The NEET-UG 2026 medical entrance exam has been cancelled by the National Testing Agency. This decision follows concerns over the examination's integrity. The exam will be held again on new dates. The Central Bureau of Investigation is probing the alleged irregularities. Candidates will not need to reapply, and existing details remain valid. Fees paid will be refunded.
Large industries can be allowed to take up to 25% apprentices provided they have reached the 15% limit in the last three years, will pay at least 30% above the minimum rate that is mandated and should employ at least 35% or more of the apprentices, Mukherjee said while while speaking at the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) Annual Business Summit on Monday.
India's female labour market may be on the cusp of a structural upgrade, with education, household agency and social mobility driving a gradual shift from casual to regular wage employment, a research report by SBI Research showed. The trend points to a more resilient workforce in the coming years, even as disparities across education levels, geography and social groups persist.
CUSAT has relocated the New Delhi examination centre for CAT 2026 candidates to HRL Digital Solution. Applicants must download updated admit cards and report 90 minutes prior to the exam on May 9-11. Original photo ID or DigiLocker document is mandatory for verification.
Teaching job aspirants demonstrated in Patna, protesting the delayed notification for the BPSC TRE 4.0 exam. Marching from Patna College towards Dak Bungalow Chowraha, they were stopped by police near Gandhi Maidan, with mild force used to disperse the crowd. Candidates are awaiting the notification for over 46,000 posts.
Young professionals remain vulnerable to fraudulent listings despite growing awareness of recruitment scams.
Quick-service apps like Snabbit and Pronto are formalizing the domestic workforce with flexible shifts and attractive monthly payouts, drawing in women workers. Fueled by venture capital, these platforms offer fixed pay, a significant improvement over previous earnings, but face challenges in ensuring worker safety and stability.
Historically, marketing leaders often ascended to CEO roles due to their P&L exposure. While technology has evolved from basic calculators to AI, the core advantage of understanding customer profitability remains. Today's AI-powered CMOs can personalize interactions, moving beyond averages to address individual customer needs, a skill crucial for future leadership.
The NEET-UG 2026 examination took place on Sunday. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the NTA headquarters. He reviewed operational readiness for the exam. Nearly 23 lakh candidates registered for this crucial medical entrance test. The examination was held across 551 Indian cities and 14 international locations. Strict protocols were followed throughout the process.
Top Indian business schools report improved placement packages for the 2026 batch. Consulting and finance sectors are driving this growth. While technology hiring has scaled down, overall recruiter numbers have increased. This indicates a selective recovery in the placement season. XLRI, SPJIMR, MDI, TISS, and IMT Ghaziabad have all witnessed an upward trend in average and median salaries.