President Trump signed an executive order to make English the official language of the United States. This order permits federal agencies to discontinue multilingual services, potentially impacting immigrant communities, bilingual education, and accessibility of essential services for non-English speakers.
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Deloitte’s move to link bonuses to office attendance has sparked debate. While it may boost collaboration, visibility, and teamwork, it also reduces flexibility, adds commuting costs, and raises burnout risks. For employers, it enhances productivity and company culture but may lead to talent loss and higher operational expenses. The policy's true impact remains uncertain.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the AISSEE 2025 city intimation slip on its official website. Candidates appearing for the entrance exam on April 5, 2025, can access their city details by entering their application number and date of birth. However, the slip is not the admit card, which will be issued separately.
The Trump administration’s review of Harvard University’s $9 billion in federal funding has sparked a heated controversy with far-reaching consequences. Aimed at addressing antisemitism on campuses, this review threatens to disrupt not only Harvard’s financial stability but also the university’s research capabilities, student support, and academic autonomy. As federal grants and contracts face scrutiny, students and faculty are bracing for a potential shift in the educational landscape.
Canada has made language proficiency mandatory for Post-Graduate Work Permit applicants. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English or French through standardized tests like IELTS or TEF Canada. The language requirements aim to address labour shortages and ensure graduates can effectively integrate into the Canadian workforce.
President Trump's plan to eliminate the Department of Education faces significant backlash, with 50% of American voters disapproving, according to a Morning Consult survey. The proposal is among Trump's most unpopular actions. While some Republican governors, like Tennessee's Bill Lee, support the move, critics warn of severe impacts on public education, including funding cuts and larger class sizes. The future of US education remains uncertain as Congress prepares to weigh in on the proposal.
The University of Virginia’s board voted unanimously to shut down its DEI office and programs, aligning with the Trump administration’s push against DEI in education. While some initiatives may continue under other departments, the move reflects a broader national rollback of DEI policies. UVA’s president must report compliance progress within 30 days per Governor Youngkin’s directive.
Anna University has extended the registration deadline for TANCET 2025 and CEETA-PG 2025 by one day, now set for March 19, 2025. Candidates can apply online at tancet.annauniv.edu by filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the fee. TANCET is for various postgraduate programs, while CEETA-PG is specifically for MTech admissions at Anna University.
On his 75th birthday, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar handed over appointment letters to 59,028 contractual teachers who cleared Sakshamta Pariksha-2, marking a significant step in improving the state's education system. This historic recruitment drive includes primary, secondary, and higher secondary teachers.
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) will conduct a Class 10 re-exam for Hindi and Science on March 7 and 8, 2025, after canceling the original exams due to a paper leak. The Jharkhand Police has arrested 10 people in connection with the incident. Over 7.84 lakh students are appearing for JAC board exams.