Three GOP lawmakers in Wisconsin have introduced a bill requiring the display of "In God We Trust" in every public school classroom by the 2026-27 school year. The proposal follows a national trend, with several states already enacting similar laws. The motto, established as the national slogan in 1956, has faced legal challenges over the years, but recent court rulings affirm its constitutionality. Governor Tony Evers has not yet commented on the bill.
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ICSI has reopened registration with a late fee for the CS June 2025 exam until April 9, 2025. Candidates must complete pre-exam tests and an orientation program for eligibility. The exam fee includes INR 250 late fee, and modifications cost INR 250 each. Submit applications via SMASH portal before the deadline to avoid issues.
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 National Testing Agency (NTA) has started GAT-B 2025 online registration at exams.nta.ac.in/DBT. Interested candidates can apply until March 3, 2025. The exam is scheduled for April 20, 2025, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) form. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea challenging the reduction in attempts for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE)-Advanced from three to two. The plea, filed by advocate Sanjeet Kumar Trivedi, claims the change was arbitrary and unfair, affecting students' opportunities for IIT admissions. It requests the court to set aside the November 18, 2024, notification altering the eligibility criteria.
School enrolment in India dropped by 37 lakh in 2023-24, according to UDISE data. The total number of enrolled students fell from 25.17 crore in 2022-23 to 24.80 crore. The decrease included both boys and girls, with a significant drop in girl student enrolment. The report highlighted the use of student-wise data for tracking enrolment and addressing dropout rates, aiming to improve governance and policy effectiveness.
The Goa Board (GBSHSE) has announced the HSSC 2025 results on March 27, with a pass percentage of 90.64%. Students can check their results at results.gbshsegoa.net using their seat number and registration ID. Marksheets will be available for schools from March 29. The exams were held from February 10 to March 1, with 33,668 students appearing.
Kimberly Diei, a pharmacy student at the University of Tennessee, faced expulsion threats after posting racy rap lyrics on social media. The university investigated her twice, citing unprofessional behavior. Diei sued, claiming her First Amendment rights were violated. After a four-year legal battle, she won a settlement, affirming that state-run institutions cannot punish students for protected off-campus speech.
The Trump administration’s decision to suspend multiple federal research grants at Princeton University has sparked debate over government influence in higher education. While officials have not provided a clear justification, the move follows similar funding cuts at Ivy League institutions like Harvard and Columbia, which faced scrutiny over alleged antisemitism linked to campus protests. Princeton vows to uphold academic freedom while complying with federal law.
Donald Trump’s executive order aims to end birthright citizenship for children born in the US to parents on temporary visas, scheduled to take effect in February 2025. Legal experts deem the order unconstitutional, emphasizing that birthright citizenship is guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment and established statutes.
The Unstop Talent Report 2025 reveals a major shift in hiring practices, with 73% of recruiters prioritising talent over academic pedigree. Despite this trend, 83% of E-school graduates and 46% of B-school graduates remain jobless. The report highlights the evolving expectations of GenZ professionals, who seek skills-based hiring, monthly feedback, and multiple income streams. Additionally, it addresses the gender pay gap and the growing popularity of next-gen companies like Zomato and Meesho.