Author: State Naukri

The world entering 2026 is unlikely to stabilise or fracture. It will harden.By the end of 2025, the geopolitical system churns, but the global system shows no sign of dramatic collapse. It continues to function. Markets clear. Alliances hold. Diplomacy persists. Yet the system no longer feels settled. Authority is exercised, but rarely owned. Action is constant, yet direction is not. Governments move often, speak loudly, but hesitate too long.There was no single crisis this year that reordered the world order. No shock that forced recalibration. Instead, the damage accumulated quietly. Escalation control is discussed, but rarely trusted. Deterrence is…

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) December 2025 session. Candidates appearing for the exam on December 31 can download their admit cards from the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. As per the public notice, the UGC-NET December 2025 will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across exam centres nationwide, covering 85 subjects. The examination is scheduled to take place on December 31, January 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7. Each exam day will have two shifts: the morning session from 9 am to noon and the afternoon session…

Considering the health and safety of students in view of severe cold in Una, the district administration has temporarily changed the operational timings of all educational institutions and Anganwadi centers. Una District Disaster Management Authority Chairman cum Deputy Commissioner Jatin Lal issued an order in this regard. According to the order, all government and private educational institutions (pre-primary, primary, middle, and senior secondary schools) in the district will operate from 10 am to 3.30 pm while all the Anganwadi centers will function from 10 am to 3 pm from December 29-January 31. The timings of schools are generally 8 am…

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a two-day edit window for candidates to correct or modify particulars in their online application forms for the Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 (DRQ2026). The move comes after the closing date for receipt of applications, providing a final opportunity for applicants to rectify errors ahead of the competitive examination. According to the CBSE notice, the correction facility will be available from December 29 (Monday) to December 30 (Tuesday), 2025 (up to 11:59 pm). Candidates are advised to use this window carefully, as no further chances will be granted for editing details.…

On December 24, 2025, Union Minister Prahlad Joshi, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution (MoCAF&PD), unveiled a new Indian Standard (IS) 19412:2025 for Incense sticks (Agarbatti) Specification, developed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under (MoCAF&PD), at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi.The launch, marking the first dedicated IS for incense sticks, was held to coincide with National Consumer Day 2025, observed on December 24, 2025.Exam Hints:What? New IS 19412:2025 for Incense sticks (Agarbatti) unveiledWho? Union Minister Prahlad Joshi, MoCAF &PDWhen? National Consumer Day (December 24, 2025)Developer: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)Banned Chemicals: alethrin, permethrin, cypermethrin, deltamethrin…

The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana, has released the TS TET Hall Ticket 2026 on December 27. Candidates who have registered for the Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TS TET / TG TET 2026) can now download their admit cards from the official website tgtet.aptonline.in/tgtet. To download the hall ticket, candidates need to log in using their candidate ID or registered mobile number along with their date of birth. The hall ticket is a mandatory document and must be carried in printed form to the examination centre. The TS TET 2026 examination will be conducted from January 3 to…

Key Takeaways ASO jobs seem appealing due to a salary of ₹75,000 to ₹80,000, but real-life expenses often diminish savings significantly. A Reddit discussion revealed that high living costs and unrealistic expectations contribute to dissatisfaction with the ASO salary. Many ASOs face challenges with rent, commuting, and daily expenses, leading to disposable income below ₹40,000. Comparisons with private sector salaries and social media lifestyles often lead to frustration among ASOs about their earnings. Despite salary concerns, government jobs provide job security, fixed hours, and benefits that enhance long-term stability. Cracking the SSC CGL exam is a dream for lakhs of…

On December 26, 2025, PARAM Rudra supercomputer, a state-of-the-art High-Performance Computing (HPC) system, was launched at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Patna(Bihar), marking the first PARAM RUDRA supercomputer in Bihar.The launch ceremony was presided over by Amitesh Kumar Sinha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).Exam Hints:What? Supercomputer Param Rudra UnveiledWhere?  IIT-Patna in Patna (Bihar)Who? Amitesh Kumar Sinha, Additional Secretary, MeitYSignificance: First PARAM Rudra in BiharMission: National Supercomputing Mission (NSM)Implementation: MeitY and DST; C-DAC and IISc Bengaluru as nodal agencies.PARAM Rudra at IIT Patna: Background: In May 2023, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between IIT Patna and Centre…

As 2025 draws to a close, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) once again stands at the centre of India’s administrative and academic discourse. From the release of examination calendars and major results to policy changes, controversies, and inspiring success stories, the year was packed with developments that shaped the journey of crores of aspirants. This year-end takes a look back at the UPSC in 2025, recapturing some of the important news and updates that mattered to the students.This year also saw the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) chairperson, Dr Ajay Kumar, hold a live interaction session with civil services…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the new policies are being framed with a focus on youth empowerment, placing young people at the center of nation-building.Addressing the Veer Baal Diwas programme at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, he remarked that they represent Gen Z and Gen Alpha, and it is their generation that will lead India to the goal of becoming a developed nation, according to an official release. He stated that he sees and understands their competence and confidence, and therefore places great trust in them. Quoting the adage, PM Modi explained that even if…