Columbia University's Alma Mater statue, home to a hidden owl, has sparked various legends and debates over the years. Some believed finding the owl foretold future success, while others tied it to wisdom. The statue has also been a target for pranks, including the theft of her scepter by Cornell students in 1984, adding to its legendary status.
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The NYPD is lowering its college credit requirement from 60 to 24 to address a hiring crisis. With officer numbers dropping and mass retirements expected, the department is also reintroducing a physical test. Despite the change, NYPD remains the only major U.S. police force requiring college credits. The move aims to attract recruits and ease staff shortages.
The NTA has announced the NEET UG 2025 correction window, which will be open from March 9 to March 11, 2025. Meanwhile, the online registration process is ongoing and will close on March 7, 2025. Interested candidates can visit neet.nta.nic.in to apply, as per the official notice. Candidates can check the official notice here.
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has released admit cards for the Class 10 and 12 board exams 2025. Schools can download them from rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in using their credentials. After printing and verifying details, schools must distribute the cards to students. RBSE clarified that students flagged under NCO, zero attendance, or rejection categories will not receive admit cards.
President Trump’s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education has sparked fierce debate. By shifting student loans to the Small Business Administration and disability services to the Department of Health and Human Services, the administration touts efficiency and reduced federal control. Critics, however, warn of mismanagement, weakened protections, and deepened educational disparities, leaving students in uncertain territory.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has opened the registration for the DNB PDCET 2025, which is scheduled for March 25, 2025. The exam will be held in a computer-based format at various centres across the country. Interested candidates can apply online at natboard.edu.in until February 19, 2025, for admission to post-diploma DNB courses.
The IBPS has released its 2025 exam calendar, outlining key dates for various exams. The IBPS RRB 2025 preliminary exams for Officer Scale I will be held on July 27, August 2, and 3, with the main exams in September. The IBPS PO, MT, CSA, and Specialist Officer exams will take place from October 2025 to February 2026. Candidates can access the full schedule and register online via the official IBPS website.
Susie Wiles, appointed as President-elect Trump's chief of staff in 2024, has a diverse background that spans from an English major to a top political strategist. Known for her success in handling high-stakes campaigns, Wiles has become a trusted architect of Trump's victories, demonstrating exceptional skill in narrative-building and crisis management.
The State Bank of India (SBI) is expected to announce the SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2025 by March 31. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their results on SBI’s official website. The prelims serve as the first stage in the selection process, followed by the main exam and a local language test before final recruitment.
The Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2025 application window closes today, March 13, 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,746 vacancies, with 1,261 positions in the District Police Cadre and 485 in the Armed Police Cadre. Candidates must meet educational, age, and physical eligibility criteria. Interested applicants can submit their forms through punjabpolice.gov.in before the deadline.