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Delhi HC declines urgent listing of Karni Sena plea over September 20 UGC protest

The Delhi High Court declined an urgent listing for a Karni Sena protest plea. The Sena sought permission for a demonstration against reservation policies and UGC regulations. Previously, the court directed police to consider a fresh application for a revised date. Police had rejected an earlier application citing BRICS Summit…

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UGC-NET re-exam 2026: NTA warns Delhi candidates of traffic delays amid BRICS Summit

The National Testing Agency has advised candidates appearing for the UGC-NET June 2026 re-examination in Delhi on September 9 and 10 to plan their travel in advance due to expected traffic restrictions linked to the upcoming BRICS Summit. The agency said exam centres are outside areas expected to face major…

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Delhi HC seeks Centre, NTA response over UGC-NET English re-exam

The Delhi High Court has sought responses from the National Testing Agency and the Centre. This is regarding a plea challenging the decision to re-conduct the UGC-NET English examination. The court also directed authorities to decide on refunding examination fees. A candidate filed a plea to quash the notice for…

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After 30 years working in cubicle and burnouts, a 50-year-old quits corporate job to make reels, now she earns Rs 4.7 crore in a year

After spending nearly 30 years working in insurance, a corporate employee quit her corporate job in her mid-50s and ventured into social media content creation. With no prior video-making experience, she built a successful career through UGC and TikTok Shop, earning around $500,000, or nearly Rs 4.7 crore, in 2025.

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This Gen Xer left her cubicle behind. At 59, she says she made $500,000 in the creator economy

Some creators are finding their age can be an advantage as brands try to reach older consumers.

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Answer keys for UGC NET announced, says NTA

The National Testing Agency announced UGC-NET 2026 final answer keys for 84 subjects. Fresh examinations were ordered for English, Commerce, and Sociology papers due to errors. These re-examinations are scheduled for September 9 and 10. Candidates will not need to pay any additional examination fee.

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Roblox Adaptations Are Turning Steam's Biggest Indie Hits Into Free-to-Play Competitors

Every Roblox hit spawns dozens of clones within weeks. How the knockoff economy works, why Roblox permits it, and how to tell a clone from the real thing.

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UGC equity regulations 2026 under reconsideration: Centre to SC

The Supreme Court is hearing pleas challenging UGC equity regulations. The Centre informed the court that the 2026 regulations are under reconsideration. Previously, the apex court had kept these regulations in abeyance. The court sought a comprehensive counter affidavit from the UGC. The existing 2012 regulations will continue to operate…

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UGC NET cancelled papers written by AI? Experts flag signs of AI use, NTA denies

The National Testing Agency has cancelled and ordered fresh UGC-NET papers in English, Commerce and Sociology after candidates and subject experts flagged errors and repeated questions. The Sociology paper reportedly contained misspelled names of scholars such as George Ritzer and Talcott Parsons, while candidates alleged that around 67 of 150…

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UGC-NET June 2026 exam to be conducted again in September: Centre to Delhi HC

The Centre informed the Delhi High Court about retesting three UGC-NET subjects. Sociology, English, and Commerce papers will be re-conducted on specific dates. This decision followed complaints regarding errors and alleged question paper leaks. A candidate's petition seeking a stay on results was disposed of by the court.

The Economic Times

NTA removes over 50 staff, begins system overhaul after UGC-NET errors

The National Testing Agency removed over fifty staff members following examination errors. A major overhaul of its examination system is now underway. Professionals are being hired for key roles in test security and technology. Re-tests for three UGC-NET papers will be conducted in September. Opposition parties and student groups have…

The Economic Times

UGC-NET retest: Qualifying candidates, subject-wise allocations won't be reduced: NTA sources

The number of qualifying candidates and subject-wise allocations for English, Commerce and Sociology will not be reduced on account of the re-test being conducted for the three UGC-NET papers, NTA sources said on Monday.

The Economic Times

UGC-NET 2026: Rahul Gandhi questions NTA over cancellation of 3 papers

In a passionate address, Rahul Gandhi has condemned the Modi government for its handling of the UGC-NET re-exams. He insists that the National Testing Agency must be responsible for the oversight, impacting countless candidates who have prepared for years. With retests scheduled for English, Commerce, and Sociology, Gandhi argues that…

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JNU VC rejects recruitment irregularities; call allegations 'propaganda'

JNU Vice Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit denies allegations of faculty recruitment irregularities. She labels the accusations from JNUSU and JNUTA as baseless propaganda. The university administration states over 400 interviews and 200 positions were filled recently. Nearly seventy percent of these appointments benefited reserved and marginalized categories. The administration asserts…

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CSIR UGC NET June 2026 answer key out: How to check, direct link, objection window, fee and steps to challenge

NTA has released the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key. Candidates can submit objections against the official answers until August 18, 2026. A processing fee of Rs 200 is required for each question challenged. Candidates can calculate their expected scores using a simple formula. The agency will review all…

The Economic Times

UGC NET June 2026 answer key: Check steps on how to download, direct link, know how to raise objections and more

UGC NET June 2026 out today: The National Testing Agency is set to release the provisional answer key for UGC NET June 2026 today. Candidates can access their responses via the official website and calculate their potential scores. Should they find errors, objections may be submitted, accompanied by a processing…

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Demolishing a varsity, dismantling futures: The story of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University’s fight for survival

“I felt terrible, they were maligning us right in front of us, sitting outside our campus. I was shocked that government teachers were doing this and the district magistrate had set up the camp while we are still a functioning university,” Zaheeruddin lamented.

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Delhi government puts forward a bill reserving 25% seat quota for local students

Delhi's cabinet approved a bill for private universities, reserving 25% of seats for local students. This new legislation will establish a regulatory framework for these institutions operating within the capital. The bill also mandates merit-based scholarships for 25% of Delhi students, offering fee exemptions and reductions.

The Economic Times

Is an online degree valid for corporate jobs? UGC guidelines and DY Patil online credibility

Are online degrees accepted by employers? A look at the validity of online degrees for corporate jobs, UGC guidelines, and the credibility of DY Patil Online, alongside UGC-DEB entitlement, NAAC A++ accreditation, and industry-recognised programmes.

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UGC NET June 2026 answer key: When will NTA release it? Check expected date and time

Candidates await the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key release. The National Testing Agency is expected to release it soon in August. The examination was conducted in computer-based test mode from June 22 to July 5. Candidates can check the answer key on the official NTA UGC NET website.…

The Economic Times

'Paper leak agitation is a culmination of years of Left activism, not revival': AISA's Neha Bora

Left student groups provided visual language and organizational support for the recent protest. These organizations offered a political narrative and creative elements to the movement. Their participation was an inevitable continuation of years of campus activism. The Left's slogans and visual campaigns gained significant popularity among young participants. This experience…

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What does GTA Online 2.0 even look like—and, more to the point, what do we even want from Grand Theft Auto 6 multiplayer?

So much remains unknown about the future of GTA 6's inevitable multiplayer offshoot

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Bill to prevent insults to Vande Mataram, amend FCRA Act listed for Parliament's Monsoon session

Several significant bills are slated for introduction during the Lok Sabha Monsoon session. The Vande Mataram national song will receive statutory protection similar to the national anthem. New legislation aims to tighten control over foreign contributions to non-governmental organizations. Stricter regulations for delayed birth and death registrations are also planned.…

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Higher education bill may not improve autonomy of HEIs, treats courses inconsistently: Think tank

A legislative think tank analysis suggests the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, may not significantly improve higher education autonomy. The bill proposes a unified regulatory commission, dissolving existing bodies like UGC and AICTE. It inconsistently applies to various professional courses, exempting legal and medical programs. Grounds for removing part-time…

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