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.
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US President Donald Trump threatened to cut federal funding for schools and universities that allow 'illegal protests,' insisting that violators be jailed or deported. This comes amid heightened tensions over accusations of anti-Semitism related to student protests against Israel. Education Secretary Linda McMahon mentioned that a task force reviewing federal grants to institutions like Columbia University has been set up.
New York City’s controversial Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) will be digitised under a new five-year, $17 million contract with Pearson. Despite concerns over the test’s role in perpetuating racial disparities and Pearson’s checkered history, including technical failures and workplace discrimination lawsuits, the transition aims to modernise the exam. Critics argue that a single test is inadequate for determining access to elite schools, while supporters maintain it offers... Expand
Stax Music Academy celebrates its 25th anniversary with a series of concerts honoring Black History Month. The Memphis-based academy, which has trained over 4,000 students, continues to empower teens with musical education, offering free tuition to many. This year's anniversary concerts feature iconic Stax songs and reflect on the academy's rich legacy in music and civil rights. Students are also learning about the US labor movement's impact on Black Americans, integrating history with musical... Expand
Thousands of federal workers, including staff at the CDC, FDA, and NIH, were laid off as part of sweeping cuts under the Trump administration's directive. The job reductions, primarily targeting probationary employees, affect key agencies involved in public health and safety. With 16,000 workers already impacted, concerns over the future of critical services, such as wildfire mitigation and health responses, are growing. The layoffs are set to continue, affecting multiple government departments... Expand
The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has begun online registration for the Telangana Education Common Entrance Test (TG EdCET) 2025. Candidates can apply at edcet.tsche.ac.in. The last date to register without a late fee is May 13, 2025, and the exam is scheduled for June 1, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The Kerala KMAT 2025 registration has begun for students seeking admission to MBA programs. The exam is scheduled for February 23, 2025. Eligible candidates with a bachelor’s degree can apply via the CEE official website. Applicants must follow the steps to register, fill out the form, upload documents, and pay the application fee for consideration
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have rescheduled the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CBT 2 Shift 1 exam, originally set for March 20, 2025. The new date is yet to be announced. The recruitment aims to fill 18,799 vacancies. Candidates should check official regional RRB websites for updates and further details.
A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk's efforts to dismantle the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) are likely unconstitutional. On March 18, 2025, Judge Theodore D. Chuang ordered the White House to restore access for former USAID employees and allow the agency to return to its headquarters. The ruling challenges Musk's control over the Department of Government Efficiency, potentially halting further reductions in USAID's operations. The administration plans to appeal... Expand
The Trump administration has initiated massive layoffs targeting 220,000 probationary federal workers, marking the first step in a broader effort to reduce the federal workforce. Agencies such as Education, Veterans Affairs, and others are affected, with many employees dismissed from their positions. The move follows an executive order calling for large-scale cuts, with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency pushing for the elimination of entire agencies. Critics warn of disruptions... Expand
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the admit card for the rescheduled RO/ARO Prelims Exam 2024 on its official website, psc.uk.gov.in. Initially planned for January 25, 2025, the exam was postponed due to local body election vote counting and will now be held on January 29, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM.