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IIT Kharagpur becomes first IIT to offer NMC-accredited postgraduate medical degrees
IIT Kharagpur is set to become the first IIT to offer postgraduate medical degree programmes. The inaugural cohort of MD students will begin in the academic session 2026-27 at the Dr B C Roy Multi-Speciality Medical Research Centre. Admissions will be conducted through the NEET-PG online counselling process for qualified candidates. Six MD disciplines will be offered, each with two available seats.
NYU Stern MBA applications fall 16.3 per cent as acceptance rate rises to 32 per cent
New York University’s Stern School of Business received 4,130 applications for its full-time MBA Class of 2028, a 16.3 per cent decline from the previous year. Despite fewer applications, the school admitted a record 1,309 candidates, taking its acceptance rate to 32 per cent, the highest in six classes. However, only 321 students enrolled, pushing the admission yield down to 24.5 per cent.
UFO, Aliens are real? Donald Trump reveals 'real deal' Air Force pilots told US President about 'strange' flying object faster than F-22 fighter jet
Donald Trump directed his administration to provide more transparency on questions of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and alien life.
Why New Zealand gets GTA 6 before the rest of the world, and the time-zone trick players are trying
Fans of Grand Theft Auto 6 can look forward to a staggered global release starting from New Zealand. North American players can gain an edge by adjusting their Xbox settings to New Zealand time. Digital preloading kicks off on November 10 to ensure everyone is ready. Meanwhile, physical copies will hit stores on November 12, and Rockstar is actively fueling excitement with fresh game imagery.
IBPS RRB PO Admit Card 2026 released at ibps.in: Check direct link, steps to download, exam dates and important details
Aspiring candidates can easily obtain the IBPS RRB PO 2026 Admit Card from the official website, ibps.in, essential for their exam preparations. The preliminary exam dates are set for November 21 and 22, 2026, followed by the mains on December 20. The admit card features vital information like the candidate's name, test location, and reporting time.
Jensen Huang love story: How 17-year-old Nvidia CEO won over 19-year-old Lori at Oregon State University. There were just 3 girls in class among 250 students
Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, has come clean about an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, sparking controversy due to her suspected ties to Chinese intelligence. Meanwhile, Nvidia's board has launched an investigation into the situation. Jensen met his wife Lori at Oregon State University, where they studied electrical engineering, and they tied the knot in 1985 after his pledge to be a CEO by age 30.
Got leftover rotis? Mumbai nutritionist shares high-protein nachos recipe
In a clever twist of culinary creativity, Mumbai nutritionist Vanshika Khurana unveils a delicious nacho bowl recipe crafted from leftover rotis. This nutritious meal is packed with protein, featuring roasted rotis, hearty dal, creamy guacamole, and zesty salsa, all made from everyday ingredients. It not only provides a flavorful experience but also promotes the ingenious use of food scraps.
Rs 4 lakh investment built an Rs 7848 crore empire. How a Mumbai man, who once earned Rs 150 a month, built a flourishing diagnostic laboratory chain
The entrepreneurial path of Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani shows how perseverance, vision, and ingenuity can help create a profitable business with little funding. He invested just Rs 4 lakh to start a small thyroid testing lab in 1996, with Rs 2 lakh coming from personal savings and another Rs 2 lakh taken out of his provident fund.
Agnipath reset puts age, talent & pension goals to test
Agnipath, introduced in 2022, aimed to reform military recruitment by allowing soldiers to serve for four years. Recent changes now allow all Agniveers to retain permanent service after their tenure. This shift could affect the average age of soldiers, previously intended to decrease. The decision may also impact the annual pension bill and the creation of trained ex-soldiers for civilian roles.
Senior IPS officer Rajesh Kumar on Friday took charge as the new Director General of Police (DGP) of Arunachal Pradesh
Rajesh Kumar has taken charge as the new Director General of Police for Arunachal Pradesh. He succeeded Shiv Darshan Singh Jamwal, who was transferred to Delhi earlier this month. Rajesh Kumar held discussions with Home Minister Mama Natung about improving peace and security in the state. Protests against the proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project have intensified, resulting in violence and arrests.
Internship stipends rise at top B-schools as recruiters step up hiring
Recruiters are focusing on summer internships for hiring, offering higher stipends for the 2026-28 batch. Top business schools like IIM Calcutta and IIM Lucknow report increased median stipends and recruitment participation. IIM Kozhikode has noted an improvement in pre-placement offers and conversions from internships. New recruiters have joined the hiring process, diversifying opportunities for students.
FDA flags persistent data-integrity lapses, insanitary conditions at Indian drug facilities
The US FDA continues to identify serious data integrity issues in Indian pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. During inspections, inspectors found discarded documents related to key manufacturing processes, highlighting compliance concerns. To ensure safe medicines, drugmakers are urged to scrutinize their supply chains and monitor suppliers effectively. Additionally, human errors contributed significantly to production incidents, affecting operations and batch release timelines.
Centre mulls panel to revisit UGC equity regulations amid Supreme Court case
On January 29, the Supreme Court stayed the operation of the 2026 UGC regulations due to concerns over ambiguity. The Centre has informed the court about the possibility of forming a committee to revisit these regulations. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta stated that the government aims to address the concerns of all student groups. Several petitions have challenged the constitutional validity of specific provisions within the regulations.
Jantar Mantar protests: HPEC received hardly any complaints, SC told
The High-Powered Enquiry Committee is currently facing difficulties in receiving complaints about the July 20 protests. It has issued notices in 149 newspapers but received very few responses from the public. The protests, led by the Cockroach Janta Party, called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Supreme Court has directed the committee to submit interim reports regularly.
All Agniveers to get permanent jobs after 6 years? Is Agnipath scrapped? Defence officials answer
The revised Agnipath scheme has raised questions about regular jobs, seniority and whether the original recruitment model has been scrapped. The government has clarified that the first 25% of Agniveers will enter regular service after four years, while the remaining 75% will serve an additional two years before enrolment, with their seniority protected.
Centre, states to discuss mining and coal sector reforms at conference in Goa: Minister
The National Conference on Mining is set to take place in South Goa over two days. The event will involve the Centre and states discussing reforms and challenges in the mining sector. Key agenda items include launching new critical mineral auction tranches and enhancing transparency. Extensive discussions are planned with states to unlock the sector's potential and advance reforms.
Agniveers' tenure extended by two years; CDS says 75% outgoing Agniveers will also be given option to continue in armed forces
Agniveer extension news: The Centre has announced a two-year engagement extension for the remaining 75% of Agniveers following feedback on the Agnipath scheme. CDS General N S Raja Subramani said all would be offered a pathway to regular enrolment after the extended period. He also announced changes to recruitment tests and skill certificates for Agniveers.
Alaska midterm election results: Is Nick Begich III winning? When will final results be declared?
As the counting progresses for the US House of Representatives midterm election in Alaska, Republican Nick Begich III is currently in the lead with nearly half of the votes accounted for. Independent candidate Bill Hill trails behind and will need a substantial number of remaining ballots to narrow the gap. If no candidate garners over 50% of first-choice votes, ranked-choice voting will be implemented.
Michigan Election Results 2026: Why 8 PM in Detroit is the time to watch and what it could tell us about the Senate race
Most Michigan polls close at 8 p.m. ET, but four Upper Peninsula counties vote an hour later by the Eastern clock. Detroit expects to report most of its ballots by 11 p.m. ET. The city’s timetable offers an early guide to election night, though close statewide races could take longer.
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