Donald Trump’s latest political maneuver targets the Department of Education, reviving a long-standing conservative push to weaken its influence. While only Congress can abolish the agency, Trump’s executive orders could erode its power from within. As legal, political, and constitutional challenges mount, his actions spark a fierce debate: reform or federal overreach?
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The Bar Council of India (BCI) has opened the re-evaluation window for AIBE 19 OMR sheets. Candidates can apply online through allindiabarexamination.com by April 10, paying a ₹500 fee. Only online submissions will be accepted. Applicants must follow the specified steps to complete the process. Regular updates are available on the official website.
State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the SBI PO 2024 preliminary exam dates for March 8, 16, and 24, 2025. The recruitment drive aims to fill 600 Probationary Officer vacancies. The preliminary exam will be online, comprising three sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability, each with a 20-minute duration, totaling one hour.
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) has sparked controversy after paying outgoing president Joseph Shepard a $1.9 million buyout despite legal efforts by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez to block it. The payment followed an investigation into Shepard’s misuse of public funds, including $363,000 in questionable expenses. The state’s legal challenge continues as the payout draws sharp criticism over the misuse of taxpayer money. WNMU defends the agreement, calling the transaction... Expand
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.
The US Supreme Court has agreed to review a controversial case that could shape the future of religious charter schools. The case involves Oklahoma's proposed St. Isidore of Seville Virtual Charter School, which seeks public funding despite its Catholic affiliation. The Oklahoma Supreme Court had previously blocked the school, citing First Amendment concerns, but now the high court will decide if public funds can be allocated to a religiously affiliated charter school.
The US Department of Education is investigating over 50 colleges, including Cornell and NYU, for alleged Title VI violations related to race-based scholarships and segregation. Schools must comply with civil rights laws or risk losing federal funding, as seen with Columbia University. The Trump administration’s strict stance may lead to significant policy shifts in education.
Delhi Sarvodaya Vidyalaya Admission 2025: The admission process for nursery, KG, and Class 1 in Delhi Sarvodaya Vidyalayas for the 2025-26 academic session has started on March 1, 2025, and will end on March 15, 2025. Parents must submit necessary documents, and the computerized draw for admissions will occur on March 20, 2025.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik highlighted the significance of higher and technical education at the 22nd Higher and Technical Education Conference. He emphasized the transformative impact of the National Education Policy 2020, which focuses on skill development, entrepreneurship, and practical learning, aiming to bridge the gap between education and industry needs.