Kentucky has introduced a groundbreaking education initiative aimed at preparing students for a rapidly evolving workforce. The plan focuses on fast-tracking students into advanced coursework, starting as early as grade three, to ensure they are equipped for 237,000 high-tech and skilled job openings annually. The initiative seeks to bridge the skills gap and better prepare graduates for the challenges of tomorrow's job market, while fostering long-term economic growth for the state.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) will begin JEE Mains 2025 Session 1 on January 22, 2025. Admit cards are expected to be released soon, and candidates can download them from the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, once available. NTA will conduct JEE Mains Session 1 at various centers across cities in India and 15 cities abroad.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the date sheet for the CSIR UGC NET December 2024 session on January 30, 2025. The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for candidates applying for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, or Ph.D. admissions. Candidates can download the official schedule from the NTA website and stay updated for further notifications.
The Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh, has released the revised schedule for Round 2 of MP NEET PG counselling 2024. Eligible candidates can check the updated timeline on the official website. The second-round seat allotment results will be declared on January 7, 2024. Applicants must report to their allotted colleges from January 8 to 13 with the required documents.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is joining a national movement by proposing a statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms to improve student focus, mental health, and social interaction. The legislation, which could be implemented by the 2026-2027 school year, has already seen positive results in several Illinois districts. Supported by research linking social media to anxiety, the ban aims to reduce distractions and promote engagement, with many other states considering similar measures, as... Expand
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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad has started online registration for TG PGECET 2025 at pgecet.tgche.ac.in. The last date to apply without a late fee is March 17, 2025. Admit cards will be issued on June 7, and the exam will be conducted from June 16 to June 19, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
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IIM Raipur is accepting applications for its fully funded 4-year PhD program, aiming to nurture scholars with strong academic potential and global research aspirations. Applicants must have valid exam scores (GRE, GMAT, JRF, UGC NET, CAT) and meet specific educational qualifications. Selected candidates will receive financial support, including stipends, conference funding, and a laptop allowance. Apply by May 10, 2025.