The Trump administration's Justice Department is demanding the resignation of University of Virginia President James E. Ryan as part of a civil rights investigation into the school’s DEI programs. According to The New York Times, federal funding is at risk, and the push reflects a broader campaign to reshape US higher education. The demand, driven by conservative legal groups and top DOJ officials, is an unprecedented attempt to tie leadership changes to compliance with federal directives.
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Patliputra University, Patna has announced the Part III results for B.Com and B.Sc courses for the 2022–2025 academic session. The exams were held from April 21 to April 30, 2025. Students can access their results via the official website, ppup.ac.in, by entering their roll number and parent’s name. BA results are still awaited. Detailed subject-wise marks and personal information are included in the marksheet. Students are advised to verify all details carefully after downloading.
Harvard University's resistance to the Trump administration's demands over admissions and hiring policies is a critical defense of academic freedom and democracy in US education. Professors Ryan D. Enos and Steven Levitsky warn that conceding to federal pressure would set a dangerous precedent, undermining constitutional rights and allowing ideological interference in private universities. The battle at Harvard symbolizes a broader threat to democratic institutions and the independence of higher... Expand
New York City's elite specialized public high schools face potential upheaval as socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani targets the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT). Mamdani aims to abolish the merit-based exam to address segregation and inequality. However, critics warn this move could harm low-income talented students who depend on the test to access top-tier education. The debate highlights a critical challenge in balancing equity and academic excellence in the US education... Expand
Despite low official unemployment figures, a deeper crisis looms: 24.3% of working-age Americans are “functionally unemployed,” according to LISEP. This includes those in low-wage or involuntary part-time work. The data reveals stark gender and racial disparities, challenging the illusion of economic recovery and raising urgent questions about what truly counts as employment in today's America.
Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Technician Recruitment 2025 notification. It offers 6,180 positions across India. There are openings for Technician Grade 1 Signal and Technician Grade 3. The online application starts on June 28, 2025. The deadline for application is July 28, 2025. Candidates can apply through rrbapply.gov.in. Applicants must check eligibility criteria.
National Testing Agency has issued the admit cards for University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test. The exam is scheduled for June 25, 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The admit card contains exam timing, center address, and candidate details. Applicants must carry a printed copy and a valid photo ID.
Rutherford County, North Carolina, is considering closing up to three schools to address a $6.1 million budget shortfall for the 2025 school year. The proposed closures include facilities serving at-risk and underserved students, sparking concerns about long-term impacts on education and community well-being. Former teacher Jeff Cantrell, in comments to WLOS, warned of increased dropout and incarceration rates if alternative education programs are cut. The situation highlights broader challenges... Expand
Harvard Kennedy School is proactively addressing visa and travel challenges by offering international students options like remote learning with global in-person sessions or a study-away program at the University of Toronto's Munk School. This initiative aims to shield students from geopolitical disruptions, ensuring they can continue their education and earn a Harvard degree despite potential barriers.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will conduct a state-wide workshop on June 28, 2025, for UGCET-qualified candidates. The session aims to guide students through the KCET counselling and seat allotment process. It will be held across government, aided, and VTU-affiliated colleges to ensure transparency, clarify option entry, and help students make informed admission choices.
National Testing Agency will soon announce the CUET UG 2025 results. Candidates can check results on cuet.samarth.ac.in and cuet.nta.nic.in. The final answer key will also be released. Scorecards will show subject-wise marks and percentile. There is no centralised counselling. Students must apply to individual universities. Universities will release cut-off lists based on CUET scores. Keep checking university websites for updates.