U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon warned that universities failing to curb antisemitism will face continued defunding. She reaffirmed the Trump administration’s $400 million funding cut to Columbia University. Meanwhile, a Palestinian student was arrested, and over 50 colleges are under federal investigation for antisemitic discrimination, signaling heightened scrutiny of campus policies, as reported by Florida Politics.
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The latest TIMSS report reveals alarming declines in U.S. students' math and science scores, with fourth graders dropping 18 points and eighth graders experiencing a 27-point decline from 2019 to 2023. This setback, compounded by gender disparities and global competition, raises concerns about the nation's STEM future. Key factors include inconsistent curricula, teacher shortages, and technological gaps, highlighting the need for comprehensive educational reforms.
CSIR-CRRI has announced 209 vacancies for Junior Secretariat Assistant and Junior Stenographer positions in 2025, inviting applications from 12th pass candidates. The application window is open from March 22 to April 21, 2025. The selection process includes a written examination, a skill test, and document verification. Candidates can apply online and pay the fee through various online payment methods. Further details are available on the official CSIR CRRI website.
The Bihar Board Class 10 results for 2025 were declared with a pass percentage of 82.11%. Three students—Sakshi Kumari, Anshu Kumari, and Ranjan Verma—topped the exams with 97.80%. The result statistics revealed that male students performed slightly better with an 83.65% pass rate, while female students had a pass rate of 80.67%. The article also compares performance trends over previous years and provides detailed division-wise results.
Douglas County School District has recommended closing Saddle Ranch, Heritage, and Acres Green elementary schools in Highlands Ranch starting in the 2026–27 school year. The proposal aims to consolidate under-enrolled schools, preserve staffing, and expand key programs. Students will be reassigned to nearby schools, with new bus routes added. Additionally, the district plans to move sixth grade to middle schools in certain areas and adjust boundaries to balance enrollment in the region.
The Haryana Cabinet has removed the provision of five per cent bonus marks based on socioeconomic criteria from the Common Eligibility Test policy for Group C and D posts, following the Punjab and Haryana High Court's directive. A new amendment addresses contractual employees' service day calculation, enhancing job security.
On the first day of the new academic session, the Sikkim Education Department distributed free textbooks and uniforms to 40,968 students across 767 government schools. The initiative, which also included monastic schools and Sanskrit pathshalas, aims to provide essential learning materials to all students, reducing financial barriers to education. This marks the second consecutive year of the successful distribution, reinforcing Sikkim’s commitment to inclusive education.
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The Odisha Public Service Commission has initiated the registration process for the Odisha Civil Services Exam 2024 to fill 265 vacancies. The selection process includes a preliminary objective exam, followed by the main exam and an interview. Candidates can submit their online applications by February 10, 2025. Detailed steps for applying are available on the official website, opsc.gov.in.