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IIM Graduate Surprises Parents With First Salary in Cash

In an age where salaries arrive as bank notifications, text messages, or a quick glance at a mobile banking app, the emotional ritual of receiving a paycheck has largely faded into memory. For many from older generations, however, payday once carried a deeper meaning—one that extended beyond the money itself.

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CCPA imposes Rs 7 lakh penalty for misleading claims relating to UPSC civil services examination results

The Central Consumer Protection Authority has fined Vajiram and Ravi IAS Study Centre Rs 7 lakh. The coaching institute published misleading advertisements about candidate success in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. They failed to disclose that many top rankers only used their free Interview Guidance Programme. This practice misled students…

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IIT Madras ₹10 LPA job offer, UPSC failures to alcohol addiction and more; techie shares friend’s 12-year journey of struggles

An IIT Madras Chemical Engineering graduate rejected a ₹10 LPA placement to pursue UPSC, facing multiple failures over 12 years. After setbacks including a shift to badminton and personal struggles, he found success in day trading, now earning ₹2 lakh monthly and recently married.

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Nearly 5.49 lakh candidates appeared in civil services preliminary exam: UPSC

Nearly 5.49 lakh candidates appeared for the civil services preliminary examination, which saw the successful implementation of real-time face authentication for the first time. This technological advancement, along with mobile signal jammers, aimed to enhance the examination's integrity across 2,072 venues nationwide. The UPSC also announced the upcoming release of…

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UPSC Prelims 2026: IAS officer Divya Mittal shares 8 tips to handle exam pressure and panic

IAS officer Divya Mittal offers practical advice for UPSC aspirants facing the Civil Services Preliminary Examination, emphasizing it's a test of nerves. She shared strategies for managing last-minute panic, maintaining focus during the exam, and handling difficult papers, advocating for a structured approach to maximize scores and separating self-worth from…

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UPSC Recruitment 2026: 100+ Group A, B govt posts including in DGCA & IMD for scientists, engineers, lecturers; check eligibility, salary, how to apply and direct link

The UPSC has opened online applications for numerous Group A and B positions in central government departments, including DGCA, IMD, and ASI. Vacancies range from Airworthiness Officer and Deputy Controller of Explosives to Scientist-B and Manager roles. Several positions are reserved for specific categories, with age relaxations applicable.

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Cockroach Janta Party's Instagram followers are now double BJP's, but it may still not beat India's political giants; UPSC teacher explains why

A satirical online group, the Cockroach Janta Party, is outperforming major Indian parties on Instagram, sparking debate on viral popularity versus electoral power. Political commentator Shekhar Dutt cautions against mistaking online engagement for on-ground support, emphasizing that Indian elections still hinge on trust, local leadership, and years of groundwork, not…

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UPSC exam calendar 2027 released at upsc.gov.in: Check full exam schedule here as civil services prelims to be held on May 23

UPSC exam calendar 2027: The UPSC has released its 2027 Exam Calendar, outlining crucial dates for major recruitment examinations including Civil Services, NDA, and CDS. Aspirants can now plan their preparation with confirmed dates for the Civil Services Prelims on May 23, 2027, and Mains commencing August 20, 2027. The…

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UPSC optional marks row: RTI applicant, DoPT both warn of coaching institutes' misuse before CIC

A dispute over UPSC Mains marks disclosure has reached the Central Information Commission. An RTI applicant and the Department of Personnel and Training both fear coaching institutes could misuse subject-wise marks. The applicant argues lack of transparency allows exploitation. The DoPT fears selective projection of 'high scoring' optional subjects.

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‘I isolated myself, gained 45 kilos’: How IAS officer Pari Bishnoi transformed her life and cracked India's toughest exam UPSC with AIR 30

IAS officer Pari Bishnoi, who achieved AIR 30 in UPSC, shared her journey of overcoming stress eating and gaining 45 kilos after failing her first attempt. She adopted a disciplined, monk-like lifestyle, cutting off distractions, which led to her success. Bishnoi also detailed her inspiring postpartum fitness journey, emphasizing consistency…

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UPSC to release provisional answer key for civil services prelims exam soon after test

The Union Public Service Commission will soon release the provisional answer key for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026. This move aims to increase transparency and address candidate demands. Candidates can submit their representations on the dedicated online portal. Subject experts will review all submissions before the final answer key…

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'Fear of trolling stopping Indians from trying': UPSC mentor sparks debate after Saurabh Dwivedi's Kartavya Netflix debut goes viral

Journalist Saurabh Dwivedi's acting debut in Netflix's 'Kartavya' sparked online mockery, igniting a debate on India's culture of online ridicule and fear of failure. A UPSC mentor has argued that this public humiliation discourages experimentation, leading to risk aversion among young Indians.

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NTA cancels NEET UG 2026: From CUET 2025 glitches to medical exam row, list of disruptions in last few years

India's examination system is facing significant disruptions. Multiple national-level exams, including NEET UG and BPSC tests, have been cancelled due to paper leaks and cheating allegations. Other exams like those by DSSSB and UPSC have been postponed. Technical issues and administrative problems have also led to cancellations and re-examinations for…

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Why Middle-Class Dreams Hurt More Than They Inspire

What if achieving your biggest dream costs you everything you love? What if success feels less like victory and more like emptiness? When we watched Aspirants, Sandeep Bhaiya didn’t feel like a character he felt real. Like someone we know, or someone we could become. His journey reveals a truth…

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Civil services exam topper Anuj Agnihotri scores 52.88 per cent; UPSC discloses final marks

Anuj Agnihotri from AIIMS Jodhpur secured the top rank in the UPSC civil services examination 2025. He achieved 1,071 marks. A total of 958 candidates qualified for prestigious services like IAS, IFS, and IPS. The examination process involved preliminary, main, and personality test stages. Rajeshwari Suve M and Akansh Dhull…

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Two Akanksha Singhs Claim UPSC Rank 301, Controversy Awaits Official Clarification

The announcement of the Civil Services Examination results usually brings celebrations for successful candidates and their families. However, this year one particular rank in the list has sparked an unexpected controversy.

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Anuj Agnihotri Tops UPSC CSE 2025, 958 Candidates Recommended for Civil Services

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the final results of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025, following the written examination held in August 2025 and the Personality Test interviews conducted between December 2025 and February 2026.

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UPSC CSE Final Result 2025 out: Anuj Agnihotri tops exam, 958 candidates selected. Check direct link to download PDF

UPSC CSE Result 2025 PDF Download: The Union Public Service Commission has released the Civil Services Examination 2025 final results. Anuj Agnihotri secured the top rank. A total of 958 candidates have been recommended for appointment to various civil services. The examination process concluded recently. Candidates can check the merit…

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Why India’s Most Educated Youth Are the Most Unemployed

India celebrates its youth as its greatest strength. Every year, millions of students graduate with degrees in engineering, management, science, arts, and commerce — armed with ambition, skill, and the promise of a better future. Families invest savings. Students invest years. Society invests hope. And yet, a troubling paradox defines…

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1876 to 2025: Why civil services age reforms always hit a wall

In an opinion piece published in The Times of India, D Subbarao, former IAS officer and former RBI governor, on Wednesday called for lowering the upper age limit for the civil services examination to 27 years and reducing the number of attempts to three. Last month, following the declaration of…

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Uphill battle for Avadh Ojha despite Poorvanchali support for AAP

In the last election, the Patparganj assembly constituency was in the headlines due to the candidature of AAP leader Manish Sisodia. This time, Sisodia is contesting from another seat as the party has fielded Avadh Ojha, a former UPSC exam coach and motivational speaker-turned-politician.

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UPSC Aspirants Death: Delhi HC to take up Abhishek Gupta's plea seeking removal of financial condition

The Delhi High Court has listed to hear RAU IAS Study Circle CEO Abhishek Gupta's plea to waive the financial condition of Rs 2.5 crores imposed on his interim bail on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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DN Election Special Show: Know the opinions of Delhiites on polls

The citizens have shared their opinions freely with Dynamite News Team on Thursday in Sindhi Park area of Old Rajendra Nagar. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC grants interim protection from arrest to ex-IAS trainee Puja Khedkar

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered that no coercive steps be taken against Former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) trainee officer Puja Khedkar. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi Weather Update: National Capital witnesses change in weather, watch video to know Delhiites' reactions

Drizzling led to a sharp dip in temperature on Saturday evening. Amid light raining, Dynamite News spoke with people to know their opinions about the changing weather. Read further on Dynamite News:

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