The US Department of Education has reinstated Trump's 2020 Title IX policies, following a January 9, 2025, court ruling that overturned Biden's revised rules. The new guidance mandates stricter handling of sexual misconduct cases, including live hearings and a narrower definition of harassment. While advocates for accused students welcome the shift, critics argue that it may discourage survivors from reporting assaults. The change is part of a broader legal battle over Title IX's scope and protections.
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The US Department of Education has placed UC Santa Barbara under investigation, alongside 59 other universities, for allegedly failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitic harassment. Institutions face potential enforcement actions under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. This scrutiny follows rising campus tensions linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict, sparking protests, encampments, and federal intervention.
Donald Trump's proposed school funding cuts, contingent on schools using specific educational materials, clash with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). ESSA, passed in 2015, limits federal control over local education decisions, prohibiting the government from mandating curricula. Trump's funding strategy challenges ESSA's framework, raising questions about federal vs. state control, curriculum oversight, and the enforceability of his proposals. Legal and political debates over the future of... Expand
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University (DDU) has released the 2025 results for undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including BA, BSc, BCom, MA, and MSc. Students can check their results on ddugu.ac.in by entering their roll number and date of birth. The university, established in 1957, offers a wide range of academic programmes across multiple disciplines.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has clarified it will not cancel the 70th CCE Prelims 2024, despite allegations of a paper leak and protests. The exam at one Patna center was canceled due to disruptions, with a re-examination scheduled for January 4, 2025. Police dispersed protesters demanding cancellation, and political leaders supported their cause.
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) will close the registration for Class 1 admissions for the 2025 academic year on March 21, 2025, at 10 PM. Parents can apply through the official website, kvsangathan.gov.in. Eligible children must be at least six years old by March 31, with April 1 births also considered. A valid birth certificate is required. The application process involves online registration, form submission, and fee payment. Applicants should download and keep a copy for future reference.... Expand
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tripura, has extended the admission deadline for round 3 of the NEET PG 2024 counselling process. Candidates can now apply until February 15, 2025, through dme.tripura.gov.in. The stray vacancy round will require fresh choices, and only candidates without existing seats can participate. Applicants failing to join an allotted seat in the stray vacancy round face a one-year NEET PG exam ban.
NERIST has opened online applications for NEE 2025. Candidates can register at neeonline.ac.in or nerist.ac.in by April 3, 2025. Admit cards will be available from April 15. Exams: NEE-II (PCM/PCB) and NEE-III on April 26; NEE-I and NEE-II (PCM) Science on April 27, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
RBSE has updated the Class 5 exam timetable for 2025. The Environmental Studies exam will now be on April 16, instead of April 9. The third language exam is moved to April 17, from April 16. Exams will start from April 7 and end on April 17. Students should download the updated schedule and prepare.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp proposed a $50 million one-time funding boost to enhance school safety, with each of the state’s public schools receiving additional security resources. However, critics argue the plan overlooks the urgent need for expanded counseling services, amplified after the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School. Advocates push for increased mental health funding to address the root causes of violence in schools.