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).  

PhD scholar fellowships at IIM Kozhikode are increased by 20–25%.

On January 18, the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM-K) announced an increase in the monthly stipends paid to its PhD scholars. The stipends of scholars enrolling in IIM-K's Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM), which grants a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), would increase by 20–25 percent. The institute offers a full-time, residential, fully funded PhD program in DPM. The most recent change to the IIM-K fellowship was made in the Financial Year (FY) 2018–19. The most recent update, which will go into effect in the upcoming FY 2024–2025 is going to be as follows: In addition to industry, business, government, and society, our DPM alumni are an invaluable source of talent for management researchers and instructors in top national and international academic institutions. According to Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, Director of IIM Kozhikode, "this initiative will further motivate talented scholars to dedicate themselves to learning and inspire them to pursue research as a viable and rewarding career option." According to IIM-K, two thirds of the institute's DPM graduates have been hired as faculty members at esteemed universities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East as well as prominent national institutes (such IITs and IIMs). Reputable corporate organizations have sent employment offers to other DPM graduates. Applications are now being accepted for the prestigious 18th Batch of DPM at IIMK in the following fields of specialization: Humanities, Liberal Arts, Finance, Accounting, and Control in Economics Information Technology Marketing Administration Behavior in Organizations and Human Resources Operations & Methods Quantitative Strategic Management in Management. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students at the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) would get a 20% to 25% increase in their monthly emoluments starting in 2024–2025. Those enrolled in the esteemed Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM) at the IIMK would profit from this. New Delhi: The fellowship amount for scholars enrolled in the Doctoral Program in Management (DPM), which leads to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree, has been enhanced by 20–25% by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode. January 18, 2024 was the date of the announcement. For qualified individuals, IIM Kozhikode offers a full-time, residential, fully funded doctoral program called DPM. The present program participants will receive offers of INR 45,000 after passing the qualifying exam and INR 42,00 after completing the first two years of the program. In addition, they will get INR 50,000 once the thesis proposal is finished.Prof. Debashis Chatterjee continued, "This initiative will inspire talented scholars to pursue research as a viable and rewarding career option and further motivate them to dedicate themselves to learning." Two-thirds of the graduates of IIM Kozhikode's Doctoral Program in Management (DPM) are currently teaching at prestigious universities in the Middle East, North America, and Europe as well as prominent national institutes like IITs and IIMs.  

SSLC examinations will start on March 25 and Karnataka II PU exams will start on March 1 of 2024.

Exam Schedule for Karnataka 2nd PU, SSLC 2024: The final schedule for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) 2022 preparatory exams has been issued by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB).Karnataka SSLC Exams 2024, Second PU: The test schedule for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) 2024 and the Pre University Certificate (II PU) was issued today by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB). On March 1, the II PU board exam will start, and on March 25, the SSLC exams will start. The Kannada and Arabic tests for the Karnataka II PUC exams will be followed by Hindi papers on March 22. Exam hours are set for 10:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In a similar vein, initial language papers will be used to start SSLC exams, which conclude on April 6.The dates of the Karnataka PUC 2 exams are set for March 1, 2024, through March 22, 2024. The Kannada, Arabic, and Hindi papers will come first in the Class 12 exams, and last, respectively. Exams for classes 10 and 12 will be given in one shift, beginning at 10:15 am and ending at 1:30 pm. Bangalore, 18 January 2024: It's finally time for Karnataka students to mark their calendars in preparation for their important board exams. The exact dates for the 2024 Pre-University College (PUC) and Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams were announced today by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB). The II PUC exams are scheduled to begin on March 1st, 2024, and end on March 22nd, 2024. During these three weeks, students from the Science, Arts, and Commerce programs will take their corresponding exams. There is a little wait for those preparing for the SSLC exams. They will start their tests on March 25 and they will end on April 6, 2024. The first language paper will be the first exam in both sets, making it easy to get started on the exam season. The approximately twenty lakh students who were anticipating the dates with bated breath can now rest easy. They may now concentrate their preparation techniques and complete their study programs as they have a clear timeframe in place. The comprehensive schedules for the two tests have also been made public by KSEEB and can be accessed on their official website, kseab.karnataka.gov.in. Important lessons learned: II PUC Examinations: March 1–22, 2024; SSLC Examinations: March 25–April 6, 2024 First language paper is the first exam in both.  

CUET PG 2024: Srinagar and Gurugram will have additional test centers

CUET PG 2024: Two additional test cities have been added by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) in 2024. Srinagar and Gurugram in Haryana are the new test cities."Candidates and other interested parties have requested the addition of additional test cities for their convenience. According to an official NTA statement, "The National Testing Agency (NTA) has decided to add 02 more Cities as Examination Centers for CUET (PG) – 2024."CUET PG 2024: Here's how to adjust after NTA adds two additional exam centers. For CUET PG 2024, NTA is adding two new exam centers: Srinagar and Gurugram. During the adjustment time, candidates can change the exam center city according to their address. The center allocation decision made by NTA is final. CUET PG 2024: Candidates who have already submitted their application forms now have the chance to change their desired examination center city during the allotted correction window, as per an official announcement from the NTA.Two additional test cities, Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir and Gurugram in Haryana, have been strategically added to the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) 2024 by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This action is a reaction to multiple demands for increased accessibility made by stakeholders and candidates. Candidates who have already submitted their registration forms now have the chance to change their desired examination center city within the allotted correction window, as per an official announcement from the NTA. The National Testing Authority (NTA) guarantees applicants that every attempt will be made to assign the test city of their choice; however, the final say-so will be based on the correspondence or permanent address the applicant gave on their application. It should be noted that the NTA has previously lowered the total number of exam city centers for CUET PG 2024 from 337 in 2023 to 300 inside India, including those located outside the nation. This modification aims to maximize the testing procedure while guaranteeing a streamlined and effective application process for applicants. The CUET PG website has undergone modifications in addition to the test center expansion. You may now reach the new official website at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in.