Over 50 school districts across the Houston area have canceled classes on January 21-22, 2025, due to severe winter weather. With forecasts of snow, ice, and freezing rain, the closures aim to ensure the safety of students and staff amid hazardous road conditions. Major districts like Katy ISD, Humble ISD, and Montgomery ISD are impacted, alongside several colleges shifting to virtual operations. Authorities continue to monitor the storm and advise the community to stay updated.
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The UPSC has revised the schedule for the Civil Services Personality Test 2024 due to the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The interview, originally set for February 5, will now take place on February 8, 2025. The personality test began on January 7 and will conclude by April 17, 2025, with 2,845 candidates participating. Candidates can check the official UPSC website for more details.
Eileen Washburn, a former English teacher at Lakota West High School in Ohio, is suing the Lakota Local School District after being fired for allegedly falsifying sick leave. Washburn claims she had a valid medical reason for her absence and provided a doctor’s note. Her lawsuit also alleges unfair treatment compared to other employees. She seeks reinstatement, back pay, and restoration of her seniority. The district denies the allegations, stating the record speaks for itself.
The WBJEE 2025 registration process will close on February 23, 2025. The exam is scheduled for April 27, 2025, and includes two papers: Mathematics from 11 AM to 1 PM, and Physics and Chemistry from 2 PM to 4 PM. Candidates can apply via wbjeeb.nic.in and make corrections during the window from February 25 to February 27, 2025.
Columbia University has introduced new policies, including stricter protest regulations and a Middle East curriculum review, after the Trump administration cut $400 million in federal funding, citing antisemitism concerns. The university is hiring more police, enforcing ID checks, and reassessing admissions. Meanwhile, a Palestinian student’s arrest has sparked criticism over political speech suppression, reports Reuters.
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has initiated the application process for 350 Probationary Engineer vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online via bel-india.in until January 31, 2025. The selection process includes multiple stages, and applicants are advised to follow the detailed steps provided for registration. Stay updated by regularly visiting the official website for further notifications.
The Indian Air Force will conduct the AFCAT-01/2025 on February 22-23, 2025. Admit cards will be released on February 7, 2025, from 5 pm onwards, as per the official notification. Registered candidates can visit the official website, afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/, to check and download their admit cards once the link is activated.
Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board is set to announce the Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2025 soon, expected by early April. Students who appeared for exams held from March 1 to March 20 can check their scores at kseab.karnataka.gov.in. To access results, enter roll number and date of birth. The scorecard and merit list will also be available.
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.
Pursuing higher education, especially in Computer Science, offers vast career opportunities. Many students aim for top US universities known for their excellence in education and research. According to the latest THE World University Rankings by Subject - 2025, the top three universities for Computer Science in the US lead the field with exceptional faculty and opportunities.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have extended the application deadline for 32,438 vacancies under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN 08/2024). Candidates can now apply until March 1, 2025, at rrbapply.gov.in. The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Applicants can check revised dates, eligibility, and registration steps in the official notification.