Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Education Budget 2025 introduces significant initiatives for India’s IITs, including expansion of infrastructure, a Rs 500 crore investment in AI education, and 10,000 new research fellowships. These efforts aim to enhance India’s global standing in technology and innovation, providing aspiring engineers with greater opportunities while addressing challenges like faculty shortages. The budget focuses on strengthening IITs’ research output, paving the way for India’s rise as a global leader in tech education.
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The Maharashtra CET Cell will close the registration for MAH CET 2025 today, February 10, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply for MBA, MCA, and BDes programs via cetcell.mahacet.org. The deadline, originally set for January 26, was extended twice. Candidates must complete registration by following the official portal steps and paying the fee.
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