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New Delhi: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has released a short notification for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 10, offering crucial information for aspiring candidates from the medical field. The detailed notification is expected to be published soon on the official website aiimsexams.ac.in. The NORCET 10 examination will be conducted in two stages—Prelims and Mains—scheduled for April 2026. Important Dates: Application Start Date: 24 February 2026 Application End Date: 16 March 2026 Stage I NORCET Prelims: 11 April 2026 (Saturday) Stage II NORCET Mains: 30 April 2026 (Thursday) Eligibility Criteria: Age: 18–30 years (relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories) Qualification: ...

In a first for Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), IIM Lucknow will now consider JEE (Joint Entrance Exam) scores for admission to one of its newly launched programs. This step marks a significant shift in bridging engineering education and management studies. Three New AI Programs Launched IIM Lucknow recently unveiled three new Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs, aimed at preparing students for a future driven by AI technologies. The announcement was made during the India Bodh AI Conclave 2026, inaugurated by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. BS in Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics – a 4-year program starting in 2026-27. Admission to this course will be based on 12th-grade performance and JEE Advanced scores. Tech MBA – a 2-year program schedul...

Good news for nursing aspirants in Bihar: the long-awaited ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) and GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) exams will be conducted within the next two months. The announcement was made during the Bihar Assembly’s budget session, providing relief to candidates who have been waiting for years. Exam Update For the past three years, Bihar had not conducted ANM and GNM exams. Candidates who applied for the 2023-24 session have been awaiting an official schedule. Now, Health Minister Mangal Pandey announced in the Assembly that these exams will be conducted regularly moving forward, ensuring no further delays. Candidates can expect the 2023-24 session exams to be held within the next two months, and future sessions will follow a routine schedule. Bihar’s decisio...

Bundelkhand University, Uttar Pradesh, has announced a major faculty recruitment drive for the year 2026. The university is inviting applications for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions across more than 30 academic departments. The online application process has already begun through the university’s official website: bujhansi.co.in. Aspiring candidates aiming to teach at a reputed government university can now apply. Vacancy Details | Department | Post | Number of Vacancies || | | - || Engineering | Professor | 1 || Electronics & Communication Engineering | Professor, Associate Professor | 2 || Pharmaceutical Sciences | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 4 || English | Assistant Professor | 2 || Computer Science & Engineering ...

In a groundbreaking move, the Goa government has announced a new policy allowing school teachers to take up to one year of paid leave in case they are diagnosed with a terminal illness. This leave comes with full salary and benefits, without affecting promotions, seniority, or post-retirement pension. The policy has sparked a debate about whether similar provisions should be implemented across India. Key Highlights of the Policy Eligibility: Regular teachers working in government or government-aided schools under the Goa Education Directorate. Duration: Up to 365 days of paid leave for teachers diagnosed with terminal illnesses. Impact: No effect on promotion, seniority, or pension. Teachers rejoining after leave will resume the same post under the same conditions as their col...

The long-awaited Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 is finally here. The Indian Army has released the notification for recruitment across various posts including Agniveer General Duty (GD), Technical, Clerk, Storekeeper Technical, Tradesman, Soldier Pharma, and JCO Religious Teacher. Applications are now open on the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in. A key update for this year is the relaxation in the age limit. Candidates previously concerned about age restrictions can now apply. While the government has not extended the age by two years as requested, applicants up to 22 years old are eligible for Agniveer posts. Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026: Key Details | Category | Details || - | -- || Recruiting Authority | Indian Army || Posts | Agniveer GD, Technical, Assist...

The date 13 February holds significant events in both Indian and world history. On this day, New Delhi was declared the capital of India, and the legendary poet and politician Sarojini Naidu was born. The day is also remembered for a tragic royal event when a young queen was executed at just 18 years of age. A Royal Tragedy: Catherine Howard On 13 February 1542, Catherine Howard, the fifth wife of King Henry VIII of England, was executed near the Tower of London. Catherine was only 18-19 years old at the time. She had married King Henry VIII in 1540 at the age of 16-17, while he was about 30 years her senior. According to Historic Royal Palaces (hrp.org.uk), after becoming queen at Hampton Court Palace, Catherine rekindled a past romance with a former lover. When King Henry VIII l...

The Indian Army has announced a special entry scheme for NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadets, offering a direct pathway to become a Lieutenant. Under the NCC Special Entry Scheme-124 (October 2026), eligible male and female graduates can join the Army through the Short Service Commission without any written examination. Key Details of NCC Special Entry Scheme 2026 Recruiting Authority: Indian Army Entry: NCC Special Entry Scheme-124, Short Service Commission (SSC) for male and female candidates Number of Vacancies: 76 (Male-70, Female-06) Application Start Date: 13 Feb 2026, 3 PM Application End Date: 16 Mar 2026 Age Limit: 19-25 years as of 1 July 2026 Eligibility: Unmarried male and female graduates (final-year students can also apply if they complete their degree ...

The United States has intensified its immigration regulations, and visa applicants are now facing stricter scrutiny, including professional social media checks, before H-1B or other work visas are approved. USCIS Verifying Applicants via LinkedIn The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is increasingly verifying the professional profiles of visa applicants, with LinkedIn under close observation. Immigration attorneys say that the information provided in visa petitions is being cross-checked against publicly available LinkedIn profiles. If inconsistencies are found, the application could be rejected—even if discrepancies were unintentional. USCIS officers are checking job history, job titles, employment timelines, and career progression. Any mismatch between a visa pet...

The H-1B visa program in the United States is facing increasing scrutiny and political opposition. Lawmakers are calling for its repeal, introducing multiple bills aimed at ending the program, creating uncertainty for foreign workers. H-1B Controversy H-1B visas allow U.S. companies to hire foreign workers for specialized roles, mainly in sectors like technology, finance, and healthcare. Every year, 85,000 H-1B visas are issued, of which 20,000 are reserved for students graduating from U.S. universities. Critics argue that companies use the program to hire cheaper foreign labor, which they claim displaces American workers—sparking ongoing debates and legislative action. Recently, a Republican congressman from Florida introduced the EXILE Act, seeking to terminate the H-1B visa. Th...