Allahabad University PGAT 2025 notification out; apply from April 25
Allahabad University (AU) has invited online applications from eligible candidates for the Post Graduate Admission Test 2025 (PGAT 2025). Eligible candidates can apply for the exam on the official website allduniv.ac.in from April 25 to May 16, 2025.
'The conventional PG courses will be available through PGAT-I while non-conventional PG courses will be available through PGAT-II. PGAT-I test will be held in both online as well as offline mode while PGAT-Il test will be offered via online mode only. The list of courses under PGAT-I and PGAT-Il can be checked in the information bulletin,' reads the notification.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scroll.in
2 hours ago
- Scroll.in
Lucknow to Stirling: Ghosts of 1857 in a Scottish Museum
Rudyard Kipling's Kim – that iconic novel of the Raj – first appeared as a serial in McClure's Magazine in December 1900, a month before the death of Queen Victoria. At this point, the British Empire was arguably at its strongest. The event that extended Victoria's reign to India was the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, now referred to as the Indian Uprising or the Great Rebellion. After this, British rule in India passed from the East India Company to the British Crown. Most references to the events of 1857-58 in Kim come from an old Indian villager, 'who had served the [British] government in the days of the Mutiny as a native officer…' He goes on to describe his loyal service for the Company army: 'Nine wounds I bear; a medal and four clasps and the medal of an Order, for my captains, who are now generals, remembered me when the Kaisar-i-Hind had accomplished fifty years of her reign…' Kaisar-i-Hind was the title Queen Victoria assumed as she was proclaimed the Empress of India in 1877. The queen marked the golden jubilee of her reign in 1887, at an event in which several Indian princes and soldiers participated. Exactly a century after Kim, a young British author, born to a Jamaican mother and an English father, debuted with her bestselling novel White Teeth (2000), which turns 25 this year. By the time the English-speaking world woke up to Zadie Smith, the British Raj was, to quote Charles Dickens, as 'dead as a doornail'. Even the English men's cricket team, for long a symbol of the Raj, had a captain who was born in Madras (now Chennai) and had an Indian father. Yet, the 'Mutiny' continued to haunt the multicultural Britons of White Teeth, in which a Bangladeshi immigrant named Samad Iqbal, who had fought for the British Indian Army in World War II, claims to be a great grandson of Mangal Pande, a soldier in the Company army often credited with instigating the rebellion of 1857. The empire was instrumental in Britain's rise as a modern nation state and, in the history of the British Empire, there are few events that left a mark as lasting as the Mutiny of 1857, as reflected in English fiction from Kipling to Zadie Smith. The 'Mutiny', in the shared histories of Britain and India, is today an enduring symbol of the horrors of colonialism for a contemporary Britain grappling with immigration from former colonies such as India. Sitting in a castle in Scotland, a small piece of mutiny-era Lucknow bears the weight of this shared history. A Scottish regiment Trophies of the British triumph over the Indian 'mutineers' occupy pride of place at the Regimental Museum of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, deep inside one of the several grey stone buildings of the Stirling Castle in Scotland. The Highlanders were a Scottish regiment that became famous as 'The Thin Red Line' in 1854 during the Crimean War. Journalist WH Russell, who gave them this epithet, was also present in India as a correspondent of the Times during the latter stages of the Mutiny. The Highlanders were instrumental in the British campaigns during the Indian Uprising, playing a major role in the Siege of Lucknow, when the British Residency there and its British and Indian inhabitants were besieged for several months by the sepoys. The siege began in June 1857, British reinforcements arrived in September, but fighting continued till the Residency was finally evacuated in November 1857. The siege later inspired Alfred Tennyson's 1879 poem The Defence of Lucknow, which also features the Highlanders. The Regimental Museum of the Highlanders houses several exhibits from the siege as symbols of their military triumph. These include gallantry medals such as the Victoria Cross awarded for the 'Relief of Lucknow', memoirs by soldiers who survived, military uniforms, paintings of British attacks and weaponry such as bayonets and swords. One of the exhibits is a letter by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson (who wrote Treasure Island and created Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde) to Sergeant Forbes Mitchell expressing his sympathy and pride after reading the Sergeant's memoir on the Mutiny. The exhibits represent the power of British arms but are not beyond the troubling questions of the violence and exploitation experienced by the subjects of the Raj. How should an army acknowledge the effects and the implications of its actions? Can it commemorate its past in terms other than valour, sacrifice and an implied antipathy against the 'enemy'? Does it have an obligation to justify its actions, particularly when it fights for an empire – which, by its very nature, is an exploitative institution? In an age when war is consumed on prime-time television, how does an army, and more importantly, a society, make peace with war? In their 2018 book, East India Company at Home, 1757-1857, historians Margot Finn and Kate Smith argue that British material culture and even its built environment were profoundly influenced by objects and designs that originated in the colonies. This took place within a larger network of the exchange of people and objects in the wake of imperialism. The Stirling Castle reflects this due to its association with the English royal family, and can be considered a version of the English country house, which refers to mansions owned by aristocratic families in the English countryside. At the same time, the exhibits in the castle are material symbols of centuries of British political, military, cultural and commercial involvement through its empire in India. In Stirling, perhaps the most poignant of these symbols of the Uprising is a small piece of masonry from the Lucknow Residency kept beside a musket ball. While other objects such as uniforms, paintings and memoirs are attributed to individuals (the museum even has a flag seized from the 'rebels'), there is a haunting sense of emptiness, of the ruins of war, in that pale red fragment of a building (considerably faded with time) and the small black sphere, almost like a pebble, which represents many others like it that had killed hundreds of British and Indians alike. It is a fragment of Lucknow, a centre of Awadhi culture, which lives on behind a glass enclosure in a castle that was itself the site of centuries of bloody warfare between the Scots and the English. Sunset of the empire What conventional British history has termed the 'Sepoy Mutiny' has for long been known to Indians as the 'Indian Uprising' and even as an early struggle for independence. Another layer to this is that exhibits in Stirling are part of the collections of the British Army, situated in Scotland, which continues to debate if it wants independence from Britain. Museums across Britain are becoming increasingly conscious of the necessity of acknowledging uncomfortable aspects of British history such as slavery and imperialism. The Hunterian Museum, which is a part of the University of Glasgow, and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, also in Glasgow, highlight the contribution of slavery and colonialism in the establishment of these institutions. No longer an empire on which the sun never sets, contemporary Britain (and the United Kingdom) finds itself having to acknowledge the violence that built the Raj at a time when 16% of the UK's population was born abroad. Even during the Mutiny, the Calcutta Review (a leading Anglo-Indian periodical) realised that the Siege of Lucknow would go down in history as a significant event, as much for the bloodshed as for its implications for the future of both Britain and India: 'when much that seems brightest to us has been blotted by time out of the book of history, the page which contains the defence of Lucknow will remain as clear as ever.' The author wishes to thank the Research Society for Victorian Periodicals for a travel grant, which allowed him to visit the UK. He also thanks Rod Mackenzie, the curator of the Argylls Museum, for permission to use the image of the exhibit.
The Hindu
19 hours ago
- The Hindu
Importance of volunteer service emphasised to keep Vizag clean and beautiful
U.S. Consul General in Hyderabad, Jennifer Larson, emphasised the importance of volunteer service to keep the city clean and beautiful, on the occasion of Community Day, at Rushikonda Beach, here on Saturday. The American Corner at Andhra University organised the event. As part of the event, the Consul General participated in a beach clean-up drive along with students and volunteers. She appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the volunteers, students, and local citizens, expressing happiness over the collaborative efforts for such environmental initiatives. Speaking at the event, Andhra University (AU) Vice-Chancellor G.P. Rajasekhar noted that programmes like these contribute significantly to maintaining cleanliness at beaches. He praised the volunteers for their energetic and dedicated participation. Registrar E.N. Dhanumjaya Rao called for making the beach plastic-free. He urged the implementation of special measures to reduce plastic usage and commended the volunteers for their efforts to maintain the beach in an eco-friendly manner. AU Director of Physical Education N. Vijay Mohan, NSS coordinator S. Haranath, NCC coordinator N.M. Yugandhar, Public Diplomacy Officer Emilia Smith from the U.S. Consulate General in Hyderabad, American Spaces coordinator Melissa Nandula, and AU American Corner coordinator Paul Douglas and others participated in this event.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Time of India
UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2025 Live Updates: How to check UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 results on upsc.gov.in and what to do next
UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2025 Live: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to announce the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE Prelims) 2025 results by June 14, 2025. Conducted on May 25, the examination is the first stage of India's prestigious civil services selection process, including IAS, IPS, and IFS roles. Based on previous years' trends, the results will be released within 15 to 20 days after the exam date. The result will be available in PDF format on the official website, listing roll numbers of successful candidates without individual scores. Qualified candidates must next submit the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I) for the Mains examination scheduled to begin on August 22, 2025. The prelims consisted of two objective-type papers: General Studies Paper I and the CSAT. Candidates are advised to begin preparing for the Mains immediately upon result declaration, focusing on structured study, answer writing practice, and current affairs to enhance their chances of final selection. 17:15 (IST) Jun 07 UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: What Are Optional Subjects in UPSC Mains? In the UPSC Civil Services Mains exam, candidates select one optional subject from a list of approved subjects. This optional has two papers, each carrying 250 marks. Choosing the right optional is crucial as it contributes significantly to the total mains score and can influence final ranking. 17:08 (IST) Jun 07 UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: Past trends hint at result date around June 14 Based on previous years, the UPSC is likely to announce the CSE Prelims 2025 results by June 14. In 2023, the prelims were held on May 28 and results came out on June 12. In 2024, the exam was conducted on June 16, and the results followed on July 1. Following a similar pattern, candidates this year can expect the official announcement within 15–20 days of the May 25 exam. Once released, the result PDF will be accessible at listing only roll numbers of qualified candidates. 17:06 (IST) Jun 07 UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: What happens after the prelims results are declared Candidates who clear the CSE Prelims 2025 will be eligible for the Main Examination scheduled from August 22, 2025. They must complete the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I), which becomes available soon after the prelims result is published. The DAF-I requires detailed academic and personal information, along with service and cadre preferences. This stage is critical as it directly leads into the intensive Mains round, comprising nine papers. Candidates are advised to start their preparation immediately after qualification to maximise their chances of success. 17:04 (IST) Jun 07 UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: Anticipation builds ahead of official announcement With thousands of candidates awaiting their results, tension and excitement are running high. The UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 were held on May 25, and according to historical trends, results are expected by mid-June—around June 14. This crucial milestone determines who advances to the Mains stage. The exam included two objective-type papers: General Studies Paper I and the qualifying CSAT. The official PDF result will be released roll number–wise on the UPSC website. Candidates are advised to remain alert and check the site regularly for updates. 17:02 (IST) Jun 07 UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: Step-by-step guide to check your result online Once the results are declared, candidates can check them by visiting On the homepage, go to the 'What's New' section and click the link titled 'UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Result.' A PDF will open listing the roll numbers of successful candidates. Use Ctrl+F to find your roll number quickly. Download and save the PDF for future reference. Remember, the result will not display scores—only qualifying status. Detailed marks are typically released after the final results of the full examination cycle. 17:00 (IST) Jun 07 UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: Official result expected by June 14 on The Union Public Service Commission is likely to release the UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 results by June 14, 2025. The preliminary exam was held on May 25 and acts as the first screening stage for aspirants of the IAS, IPS, IFS, and other civil services. As per previous years' patterns, results are usually announced within 15–20 days post-exam. Candidates will be able to check the PDF list of qualified roll numbers on the official UPSC website. Individual marks will not be released at this stage. Those who clear prelims must then prepare for the Mains examination, which begins on August 22, 2025. UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2025 Live: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to announce the results of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE Prelims) 2025 soon. Held on May 25, 2025, the preliminary examination marks the first stage in the highly competitive recruitment process for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS), among others. Although the UPSC has not issued an official confirmation regarding the exact result date, historical trends indicate a likely announcement by June 14, 2025. In previous years, results have typically been released within 15 to 20 days after the exam. For example, in 2023, the prelims were conducted on May 28 and results declared on June 12, while in 2024, the exam took place on June 16 with the result released on July 1. What to expect in the UPSC CSE Prelims result The 2025 prelims comprised two objective-type papers: General Studies Paper I and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT). While marks from CSAT are qualifying in nature, candidates' selection for the next stage depends on their performance in General Studies Paper I. Those who clear this stage will move on to the Mains examination, beginning on August 22, 2025. The result will be made available as a PDF file on the official UPSC website, listing the roll numbers of the qualified candidates. It is important to note that individual scores will not be published at this stage; detailed mark sheets are released only after the final results. How to check and download UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 results Step 1: Visit the official website at Step 2: Navigate to the 'What's New' section on the homepage. Step 3: Click on the link titled 'UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Result'. Step 4: A PDF file will open displaying roll numbers of successful candidates. Step 5: Use Ctrl+F to search for your roll number and download the file for future use. Next steps after result declaration Candidates who qualify must submit the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I), which will be available shortly after the prelims result is announced. This form is crucial for entering the Mains stage and requires comprehensive personal, academic, and service preference details.
