Visa refused, admission denied: Why study abroad aspirants need a Plan B before it’s too late

As overseas education becomes increasingly competitive, students often prepare extensively for admissions and visas but overlook the possibility of rejection. This feature explores why having a Plan B is essential for study abroad aspirants, especially those facing high academic and family expectations. Experts highlight the emotional impact of setbacks, the risks of rushed decisions, and…

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CBSE clarifies R3 rule: Class 10 students of 2027-28 batch must clear school-based third language assessment for pass certificate

CBSE Class 10 2027-28: School-based R3 assessment mandatory for pass certificate, no Board exam for third language NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has clarified that while the third language (R3) will not be part of the Class 10 Board examination for the current batch of Class 9 students, clearing the school-based…

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CSIR UGC NET June 2026 admit card released; exam on July 17 and 18: Direct link

CSIR UGC NET June 2026 admit card released CSIR UGC NET June 2026 admit card: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit card for the Joint CSIR UGC NET June 2026 examination. Registered candidates can download their provisional hall tickets from the official CSIR NET portal at https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/ using their application number and…

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He has a PhD, multiple degrees and years of teaching experience. Yet he still drives a cab after class to support his livelihood

Meet Dr E Thirumalai Raja, the guest lecturer with multiple degrees who drives a cab after classes Every year, thousands of students are told that education is the key to a better future. Degrees, they are told, open doors. Hard work eventually pays off.For Dr E. Thirumalai Raja, the journey certainly reflects hard work. He…

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Kea Seat Allotment: KCET UGCET 2026 provisional first-round seat allotment result declared on cee.kerala.gov.in; candidates can raise objections by 5 PM

KEA releases UGCET 2026 first round provisional seat allotment; check result and objection process KEA seat allotment 2026: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the provisional results of the first round of seat allotment for UGCET 2026 admissions to professional courses, including Engineering. Candidates can now access their provisional allotment status through the official…

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Meet the IPS officer who led the Nirbhaya investigation: The woman who stood between public outrage and the pursuit of justice

Chhaya Sharma IPS: The officer who led the Nirbhaya case investigation with courage and precision When India remembers the 2012 Nirbhaya case, it remembers a tragedy that shook the nation’s conscience and changed conversations around women’s safety. It remembers the protests, the public anger and the demand for justice. But behind one of the country’s…

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IIMA establishes Mattu Centre to strengthen finance research and Indian capital market studies

IIMA launches Mattu Centre with focus on finance research and India-specific databases NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has established the Mattu Centre for Research in Security Pricing and Corporate Finance to advance research in asset pricing, corporate finance, corporate governance and financial economics. Announced on July 13, 2026, the Centre of…

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OJEE Counselling 2026 flags document discrepancy, warns candidates to correct CBSE ‘RT’ status: Check complete details here

OJEE Counselling 2026 has flagged document verification discrepancies affecting candidates with CBSE ‘RT’ status and issued strict instructions to avoid seat cancellation. The counselling authority has also extended the Round 1 document upload and seat acceptance fee deadline for several postgraduate programmes. (Representational Image) The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell has issued a warning…

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HPBOSE Class 10th model question papers released at hpbose.org: Direct link to download here

HPBOSE has made the Class 10 model question papers for the 2026-27 academic session available online, offering students an early look at the revised board examination format. Covering multiple subjects, these practice papers are designed to familiarise candidates with the marking scheme, question pattern and exam structure, enabling them to prepare more effectively ahead of…

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