The U.S. Department of Education recently issued directives to federally funded institutions, including Stanford, mandating the end of race-based practices in admissions, hiring, financial aid, and campus life. This follows the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling against race-based affirmative action. Universities are required to comply within two weeks or face potential loss of federal funding. Stanford is reviewing the guidelines.
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CBSE has extended the registration deadline for the Single Girl Child Scholarship 2024 to January 10, 2025. Eligible Class 11 students who passed their Class 10 exams in 2024 can apply via cbse.gov.in by December 23, 2024. Verified by schools until January 17, 2025, selected candidates will receive ₹500 monthly assistance. Applicants must be single girl children enrolled in CBSE schools.
Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board is set to announce the Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2025 soon, expected by early April. Students who appeared for exams held from March 1 to March 20 can check their scores at kseab.karnataka.gov.in. To access results, enter roll number and date of birth. The scorecard and merit list will also be available.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the skill test dates for SSC Stenographer 2024, set for April 16 and 17, 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,926 vacancies across Grade 'C' and Grade 'D' posts. Qualified candidates who pass the skill test will proceed to the final selection stage, which includes document verification and a medical examination.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will release the RPF Constable Answer Key 2025 on February 24 at 6 PM, allowing candidates to review their responses and raise objections until March 29 at 12 AM. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) was conducted from March 2 to 18, 2025. Candidates can download the answer key from the official RRB website and follow the prescribed process to challenge discrepancies.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced $7.5 million in grants to improve campus safety across 28 colleges and universities in the state. The funding will support security upgrades, including surveillance cameras, drones, and physical infrastructure improvements. Major institutions like Bowling Green State University, Kent State, and the University of Akron received significant allocations. This initiative aims to create safer environments, enabling students to focus on their education and career goals,... Expand
Anna University, Chennai, is set to announce the TANCET 2025 notification on January 19, 2025. The exam, essential for postgraduate admissions in Tamil Nadu, evaluates various aptitudes and facilitates admission across over 200 colleges, with more than 40,000 MBA aspirants competing yearly.
Boston Public Schools has proposed closing six historic schools by the end of the 2025-26 school year, citing declining enrollment and aging infrastructure. Among the schools affected are Excel High School, Dever Elementary, and the Mary Lyon Pilot High School, all over 100 years old. These closures aim to consolidate resources, improve facilities, and address academic challenges. If approved, around 1,300 students will be impacted, marking a significant shift in the city's educational... Expand
Indian professionals are increasingly turning to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program for US permanent residency amid H-1B visa uncertainties. This program requires a significant investment in US businesses, offering a more predictable pathway to a green card for investors and their families, compared to the traditional H-1B route.