A recent survey from Thompson Rivers University reveals that 55% of international students in Canada struggle with housing, a challenge worsened by new immigration caps. Racial discrimination and financial uncertainty further complicate their situation. The survey highlights the need for universities to diversify scholarships, enhance student support programs, and foster cross-cultural understanding. Researchers stress that Canada must address these challenges to remain a welcoming destination for global talent. Surbhi Sagar and Athira Pushpamgathan co-authored the study.
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The NTA has canceled the CSIR UGC NET December 2024 exam at an Assam center on February 28 due to a technical glitch. A notice has been issued, assuring candidates that details regarding the rescheduling of the exam will be announced soon. Affected candidates are advised to stay updated through the official NTA website.
APSCHE has begun AP ICET 2025 registration at ets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates can apply until April 9 without a late fee. The correction window will be open on April 29-30. Hall tickets will be issued on May 2, and the exam will be conducted on May 7, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has alerted candidates about discrepancies in uploaded images for JEE Main 2025 Session 1. Candidates must correct their photographs by January 17, 2025, 11:50 PM. Session 1 exams are scheduled from January 22 to January 30, 2025. NTA will soon release the admit cards for the session 1 of JEE Mains 2025.
The OJEE 2025 registration window, which opened on January 30, will close tomorrow, March 20. Interested candidates can register at ojee.nic.in. Admit cards will be released on April 25, and the exam is tentatively scheduled for May 2-11, 2025. The test will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) has released the KTU Results 2025 for BTech, MTech, and other courses on its official website, ktu.edu.in. Students who appeared for the December 2024 odd semester exams can check their results by logging into the website. The original scorecards will be provided by respective colleges. Visit KTU's website for updates and notifications.
The US Education Department faces turmoil as President Trump’s “deferred resignation programme†leaves employees in limbo. A federal judge has temporarily halted the buyout plan, granting labor unions time to challenge it. The initiative, which threatens workforce reductions, raises concerns over school funding oversight, student aid processing, and education policy enforcement, potentially disrupting the sector nationwide.
Xavier School of Management (XLRI) released the XAT 2025 response sheet on January 7, 2025, for candidates who appeared in the exam on January 5, 2025. To access the response sheet, candidates can log in at xatonline.in using their XAT ID and password. This sheet allows candidates to review their answers and evaluate performance. The official answer key and results will be available soon.
With the Karnataka Bandh set for March 22, uncertainty looms over school operations. While the SSLC exams remain unaffected, exams for lower classes will proceed. Transportation disruptions could affect student commutes, and many schools are adopting a cautious approach. Parents and students are advised to stay in touch with school authorities for updates.
ICAI has introduced the Self-Paced Module Test Portal for its Final Course students to take online tests at their own convenience. Students need to complete required learning hours in their chosen subjects. These tests are vital for certification, include no negative marking, and require a minimum of 50% to pass.
The Council of Architecture will begin NATA 2025 registration on February 3 at nata.in. The exams will be held from March 1 to June 2025. On Fridays, there will be a single shift (1:30 PM–4:30 PM), while on Saturdays, exams will be conducted in two shifts (10:00 AM–1:00 PM & 1:30 PM–4:30 PM).