DeepSeek, a new AI player, is shaking up the industry, with its rapid rise impacting Nvidia's market cap and catching the attention of Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Its open-source platform offers aspiring coders a cost-effective, flexible tool to experiment and develop AI models. DeepSeek's rise presents a valuable opportunity for developers to dive into AI without significant costs.
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Iowa lawmakers passed several bills further restricting DEI initiatives in higher education. The legislation revokes Iowa Tuition Grant funding for colleges with DEI programs, bans taxpayer funding for DEI in state and local government, and prohibits “identity politics†in university curricula. Supporters argue for merit-based systems, while critics see it as a setback for inclusivity.
Gov. Ned Lamont has unveiled a $300 million plan to provide free preschool for Connecticut families earning less than $100,000 per year. The initiative, announced on March 12, 2025, seeks to address rising childcare costs and limited access. While the proposal has faced criticism from Republicans over its funding mechanism, it has found support among some Democrats. The plan will need legislative approval to become law, with both political opposition and backing shaping its future.
IIT Roorkee is expected to declare the GATE 2025 results tomorrow, March 19, on gate2025.iitr.ac.in. The exam was held on February 1, 2, 15, and 16 across 30 papers. The provisional answer key was released on February 27. Candidates could attempt one or two papers in MCQ, MSQ, and NAT formats.
The ICSE Class 10 exams 2025 will begin on February 18, with the English Language paper at 11 AM. Students are urged to follow essential guidelines to ensure a smooth examination process, including timely arrival, adherence to writing protocols, and proper management of materials. Following these rules will help candidates stay focused and organized, maximizing their chances for success.
On his 75th birthday, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar handed over appointment letters to 59,028 contractual teachers who cleared Sakshamta Pariksha-2, marking a significant step in improving the state's education system. This historic recruitment drive includes primary, secondary, and higher secondary teachers.
Tamil Nadu has decided to maintain the 'no-detention policy' up to Class 8, despite the central government's recent amendment to the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Rules, 2010. The new rules allow detaining students in Class 5 and 8 if they fail exams, though re-examination and additional instruction will be provided to struggling students before any detention.
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.
India’s Union Budget 2025 falls short in attracting global talent, focusing mainly on domestic education and research. While the budget includes expansions in IITs, medical seats, and AI initiatives, it lacks measures to make India a global hub for top-tier international talent. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s shift on the H-1B visa highlights the growing importance of foreign talent in global innovation. India must introduce bold strategies like fast-tracked talent visas and international... Expand
The Railway Recruitment Board has declared the 2025 Junior Engineer results for 7,951 vacancies. Qualified candidates can check their results and download the result PDF from the official and regional RRB websites. Minimum qualifying marks vary based on category, with updates available on regional websites.