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The National Testing Agency has announced JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2 results for BArch and BPlanning. Four candidates achieved perfect 100 percentiles, with Meera Krishna R S and Suryathejus S excelling in BArch, and Gowri Sankar V and Sarthak Agarwal in BPlanning. Over 94,000 registered for BArch and over 45,000 for BPlanning across both sessions.

UPTET 2026: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission has set 3 May 2026 as the final date for UPTET 2026 online applications. The registration window, opened on 27 March 2026, closes today after an extension notice issued in April. The exam is scheduled for July 2026 in offline mode. Eligibility includes 10+2 with D.El.Ed or graduation with B.Ed. Candidates must complete submission through official UPESSC portals before closure of the application window.

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released the HCS Preliminary examination 2026 results and final answer keys on its official website. Candidates can now check their scores and qualifying status for the 102 advertised posts. Those who cleared the prelims will proceed to the Main Written examination scheduled from June 27 to June 29, 2026.

BPSC 72nd CCE 2026: Bihar Public Service Commission has opened applications for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination 2026 from May 7 to May 31, 2026, for 1186 vacancies after withdrawal of 44 Sugarcane Officer posts. The recruitment covers administrative, police and development services. Graduates are eligible, with age limits between 20 and 42 years depending on category. Selection includes preliminary test with negative marking followed by mains examination and interview. Application fee is Rs. 100 with additional biometric charge.

The NEET-UG 2026 exam in Bihar showcased a balanced yet challenging landscape, with physics presenting significant hurdles for around 1.60 lakh candidates. While students breezed through biology, chemistry struck a chord of moderate complexity. Confusing questions added to the mix, but the impressive 96% attendance rate underscored students' commitment.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2 results for B.Arch and B.Planning courses. Candidates can now access their scorecards, which include marks, percentile, and All India Rank, on the official NTA JEE Main website. These results are crucial for admission to top architecture and planning institutions across India.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the preliminary answer key for the AP ICET 2026 exam. Candidates can download the key, question papers, and response sheets from the official website to estimate their scores. The exam was conducted on May 2, 2026, in two shifts.

An Indian independent researcher, Kunvar Thaman, has achieved a significant milestone. His solo-authored paper on measuring exploits in LLM agents has been accepted to the prestigious ICML 2026 conference. This achievement highlights the growing importance of AI safety research. Thaman's work introduces a benchmark to study how AI systems might exploit loopholes.

Odisha students have achieved top ranks in ICSE and ISC examinations. Srijit Haldar from Cuttack secured the state's highest score in ICSE. Berhampur's Yajnadatta Samantara and Rajgangpur's Garv Agarwal emerged as state toppers in ISC Science and Commerce respectively. Their success highlights the state's consistent academic performance.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the September-November 2026 examination schedule for CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels. Online application forms will be accepted from July 6, 2026, with a late fee applicable until July 22. The exams are scheduled for September and November, with no changes to dates even if a public holiday is declared.

IIT Roorkee has extended the JEE Advanced 2026 registration deadline to May 5 for JEE Main qualifiers. Applicants must have taken their Class 12 exams in 2025 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. The computer-based exam is scheduled for May 17, with admit cards available from May 11. Fees vary by category

Flushing toilet paper, a seemingly harmless act, is causing significant damage to pipes, wallets, and the planet. Premium, thick papers disintegrate slowly, leading to clogs and costly repairs, especially for septic systems. Mass deforestation and chemical pollution are also linked to its production and disposal.

The Indian Army has confirmed that the Agniveer Admit Card 2026 will be released on May 15, 2026, at joinindianarmy.nic.in. The Common Entrance Exam will be conducted from June 1 to June 15, 2026 in phases. Candidates can download hall tickets using registration details. Refunds for cancelled applications will also be processed on May 15. Recruitment covers multiple Agniveer and JCO/OR posts, with physical tests and Seva Nidhi benefits under Agnipath Scheme framework confirmed system

Coal India Limited is recruiting 660 Management Trainees in E-1 grade, with applications opening May 12, 2026. Selection is based solely on a Computer Based Online Test, with no interviews. The training period offers a pay scale of Rs 60,000 to Rs 1,80,000, and candidates up to 30 years old are eligible.

A senior INTUC leader has raised concerns that textbooks may not reach government school students on time for the new academic year due to a paper shortage. Despite assurances, only 70% of books are completed, with binding stalled. The incoming government faces a significant financial burden to ensure timely distribution, a recurring issue over the past five years.

JEE Advanced 2026 registration commenced today, April 23rd, for admission to IITs and IISc. Conducted by IIT Roorkee, the exam is open to top JEE Main 2026 rank holders. Key dates include registration ending May 4th and the exam on May 17th. Eligibility requires a JEE Main 2026 rank within the top 2,50,000.

Aspiring Chartered Accountants can now download their CA Foundation May 2026 admit cards from eservices.icai.org. The ICAI has released the hall tickets, essential for entry to the examination centre. Candidates must carry a printed copy and valid photo ID. Exams are scheduled from May 14th to May 20th, with timings from 2 PM to 5 PM.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released the exam city intimation slip for the Lab Assistant Recruitment examination 2026. Candidates can check their allotted exam district via their SSO ID. Provisional admit cards will be available for download from May 5, 2026. The examinations are scheduled for May 9 and May 10, 2026.

This year's HSC results from Mumbai reveal a consistent performance accompanied by stricter assessment protocols. Universities observed a heightened rigor in grading, particularly in English, which influenced overall scores. The implementation of more CCTV monitoring and stringent measures against cheating may have played a role in rationalizing the outcomes, causing a notable decline in a few areas.

The JEE Advanced 2026 registration window is set to close soon, with eligible JEE Main qualifiers required to complete applications online. Conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, the exam is scheduled for May 17. Candidates must meet strict eligibility criteria and pay the prescribed fee, with admit cards releasing on May 11.

Against all odds, 16-year-old Laxmi Khimudu from Malkangiri has achieved a remarkable triumph by passing her matriculation exams despite being born without functional hands and one leg. With her foot as her writing instrument, she has shown an incredible dedication to her studies, bolstered by her supportive father.

A striking MIT investigation highlights a disturbing threat from an unsuspected source in our homes: NDMA, a carcinogenic compound found in our kitchen taps, poses a critical danger to children. Research on juvenile mice reveals they face significantly elevated risks of DNA damage and subsequent cancer compared to their adult counterparts.