Shubhanshu Shukla educational qualifications: From NDA cadet to astronaut, charting a course to the stars

On a quiet night in Lucknow, a young Shubhanshu Shukla gazed at the sky, captivated by the stories of the Kargil War. Two decades later, he is set to make history as India’s next astronaut. A decorated Indian Air Force fighter pilot, Shukla has trained rigorously in Russia and India, preparing for both the Gaganyaan mission and Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) to the International Space Station. His journey—from flying MiG-21s to commanding a SpaceX Dragon—marks India’s ascent in human spaceflight. As he readies for liftoff, he carries with him not just personal ambition but the aspirations of a nation venturing beyond Earth.

RSSB JE admit card 2024: Hall tickets released for Feb 6, 7 exam, direct link to download here

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released the Junior Engineer (JE) admit card for the 2024 exam, scheduled for February 6 and 7, 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in. Admit cards for other exam dates will be issued on February 3 and 14. Applicants must verify all details and follow the provided instructions. Check the direct link to download the RSSB JE admit card 2024.

BPSC 70th CCE Prelims: Candidates demand exam cancellation, huge protests leading to traffic jams

A crowd of protesters in Patna staged a demonstration near the BPSC office on Thursday, blocking Bailey Road and causing severe traffic jams. Despite announcing the 70th BPSC preliminary exam results, candidates demanded the exam’s cancellation, citing irregularities like question paper leaks and last-minute changes. The protest disrupted commuters, and the Patna High Court will hear the case on January 31.

Budget 2025: 5 key expectations for the education sector

As India awaits Union Budget 2025, key expectations in education include GST reduction, bridging the skill gap, boosting vocational training, enhancing digital infrastructure, and improving teacher training. Investments in innovation, higher education reforms, and AI integration are also anticipated, aiming to make education more affordable, accessible, and aligned with industry needs.

University of Southampton to get Indian campus in 2025: British Council Director weighs in on UK-India academic ties

The University of Southampton will open the first UK campus in Gurugram, India in August 2025, marking a significant educational milestone. British Council Director Alison Barrett highlighted the UK’s commitment to Indian students, emphasising opportunities for higher education, work visas, scholarships, and collaborative UK-India academic partnerships. The director also brought to focus plan by more UK-based universities to open campuses in India.