President Donald Trump's announcement of new travel restrictions has caused uncertainty among international students in the US With the potential impact on students from affected countries, many are seeking guidance from their universities. However, limited communication from institutions like Harvard has left students feeling unsupported. As Trump finalizes the travel ban, international students face an unclear future, with many left questioning how the new policies will affect their academic status and ability to remain in the country.
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The US Department of State has begun revoking student visas based on political engagement, including social media activity. An AI-driven initiative, ‘Catch and Revoke,’ has led to hundreds of deportations, targeting students who liked or shared politically sensitive content. This crackdown raises concerns about free speech, digital surveillance, and the implications of AI in immigration enforcement.
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants protested on Monday, demanding the cancellation of the December 13 BPSC 70th CCE 2024 over an alleged question paper leak. While the commission ruled out a complete cancellation, it announced a re-examination for candidates at the Bapu Pariksha Parisar center on January 4, 2025. Police baton-charged protesters who disrupted traffic near the BPSC office.
As Trump’s DEI deadline approaches, schools across the US face a critical decision—comply or resist. With federal funding at stake, some institutions are swiftly dismantling DEI initiatives, while others stand firm, questioning the directive’s legal basis. As enforcement challenges arise, the debate intensifies: Will this reshape education for fairness or deepen disparities?
The Telangana Council of Higher Education has started online registration for TS LAWCET and TS PGLCET 2025 at lawcet.tgche.ac.in. Candidates can apply until April 15, 2025. Hall tickets will be released on May 30, and the exams are scheduled for June 6, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link and other details here.
Symbiosis International University (SIU), Pune, will announce the SNAP 2024 Result today, January 8, 2025, at 1 PM. Candidates can visit the official website, snaptest.org, to check and download their results using their SNAP ID and password once released. Check important details here.
The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has extended the registration deadline for the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) 2025 to March 24, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply through comedk.org. Applicants must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in Class 12 and meet the required percentage criteria. The registration fee is ₹1,950, while those taking both COMEDK UGET and Uni-GAUGE must pay ₹3,200.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released its 2025 exam calendar on January 28, 2025. Candidates can download the schedule from the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in. Key dates include the Combined State Agricultural Service (Main) Exam on March 23, 2025, and the Combined State/Senior Subordinate Services Preliminary Exam on October 12, 2025. Streamlined preparation is recommended.
The US Department of Justice's new policy prioritizes immigration-related prosecutions, placing employers who hire undocumented workers or H-1B visa holders under intense scrutiny. The February 5, 2025 memo directs federal prosecutors to pursue criminal charges for violations of immigration laws, including harboring or employing undocumented individuals. As the DOJ tightens enforcement, businesses face heightened legal risks and penalties, especially small business owners and companies with... Expand
A group of 20 Democratic-led states, along with the District of Columbia, have filed a lawsuit to block President Trump's plan to cut 1,300 jobs at the US Department of Education. The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, March 13, 2025, claims the layoffs would dismantle the department, impair its core functions, and affect crucial services like federal student loan oversight and civil rights enforcement. The states are seeking an injunction to halt the proposed cuts and prevent the department's... Expand