GATE 2027 registration starts today: IIT Madras adds Robotics & Automation paper, check key dates

GATE 2027 notification out: Apply online from September 2, check dates, fees and eligibility GATE 2027 notification: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has released the GATE 2027 notification for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. The notification was issued on July 20, 2026, with online applications opening on September 2. Candidates can apply…

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UPSC CMS result 2026 expected soon: Check result date, merit list, DAF and interview details

UPSC CMS result 2026 soon: 1,358 vacancies, result checking steps and selection process explained UPSC CMS result 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to announce the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) Written Result 2026 in mid-September 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination on August 2, 2026, will be able to check…

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DU fourth year rollout sparks teacher workload concerns as DUTA flags resource crunch

Delhi University will offer direct PhD admissions to its first four-year undergraduate program graduates. Students achieving a 7.5 CGPA, or 7 for SC/ST, can apply directly. The implementation of the fourth year of Delhi University’s undergraduate programme has opened a fresh debate over faculty workload, academic supervision and institutional preparedness. The Delhi University Teachers’ Association…

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UGC NET June 2026 re-exam city intimation slip released at ugcnet.nta.nic.in: Direct link to download here

The National Testing Agency has released the advance city intimation slips for the UGC NET June 2026 re-examination for English, Commerce and Sociology. UGC NET June 2026 re-exam city intimation slip 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the advance city intimation slips for candidates appearing in the UGC NET June 2026 re-examination. The…

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Google Antigravity explained: How it differs from Gemini and what it means for software developers

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way software is written, tested and maintained. Google’s latest push in this direction is Google Antigravity, an agent-first development platform designed to help developers move beyond simply asking AI to generate code. While it works with Google’s Gemini models, Antigravity and Gemini serve different purposes. What is Google Antigravity?…

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Online Mode Recognition For Heis: UGC invites applications from HEIs for ODL, online programme recognition for 2026-27: Check details here

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has invited applications from eligible Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) seeking recognition to offer programmes through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and/or online mode for the 2026-27 academic year. The process will cover academic sessions beginning January-February 2027 and subsequent sessions.Eligible institutions can submit their applications through the UGC Distance Education…

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India makes IST the sole official time reference: Here’s what changes and why

India has made Indian Standard Time mandatory across official and commercial systems, creating a common timing framework for banking, telecom, digital infrastructure and government platforms. Why in the news The Union Consumer Affairs Ministry notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026 on August 27. The rules designate Indian Standard Time (IST) as the…

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Gujarat schools hit by heavy rain can hold classes on holidays to complete syllabus, say officials

Heavy rainfall and flooding in south Gujarat have disrupted classes in several areas, prompting schools to adjust their academic schedules. The state education department has prioritised syllabus completion, with schools allowed to use Saturdays and special classes to recover lost teaching time. Officials also said replacement textbooks have been provided to students whose books were…

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