Delhi's JNU student union elections are set for the last week of April. The Dean of Students confirmed this in a letter, allowing the outgoing student union to organize it. ABVP pushed for the election notification, while Left-affiliated groups raised concerns about bias. The election will be a key contest between the Left and ABVP.
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The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released its 2025 exam calendar, providing important dates for various recruitment exams, including the Integrated 70th CCE Mains from April 25 to April 30, 2025. The calendar includes details on multiple posts, such as Assistant Professor and Assistant Engineer, along with their respective exam dates. Candidates can download the full calendar from the official BPSC website to streamline their preparation for the upcoming exams.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2024 certificate on December 26, 2024. Candidates who appeared for the exam held from August 21 to September 4, 2024, can now download their certificates from the official website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The results were announced on October 27, 2024, and the certificate is now available for all eligible candidates to download following a simple step-by-step process.
OPSC will close registration for the Odisha Civil Services Exam 2024 today, February 10. The recruitment aims to fill 265 vacancies. The selection process includes a preliminary exam, a main exam, a written test, and an interview. Interested candidates can register at opsc.gov.in. The preliminary exam consists of two objective-type papers of 200 marks each.
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will soon release the notification for the UP Police SI Recruitment 2025, offering 4543 vacancies for Sub Inspector positions. The notification is expected by April-end 2025. The recruitment process includes a written exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), medical test, and document verification. Interested candidates are advised to visit the official website for updates and further application... Expand
The US Supreme Court will hear a case involving parents who challenge the Montgomery County, Maryland, school system's inclusion of LGBTQ books in elementary classrooms. The parents argue that these books violate their religious beliefs, seeking the right to opt their children out of lessons featuring LGBTQ themes. The case, which could set a precedent for schools nationwide, will determine whether religious freedom overrides school policies promoting diversity and inclusivity in education.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is considering the closure of up to five elementary schools—Hunter, Midnight Sun, Pearl Creek, Salcha, and Two Rivers—due to financial difficulties and declining enrollment. The consolidation process has already gone through several phases, with public feedback gathered and a detailed plan now under review. A final decision will be made by February 2025, with potential school closures implemented by mid-2025 to ensure long-term sustainability... Expand
Racism in America remains pervasive, evident in the disparate treatment faced by individuals like Marko Elez and Vivek Ramaswamy. Similarly, Ivy League admissions reveal systemic bias against high-achieving Indian and Asian students, suggesting a need for a more genuinely meritocratic approach to inclusivity and equality.
The Trump administration has intensified immigration enforcement, detaining green card holders and international students, particularly those involved in political activism. USCIS has also paused certain green card applications as part of stricter vetting. Cases include Columbia, Cornell, and Tufts University students facing deportation, sparking concerns over academic freedom and legal battles against these policies.
Governor Brad Little's 2025 State of the State Address outlines a bold overhaul of Idaho’s education system, proposing a $150 million investment in public schools and a $50 million expansion for school choice options. The funds aim to improve school facilities, increase teacher benefits, enhance literacy programs, and offer families more educational flexibility. The Governor emphasized the importance of supporting public schools while giving Idahoans access to diverse, accountable educational... Expand
Kimberly Diei, a pharmacy student at the University of Tennessee, faced expulsion threats after posting racy rap lyrics on social media. The university investigated her twice, citing unprofessional behavior. Diei sued, claiming her First Amendment rights were violated. After a four-year legal battle, she won a settlement, affirming that state-run institutions cannot punish students for protected off-campus speech.