A federal judge granted Harvard University a preliminary injunction, temporarily halting the Trump administration's attempt to revoke its ability to enroll international students. Despite this win, visa roadblocks persist, causing uncertainty for students regarding travel and program access. With a second revocation looming and entry bans potentially reinstated, international students face ongoing ambiguity and disrupted academic plans.
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Harvard University and Caltech, ranked 5th and 10th respectively in the QS World University Rankings 2026, showcase distinct academic strengths. Harvard excels in employment outcomes and academic reputation due to its broad interdisciplinary approach and extensive global network. Caltech, with its focused STEM environment and exceptional faculty-student ratio, fosters innovation and deep specialization, despite lower employment outcome scores.
NMIMS has declared the NPAT 2025 results on June 23, 2025, at npat.nmims.edu. Candidates can now log in using their credentials to view their individual merit positions and qualifying status. The results are crucial for admissions to NMIMS undergraduate programmes, including BBA. Selected students must accept the admission offer, upload their signature, and pay the fee to confirm their seat. The university uses the best of three scores for final merit allotment.
The Andhra Pradesh Department of School Education will release the AP DSC 2025 admit cards on June 25 at apdsc.apcfss.in. The recruitment exams, postponed to July 1 and 2, will be held in CBT mode. With over 16,000 teaching vacancies at stake, candidates must verify their hall ticket details and follow official updates closely.
Four Indian schools, including a government girls’ school in Faridabad, have been named among the top 10 finalists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2026. Recognised under the Supporting Healthy Lives category, the Faridabad school stands out for its holistic approach to girls’ education, integrating health, nutrition, and community engagement to drive lasting change.
Stanford University will reduce its budget by $140 million for the 2025-26 academic year due to declining federal research funding and a potential increase in endowment taxes. The budget cut, impacting all departments except the School of Medicine, will involve staff reductions. Despite these challenges, Stanford is committed to protecting financial aid and research continuity.
Rutherford County, North Carolina, is considering closing up to three schools to address a $6.1 million budget shortfall for the 2025 school year. The proposed closures include facilities serving at-risk and underserved students, sparking concerns about long-term impacts on education and community well-being. Former teacher Jeff Cantrell, in comments to WLOS, warned of increased dropout and incarceration rates if alternative education programs are cut. The situation highlights broader challenges... Expand
The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the TS DOST 2025 phase 3 seat allotment list for UG admissions. Candidates can check their allotment status at dost.cgg.gov.in using their DOST ID and PIN. The self-reporting window is open until June 30, with physical reporting to colleges required from June 28 to July 1. Classes begin on June 30, followed by orientation sessions from July 1 to 4. Required documents must be submitted during self-reporting.
Harvard University's resistance to the Trump administration's demands over admissions and hiring policies is a critical defense of academic freedom and democracy in US education. Professors Ryan D. Enos and Steven Levitsky warn that conceding to federal pressure would set a dangerous precedent, undermining constitutional rights and allowing ideological interference in private universities. The battle at Harvard symbolizes a broader threat to democratic institutions and the independence of higher... Expand
The American workday has expanded into a 24/7 cycle, with many employees starting before 6 a.m. and continuing late into the night. This "infinite workday," fueled by hybrid and remote work, creates constant availability and fragmented focus. To reclaim balance, organizations must re-establish boundaries, protect focus time, and redefine productivity, with leadership modeling these changes.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Preliminary 2025 results, accessible on upsc.gov.in. Successful candidates, identified by their roll numbers in the published PDF, are now qualified for the ESE Mains exam scheduled for August 10, 2025. This next phase involves descriptive papers testing in-depth understanding within their chosen engineering discipline.