The Trump administration's efforts to dismantle the US Department of Education have sparked concerns over the future of educational equity. With proposed workforce cuts and shifts in responsibilities, advocates fear that the federal government will no longer adequately protect vulnerable students, including those from low-income backgrounds, racial minorities, and students with disabilities. The loss of oversight may exacerbate educational inequalities, particularly in states that rely heavily on federal funding for public schools, raising alarms for future generations.
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The Trump administration has dismantled the online application for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, affecting millions of student loan borrowers. This sudden move has caused confusion and potential financial hardship for enrollees. Advocacy groups and Democratic lawmakers are urging immediate reinstatement of the application process, highlighting the severe impact on borrowers dependent on these plans.
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.
The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, has released the SLPRB Assam Police Constable Result 2025 for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) on March 12, 2025. Candidates can check their results on slprbassam.in for various positions, including Constable (UB and AB), Boatman, Havildar, and Emergency Rescuer. Cut-off marks for different posts are also available on the official website.
The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TSBIE) has released hall tickets for the Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2025. Students appearing for the 1st and 2nd-year exams can download their admit cards from tgbie.cgg.gov.in. The 1st-year exams will be held from March 5 to March 24, 2025, while the 2nd-year exams are scheduled from March 6 to March 25, 2025.
Kentucky students have filed a lawsuit against the state, claiming that the education funding gap between wealthy and poor districts violates their constitutional rights. The lawsuit seeks to address declining state education funding, inequities in per-student spending, and inadequate resources in poorer districts. The case, which follows a landmark 1989 ruling, aims to ensure that all Kentucky children receive an adequate, equitable education. The legal challenge is expected to ultimately reach... Expand
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Atal Incubation Centre (AIC)-GGSIPU and Laghu Udyog Bharati (LUB) signed an MoU to enhance the capabilities of MSMEs. The partnership focuses on digital transformation, sustainable manufacturing, and the promotion of green technologies aligned with Net Zero goals. The collaboration will provide MSMEs with technological solutions, research insights, and policy advocacy through the Knowledge Bank Initiative, aiming to improve decision-making and strengthen market linkages.