1. Smart Cities Mission Boosts School Enrollment by 22%: IIM Bengaluru Study.
The Smart Cities Mission (SCM) has led to a 22% increase in school enrollment and enhanced public safety, according to a study by IIM Bengaluru The introduction of smart classrooms in 2,398 government schools across 71 cities has played a key role in this rise, benefiting economically weaker students.
2.Karnataka University Appoints First Transgender Guest Lecturer.
Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University in Karnataka has made history by appointing K N Renuka Pujar, 27, as its first transgender guest lecturer. Renuka, who joined the Kannada Department at the university’s Nandihalli campus, has faced significant struggles, including transitioning during her studies.
3.UPSC NDA and NA Exam Registration Closes Today.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the registration window for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (1), 2025, today, December 31.
4.Chirag Paswan Urges Nitish Kumar to Address BPSC Protest Amid Police Action.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has called on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to intervene in the ongoing protest by BPSC candidates demanding the cancellation of the 2024 Integrated Combined Competitive Examination.
5.MHT CET 2025 Registration Begins: Apply Now at cetcell.mahacet.org.
The registration window for MHT CET 2025 has opened on December 30, 2024, and will close on February 15, 2025 Candidates can still apply until February 22 with a ?500 late fee The exam will be held in two categories: PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics).
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