In a narrow 8-7 vote, the Texas State Board of Education approved ‘Bluebonnet Learning,’ a voluntary Bible-based curriculum for elementary schools. Scheduled for the 2025-26 rollout, it has sparked debate over religion’s role in public education. While supporters praise it for reinforcing moral values, critics warn of potential legal challenges and threats to secular education.
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The Trump administration took decisive action on March 17, 2025, by firing most of the US Institute of Peace's board members, including CEO George Moose. This move follows an executive order aimed at reducing federal agencies tied to foreign assistance. USIP, an independent nonprofit, clashed with the administration over its autonomy, resulting in legal threats. This is part of a broader effort to dismantle international aid-related entities.
A powerful snowstorm swept through East Tennessee on February 19, covering the region in up to three inches of snow and creating hazardous road conditions. In response, multiple school districts announced closures for February 20, while some shifted to remote learning or delayed schedules. The National Weather Service issued advisories, urging residents to minimize travel due to icy roads.
The Economic Survey 2024-25 reveals that only 8.25% of graduates are employed in roles matching their qualifications, highlighting a critical skills mismatch in India’s workforce. Over 50% of graduates and 44% of postgraduates are underemployed in low-skill jobs, with the gap attributed to inadequate vocational training and education systems. The Survey urges reforms to align educational outcomes with industry demands and improve job prospects for India’s growing educated workforce.
MSCE Pune has released the NMMS Maharashtra results for Class 8 students. Candidates can check their results at 2025.mscenmms.in. The exam was conducted offline on December 22, 2024. Students who appeared for the scholarship test can now download their scorecards from the official website or can find the direct link here.
The Trump administration has eased its aggressive crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, reversing key aspects of a sweeping February 14 directive. Initially, schools faced an ultimatum to dismantle DEI policies, triggering lawsuits and widespread uncertainty. However, new guidance clarifies that DEI is not inherently illegal, though concerns over legal ambiguity and enforcement challenges persist.
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the global importance of India's research, urging adoption of work from Indian labs. She highlighted patents' transformative potential and the goal of attracting international students to India's higher education institutions. Key awards were presented for innovations in quantum technology and cancer research, underscoring India's scientific achievements and the aim to become a knowledge superpower.
State Bank of India (SBI) has issued admit cards for the Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) interviews, available until January 31, 2025. The interviews for Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager roles are scheduled for January 17 and January 20, 2025, respectively. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,497 vacancies. Visit sbi.co.in for details and the steps to download the admit cards.
The Union Budget 2025-26 has allocated Rs 20,000 crore to promote R&D, AI, and geospatial initiatives, alongside support for Atal Tinkering Labs to foster innovation. While industry leaders praise these steps, they argue that India needs more investment and strategic focus, particularly in private sector-driven research and industry-academia collaboration, to achieve global leadership in emerging technologies.
President Trump has intensified efforts to cut federal spending, with education facing significant budget reductions. The Institute of Education Sciences (IES) lost 169 contracts, halting key research projects. Led by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the cuts aim to slash trillions in spending. These moves raise concerns about the future of U.S. education and its global standing.