An explosion in a manhole at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, caused underground fires and widespread power outages, prompting evacuations. The university announced an early spring break, closing campus for the remainder of the week. Authorities are investigating the cause, advising students to stay updated and avoid traveling at night for safety.
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The SSC has released the tentative answer key and response sheet for the SSC SI 2024 Paper 2 exam. Candidates can check it at ssc.gov.in. The exam was held on March 8, 2025. Challenges can be submitted online from March 12 to March 15, 2025, with a fee of Rs. 100 per challenge.
BJP MPs from Telangana urged Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to save 400 acres of ecologically and culturally significant land near Hyderabad Central University from being auctioned by the Telangana government. The lawmakers stressed the area's rich biodiversity, including unique rock formations and rare species, and the necessity for environmental conservation over commercial development.
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has announced the date sheet for the Class 10th and 12th exams for the soft zone areas in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The exams will start from February 15, 2025, and end by March 19, 2025, with both morning and evening shifts. Students are advised to download the official date sheet and ensure they follow the instructions regarding exam conduct and materials allowed.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has issued the exam city slip for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 2 Exam 2024. Candidates can login to their account on the official website of SSC to check and download the same. Check the official notice and the direct link to download here.
Idaho's new law, which forces libraries to segregate books deemed "harmful to minors" into adult-only sections, is facing a major lawsuit from publishers, libraries, and schools. Plaintiffs argue that the law infringes on First Amendment rights and restricts access to valuable educational materials. This legal challenge reflects a growing national debate over book bans, with similar laws being enacted in other states, leading to widespread concerns over access to literature for students and the... Expand
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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.
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Indian professionals are increasingly turning to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program for US permanent residency amid H-1B visa uncertainties. This program requires a significant investment in US businesses, offering a more predictable pathway to a green card for investors and their families, compared to the traditional H-1B route.
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