Parents in Bengaluru and other major cities are grappling with steep private school fee hikes, with increases ranging from 10% to 30%. Schools justify these hikes by citing operational costs, teacher salary revisions, and post-pandemic financial recovery. However, parents argue these hikes are excessive and unfair, leading to protests and calls for better regulatory oversight.
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The Times Higher Education (THE) has unveiled the World University Reputation Rankings 2025, highlighting the most esteemed global institutions. Harvard University leads for the 14th consecutive year, followed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). U.S. universities continue to dominate, with Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and Princeton securing top positions. The rankings reflect vote counts, pairwise comparisons, and voter diversity.
The extended registration window for the AISSEE 2025 will close today, January 23, 2025. Parents can apply for Class 6 and 9 exams until 5 pm on the official website. The application fee submission deadline is January 24, and the correction window will open on January 26, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The Delhi Directorate of Education (DoE) will hold the first draw of lots for EWS and DG category admissions for the 2025-26 session on March 5, 2025. The computerised draw will be conducted transparently at 2:30 PM. With 2.5 lakh applications for 38,000 seats, selected students must complete admission formalities within the stipulated timeframe after verification.
A Texas school district, Alice ISD, warned parents via Facebook about U.S. Border Patrol agents potentially boarding school buses at highway checkpoints to check students' citizenship status. The letter, later removed, highlighted the district's efforts to address the situation, including possible chaperones for buses. The warning reflects broader concerns over stricter immigration enforcement under the Trump administration.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified that the APAAR ID is not mandatory for NEET UG 2025 registrations, despite a recent notice encouraging candidates to link their Aadhar details and APAAR ID. Though not required, APAAR ID offers advantages such as streamlined applications, faster attendance verification, and enhanced identity protection. Candidates are encouraged to explore resources available for creating an APAAR ID.
UPSC has opened the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2024 DAF-II link. Eligible candidates can submit the form on upsc.gov.in until January 27, 2025. A total of 370 candidates have qualified for the Personality Test. The IFS Mains exams were conducted from November 24 to December 1, 2024. Candidates can check the direct link for UPSC IFS Mains DAF - II here.
A new generation of immigrant billionaires, many of whom entered the US through the H-1B visa program, are driving innovation and reshaping industries. From Rajiv Jain’s rise in finance to Jayshree Ullal’s success in tech, these individuals have contributed immensely to the US economy. Their journeys highlight the essential role of H-1B visas in attracting global talent and fostering entrepreneurship, ultimately benefiting the US tech and business landscape.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started CUET UG 2025 registration from March 1 at cuet.nta.nic.in. The application window closes on March 22, with fee payment open until March 23. The correction window runs from March 24–26. CUET UG 2025 is scheduled from May 8 to June 1, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The Krispy Kreme Challenge at North Carolina State University combines fitness and philanthropy. Participants run 5 miles, eating 12 doughnuts along the way, all in under an hour. Since 2004, it has raised over $2 million for the UNC Children’s Hospital. The 2025 event is scheduled for February 1.