US President Donald Trump has introduced stricter Public Service Loan Forgiveness rules, barring nonprofit workers linked to immigration and other "improper" activities from loan relief. Critics call it unconstitutional, while legal battles loom. The move reverses Biden-era expansions that benefited over 1 million borrowers. As restrictions take effect, advocacy groups prepare to challenge the policy.
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The Board of School Education, Haryana (HBSE) has revised the exam schedule for both class 10 and 12. Students can view and download the updated timetable on the official website, bseh.org.in. Key changes include revised dates for subjects like Hindi, Social Science, Mathematics for class 10, and Chemistry, Accountancy, Political Science for class 12. Students are advised to follow the new exam dates.
RPSC has announced the RAS Prelims Exam 2024 will be held on February 2, 2025, from 12 noon to 3 pm. Admit cards will be available on January 30, 2025. Registered candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in, once released. Candidates can check the official notice here.
The Trump administration’s federal employee buyout plan, offering eight months of salary for voluntary resignations, has sparked controversy, especially within the Education Department. Concerns over legal safeguards have led to intense scrutiny from lawmakers and unions. A federal judge has temporarily halted the deadline, while the Department of Government Efficiency investigates. Meanwhile, Trump signals a push for major education policy restructuring.
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has officially released the exam schedule for the 2025 Class 10 and 12 board examinations. The Class 10 exams will be held from 6 March to 1 April 2025, commencing with English, while the Class 12 exams will take place from 6 March to 5 April 2025. Students are advised to review the complete timetable provided here and plan their preparations accordingly.
DeepSeek, a new AI player, is shaking up the industry, with its rapid rise impacting Nvidia's market cap and catching the attention of Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Its open-source platform offers aspiring coders a cost-effective, flexible tool to experiment and develop AI models. DeepSeek's rise presents a valuable opportunity for developers to dive into AI without significant costs.
State Bank of India (SBI) has issued admit cards for the Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) interviews, available until January 31, 2025. The interviews for Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager roles are scheduled for January 17 and January 20, 2025, respectively. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,497 vacancies. Visit sbi.co.in for details and the steps to download the admit cards.
When winter storms strike, U.S. schools must carefully decide whether to cancel or delay classes. The decision involves monitoring weather forecasts, assessing road conditions, and ensuring safe travel for students and staff. Transportation departments and weather experts play a key role in this process. Ultimately, the safety of students is the top priority. While snow days may disrupt schedules, school closures are made to protect everyone from hazardous winter conditions.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release the JEE Mains 2025 Session 2 City Intimation Slip in the third week of March. Available on jeemain.nta.nic.in, the slip provides candidates with exam city details and exam dates. The actual exam centre will be mentioned in the admit card. Candidates should prepare to carry necessary documents and items to the exam hall. Visit the official website for updates and further information.
Many STEM graduates face a challenging decision between pursuing stable, high-paying corporate roles or navigating limited, underfunded opportunities in progressive fields. Despite dreams of creating social impact, many feel constrained by financial pressures, limited options, and conflicting values. A broader, interdisciplinary approach to STEM education could help bridge the gap and inspire meaningful change.
The State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh, has begun online registration for AP POLYCET 2025 at polycetap.nic.in. Candidates can apply until April 15, 2025. The exam is scheduled for April 30, 2025, and admit cards will be issued one week before the exam, as per the official website.