President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to dismantle the US Department of Education raises concerns about the future of special education. The department provides critical funding, oversight, and legal protections for students with disabilities. Without it, disparities in education quality and access may increase, affecting vulnerable populations.
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UPSC has released a notice listing 43 rejected candidates for the Civil Services Examination 2025 due to non-payment of the ₹100 fee. Candidates can appeal within 10 days by submitting original payment proof via speed post or by hand. The appeal deadline is March 17, 2025. Visit UPSC's official website for details.
Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) has revised the exam schedule for undergraduate BA, BSc, and BCom courses to prevent exam overlaps. The updated timetable includes changes for first, second, and third-year students across various subjects. Significant changes affect the BCom Business Law, BJMC PAC 102, Tourism, Education, and Computer Applications exams. Students are advised to check the updated schedule on the HPU website for the most accurate and timely information.
Osmania University (OU) has announced the results for various undergraduate programs, including B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, and BA under the CBCS system. Students who took the Semester III and V exams in November can check their results and download mark sheets from the official website, osmania.ac.in. The result will display key details such as marks secured, course code, and result status.
IIT Delhi has announced the IIT JAM 2025 toppers list, with top candidates securing positions across seven subjects. Akshat Gupta topped Physics, Suvon Ghosh led Chemistry, and Vikas Choudhary was the top scorer in Mathematics. Other subject leaders include Tanish Gupta in Biotechnology and Aryan Chandra in Economics. The IIT JAM 2025 results reflect an increase in cut-offs for Chemistry, Economics, and Mathematics. Qualified candidates can apply for MSc admissions starting April 2, 2025.
The SSC has released the tentative answer key and response sheet for the SSC SI 2024 Paper 2 exam. Candidates can check it at ssc.gov.in. The exam was held on March 8, 2025. Challenges can be submitted online from March 12 to March 15, 2025, with a fee of Rs. 100 per challenge.
The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released the admit card for the Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination 2024. Candidates can download it from jkpsc.nic.in and must report issues by February 19, 2025. The exam is set for February 23, 2025, in two shifts. Admit cards and valid ID proof are mandatory for entry.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the schedule for the May 2025 Chartered Accountancy exams. The CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final exams will be held from May 2 to May 21, 2025. Registration opens on March 1, 2025, and closes on March 14, 2025, with a late fee deadline of March 17, 2025. The International Taxation – Assessment Test (INTT – AT) is set for May 10 and 13, 2025.
The ongoing battle over book bans in the US has escalated, with the Trump administration's directive to scrutinize school libraries under the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) sparking controversy. The debate highlights a shift from local challenges to federal enforcement, raising concerns about ideological censorship. Critics argue that such restrictions limit intellectual freedom and reshape educational narratives.
The US Department of Education placed over 50 employees on paid administrative leave on February 2, 2025, amid sweeping changes to DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility) programs under the Trump administration. Employees, many of whom had participated in diversity training, were suspended as part of broader efforts to eliminate DEIA initiatives across federal agencies. The move has raised concerns about disruptions to agency functions and the long-term impact on the workforce.