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.
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the registration for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (1), 2025, today, December 31. Eligible candidates can submit their applications via the official UPSC website. The process involves One Time Registration (OTR) followed by filling out the application form, uploading documents, and paying the fee.
Forty-five major US universities are under federal investigation for their past affiliations with The PhD Project, a nonprofit focused on diversifying business education. The investigation, part of the Trump administration's broader DEI crackdown, accuses these institutions of racial discrimination linked to the nonprofit's programs. Several universities have already severed ties with the organization, fearing potential loss of federal funding. The probe has sparked widespread concern about the... Expand
A record 1.3 million Indian students pursued overseas education in 2024, drawn by better prospects and global exposure. While Canada, the US, and the UK remain popular, Germany and Poland are emerging as affordable alternatives. Students are increasingly opting for data science, public health, and nursing, facilitated by hybrid learning and financial aid.
The Kerala Legislative Assembly passed the Private Universities Bill, allowing private universities in the state. Education Minister R Bindu endorsed the Bill, highlighting regulatory measures. Opposition leaders raised concerns about its impacts on public universities, student migration, and education commercialization. Despite objections, the Bill was approved and now awaits the Governor's consent.
IIT Roorkee will soon release the GATE 2025 answer key on the official website gate2025.iitr.ac.in. Candidates can download it and raise objections with evidence if needed. To access the answer key, visit the website, log in, and download it. You can also challenge the key with proper documentation. Stay updated through the official site for any changes.
AI is reshaping U.S. classrooms, but concerns over its impact on reading skills are growing. A RAND Corporation survey found that 40% of English teachers now use AI tools, raising questions about declining reading proficiency. As students rely on AI-generated summaries, deep reading, critical thinking, and writing skills may suffer. Experts urge a balanced approach to AI in education.
The Maharashtra CET Cell has announced that the Maha CET 2025 for BCA/BBA/BMS/BBM/MBA(integrated)/MCA(integrated) course is compulsory. The online registration is open from February 2 to 10, 2025 on cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates must complete their applications before the deadline. Candidates can check the official notice here.
A retest for 12,000 candidates from the Bihar PSC's December 13 exam, amid question paper leak allegations, began Saturday at 22 centres in Patna. The exam, held for the 70th Combined Competitive Examination, is taking place under strict guidelines to ensure safety. Around 8,200 candidates had downloaded admit cards by the exam's start.
The NTA has released the admit cards for the NITTT March 2025 exam. Candidates can download them from nittt.nta.ac.in. The exam will be held on March 22, 23, 29, and 30, 2025, in two shifts: 10 AM–1 PM and 2:30 PM–5:30 PM, with 100 objective-type questions in a 3-hour duration. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NIFTEE 2025 exam city intimation slip on January 31, 2025. Candidates can access it via exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT. The exam is set for February 9, 2025, in both CBT and PBT modes across India. Aspirants should note that this slip only indicates the exam city, while the admit card will be issued later.