Canada has officially ended the practice of flagpoling for work and study permit renewals. From December 23, applicants must now submit Visitor Record applications online through Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) instead of re-entering Canada for expedited processing. The change aims to streamline border operations and enhance security. Students and workers must carefully follow the application process to ensure continued legal status in Canada, with processing times ranging from 30 to 60 days.
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The Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) 2025 provisional answer key has been released by Anna University Chennai on April 4. Candidates can download the answer key through the official website and calculate their probable scores using the marking scheme. With the final answer key set to be released on April 12, candidates are advised to challenge any discrepancies within a limited timeframe. The TANCET results will be based on the final answer key.
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has announced the AP CET 2025 exam schedule, covering AP EAMCET, LAWCET, ICET, ECET, and more. Lokesh Nara, a minister in the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet, shared the dates on X. AP EAPCET for Agriculture and Pharmacy is on May 19-20, while the Engineering exam runs from May 21-27.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a notice urging Higher Education Institutions to strengthen anti-ragging measures. The notice calls for the establishment of anti-ragging committees, squads, and cells, installation of CCTV cameras, and conducting workshops. It also mandates surprise inspections of key areas and the display of anti-ragging posters in prominent locations to enhance awareness and prevention.
UP DELED Counselling 2024: The UP DElEd State Merit Rank 2024 for 3,25,769 candidates has been released on updeled.gov.in. Candidates within ranks 1 to 2,40,000 must pay ₹5,000 for institute selection by January 12, with phased admission processes starting December 30. Admission requires locking choices and confirming placements.
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) has been awarded the prestigious PURSE research grant of Rs 6.42 crore by the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, to enhance its research ecosystem. On National Science Day, MDU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Rajbir Singh received the PURSE Excellence Memento from Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh at a ceremony in New Delhi. MDU is one of nine universities in India selected for this honor, affirming its leadership in research.
National Science Day, observed on February 28, honors Dr. C.V. Raman’s groundbreaking discovery of the Raman Effect, which earned him the Nobel Prize in 1930. His work continues to shape modern science, influencing fields such as space exploration, cancer detection, renewable energy, and forensic science. His legacy remains vital in advancing research and technological innovations in 2025.
President Trump’s reelection has sparked sweeping reforms aimed at government efficiency, including proposed tax hikes on elite university endowments. The suggested 21% tax on schools like Harvard and Stanford could drastically increase their financial burdens, potentially raising tuition, cutting scholarships, and stifling academic progress. This policy could widen economic divides, making top-tier education less accessible for underprivileged students.
The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has extended the registration deadline for the MAH MBA and MMS CET to January 31, 2025. The exam is tentatively scheduled from March 17 to 19, 2025. The official notice confirms the extension for online applications for admission to MBA/MMS courses for the 2025-26 academic year across various centers.
The US Pentagon plans to cut up to 60,000 civilian jobs as part of the Trump administration’s effort to streamline government operations and reduce federal spending. The cuts, which affect 5% to 8% of the Pentagon’s workforce, will be implemented through voluntary resignations, hiring freezes, and other measures. Legal challenges have complicated the process, and concerns have emerged about the potential impact on national security, military readiness, and US education programs.
The Gujarat Nursing Council (GNC) has announced the results of the Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery (ANM) and General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) second-year examinations for the academic session 2025. Candidates can now access their results on the official website, gujaratnursingcouncil.org. Students are advised to download their mark sheets promptly to avoid technical issues. For any discrepancies, they can contact the council’s helpline or visit the office.