examinations

‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’: Experts set to discuss role of technology, gadgets during exams

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi's flagship programme 'Pariksha Pe Charcha’ gains momentum across the country, industry experts are set to discuss the role of technology and gadgets, which are some of the biggest dilemmas faced by students, parents and teachers alike, especially during exams. In an upcoming ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ episode, to be aired on Thursday, Edelweiss Mutual Fund MD and CEO Radhika Gupta and technology expert Gaurav Chaudhary are set to guide students on technology, ti...

September 16, 2024 3:34 PM

Centre allows UPSC to perform Aadhaar-based authentication for candidates’ verifications

The Centre on Wednesday allowed the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to perform Aadhaar-based authentication to verify candidates' identity voluntarily, both at the time of registration and during various stages of examinations and recruitment. In pursuance of sub-clause (ii) of clause (b) of sub-section (4) of section 4 of the Aadhaar, (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016, (as amended) read with rule 5 of the Aadhaar Authentication for Goo...