Shriram Krishnan's support for removing country caps on H-1B visas has ignited a fierce debate between tech industry leaders and MAGA anti-immigration advocates. While tech figures argue that skilled immigration drives innovation and economic growth, critics contend that such policies undermine American workers and wages. The controversy highlights a wider ideological divide: prioritising global talent to maintain technological dominance versus protecting domestic employment through stringent immigration controls.
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US universities call students back to campus: Over a dozen US universities are advising international students to return to campus before Trump's January 20, 2025, inauguration due to fears of potential immigration policy shifts. These advisories emphasize urgency, reflecting concerns over sudden changes that could impact visa issuance, travel, and student reentry. Check list of universities here.
The U.S. economy heavily relies on immigrant labor, from skilled professionals in STEM fields to essential workers in healthcare, agriculture, and construction. A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows public skepticism about expanding the H-1B visa program, with most Americans believing the U.S. already has enough skilled talent. Despite this, figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump advocate for H-1B expansion to meet labor needs. Immigrants contribute significantly to the nation's GDP and... Expand
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has revised the CGL Tier 1 results following CAT's orders, allowing 525 additional candidates to appear for Tier-II on January 20, 2025. Updated cut-offs for List-3 posts include slight reductions across categories. In total, 609 candidates qualified. Admit cards for these candidates will be released today, January 18, 2025.
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Newcastle University is offering the India Leadership and Innovation Scholarship for 2025, providing a fully funded tuition fee waiver for 10 high-achieving Indian students pursuing a one-year master’s degree. Applicants must hold a UK first-class honours degree or equivalent and submit their applications by June 5, 2025. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for the academic year starting September 2025.
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Lex Fridman, MIT scientist and host of The Lex Fridman Podcast, has made waves in both academia and media. His recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased his intellectual range, blending deep discussions on AI, philosophy, and personal experiences. From his educational journey at Drexel University to his influential role in MIT's AI research, Fridman's unique blend of academia, research, and media continues to make him a prominent figure in global discourse.
The NTA has released the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 admit card for exams on April 2 to 4. Candidates can download it from jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exams will be held on April 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, and 9 in two shifts, except April 8, which will have only an evening shift.