CEFR).
