The Madhya Pradesh government, led by the BJP, distributed e-scooties to 7,900 meritorious students of government schools for the academic year 2023-2024. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized the importance of both academic merit and ethics. The initiative aims to encourage students to excel and overcome barriers like distance, supporting the state’s broader educational goals.
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A federal appeals court has blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to cancel teacher preparation grants, ensuring continued funding for recruitment and training programs in eight Democratic-led states. The ruling criticized the administration’s lack of justification, highlighting potential staff layoffs and disruptions. This decision is part of broader legal battles over education funding and policy restructuring.
Maharashtra school education minister Dadaji Bhuse assures that the state SSC Board will not be closed despite implementing the CBSE pattern for first standard in government schools. This move aims to enhance the state board, introducing new textbooks based on the state syllabus. Opposition voices concern that it could impact Marathi language and tradition.
US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Vertex Partnership Academies in the Bronx, New York, for her first school visit. The visit underscored her commitment to school choice, with McMahon praising the charter school’s community-driven approach to education. Ian Rowe, the school's CEO, highlighted the importance of public charter schools in providing families with high-quality educational options. The visit signals continued support for educational diversity and charter school... Expand
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) announced the RRB CEN No. 08/2024 recruitment notification on January 21, 2025, for 32,438 Level 1 positions under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The application process begins on January 23, 2025. The selection includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination. Candidates should review eligibility criteria before applying.
University of Mumbai Summer Session Exams 2025: The University of Mumbai has announced the summer session exam schedule for 2025, starting with BCom exams on March 18 and BSc and BA exams on March 26. Over 1,38,000 students from various streams will participate. Exam details will be available online, with temporary hall tickets already issued. Exams will be held at 439 centers.
Trump’s proposal to shift the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office from the Department of Education to the Small Business Administration (SBA) marks a significant policy shift. He argues that student loan management should not fall under the Education Department’s domain. However, the plan faces major hurdles, including congressional approval and concerns over potential disruptions to the student loan system.
Haryana schools will observe winter holidays from January 1 to January 15, 2025, with schools reopening on January 16, 2025. Students in Classes 10 and 12 may be required to attend school for practical exams during this period. The Haryana Board of Secondary Education (HBSE) has scheduled Class 10 exams from February 27 to March 15, 2025, and Class 12 exams from February 26 to March 28, 2025.