New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new initiative to offer free tuition, books, and fees for adults aged 25-55 pursuing associate degrees in high-demand fields such as nursing, technology, and education. The program, available at SUNY and CUNY colleges, aims to address workforce shortages by equipping New Yorkers with the skills needed for in-demand careers. This initiative expands on existing financial support programs, helping thousands gain access to higher education.
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CUET PG 2025 admit cards for exams scheduled between March 13 and 20 have been released by the National Testing Agency. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official NTA website. Admit cards for other exam dates will be released later.
The NTA has issued revised admit cards for candidates whose CSIR UGC NET exam was canceled in Assam on February 28, 2025, due to a technical glitch. Candidates from Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, can download them from csirnet.nta.ac.in. The rescheduled exam will now be held on March 2, 2025.
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.
NID DAT Result 2025 for M.Des. Prelims has been announced on February 17, 2025. Candidates can access their scorecards online. A rechecking window is available until 4:00 PM on February 18, 2025. The article provides important dates for upcoming stages, including DAT Mains and the procedure for Statement of Purpose and Portfolio submission. The final merit list will combine scores from both DAT Prelims and Mains, determining admission for the 2025-26 academic session.
Srikanth Bolla, founder and chairman of Bollant Industries, is set to join Shark Tank India Season 4. Despite being visually impaired from birth, he excelled academically, studied at MIT, and built a successful business empowering disabled individuals. Recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30, his inspiring journey from adversity to entrepreneurship continues to motivate aspiring business leaders.
The Dehradun District Magistrate declared a holiday for schools and anganwadis on January 28, 2025, due to PM Modi's visit for the 38th National Games. The games will be inaugurated in Dehradun at 6 PM after Modi’s program in Bhubaneswar. Check details here.
The Trump administration has rolled back a decade-old policy protecting 'sensitive locations' such as schools and churches from immigration enforcement. This shift allows ICE and CBP to conduct raids and surveillance in these spaces, sparking fear among immigrant families. The policy change could disrupt education, undermine trust in schools, and cause long-term psychological harm to children, especially in high-immigrant communities.