NEET UG 2026 result declared: AIR 1 Aryan Gupta says ‘Hard work never goes unnoticed’, shares advice for aspirants
NEET UG 2026 joint topper Aryan Gupta from Punjab has shared the determination behind securing AIR 1 with 715 marks. Studying up to 17 hours a day, he said his dream of becoming an oncologist was inspired by a personal loss. He also encouraged future aspirants to stay patient, work consistently and never lose faith […]
SpaceX abruptly scrubs Starship test flight
SpaceX’s mega rocket Starship sits on the launch pad after its test flight was aborted when some of the engines failed to ignite, in Starbase, Texas. | Photo Credit: AP SpaceX on Thursday (July 17, 2026) aborted what was to be its first Starship flight since the company went public, abruptly calling it off just […]
IGNOU extends July 2026 fresh admission deadline to July 31 for ODL and online programmes: Check details here
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for fresh admissions to the July 2026 academic session until July 31. The extension applies to both ODL and online programmes, covering undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma and certificate courses. Eligible candidates can use the additional time to complete their registration and secure admission to […]
NEET UG 2026 cut-off released alongside results; Check category-wise qualifying marks, percentiles
The National Testing Agency has published the NEET UG 2026 cut-off alongside the result, detailing the minimum qualifying marks and percentiles for each category. The revised cut-off is higher than last year’s, indicating a more competitive examination. Qualified candidates can now begin the counselling process for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, B.Sc. Nursing and other undergraduate medical […]
Cisce Isc Class 12 Improvement Result: ISC Class 12 improvement result 2026 declared at cisce.org, rechecking window open till July 20: Check details here
CISCE has declared the ISC Class 12 Improvement Result 2026, allowing candidates to access their updated scorecards through the official website. Students seeking verification of their answer scripts can apply for rechecking until July 20. The council has also directed schools to obtain revised result records and complete the formalities for issuing updated marks statements […]
SpaceX Starship launch aborted on pad at last moment
SpaceX’s mega rocket Starship stood ready but was aborted before liftoff, in Starbase, Texas, on July 16, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP SpaceX’s mega Starship rocket came within a second or so of blasting off on a test flight but some of the engines failed to start, triggering a launch abort. Elon Musk’s company said […]
Eighth Edition of ‘Brick 12 on 12’ Design Showcase in Pune
Brick Group of Institutes to host eighth edition of ‘Brick 12 on 12’ design showcase in Pune PUNE: Satish Misal Educational Foundation’s (SMEF) Brick Group of Institutes will host the eighth edition of its flagship annual event, ‘Brick 12 on 12’, on July 17 and 18 at the SARTHI Auditorium, Shivajinagar, bringing together students, alumni, […]
AI should augment human intelligence, not replace it, says MKCL Founder Vivek Sawant
AI should augment human intelligence, not replace it, says MKCL founder Vivek Sawant PUNE: Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be treated as a tool to strengthen human thinking rather than as a competitor, Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Limited (MKCL) founder-director Vivek Sawant said while addressing the silver jubilee celebrations of Pune Vidyarthi Griha’s College of Science and […]
At 17, Indian-American student leads nearly 300 US Navy cadets before school; now she is closer to becoming an officer
She joined NJROTC to build confidence. Years later, she leads hundreds of cadets at 17 17-year-old Indian-American student leads 300 US Navy cadets, earns Naval Academy Preparatory School admission She joined NJROTC to build confidence. Years later, she leads hundreds of cadets at 17 17-year-old Indian-American student leads 300 US Navy cadets, earns Naval Academy […]
Tamil Nadu school holiday update 2026: Schools and colleges to remain closed on July 28 and August 3
Tenkasi and Namakkal announce local holidays in July and August for major Tamil cultural festivals Students in parts of Tamil Nadu will have additional holidays in July and August as district administrations have announced local holidays for major regional festivals. Schools, colleges and government offices in Tenkasi district will remain closed on July 28, 2026, […]