Immigration attorneys are advising work visa holders, including H-1B professionals, to avoid traveling outside the US due to increased delays and heightened immigration scrutiny. Recent changes in visa renewal processes, secondary inspections, and extreme vetting procedures have caused significant disruptions. H-1B holders could face months of delays if their visas are sent back for re-adjudication. Experts suggest contingency plans, such as working remotely, to mitigate career setbacks while waiting for visa approval.
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The NTA has released admit cards for the UGC NET December 2024 exam scheduled on January 9, 2025. Candidates can download them from ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Earlier, admit cards were issued for exams on January 3, 6, 7, and 8. NTA will conduct UGC NET December 2024 exam between January 3-16, 2025, covering 85 subjects across multiple dates.
IIT Roorkee has released the GATE 2025 scorecards today, March 28, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam can download their scorecards from the official website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. The scorecards will remain valid until March 2028, and can be used for MTech/PhD admissions and PSU recruitment. Candidates are advised to download the scorecards by May 31, 2025. Detailed steps for downloading the scorecard are available on the official website.
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore has updated the schedule for the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) 2025, essential for MTech admissions and PSU recruitment via GATE 2025. Eligible candidates with a valid GATE score can participate in multiple decision-making rounds. The revised schedule outlines key dates, offering choices like "Accept and Freeze" or "Retain and Wait."
The United States grapples with a surge in school shootings, especially in California, Texas, and Florida. New gun laws in several states aim to curb violence, but the effectiveness of stricter regulations remains debated due to legal, cultural, and political challenges, including the Second Amendment and enforcement issues.
Mumbai reported no cases of copying on the first day of the HSC board exams, while 42 cases were reported statewide, with over 50% from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The Maharashtra State Board enhanced monitoring and preventive measures to ensure fair conduct, including drone surveillance, CCTV, and a sensitization drive among students.
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a public notice entailing the statistical information about the qualified candidates for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) December exam. The notice mentions details about the number of appeared candidates and the number of registered candidates. It also mentions that the mark sheets and certificates would be made available for download shortly via candidates' Digi locker accounts.
NITI Aayog invites applications for Consultants and Young Professionals in Frontier Technologies. Candidates can apply on the Resource Pool Portal. This centralized system enables year-round applications to efficiently meet staffing needs. Register by filling in personal and educational details, work experience, and required documents.
The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) will soon announce the results of the International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) 2024. Students who appeared for the exam can visit sofworld.org to check and download their results. The IMO focuses on improving mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities for students from Classes 1 to 12. Check important details here.
Sweeping budget cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration are reshaping the American education system, with federally funded programs for students and educators facing severe reductions. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), backed by billionaire-driven initiatives, claims these cuts promote fiscal responsibility. However, they disproportionately impact vulnerable students, aspiring teachers, and research efforts, threatening the future of equitable education.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the registration deadline for the CSIR-UGC NET 2024, allowing candidates to apply until January 2, 2025. Key dates include fee payment by January 3 and application corrections from January 4-5. Applicants are urged to register promptly at csirnet.nta.ac.in to avoid last-minute issues and ensure successful submission.