Latest Civil Services News & Updates

Jaipur, April 18 (IANS) In a result that is turning heads across Rajasthan, Virendra Charan from Pokharan in Jaisalmer has secured the second rank in the Rajasthan Administrative Service Examination, without stepping into a single coaching institute.​ The son of a Head Constable and currently serving as a Tehsildar, Virendra’s journey is not just about rank; it is about rethinking how India prepares for competitive exams. While most aspirants rely heavily on coaching hubs, Virendra chose a d…

Jaipur, March 31 (IANS) The true spirit of success despite limited resources has been exemplified in this year’s Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Class 12 Arts results.​ Mansi Jangid from Jodhpur has secured an outstanding 99.20 per cent without any external coaching, bringing pride not only to her family but also to the entire district. ​Her achievement stands as an inspiration for thousands of students who consider a lack of resources a barrier to education.​Mansi attribut…

Bengaluru, March 7 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday extended his greetings to women across the state on the occasion of International Women’s Day and reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening women’s empowerment through various welfare initiatives.In a message to the people of the state, the Chief Minister conveyed his wishes to all women, including mothers, sisters and daughters. He said the purpose of International Women’s Day is to create awareness …

Thiruvananthapuram, March 6 (IANS) For J.S. Sreeja, a native of Neyyattinkara near here, securing the 57th rank in the civil services examination is not merely a personal milestone. It represents the culmination of years of sacrifice, perseverance and quiet determination within a modest household that believed deeply in the power of education.The joy of success is shared equally by her parents, whose unwavering support formed the backbone of her journey.Sreeja’s father works as a daily-wage labo…

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur took a trip down memory lane as he recalled the immense popularity of the iconic television series “Udaan,” saying the country needs value-driven content like that again. Shekhar took to X, formerly called Twitter, where he shared a still from the TV Udaan, which had its final episode air in 1991. He recalled how “Udaan” became a big phenomenon at a time when television had only one channel.“A still from the series UDAAN. It came at a time …

Bhopal, Feb 10 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, was held at the Secretariat on Tuesday. The Council of Ministers approved the Madhya Pradesh Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2026, and the Madhya Pradesh Civil Services (Commutation of Pension) Rules, 2026. The Finance Department has been authorised to publish the rules as approved.The proposed rules simplify procedures and jurisdictions, which will facilitate pensioners. Related cases can be resolve…

Jammu, Dec 29 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC), on Monday, submitted its 66th annual report for the year 2024-2025 to the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha, a press statement said. The press statement said that JKPSC has submitted its 66th Annual Report for the year 2024-25 to L-G Sinha at Lok Bhavan in Jammu.The delegation of the Members of the Commission — Rajiv Singh, Tariq Ahmad Zargar, Yashpal Kotwal and Asaf Mehmood Sagar, was led by JKPSC Chairman Arun Kumar…