Assam Tribal Affairs opens 2024-25 scholarships for ST students. Eligible students should apply on scholarships.gov.in. Required are Aadhaar, income and caste certificates, and bank details. An OTR number, acquired via face-authentication, is essential. Scholarships cover Classes 9-10, higher secondary schools, colleges, and universities. Income cap: Rs 2.50 lakh. Pre-matric deadline: August 31; post-matric: October 31, 2024.
UPSC Chairman Manoj Soni stepped down to engage in socio-religious work with Anoopam Mission. Soni has a background with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, The Maharaja Sayajirao Universities, and Sardar Patel University. A close PM Modi ally, Baton Rouge honoree, Soni joined UPSC in 2017, becoming Chairman in 2023.