With 87% of Canadian teens using smartphones, new classroom cellphone bans aim to improve students' focus and mental health. Experts point to the negative impact of smartphone use on attention and academic performance, with research linking excessive phone usage to deteriorating mental health. Provinces like Ontario and Quebec are leading the way in restricting phone use, but experts warn that proper implementation is key to ensuring these policies effectively benefit students in the long term.
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The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has released the Class 10 admit cards for the 2025 High School Certificate (HSC) exams. Regular students will receive them from their schools, while private candidates must download them from bseodisha.nic.in. The exams will run from February 21 to March 6, 2025, in offline mode, with a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Five US states are pushing for policies that would limit undocumented students' access to free public education, challenging the landmark 1982 Supreme Court ruling in Plyler v. Doe. These proposed actions, driven by growing political momentum and supported by conservative think tanks like the Heritage Foundation, could lead to legal battles that might reconsider the ruling. EducationWeek reports that at least five states are involved in these efforts, potentially reshaping education rights for... Expand
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has postponed its Class 10 and 12 board exams due to the REET, now rescheduling them to start from March 6. Originally set for February, the exams were revised to avoid overlapping schedules. Nearly 19.4 lakh students have registered, and the detailed timetable is awaited. Students should monitor RBSE’s official website for updates.
The VITEEE 2025 registration deadline has been extended to April 7, 2025. Candidates can apply online at viteee.vit.ac.in. The entrance exam will take place between April 21–27, 2025, and will consist of 125 multiple-choice questions. The application process involves registration, form submission, fee payment, and document uploads. The results will be declared by April 30, 2025, with counselling scheduled for May 2025. For more information, visit the official VITEEE website.
Canada has emerged as the top study destination for international students, with 94% favoring it over traditional academic hubs like the U.S. and the U.K., as per the Student Pulse Survey Spring 2025. Despite rising financial thresholds and visa constraints, Canada’s academic prestige, career prospects, affordability, and inclusive environment continue to make it an unrivaled choice.
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the provisional answer key for SSE 2024. Candidates can download it from psc.cg.gov.in and challenge discrepancies until February 21, 2025. The exam was held on February 9, 2025. Objections require a fee and supporting documents. Stay updated on the official website for further notifications.
The U.S. is facing a looming demographic shift with 650,000 fewer 18-year-olds expected by 2039, posing a significant threat to college enrollment and the economy. With a projected 15% decline in high school graduates, colleges are bracing for declining enrollment, financial strain, and an increased risk of closures. This decrease in young people will also exacerbate the labor shortage, leaving millions of jobs unfilled, particularly in sectors that require higher education.
India Post will close applications for 21,413 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies today, March 3, 2025. Candidates who haven’t applied can register on indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. The recruitment spans 23 postal circles across states like Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Bihar, and Maharashtra. Selected candidates will receive salary benefits, annual increments, and social security provisions under the TRCA system.
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