The UGC has invited applications from HEIs for recognition to offer ODL and online programmes for the 2025-26 academic year. The application window is open from March 13 to April 3, 2025, via deb.ugc.ac.in. Hard copies must be submitted by April 15, 2025. Visit the UGC DEB website for details.
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The Assam Gunotsav Result 2025 was announced on March 27 by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma at Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, Guwahati. Covering 44,077 schools and 38,98,945 students, the sixth edition of this SSA-led assessment saw 11,594 schools earn A+ grades. Tablets were distributed to 4,320 students, and Rs 25,000 awarded to top schools. Results are accessible online at gunotsav2025.in using the UDISE code, marking a significant step in enhancing Assam’s educational quality.
AIIMS Delhi will close the NORCET-8 registration window today, March 17, 2025. Candidates can apply at aiimsexams.ac.in. The exam’s Stage 1 is on April 12, and Stage 2 on May 2. A total of 1,794 nursing officer positions are available across 23 institutes, including AIIMS and other colleges. Candidates can find the direct link here.
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) is set to begin Class 10 and Class 12 board exams on February 27, with over 14.28 lakh students participating across the state. Strict measures, including CCTV surveillance and mobile phone bans, are in place to ensure fairness and prevent malpractices.
In 2024, India's education system saw significant improvements with Indian universities rising in global rankings. To address financial burdens and improve accessibility, the government introduced initiatives like PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme, ONOS, PM SHRI Schools, interest subvention, and PM Internship Scheme, focusing on quality and inclusive education.
RRB has extended the deadline for Group D Recruitment 2025 applications to March 1. Candidates can now apply for 32,438 Level 1 vacancies. The salary ranges between ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh per annum, with several perks and allowances enhancing the package.
The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has released the 2025 date sheet for Class 10 and 12 exams. Scheduled to start on March 4, 2025, the exams will include a wide range of subjects for both regular and State Open School candidates. Key subjects like Hindi, Mathematics, and Science will be tested alongside vocational courses under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF), providing a comprehensive assessment for all students.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) has opened the online registration window for WBJEE 2025. Eligible candidates can register on the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in, until February 23, 2025. The examination will be held on April 27, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.
The NEET MDS 2025 application correction window will close on March 16, 2025. Candidates can make corrections on the official website, natboard.edu.in. The correction process is in two phases, with the second phase from March 27 to March 31. Candidates can modify certain fields like category and PwD status, but changes to name, test city, nationality, mobile number, and email ID are not allowed. The NEET MDS exam is scheduled for April 19, 2025.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), established in 1975, is falling short in addressing the needs of today's students with disabilities. As the law struggles with inefficiencies and outdated practices, experts are calling for urgent reform. Issues like ineffective inclusion practices, burdensome paperwork, and high costs for support staff are hindering student success. Advocates propose solutions such as better teacher training, co-teaching models, and streamlining IEP... Expand
The University of Alabama is under federal investigation for alleged "race-based segregation" and "impermissible race-based scholarships." It is among seven universities facing similar allegations, with 45 others accused of race-exclusionary practices. The probe targets diversity programs like the PhD Project. Legal challenges are mounting, potentially reshaping affirmative action and race-conscious policies in U.S. education.