Massachusetts voters recently approved a change to the state's education policy, eliminating the 10th-grade MCAS test as a graduation requirement. While students still need to take the MCAS exams in grades 3-10, passing the 10th-grade exam is no longer required for graduation. This change could affect student motivation and dropout rates, but MCAS will still play a key role in assessing school performance. School officials are working to ensure students and parents understand the new requirements.
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On February 20, 2025, 21 civil servants from the US Digital Service resigned in protest of Elon Musk's tech-driven overhaul of federal services. They cited concerns that Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) would disrupt vital public services like Social Security and student aid. The resignation highlights the risks of talent loss and questions the potential consequences of Musk's reforms, which critics argue could undermine critical systems that millions of Americans depend on.
Tripura CM Manik Saha announced development projects worth around Rs 1000 crore for improving rural educational infrastructure. These include constructing school buildings, additional classrooms, and facilities like toilets, libraries, and laboratories. Major projects are under RIDF, NESIDS, and other schemes, aiming to ensure quality education and modern facilities in rural schools.
The Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) have released the Common Entrance Test (CET) results. Candidates can check and download the PDF merit list for Class 6 and 9 admissions 2025 on rashtriyamilitaryschools.edu.in. Interview call letters for shortlisted candidates will be accessible via the candidate login panel starting today, January 28, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
NTA will soon release the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 admit cards on jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam is scheduled for April 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, and 9, with two shifts—9 AM to 12 PM and 3 PM to 6 PM. On April 8, it will be held only in the evening shift.
Liang Wenfeng, the founder of DeepSeek, has redefined the AI landscape, surpassing even ChatGPT to become the most downloaded app in the U.S. With a solid engineering foundation from Zhejiang University, he transitioned from finance to tech, creating a disruptive AI platform that’s reshaping global markets. DeepSeek’s rapid rise challenges the status quo, highlighting China’s growing influence in the tech world.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will soon announce the examination dates for the RRB NTPC Exam 2025, expected in March and April 2025. RRB aims to fill 8,113 graduate-level and 3,445 undergraduate-level posts. The registration process was from September 13 to October 27, 2024, with a correction window open from October 23 to November 6, 2024.
Union Bank of India has extended the Apprentice registration deadline to March 12, 2025, with applications open since February 19, 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 2,691 vacancies, requiring applicants to have graduated on or after April 1, 2021. The one-year apprenticeship includes hands-on training, a ₹15,000 stipend, and an assessment test for certification.
Trump's plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education threatens the future of its $1.64 trillion student loan portfolio. With staff cuts and the end of affordable repayment plans, 33 million borrowers face uncertainty. The financial arm of the department, which manages trillions in loans, could face new defaults and a reduction in services. As the Education Department undergoes restructuring, the future of student loans and the support available to borrowers is increasingly uncertain.
NTA has released NIFTEE 2025 admit cards for various programs, including B Des, B FTech, M Des, M FM, M FTech, and NLEA courses. Candidates can download them from exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT using their Application No. and Date of Birth. The official notice advises candidates to check instructions and download the undertaking along with the admit card.