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The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will release the STET 2026 admit card on October 18. The exam will be held from October 25 to November 20, 2026. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website using their login credentials.
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Kanimozhi joins student protests in Chennai demanding the withdrawal of the SIR electoral roll exercise and the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing voter disenfranchisement and democratic concerns.
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In the 2026 student union elections in Odisha, ABVP claimed victory in eight out of 13 state universities, while Biju Chhatra Janata Dal candidates secured 55 to 60 percent of seats across the state. Elections were held in 346 colleges and 13 universities after eight years.
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The UPSC has postponed the 2026 Combined Recruitment Test for principals and vice-principals in Delhi's Education Department to January 9, 2027. This decision follows requests from the Government School Teachers Association for more preparation time due to additional duties.
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US stock markets opened mixed on Friday, with Dow Jones and S&P 500 rising 0.2% while NASDAQ 100 declined. Tech and chip stocks faced strong selling pressure amid inflation concerns and rising bond yields, impacting investor sentiment.
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Sahajanand Medical Technologies' IPO received bids for 80,37,775 shares against 97,50,482 shares offered by 5 PM on Day 2. The ₹475 crore IPO is a complete offer for sale with a price band of ₹327 to ₹344 per share, showing strong interest from investors.
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DLF reported a 10% increase in net profit to ₹1,301 crore for Q2 FY27, while revenue dropped 23% year-on-year to ₹1,261 crore. Despite lower revenue, the company maintains a strong cash position of ₹15,084 crore after dividend payouts.
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The National Testing Agency has announced the NIFT 2027 entrance exam date as January 10, with applications open now. Candidates must apply by November 16 to appear for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) for UG, PG, and PhD courses in fashion designing.
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On October 16, 2026, the SENSEX rose by 413.66 points to close at 74,729.27, supported by strong gains in Tech Mahindra and TCS. Meanwhile, shares of IndiGo and others declined amid market and regulatory developments.
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Congress MP and JNU professor Bimol Akoijam plans to legally challenge his dismissal following sexual harassment allegations. He urges peace in Manipur and highlights other regional issues while cooperating with the investigation.
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US stock futures show mixed signals on October 16 as investors watch rising Treasury yields, high oil prices, and Asian market gains. Key stocks like Tesla and Netflix are in focus amid economic shifts and company news.
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The Indian government has approved Rs 1,194.92 crore to upgrade five Industrial Training Institute (ITI) clusters in Maharashtra, Odisha, and Jammu & Kashmir under the PM-SETU scheme. This investment aims to modernize infrastructure, enhance training, and boost employment opportunities.
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LTM reported a 5% year-on-year decline in net profit for Q2 FY27, with revenue rising 2% quarter-on-quarter. The board approved a ₹25 per share dividend. The company’s AI-focused strategy drove growth in key segments and regions.
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Kerala government has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges on October 19, 2023, in observance of the Durgashtami festival. This closure extends the break ahead of Durga Puja holidays on October 20 and 21, allowing students and staff to celebrate the festive season.
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Punjab National Bank reported a 13% increase in net profit for Q2 FY27, with net interest income growing to ₹11,601 crore year-on-year. The bank's net interest margin improved to 2.58%, and asset quality showed signs of improvement.
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Calcutta University has opened online registration for the first round of decentralised counselling for 148 vacant BTech seats in 14 branches for the 2026-27 session. Eligible West Bengal candidates can apply by October 27, 2026.
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Urban Company's Q2 results show a loss of ₹182 crore, up from ₹59 crore last year, while net transaction value grew 39% to ₹1,432 crore. Orders delivered doubled and annual users rose 35%, highlighting strong growth despite increased losses.
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Puducherry government considers direct bus services to help Community College students from distant villages commute easily. The initiative supports rural youth pursuing higher education and skill development at Pondicherry University Community College.
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