Trump’s proposal to shift the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office from the Department of Education to the Small Business Administration (SBA) marks a significant policy shift. He argues that student loan management should not fall under the Education Department’s domain. However, the plan faces major hurdles, including congressional approval and concerns over potential disruptions to the student loan system.
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The Haryana State Board of Technical Education (HSBTE) is expected to release the semester results for diploma courses held in December 2024 online by the last week of February 2025. Students can check their subject-wise scores and overall qualifying status on the official website, hsbte.org.in.
The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2025 is scheduled for tomorrow, January 5, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Candidates must download their admit cards from xatonline.in and arrive at the exam center an hour early with their admit card and a valid ID. Candidates can check the exam pattern and other important details here.
Maharashtra's IT Minister Ashish Shelar announced the development of the state's AI policy, emphasizing that AI complements, rather than substitutes, traditional education. This initiative aligns with India's National Education Policy and Prime Minister Modi's vision. Amidst concerns on job displacement, he assured the policy aims to balance technological advancements with safeguarding education, employment, and cybersecurity.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has declared the FMGE December 2024 results for the exam held on January 12, 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official website, natboard.edu.in. Individual scorecards will be available from January 27, 2025. Full marks were awarded for a technically incorrect question, and seven results remain under review.
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has begun the registration for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 on February 6. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be held in May for UG and PG courses. Registration closes on March 10, 2025. Applications for MBA, MTech, and other programs are open until May 31, 2025.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has begun the registration process for 53,749 Group D (Class IV) vacancies, with applications open until April 19, 2025. The recruitment exam will be held from September 18 to 21, 2025, featuring 120 questions across four sections. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) and pay the application fee to apply.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the pillars of India's future investment: education, skill, and healthcare. He highlighted the transformation of the education system, including the National Education Policy and AI integration. Over 3 crore youth have received skill training, with industry-academia collaboration being crucial. The PM also mentioned adding medical seats to meet healthcare needs.
The Trump administration has escalated its efforts to reduce the federal workforce, setting a March 13 deadline for agencies to submit plans for large-scale layoffs. The cuts could affect thousands of workers and lead to the elimination of positions, with some agencies, like the EPA, potentially reducing staff by up to 65%. Despite facing opposition, the administration's push to streamline government operations could significantly impact federal services and job security for civil service... Expand
The UGC NET 2025 result is expected by the end of February or early March, following past trends of releasing results 30-45 days after exams. The December 2024 exam was held from January 3-27, with the provisional answer key released on January 31. Candidates can check their results on the official UGC NET website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in.