US President Donald Trump appointed Dan Bongino as the Deputy Director of the FBI under Director Kash Patel. Bongino, with a background in the NYPD, the Secret Service, and conservative media, signifies potential changes in FBI's policies and operations.
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Thousands of federal employees, including veterans and medical researchers, were abruptly laid off, causing confusion and anger. The reductions, part of a cost-cutting initiative led by Elon Musk's DOGE, have sparked legal actions and protests, raising concerns about the long-term impact on government operations.
The Trump administration's plan to cut 80,000 jobs at the Department of Veterans Affairs has sparked concerns about the impact on veterans' health care and benefits. The proposed layoffs, which aim to improve efficiency, have been criticized for lacking a clear plan to maintain services. Veterans groups and lawmakers warn that these cuts will exacerbate existing challenges, including delays in medical care and claims processing, while undermining the VA's mission to support veterans.
The Maharashtra CET Cell has extended the registration deadline for NEET PG 2024 Round 3 counselling until January 28. The seat matrix will be published on January 27, and the merit list on January 30. Choice filling starts January 31, with the seat allotment result announced on February 4. Candidates must report to colleges by February 9.
The SSC GD Admit Card 2025 for Constable (GD) positions will soon be available for download on the official SSC website. The exam is scheduled for February 2025, covering multiple dates. Candidates can download the hall ticket by entering required details on the website, or access it through regional SSC sites and CRPF.
US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Vertex Partnership Academies in the Bronx, New York, for her first school visit. The visit underscored her commitment to school choice, with McMahon praising the charter school’s community-driven approach to education. Ian Rowe, the school's CEO, highlighted the importance of public charter schools in providing families with high-quality educational options. The visit signals continued support for educational diversity and charter school... Expand
World University Reputation Rankings: Harvard University retains its top position in the World University Reputation Rankings 2025 for the 14th year. MIT and University of Oxford follow closely, sharing the second place. The rankings highlight broader global representation, with significant entries from newly recognized countries like Chile, Malaysia, Poland, and Portugal.
More than 340 international students and researchers, including a Harvard Medical School researcher, have faced visa revocations and deportation threats in 2025. The US government's increasing use of visa revocations for minor infractions or without explanation has sparked widespread fear among foreign nationals in prestigious universities. Cases like Kseniia Petrova's, who was detained by ICE, highlight the growing concerns over due process, legal rights, and the unpredictability of deportation... Expand
Ohio’s Senate Bill 1, passed by the House (58-34), moves closer to becoming law, despite student opposition. The bill bans DEI initiatives, restricts faculty strikes, mandates a state-designed civics course, and eliminates low-enrollment degree programs. Critics argue it threatens academic freedom and diversity. The Ohio Senate must pass it again before Governor DeWine's approval.
The Telangana Government College of Higher Education (TGCHE) has announced the TG ICET 2025 for MBA and MCA admissions. Registration opens on March 10 and closes on May 3, 2025. Admit cards will be available from May 28, and the exam will be held on June 8 and 9, 2025.