The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has updated the schedule for the NEET PG 2024 Stray Vacancy Round. The All India Quota/Deemed & Central Universities round will run from February 12 to February 18, 2025. Candidates can register for the round on the official website, mcc.nic.in. State counselling will follow from February 18 to 28, 2025.
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The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced that result cards for the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2024 are now available. Candidates in Bihar can collect them from their district’s District Education Officer (DEO), while out-of-state candidates must visit the DEO office in Patna. Valid ID and admit cards are required for pickup. The BSEB urges candidates to follow @officialbseb on social media for updates.
Since Donald Trump's second term began, the Department of Education has faced challenges, especially with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). DOGE has been gaining control, raising concerns about its influence and access to sensitive federal information. Musk's aides have begun restructuring agencies, with the Education Department being a major focus. Lawmakers and activists express alarm over potential unlawful actions and employee purges.
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) Mains 2024 interview round begins tomorrow, January 7, 2025, with 2,845 candidates scheduled to participate. This crucial phase evaluates candidates’ personality, decision-making skills, and overall suitability for civil services. Aspirants must keep in mind important tips, including punctuality, clear communication, honesty, and appropriate dress, to ensure success in the interview.
A student group has sued the University of California, alleging racial bias in admissions by favoring Black and Hispanic applicants over academically stronger Asian-American and white students. The lawsuit claims violations of the 14th Amendment, Title VI, and California’s Proposition 209. As the case unfolds, it could reshape affirmative action policies and redefine meritocracy in higher education.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accused DMK of being dishonest over the three-language policy issue in the New Education Policy. CM Stalin responded, stating Tamil Nadu will not succumb to Hindi imposition and criticized the Union Minister for provoking the state. Congress leader P Chidambaram highlighted the redundancy of the three-language formula.
The Indian Ministry of Corporate Affairs has started registration for the PM Internship Scheme 2025. Students who have passed Class 10 or 12, or hold a UG/PG degree or diploma, aged between 21 and 24, can apply. The internships offer a monthly stipend of ₹6,000. Applications close on March 12, 2025. Visit pminternship.mca.gov.in for further details.
The Vellore Institute of Technology has extended the VITEEE 2025 registration deadline to April 7. The exam will take place from April 21 to 27 across India and internationally. It will last 2 hours and 30 minutes, feature 125 multiple-choice questions. Candidates can apply online by filling out the form, making the payment, and uploading the required documents.
Many US graduate schools are waiving TOEFL, GRE, and GMAT requirements for international applicants, making admissions more accessible. Programs like the University of Delaware's Conditional Admissions Program and West Texas A&M's English proficiency exemptions offer alternatives to standardized tests. Prestigious schools such as MIT and Johns Hopkins also allow applicants to skip the GRE, while MBA programs at institutions like the University of Redlands offer GMAT waivers, enabling students to... Expand
The Chhattisgarh State Open School (CGSOS) has released the 2025 board exam schedule for Class 10 and 12. Class 12 exams will be held from March 26 to April 21, while Class 10 exams will run from March 27 to April 17. Students can check the schedule here or at the official website, sos.cg.nic.in.
The Assam Public Service Commission has announced 650 Junior Engineer (Civil) vacancies in the Public Works Road Department and Public Works (Building and NH) Department. Candidates holding a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering can apply online from 5th February 2025 to 4th March 2025 via apsc.nic.in. A written exam and interview will determine the selection.