The United States has reinstated pre-pandemic eligibility rules for its Visa Interview Waiver, or "dropbox," facility. Now, only applicants renewing a visa in the same category within 12 months of expiration qualify, replacing the temporary 48-month extension introduced in 2022. This shift is expected to worsen visa delays, especially for Indian applicants, intensifying competition for in-person interview slots.
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The registration for Alabama’s Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Act (CHOOSE Act) 2024 has begun. The program offers funding for private school tuition, homeschooling, and other educational expenses. Over 165 private and 3 public schools have already joined, with 5,256 applications received by January 5. Administered by the Alabama Department of Revenue, the act provides Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) for eligible K-12 students in Alabama.
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The Directorate of Elementary Education (DEE) Assam announces 4,500 vacancies for Assistant Teachers in LP and UP schools for 2025. The recruitment process begins on February 15, 2025, and ends on March 31, 2025, with selections based on academic performance and TET scores.