How the return on investment (ROI) of US higher education varies based on degree choice and field of study. It reveals that degrees in fields such as engineering, computer science, and nursing tend to provide higher ROI, with lifetime earnings often exceeding $500,000. In contrast, degrees in arts, education, and psychology may offer minimal financial returns. The report highlights the importance of selecting the right degree for maximising future financial benefits.
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UPSC will close the Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2025 registration today, March 10. The exam is set for July 20, 2025. Candidates must pay an application fee based on their category. Eligibility includes having completed MBBS and meeting age and physical standards. Form corrections are allowed from March 12-18, except for specific details.
Central Board of Secondary Education will likely declare Class 10 and 12 results for 2025 soon. Students can check scores on cbse.gov.in. Results will also be available on DigiLocker and UMANG app. Past trends suggest results between mid and late May. Students need roll number to view results. Digital mark sheets will be on DigiLocker.
SSC announced the SSC CGL 2024 final result on March 12, sparking concerns among candidates over alleged discrepancies in the normalisation process. Many claim that some candidates with lower raw marks received disproportionately higher scores. Frustrated aspirants have taken to social media, demanding the immediate release of the final answer key and clarification from SSC.
Bank of Baroda has announced its recruitment drive for 146 professional roles across India. The online application process begins on March 26, 2025, and will close on April 15, 2025. Various positions are available, including Senior Relationship Manager, Group Head, and Wealth Strategist, with salaries ranging from ?6 LPA to ?28 LPA. Candidates can apply based on specific eligibility criteria, with a selection process involving shortlisting, interviews, and document verification.
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The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) identified nine cases of cheating and 14 instances of impersonation on the first day of the UP Board Class 10 and 12 exams, held on February 24, 2025. Most cheating cases were reported in Farrukhabad, while dummy candidates were caught across multiple districts. Authorities have intensified surveillance and warned of strict action under the Uttar Pradesh Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024 to curb malpractices.
The Trump administration has offered voluntary buyouts to over 2 million federal employees in a bid to cut government spending, potentially eliminating up to 200,000 jobs. This proposed reduction would mark the largest government downsizing in US history, surpassing even major corporate layoffs. Critics warn of disruptions to public services, while supporters argue the move will increase efficiency and reduce costs. The plan could save up to $100 billion but has sparked significant political... Expand
The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) held Class 10 and 12 exams from February 24 to March 12, 2025, with 54.37 lakh students registering. Results for both classes are pending and expected in the second half of April. Students can check upmsp.edu.in for updates once the results are announced. Further details will follow.
The CUET UG 2025 application window is closing soon, with the deadline set for March 22, 2025 (11:50 PM). Candidates must complete their registrations on cuet.nta.nic.in before the cutoff. The exam will be conducted from May 8 to June 1, 2025, in CBT mode. An application correction window will be available from March 24 to March 26, 2025.