The Trump administration has suspended Peggy Carr, the commissioner of the National Center for Education Statistics, following the release of the latest NAEP report showing a significant decline in US student performance. The 2024 NAEP results revealed the lowest reading and math scores in over two decades, sparking concerns about the disruption of key educational data collection and the impact of recent budget cuts on the nation’s education system.
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The US remains a top destination for Indian students, with over 260,000 enrolled in its universities. While tuition and living costs can be high, some cities offer more affordable education. San Diego, Baltimore, Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Houston stand out for their lower tuition fees and manageable living expenses, helping students pursue quality education without excessive financial strain.
Johns Hopkins University has sold its second D.C. office building, located at 1619 Massachusetts Avenue NW, to Indiana University for $17.5 million. The 56,773-square-foot building will be transformed into a new D.C. campus for Indiana University, offering academic spaces, offices, and dorms for students. This sale follows Johns Hopkins' 2023 consolidation in D.C. and comes after the university’s relocation to 555 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, part of a broader restructuring following financial... Expand
Maharashtra RTE admissions 2025-26: Maharashtra opens the application process for RTE admissions for the 2025 academic year, reserving 25% seats for economically weaker and disadvantaged children. Parents can apply on the official website by January 27, 2025. Applications need to be submitted accurately and within the deadline to avoid disqualification.
V Narayanan, appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO on January 7, 2025, brings nearly four decades of expertise in rocket propulsion. His tenure as Director of ISRO's LPSC has seen groundbreaking advancements in propulsion technology. With a stellar academic background and key contributions to missions like Chandrayaan and Gaganyaan, Narayanan is poised to lead ISRO into an exciting new phase of space exploration.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the results for JEE Main 2025 session 1 for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) on February 11, 2025. With over 12.5 lakh candidates appearing, 14 students achieved a perfect NTA score of 100 percentile. The top scorers represent multiple states across India, with Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi featuring prominently. The results are available on the official NTA website, with registration for the April session now open.
Starting from the 2025-26 academic session, first-year junior college admissions will be centralised and conducted online across Maharashtra. The state government plans to ensure a smooth process by providing training videos and extending existing software to include rural colleges, aiming to simplify the experience for students and parents.
Ivy League admissions in 2025 are more competitive than ever, and many students and parents are making key mistakes that harm their chances. From assuming a 4.0 GPA guarantees admission to overdoing "passion projects," parents are often misled by outdated strategies. This article highlights the top five mistakes and offers practical solutions to improve the application process, helping students stand out with authenticity and strategic planning.
HPPSC has declared the results for the Himachal Pradesh Judicial Service (Preliminary) Examination 2024. Qualified candidates can check their roll numbers online at hppsc.hp.gov.in. The Main Examination will be held from March 30 to April 3, 2025, with e-admit cards available soon on the website. Further details are on the official HPPSC site.
India Post has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) merit list 2025 for Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra. Applicants for the 21,413 vacancies can check their selection status on indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. The recruitment spans multiple states, with selected candidates receiving salaries between Rs 10,000 and Rs 29,380 per month.