A significant rise of 26% in American applications for UK citizenship was recorded in 2024, with political factors, particularly Donald Trump's return to presidency, as key drivers. Changes in UK tax policies have also influenced this surge, highlighting complex motivations for citizenship selection.
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IP University in New Delhi has extended application deadlines for its programs due to student demand. The new deadline for entrance exam-based programs is April 11, 2025, while programs relying on national tests or qualifying exam merit now have until April 30, 2025. Previously set for March 31, 2025, the extension aims to accommodate applicants. Details are available on www.ipu.ac.in and www.ipu.admissions.nic.in, ensuring broader access to the university's offerings.
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the Group 2 Mains Answer Key 2025 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on its official website, psc.ap.gov.in. Candidates can raise objections from February 25 to 27, 2025, online. The exam was held on February 23, 2025, to fill 905 vacancies for various posts.
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the global importance of India's research, urging adoption of work from Indian labs. She highlighted patents' transformative potential and the goal of attracting international students to India's higher education institutions. Key awards were presented for innovations in quantum technology and cancer research, underscoring India's scientific achievements and the aim to become a knowledge superpower.
CTET 2024 answer key: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the answer key and response sheets for the CTET December 2024 session. Candidates can raise objections until January 5, 2025, for a fee of ₹1,000 per question. To pass the CTET, candidates need to score at least 60%.
The Dehradun District Magistrate declared a holiday for schools and anganwadis on January 28, 2025, due to PM Modi's visit for the 38th National Games. The games will be inaugurated in Dehradun at 6 PM after Modi’s program in Bhubaneswar. Check details here.
Rural school districts in California face a financial crisis after the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act was cut from the federal budget. This program, which distributed $35.8 million to 39 counties last year, helped fund essential services like after-school programs and school repairs. The bill's failure in the U.S. House has left rural districts at risk of staff layoffs and program cuts, leading to an uncertain future for many high-need students.
The Texas Dream Act, passed in 2001, allows eligible undocumented students to pay in-state tuition at public colleges. If repealed, Texas could lose over $461 million annually, with thousands of students forced out of higher education. This could reduce university enrollments, worsen workforce shortages, and weaken the state’s economy, impacting both students and institutions.
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea challenging the reduction in attempts for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE)-Advanced from three to two. The plea, filed by advocate Sanjeet Kumar Trivedi, claims the change was arbitrary and unfair, affecting students' opportunities for IIT admissions. It requests the court to set aside the November 18, 2024, notification altering the eligibility criteria.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin accused Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan of "blackmail" for threatening to withhold funds until the state accepts the National Education Policy (NEP) and the three-language formula. Stalin rejected the imposition, calling it unacceptable. The controversy escalated as BJP's K Annamalai defended the policy, while Tamil Nadu officials urged Pradhan to release owed funds.