Mumbai University has deferred all exams slated for today, July 26, in Raigad and Ratnagiri districts due to severe weather warnings from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Pooja Roudale, the Director of the Examination and Evaluation Board, confirmed the delay and stated that new exam dates will be announced shortly.
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Karnataka takes stand against NEET, demands own entrance Exam for Medical and Engineering admissions
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Principal of Madhya Pradesh school booked for allegedly forcing students to speak in English
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Schools and colleges in Muzaffarnagar to close for a week due to Kanwar Yatra
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced that all schools and colleges in Muzaffarnagar will remain closed from July 26 to August 2, 2024, due to the Kanwar Yatra. This decision is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and security of students during the annual religious procession.