The Trump administration is pushing to dismantle the U.S. Education Department, sparking concerns over funding, civil rights, and student loans. Critics warn of deepening inequality, while supporters see it as a move toward local control. With billions at stake, the overhaul could reshape K-12 education, special education, and research funding, redefining America’s education landscape.
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The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has revised the 2025 Class 10th and 12th exam schedule. As per the updated timetable, Class 10th exams will be held from March 6 to April 4, while Class 12th exams will take place from March 6 to April 7. Students can check the revised date sheet on the official website.
UPSC has released a notice listing 43 rejected candidates for the Civil Services Examination 2025 due to non-payment of the ₹100 fee. Candidates can appeal within 10 days by submitting original payment proof via speed post or by hand. The appeal deadline is March 17, 2025. Visit UPSC's official website for details.
Ireland is welcoming to Indian students with supportive post-study visa policies, says Education Minister James Lawless. Indian nationals make up a significant portion of Ireland's population and have excelled in education and employment. The two-year visa window post-graduation aids job-seeking. Ireland sees growth in Indian student enrollment and business collaboration.
The CBSE Class 12 Biology exam, set for March 25, 2025, demands more than memorization—it requires conceptual clarity, precise writing, and strategic preparation. This guide provides essential tips, including mastering NCERT with active recall, perfecting diagrams, maintaining a mistake journal, applying concepts to real-life scenarios, and structuring answers scientifically to boost confidence and maximize scores.
SSC has released a notice on the CHSL 2024 option-cum-preference form. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check the final vacancy list and submit their preferences on ssc.gov.in. The form will be available from February 4 to 8, 2025. Candidates can check important details here.
President Trump has intensified efforts to cut federal spending, with education facing significant budget reductions. The Institute of Education Sciences (IES) lost 169 contracts, halting key research projects. Led by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the cuts aim to slash trillions in spending. These moves raise concerns about the future of U.S. education and its global standing.
President Trump has defended his decision to lay off 1,300 employees at the US Department of Education, claiming the cuts are necessary to eliminate inefficiencies and retain only the most productive staff. Trump stated that many of the fired workers "don't work at all," sparking debate among critics, including former Education Secretary William Bennett. The cuts are part of Trump's broader plan to reduce the federal government's role in education and shift control to state governments.
California lawmakers have introduced two bills, AB 49 and SB 48, aimed at protecting undocumented students from ICE raids near schools. The bills would restrict federal agents' access to school properties and prevent local police from assisting ICE within one mile of schools. These measures respond to fears of deportation among immigrant families, reaffirming California's commitment to providing safe education regardless of immigration status. The legislation could set a precedent for other... Expand
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the AISSEE 2025 registration correction window until January 28. Candidates can update their application forms online. The exam will be held offline in 190 cities, with 125 questions across four subjects for Class 6, totaling 300 marks. Female candidates can apply for Class 6, while Class 9 candidates must have completed Class 8.
The US 8th Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down the SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) plan, halting President Joe Biden’s student debt relief initiative. The ruling, favoring Missouri’s attorney general and other Republican-led states, deemed the plan beyond the education secretary’s legal authority. With student debt exceeding $1.7 trillion, borrowers now face repayment challenges, prompting a shift toward alternative income-driven repayment options.