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Basant Panchami 2026: Which States Have School Holidays on January 23?

There isn’t a uniform rule across all states in the country. In many places, it’s a holiday, while in others, schools remain open. Basant Panchami School Holiday 2026 (Image-Patrika) Amidst the biting cold of January, Basant Panchami is being celebrated this year on January 23, 2026. It is known by different names in various parts of the country. In some places, it is Saraswati Puja, while in others, it is Vidya Parv. On this day, Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, is worshipped, and cultural programs are a common sight in schools and colleges. As every year, the biggest question in the minds of students and parents this time is whether schools will be closed on Basant Panchami or not. The answer varies from state to state. School Holiday In Bihar The colours of Basant Panchami are somewhat different in Bihar. Here, the festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm. For this reason, government schools and colleges in Bihar will remain closed on January 23. Students will get complete respite from studies on this day and can enjoy the prayers and the festival.

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Download Rajasthan Grade-4 Recruitment Final Answer Key Through These Steps

RSMSSB has released the final answer key for the Grade-4 recruitment examination. Candidates can check their scores by visiting the board’s official website. RSSB Grade 4 Final Answer Key 2026 (Image: Patrika) The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released an important update for the youth of the state. The board has officially uploaded the final answer key for the Grade-4 recruitment examination on its website. Candidates who appeared for this exam can now match their answers and assess their potential scores. Board’s Decision on Controversial Questions The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released this final answer key after resolving candidate objections. Candidates had registered their complaints regarding some questions in the initial answer key released earlier. The board investigated these complaints with its experts and prepared this final list only after their advice. There will be no further changes to this answer key, and the final result of the recruitment will be prepared based on it. How to Download the Final Answer Key RSSB Grade 4 Answer Key 2026 Result to be Released Soon After the release of the final answer key, the wait for the candidates is about to end. It is expected that the board will also release the official merit list and cut-off marks within the next few days. Following this, successful candidates will be called for the next stage, which is the document verification process. All candidates are advised to keep all their original documents and their photocopies ready and updated.

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Panchayat Secretary Recruitment: Opportunity for 12th Pass Youth

Candidates applying for the post of Panchayat Secretary must have passed 12th grade from a recognised board or institution. Along with this, knowledge of Hindi and English typing on a computer has also been made mandatory Image: Patrika Good news has emerged for the youth preparing for government jobs in Bihar. The Bihar Staff Selection Commission has invited applications for 3532 posts of Panchayat Sachiv. These appointments will be made in the Panchayati Raj Department, and the Second Inter-Level Combined Competitive Examination will be conducted for this. The most important update related to this recruitment is that the last date for online registration has been extended. Earlier, candidates had to register by January 13, 2026, but now this date has been extended to January 29, 2026. The last date for completing the online application has been set as January 31, 2026. Who can apply Candidates applying for the post of Panchayat Sachiv must have passed the 12th grade from a recognised board or institution. Along with this, knowledge of Hindi and English typing on a computer has also been made mandatory. Age Limit and Relaxation Regarding the age limit, the minimum age of the candidate should be 18 years and the maximum age should be less than 37 years. The age will be calculated based on August 1, 2025. Candidates from reserved categories will also get relaxation as per rules. Candidates from Bihar’s BC and EBC categories and women will get a relaxation of 3 years in the maximum age, SC/ST category candidates will get 5 years, and differently-abled candidates will get 10 years of relaxation. Salary and Selection Process Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs 21,700 to Rs 69,100. The selection process will be in three stages. The final selection will be based on the preliminary examination, followed by the main examination, and then a skill test. If the number of applications exceeds 40,000, a preliminary examination will be conducted. If necessary, the examination may also be conducted in more than one stage.

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SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment

SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment: Opportunity to become an Assistant Coach at the Sports Authority of India, salary over Rs 1.12 lakh SAI Assistant Coach Vacancy 2026: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has announced recruitment for 323 Assistant Coach positions. Applications will begin on February 1 for 26 sports, including athletics, shooting, and wrestling. Learn about the eligibility criteria for these posts and the salary for an Assistant Coach. SAI Assistant Coach Vacancy 2026: If you aspire to build a career in coaching after showcasing your talent on the sports field, here’s a fantastic opportunity. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Coaches. This recruitment drive will fill vacancies across a total of 26 sports, including swimming, athletics, cycling, shooting, and wrestling. SAI Recruitment Notification 2026: When will the application process begin? Candidates aspiring to become Assistant Coaches at the Sports Authority of India can apply online from February 1, 2026. The last date to apply has been set as February 15, 2026. Eligible candidates can register themselves by visiting the official website, sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in. SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment: How many posts in each sport? In this recruitment drive for a total of 323 posts, the number of vacancies has been determined for different sports. Athletics and shooting have the highest number of posts, with 28 each. Swimming will have 26 posts, wrestling 22, and boxing 19. Recruitment is also being conducted for other sports such as football, hockey, badminton, and kabaddi. SAI Exam Pattern 2026: Selection Process and Exam Pattern A written examination worth 100 marks will be conducted for this recruitment. It will include questions from Sports Knowledge (65 marks), Sports Science (25 marks), and General Awareness & Reasoning (10 marks). Following the written examination, candidates will undergo a Coaching Ability Test, which will carry a 60% weightage in the final merit list. Candidates who successfully clear both stages of selection will be appointed to the post of Assistant Coach at the Sports Authority of India. Related News Panchayat Secretary Recruitment: Opportunity for 12th Pass Youth Download Rajasthan Grade-4 Recruitment Final Answer Key Through These Steps RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025: Check RRB NTPC UG CBT Result Directly Via This Link CTET Exam City Slip and Admit Card to be Released Soon, Check Latest Updates Here NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment: Over 150 Vacancies Announced, Graduates Can Apply UP Police SI ASI Recruitment 2026: Last Chance to Edit UP Police SI and ASI Application Forms, Know Step-by-Step Process IBPS Exam Calendar 2026-27 Released: PO and Clerk Recruitment Exams Dates Announced IOCL Recruitment 2026: Over 400 Vacancies Announced, Know Which Posts to Apply For School Holiday: All schools in UP to remain closed on January 23? Know the update ICAI CA Inter Audit Exam: New Date Announced for CA Inter Paper-5 Auditing and Ethics Exam, Know When Exams Will Be Held SAI Recruitment for 323 Posts: Age Limit and Salary The maximum age limit for applicants should not exceed 30 years. Candidates from reserved categories will be eligible for age relaxation as per government rules. Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month under Pay Level 06. The application fee for this recruitment is ₹2500 for candidates belonging to the General, EWS, and OBC categories. SC, ST, ex-servicemen, and female candidates will have to pay a fee of ₹2000. SAI Recruitment Notification 2026: Eligibility Criteria For the Assistant Coach position, candidates must possess a diploma in coaching from NS-NIS Patiala or a recognised university. Additionally, athletes who have participated in the Olympics, Paralympics, Asian Games, or World Championships and hold a Certificate Coaching Course are also eligible to apply. Dronacharya Award winners will also be considered.

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RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025: Check RRB NTPC UG CBT Result Directly Via This Link

Candidates who are successful in CBT 2 will have to participate in the next stages according to the post. For some posts, a CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) will be conducted, while for some, a Typing Skill Test (TST) will be taken. RRB NTPC UG Result 2026: A significant update has emerged for young aspirants preparing for jobs in Indian Railways. After a long wait, the Railway Recruitment Board has declared the RRB NTPC UG CBT 2 Result 2025-26. Candidates who appeared for the second phase of the computer-based examination conducted for undergraduate-level posts can now check their results. The Railway Board has released these results on all its regional websites. Along with this, the merit list, scorecard, and cut-off marks have also been uploaded. The entire selection process is underway under CEN 06/2024. RRB NTPC UG Result 2026: How to Check the Result To check the result, first visit the official website of your regional RRB.On the website’s homepage, search for the link related to “RRB NTPC UG CBT 2 Result / CEN 06/2024”.Clicking on the link will open a PDF file.Now, press Ctrl+F to search for your roll number. RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025: What is the Next Process? Candidates who are successful in CBT 2 will have to appear for the next stages according to the post. For some posts, there will be a CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test), while for others, a Typing Skill Test (TST) will be conducted. Information about the examination city will be released about 10 days before the exam. The e-call letter will be available for download approximately 4 days before the examination. Candidates who clear all these stages will finally be called for document verification and medical tests. Only after this will the final selection be made.