With layoffs hitting major companies like Meta and even federal government agencies, workers must take proactive steps to secure their careers. Experts advise evaluating long-term goals, preparing a thorough handover plan, aligning with management on departure narratives, and preparing early for job market competition. As reported by Forbes, taking these steps can help workers navigate uncertainty and maximize opportunities during challenging times, whether they face voluntary or involuntary job cuts.
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The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the schedule for the DNB Post Diploma Centralised Entrance Test (PDCET) 2025. The computer-based exam will be held on March 25, 2025, across multiple centers. Registrations start on January 30, 2025. The DNB programme includes two years of training followed by a final exam. Check important dates here.
Weber State University is overhauling its College of Education due to state-imposed budget cuts, eliminating the dean's position and merging departments. Utah lawmakers approved $60 million in higher education cuts, with Weber State losing $6.7 million. Critics cite "administrative bloat," while faculty fear job losses and declining education quality, as reported by The Salt Lake Tribune.
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The State Bank of India (SBI) is hiring for Concurrent Auditor positions, offering 1,194 vacancies for retired officers of SBI and its former Associates. The application process is open from February 18 to March 15, 2025, through the official SBI website. The selection includes shortlisting and an interview, with final rankings based on interview scores and age in case of ties.
President Trump signed an executive order on January 29, 2025, aimed at deporting non-citizen students involved in pro-Palestinian protests, citing rising antisemitism on U.S. campuses. The order directs the Justice Department to address violence against Jews linked to these protests. Civil rights groups oppose the move, calling it unconstitutional and a violation of free speech. Legal challenges are expected as the order could significantly impact U.S. higher education and immigrant students'... Expand
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A recent report reveals that 60% of students from premier engineering schools do not have job offers, highlighting a gap between campus hiring and student expectations. While business schools attract large recruiter interest, engineering and arts students face fewer opportunities. The report suggests that traditional campus recruitment may be ineffective, urging employers to adapt by embracing off-campus drives and digital platforms to better meet the aspirations of today’s graduates.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for the JEE Main 2025 exam on February 10. 12 questions, primarily from physics, were dropped. Candidates can check the answer key on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Full marks will be awarded for dropped or incorrect questions. The exam was held from January 22 to 30, 2025.
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