President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order today, March 20, 2025, to dismantle the US Department of Education and shift authority to state governments. The order will target federal education regulations and refocus funding on key services, while cutting programs promoting diversity and inclusion. While the move aims to reduce federal involvement, it faces legal challenges, as experts argue it will require congressional approval to fully implement.
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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) has rescheduled the second phase of the odd semester written exams for the 2024-25 academic session. Originally set to begin on February 18, 2025, the exams will now start on February 28, 2025, due to traffic disruptions from the Mahakumbh Mela and Mahashivratri. Practical and project exams will remain unchanged. Students are advised to check official channels for updates.
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood addressed school infrastructure concerns in the Assembly. He promised to prepare an action report on the deteriorating condition of schools in Delhi. Ashish Sood responded to queries from various MLAs regarding specific schools in poor condition and committed to presenting a detailed report to the House.
A spring snowstorm hit Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, causing school closures and delays. Some schools opted for virtual learning, while others gave students the day off. Authorities warned of hazardous road conditions due to snow and icy roads. Parents and students are advised to stay updated on further closures and weather advisories.
The Central Bank of India has scheduled the Credit Officer Recruitment online exam for April 5, 2025. The recruitment, managed by IBPS, targets Junior Management Grade Scale-I positions within the PGDBF program. Admit cards will be available on the bank's official website. The selection process includes an online test and interview, with final employment discretion resting with the bank.
The Rajasthan NEET PG Round 2 seat allotment results for MD, MS, Post-MBBS DNB, and Post-MBBS Diploma courses have been announced by the NEET PG Counselling Board 2024, SMS Medical College, Jaipur. Registered candidates can check their results on the official website, rajpgneet2024.org. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) allocated over $100 million between 2021 and 2024 to education programs promoting restorative justice, social emotional learning (SEL), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The funding, distributed to 900 school districts across 36 states, has sparked debate about prioritizing ideological goals over student safety and academic progress. Critics argue that restorative justice practices may disrupt classrooms and that DEI-focused funding could compromise... Expand
SSC announced the SSC CGL 2024 final result on March 12, sparking concerns among candidates over alleged discrepancies in the normalisation process. Many claim that some candidates with lower raw marks received disproportionately higher scores. Frustrated aspirants have taken to social media, demanding the immediate release of the final answer key and clarification from SSC.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 results. The exams for BArch and BPlanning saw considerable participation, with candidates from Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh achieving perfect scores. The examination was conducted in 13 languages across 289 cities.
UNICEF's latest report reveals that 52 million children worldwide are out of school due to ongoing conflicts in regions like Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, and Myanmar. The study highlights the severe disruption to education caused by wars, with many schools damaged or repurposed. With over 473 million children living in conflict zones, UNICEF calls for urgent action to prevent a generation from being lost to war and to protect their right to education.
The All India Students' Federation (AISF) protested against the UGC's draft regulations for 2024-2025, calling them an attack on university autonomy. The regulations, aiming to replace 2018 guidelines, sparked controversy over centralization and reduced faculty and student involvement. AISF demanded the withdrawal of the draft, warning of intensified protests to protect democratic values in higher education.