The Trump administration has offered voluntary buyouts to over 2 million federal employees in a bid to cut government spending, potentially eliminating up to 200,000 jobs. This proposed reduction would mark the largest government downsizing in US history, surpassing even major corporate layoffs. Critics warn of disruptions to public services, while supporters argue the move will increase efficiency and reduce costs. The plan could save up to $100 billion but has sparked significant political opposition.
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The National Medical Commission (NMC) has invited medical colleges to propose new PG medical qualifications. Applications must include Standard Assessment Forms (Parts A and B), a fee of ₹2,50,000 + 18% GST per qualification, and adhere to PGMEB guidelines. Submissions lacking required documents or proper format will not be considered.
The application process for AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 closes tomorrow, March 17, 2025, at 5 PM. Candidates wishing to apply for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Test must submit their applications and pay the required fees by this deadline. Eligible candidates with specific educational qualifications and age limits are encouraged to apply via the official website. The recruitment process involves two phases, with exams scheduled for April and May 2025.
The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, declared the OSSTET Result 2025 on March 28, 2025, available at bseodisha.ac.in. Conducted on January 17, 2025, the exam saw over 50,000 candidates vying for teaching eligibility in secondary schools. Results, accessible via a direct link, follow the answer key release and objection window. Qualified candidates can now pursue teaching roles, while others are encouraged to reattempt future exams.
Massachusetts voters recently approved a change to the state's education policy, eliminating the 10th-grade MCAS test as a graduation requirement. While students still need to take the MCAS exams in grades 3-10, passing the 10th-grade exam is no longer required for graduation. This change could affect student motivation and dropout rates, but MCAS will still play a key role in assessing school performance. School officials are working to ensure students and parents understand the new... Expand
Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, recently announced her decision to retire from her 15-year teaching career at Northern Virginia Community College. Throughout her life, Jill has been dedicated to education, earning multiple degrees and teaching at various institutions. She made history as the first First Lady to continue working outside the White House while serving as First Lady. Her farewell marks the end of a remarkable chapter in her lifelong career as an educator.
Rural schools in the U.S face challenges due to misconceptions and lack of resources, despite teaching 20% of students. Increasing diversity, local cultural capital, and academic potential should be recognized and supported through targeted policies, funding, and access to advanced courses.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has clarified that there is no change in the subjects currently offered for the Class 10 board examinations, addressing concerns over the exclusion of Punjabi (Code 004) raised by the Punjab Education Minister Harjot Bains from the newly drafted policy. Check details here
As India awaits Union Budget 2025, key expectations in education include GST reduction, bridging the skill gap, boosting vocational training, enhancing digital infrastructure, and improving teacher training. Investments in innovation, higher education reforms, and AI integration are also anticipated, aiming to make education more affordable, accessible, and aligned with industry needs.
AIIMS INI-CET Jan 2025 Round 2 Seat allotment result: AIIMS Delhi has declared the second round of seat allotment results for the INI CET January 2025 session. Candidates can check their results on aiimsexams.ac.in and must report to their allotted institutes by January 13, 2025. The results include details such as roll number and allotted institute. Seats are for postgraduate courses like MD, MS, MCh, DM, and MDS.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has confirmed that National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) students are eligible for NEET UG 2025 under the GMER-23 regulations. Addressing confusion over NTA’s NEET-UG Bulletin 2025, the NMC clarified that NIOS students can apply, including those studying an additional subject at an authorized institution. NEET UG 2025 registration is open until March 7.