As India prepares for Union Budget 2025, experts emphasize the need for investment in innovation, teacher training, and affordable education. Sandeep Rai advocates for reinventing schools, while Prateek Mashewari calls for GST exemptions for disadvantaged students and rationalized student loan interest rates. Significant reforms in education, including bridging the skill gap and expanding vocational platforms, are expected.
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Competition for US law school spots is fiercer than ever, with a 20.5% increase in applications this year. Economic uncertainty, corporate job market slowdowns, and rising salaries in legal careers are driving this surge. Georgetown Law received 14,000 applications for just 650 spots, while the University of Michigan saw record numbers. Black applicants also increased by 30%. The heightened demand reflects the growing appeal of law as a stable and lucrative career option in uncertain times.
The registration process for NEET UG 2025 is currently open, with the deadline set for March 7, 2025. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the exam is scheduled for May 4, 2025, in offline mode. Admit cards will be issued by May 1, 2025, and the correction window will be available from March 9 to March 11, 2025. Interested candidates can apply via neet.nta.nic.in before the deadline.
The Texas Tech university has issued FAQs after the explosion that happened last week addressing closures, test policies, and facility access. While the reopening remains uncertain, officials are working to restore operations. Students are advised to check official updates for the latest information. Check important details here.
The RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 application process for 9,970 vacancies has been postponed to April 12, 2025. Candidates can apply until May 11, 2025, through the official portal. Applicants aged 18–30 years with ITI, diploma, or engineering degrees are eligible. The selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, and document verification. Aadhaar verification is advised for smooth processing. A detailed notification is expected soon, with zone-wise vacancies and exam details already shared.
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will announce the results of the December 2024 Executive and Professional Programme exams on February 25, 2025. Results for the Professional Programme will be declared at 11:00 AM, while the Executive Programme results will follow at 2:00 PM. Students can access their results and subject-wise marks online. Additionally, the ICSI will provide access to evaluated answer books via its portal, effective February 26, 2025.
Yale University, with its 4.5% acceptance rate, remains a coveted Ivy League destination. Gaining admission requires more than just academic excellence—it demands strategic preparation. Building an impressive academic portfolio, engaging in meaningful extracurriculars, crafting an authentic personal statement, and securing strong recommendations are vital. With persistence and a clear vision, applicants can increase their chances of joining this prestigious institution.
The OPT (Optional Practical Training) program allows foreign students, particularly from India, to stay in the U.S. after graduation for work experience, with many transitioning to H-1B visas. MAGA nativists push to eliminate OPT, arguing it displaces U.S. workers. If abolished, U.S. universities could lose financial and academic benefits, and foreign students may seek education elsewhere. The debate over OPT’s future could have significant implications for U.S. higher education and the... Expand
NTA has issued admit cards for the UGC NET December 2024 session on its official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The exams will be held online from January 3 to 16, 2025. Candidates must check their admit cards for discrepancies and contact NTA officials immediately for corrections, if required. Candidates can check the direct link here.
Atal Incubation Centre (AIC)-GGSIPU and Laghu Udyog Bharati (LUB) signed an MoU to enhance the capabilities of MSMEs. The partnership focuses on digital transformation, sustainable manufacturing, and the promotion of green technologies aligned with Net Zero goals. The collaboration will provide MSMEs with technological solutions, research insights, and policy advocacy through the Knowledge Bank Initiative, aiming to improve decision-making and strengthen market linkages.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2024 certificate on December 26, 2024. Candidates who appeared for the exam held from August 21 to September 4, 2024, can now download their certificates from the official website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The results were announced on October 27, 2024, and the certificate is now available for all eligible candidates to download following a simple step-by-step process.