Top US universities, including MIT and Northwestern, are facing significant financial strain due to federal funding cuts. With anticipated losses in the millions, institutions are freezing hiring and reducing spending to cope with the loss of government research grants. Experts predict continued financial challenges for research universities, forcing them to reevaluate their budgets and strategies for the future. As the federal support dries up, the fate of vital academic programs and research is uncertain.
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The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission declared the State Service Examination 2022 results, with Deepika Patidar emerging as the topper. Six women secured positions in the top 10. Results for 87% of vacancies were released, with the remainder pending due to an ongoing reservation case in the High Court.
Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University has declared the 2025 results for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Students of BA, BSc, BCom, MA, MSc, MCom, and other courses can check their results online at nmu.ac.in by entering their roll numbers. A minimum aggregate score of 40% is required to pass the Winter 2024 exams.
Yunseo Chung, a 21-year-old Columbia University student, is suing the Trump administration after ICE targeted her for deportation due to her pro-Palestinian activism. Chung, a legal permanent resident, argues that her political speech is protected under the First Amendment. The case, filed in March 2025, highlights concerns over free speech and the Trump administration's immigration enforcement targeting students involved in activism. Chung's legal team seeks to prevent her deportation and block... Expand
Puneet Yadu Dalmia, CEO of Dalmia Bharat Group, addressed graduates at IIM Visakhapatnam's 9th convocation, encouraging them to embrace small beginnings and adapt quickly for success. He emphasized India's growth and entrepreneurial spirit, urging graduates to give back to society. Hari S. Bhartia, Chairperson of IIMV's Board of Governors, shared insights on the thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. IIM Vizag Director Prof. M. Chandrasekhar highlighted the institute's growth and commitment to... Expand
CBSE conducted the CTET 2024 on December 14 in two shifts. The provisional answer key, released on January 1, 2025, was open for challenges until January 5. Candidates now await the CTET December 2024 results, along with the final answer key. Candidates can check important details regarding the CTET 2024 December result here.
Stanford University has implemented a hiring freeze for all staff positions due to federal policy changes resulting in potential reductions in funding from NIH and NSF. This move aims to mitigate financial risks, while faculty hiring and student workers remain unaffected, maintaining core academic functions.
Schools across Tennessee remain shut down due to ongoing snow and ice from a recent winter storm impacting the Southern United States. The severe weather has caused school closures, transition to online learning, and significant travel disruptions, including numerous flight cancellations and car accidents. Cold temperatures persist, maintaining hazardous conditions.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) announced the Bihar Board Inter Class 12 Results 2025 on March 25. Priya Jaiswal emerged as the topper in the Science stream with 484 marks (96.80%), while Ankita Kumari and Shakib Shah secured the first position in the Arts stream with 473 marks (94.60%). Roshni Kumari topped the Commerce stream with 475 marks (95%). The overall pass percentage stands at 86.50%, with girls outshining boys in all faculties.
In a narrow 8-7 vote, the Texas State Board of Education approved ‘Bluebonnet Learning,’ a voluntary Bible-based curriculum for elementary schools. Scheduled for the 2025-26 rollout, it has sparked debate over religion’s role in public education. While supporters praise it for reinforcing moral values, critics warn of potential legal challenges and threats to secular education.