Harvard Medical School faces a major financial setback as the Trump administration caps NIH indirect research funding at 15%, slashing its allocation by nearly $100 million. While Harvard offers mental health resources, including therapy animals, critics argue this doesn’t address the deeper funding crisis. The cuts could impact U.S. research output, talent retention, and long-term scientific progress.
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The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra, closes the application correction window for MHT CET 2025 today, March 12. Candidates can edit their application details online until the end of the day. The exam will be conducted in April 2025, with separate dates for PCB and PCM streams.
NTA concluded JEE Mains 2025 Session 1 on January 30 and released the provisional answer key on February 4. Candidates can raise objections until February 6. After review, the final answer key will determine the results, likely to be declared by February 12. Results will be available on jeemains.nta.nic.in once the link is active.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has opened registrations for the NEET MDS 2025, starting February 18. Interested candidates must apply by March 10, 2025. Eligibility requires a recognized BDS degree and completion of a one-year compulsory internship. The exam will be held on April 19, 2025, in a computer-based format.
Thirteen U.S. universities received an “F†grade in the Campus Antisemitism Report Card by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), assessing 135 schools on antisemitism policies. While 49 schools earned A or B grades, 41 received D or F. The report highlights the need for stronger protections for Jewish students amid growing concerns on campuses.
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has released the practical exam date sheet for Classes 10 and 12 for the March/April 2025 session. The exams will begin on March 17, 2025, at designated centers for both Indian and overseas students. Candidates can check the schedule and download hall tickets from the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in.
The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Goa has extended the choice-filling deadline for Goa NEET PG Counselling 2024 to February 3, 2025. Candidates must submit their college and programme choices before the new deadline. Seat allotment will be based on NEET PG and MDS ranks, seat availability, and reservation criteria. For more details, visit the official website.
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has further extended the GUJCET 2025 registration deadline to January 15, 2025, with a late fee of INR 1000. Initially set for December 31, 2024, and later extended to January 7, the deadline has been moved again. Candidates can complete their registration through four steps: login, payment, form submission, and confirmation.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the city intimation slip for the RPF Constable Recruitment 2024 exam. Candidates can check the details on the official RRB website by logging in with their credentials. The recruitment process includes a computer-based test, followed by physical efficiency, measurement tests, and document verification.
AIIMS will conduct the NORCET 8 Stage I preliminary exam on April 12, 2025. Candidates must report by 6:30 AM, with entry allowed until 8:30 AM. The 90-minute exam will consist of 100 MCQs, including negative marking and a section-wise timed format. Qualifying percentiles vary by category, with relaxations for PWBD candidates. Successful candidates will proceed to Stage II based on merit and seat availability. Candidates must carry original documents and follow all guidelines carefully.