Harvard Kennedy School has initiated staff layoffs and sweeping budget cuts in response to mounting financial strain caused by federal funding reductions and a proposed tax hike on Harvard's $53.2 billion endowment. The Trump administration's restrictions on international students and research funding cuts have intensified the crisis. Dean Jeremy M. Weinstein cited the need for restructuring and outlined contingency plans to address enrollment disruptions. The developments signal deeper financial instability across US higher education, as reported by the Harvard Crimson.
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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.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) will re-conduct the Stenographer/Personal Assistant Grade-II Phase-II exam on June 29, 2025, after its cancellation in March. Admit cards will be available from June 26 through the official portal. Candidates must follow strict dress codes, identity verification rules, and anti-cheating regulations. Detailed guidelines and mock tests are online. Entry will be denied without proper documentation, and severe penalties apply for unfair means during the... Expand
Telangana State Council of Higher Education starts TG EAMCET 2025 counselling on June 28. Phase I includes online registration, fee payment, and slot booking. Certificate verification, web-option entry, and seat allotment will follow. Phase II, Final Phase, internal sliding, and spot admissions are scheduled for August. Aspirants need to check tgeapcet.nic.
AP DEECET 2025 Result Declared: The results and rank cards for the AP DEECET 2025 exam, held on June 2 and 3, are now available at apdeecet.apcfss.in. Qualified candidates can download their scorecards and participate in counselling for D.El.Ed admissions in Andhra Pradesh through a Single Window System based on merit ranks.
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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.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has scheduled the Librarian Grade III examination for 27 July 2025. A final three-day window, from 26 to 28 June 2025, has been opened for candidates lacking the required educational qualifications to withdraw their applications online via the SSO portal. A total of 548 posts are being filled. RSSB warns that legal action may follow if ineligible applicants do not withdraw their forms during this final opportunity.