The US Department of Justice's new policy prioritizes immigration-related prosecutions, placing employers who hire undocumented workers or H-1B visa holders under intense scrutiny. The February 5, 2025 memo directs federal prosecutors to pursue criminal charges for violations of immigration laws, including harboring or employing undocumented individuals. As the DOJ tightens enforcement, businesses face heightened legal risks and penalties, especially small business owners and companies with third-party contractors, who must now adopt stricter compliance measures.
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New Zealand has launched the New Zealand Excellence Awards 2025, offering 29 scholarships for Indian students to study at top-ranked universities. Applications are open from March 18, 2025, to April 30, 2025. The scholarships help reduce financial burdens and provide opportunities to work while studying. After graduation, students can gain international work experience with a 3-year post-study work visa.
Harvard researchers are facing uncertainty as the NIH’s proposed cuts to indirect funding could severely disrupt essential research infrastructure. The NIH's order threatens to reduce overhead costs, jeopardizing shared lab resources, compliance teams, and vital research facilities. Faculty members are concerned that the cuts will lead to staff layoffs and delays in critical projects. Harvard administrators are working to address the situation, while faculty brace for the potential long-term... Expand
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is set to announce the results for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Havaldar exams conducted from September 30 to November 14, 2024, for 9,583 vacancies. Candidates can access their results by logging into the official website. The final merit list will be prepared using a normalisation process, with state-wise cutoffs expected.
WBJEEB has released the tentative schedule for West Bengal's 2025-26 entrance exams. WBJEE 2025 will be held on April 27, followed by JENPAS (UG) on May 25. The last exam, PUMDET 2025, is scheduled for July 27. The board conducts multiple exams, including JELET and PUBDET, for various undergraduate courses.
CBSE has extended the Single Girl Child Scholarship registration deadline to February 8, 2025, with schools verifying applications until February 15. Renewal applications also follow the same timeline. Students can register and renew on the official website, cbse.gov.in. This is the second extension, as the previous deadline was January 10, 2025.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan clarified that the New Education Policy (NEP) will not impose Hindi on states, emphasizing education will be in the mother tongue. This came amid Tamil Nadu's opposition due to political reasons. CM Stalin argued against the three-language policy, citing translation technology advancements and reduced burden on students.
A crowd of protesters in Patna staged a demonstration near the BPSC office on Thursday, blocking Bailey Road and causing severe traffic jams. Despite announcing the 70th BPSC preliminary exam results, candidates demanded the exam's cancellation, citing irregularities like question paper leaks and last-minute changes. The protest disrupted commuters, and the Patna High Court will hear the case on January 31.
The Biden-Harris administration approved $600 million in student loan forgiveness for 4,550 borrowers through Income-Based Repayment (IBR) and 4,100 borrower defense approvals. By leaving office, it will have provided $188.8 billion in relief for 5.3 million borrowers. Initiatives include fixes to IDR, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and aid for disabled borrowers, benefiting millions across the U.S.
The Railway Recruitment Cell, South East Central Railway (RRC SECR), has announced the 2025 apprentice recruitment for 1007 positions across various divisions. The application process is open from April 5 to May 4, 2025. Candidates with 10th-grade and ITI qualifications can apply for these roles. The selection is based on merit, followed by document verification and a medical exam. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking hands-on experience in the Indian Railways’... Expand
The US State Department's freeze on Fulbright and other scholarship funding has disrupted academic aspirations for thousands, particularly from India. Scholars now face financial strain, stalled research, and uncertain futures. The move impacts STEM and policy students the hardest, weakening global academic ties and shifting the landscape of international education. The long-term effects remain uncertain.