The Trump administration’s decision to discontinue the NAEP Long-Term Trend Exam for 17-year-olds has sparked controversy, with supporters calling it a cost-cutting reform and critics warning of a deliberate attempt to obscure declining academic performance. The latest NAEP report reveals a sharp drop in math and reading scores, widening achievement gaps. As the debate over its significance intensifies, questions arise about whether this move will weaken educational accountability or prompt necessary policy shifts.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date for NCET 2025 online applications to March 31, 2025, due to requests from students and institutions amidst ongoing board exams. The entrance test, scheduled for April 29, 2025, will be held in computer-based mode for admission to various teacher education programmes. Candidates are advised to complete their applications before the revised deadline. Further details will be announced on the NCET portal.
The Education Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, allocates Rs 500 crore for the establishment of three Centres of Excellence in AI, aiming to boost India’s technological capabilities. The budget also outlines the expansion of IITs and medical colleges, increasing seats to improve access to higher education. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing education, fostering innovation, and addressing the evolving needs of India’s workforce in... Expand
Calicut University has declared the 2025 results for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th semester exams, including regular, supplementary, and improvement exams. Candidates can check their results on uoc.ac.in. The results were released on January 27 and 28, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link and other details here.
The Odisha government has formed a 16-member committee, led by Prof. Nityananda Pradhan, to align the state curriculum with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework. Aimed at local contextualization, the new education system follows the 5+3+3+4 model, focusing on foundational, preparatory, middle, and secondary stages to enhance holistic learning.
The DRDO internship program provides engineering and general sciences students with practical exposure to defense technology R&D. Interns contribute to live projects under expert guidance, though the internship does not guarantee future employment. The program duration ranges from 4 weeks to 6 months depending on the lab requirements.
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has released the REET 2025 Level 1 and Level 2 question papers online, with provisional answer keys expected soon. Candidates can download the question papers from the official websites. After the answer key release, they can raise objections by paying a fee. The final answer key will be used for result preparation.
Students from CPI(M)'s SFI and Naxalite AISA confronted West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu at Jadavpur University, damaging his car and injuring him. They demanded dates for student union elections. Basu condemned the violence, while TMC leaders rallied in his support, emphasizing their commitment to democracy.
CBSE will implement a two-tier difficulty level for Science and Social Science in Classes 9 and 10, starting from 2025-26 and 2027-28, respectively. This initiative, aligned with NEP 2020, aims to reduce academic pressure and enhance flexibility. Students can choose between standard and basic levels, ensuring personalized learning. The Board also plans reforms to minimize reliance on rote memorization and coaching.
Donald Trump’s latest political maneuver targets the Department of Education, reviving a long-standing conservative push to weaken its influence. While only Congress can abolish the agency, Trump’s executive orders could erode its power from within. As legal, political, and constitutional challenges mount, his actions spark a fierce debate: reform or federal overreach?