Oklahoma's state superintendent, Ryan Walters, has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration, seeking $474 million for the financial burden of educating undocumented migrant children. The suit highlights that the state spent $13,736 per student in the 2023-24 school year to accommodate around 3,000 migrant children. Walters argues that federal border policies have forced Oklahoma taxpayers to bear the cost, calling for accountability from the federal government and adequate reimbursement for the state’s education system.
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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 SSC GD Constable Result 2025 is expected to be released soon on the official SSC website. Candidates who appeared for the exam held from February 4 to 25, 2025, can check their results by following simple steps on ssc.gov.in. Successful candidates will advance to the next stages, including the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). The result will determine eligibility for various Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles roles.
The Trump administration has intensified its crackdown on DEI initiatives, issuing a February 14 directive threatening funding cuts for non-compliant schools. Students at the University of Louisville protested against proposed DEI cuts. Meanwhile, a new online portal allows citizens to report DEI practices, signaling a broader effort to eliminate such policies in education.
Pursuing higher education is crucial for a successful career, and Yale University stands as a prestigious choice for students worldwide. Ranked 23rd globally in QS World University Rankings 2025 and 10th in THE World University Rankings 2025, Yale attracts thousands each year. However, the cost of attendance, a significant consideration, is high, and many students rely on loans or financial aid. Today, we will check the estimated cost of attendance for graduates in 2023-24 and 2024-25.
Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh firmly supports the NEP's three-language formula, emphasizing its benefits for student empowerment and linguistic flexibility. He criticizes opposition as politically driven and highlights the policy's focus on skill development and technology integration. Singh believes any initial resistance will fade as the positive impacts become evident, making India's education system globally competitive.
Former President Donald Trump’s push to dismantle the Department of Education gains momentum as Education Secretary Linda McMahon signals its possible dissolution. Supporters see it as a win for parental choice and local control, while critics warn of deepening inequality and privatization. With major budget cuts already in place, the nation faces a pivotal education battle.
ICAI has reportedly announced that CA Final exams will now be held three times a year—January, May, and September—aligning with CA Intermediate and Foundation exams. Additionally, the information systems audit qualification course will also be conducted thrice annually in February, June, and October, increasing from the previous twice-a-year schedule. Check details here.
The Delhi Directorate of Education has launched a winter survey to identify out-of-school children (OoSC), including children with special needs (CwSN), for enrollment in schools. Conducted from January 1-15, the survey will be carried out by 246 teams across districts. Children identified will be enrolled by January 31, with a final report due by February 7.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy announced an increase in reservation for backward classes from 23% to 42% in education, employment, and political representation. He stated this is based on a caste survey showing the backward classes make up 56.36% of the state’s population. This initiative aims to provide better opportunities and representation for the backward classes.