The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has reduced the exam fees to benefit the lakhs of candidates appearing for the examinations under it, an official said.
The deceased, Faureed Hussain, was a native of West Bengal’s Birbhum district. This is the 25th case of suicide by a coaching student in Kota this year.
After 3 rounds of counselling, 862 MS, MD and Diplomate of National Board (DNB) seats under all-India quota vacant, 583 vacant under state quota. Govt considering 4th round of counselling.
This means all candidates who appeared for 2023 NEET PG exam will be eligible for admission. Move aimed at filling seats as many go vacant each year, says govt official.
According to authorities, 22 students preparing for competitive exams in the district have attempted suicide so far in 2023 which is the highest for any year. Last year, the figure was 15.
The deaths of a 19-year-old student & his father within three days have put focus on politics surrounding the medical entrance exam. Both DMK, AIADMK govts adopted anti-NEET bills.
Expressing shock over the recent demise of aspirant Jagatheeswaran, who unsuccessfully attempted to clear the entrance test, the CM said he was at a loss to console his family.
The reach and impact of influencers are so significant that even politicians such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi have recognised their value—the National Creators Award is proof.
Economists say there are weaknesses in India’s GDP data. But statisticians claim the accusations are based on flawed understanding, saying while GDP has problems, the economists are looking in the wrong places.
Both the governments expressed their commitment to strengthening their maritime cooperation to strengthen the maritime safety and security framework in the region.
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