Columbia University has introduced new policies, including stricter protest regulations and a Middle East curriculum review, after the Trump administration cut $400 million in federal funding, citing antisemitism concerns. The university is hiring more police, enforcing ID checks, and reassessing admissions. Meanwhile, a Palestinian student’s arrest has sparked criticism over political speech suppression, reports Reuters.
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The National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) has declared its 2025 online exam results. Students from Classes 1 to 10 can view their results and download scorecards from the official website of the Unified Council at www.unifiedcouncil.com. The NSTSE aims to assess and enhance students' conceptual understanding in Mathematics, Science, and General Knowledge.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has further reduced the qualifying percentile for NEET PG 2024, setting it at the fifth percentile for all categories. However, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) confirmed that ranks and percentile scores published earlier remain unchanged. Candidates can visit the official website, natboard.edu.in, to check the detailed notice.
The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, has released the SLPRB Admit Card 2025 for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Trade Proficiency Test (TPT) for Grade IV positions. The tests are scheduled to commence on February 5, 2025. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, slprbassam.in, by following the provided steps.
Competition for US law school spots is fiercer than ever, with a 20.5% increase in applications this year. Economic uncertainty, corporate job market slowdowns, and rising salaries in legal careers are driving this surge. Georgetown Law received 14,000 applications for just 650 spots, while the University of Michigan saw record numbers. Black applicants also increased by 30%. The heightened demand reflects the growing appeal of law as a stable and lucrative career option in uncertain times.
President Trump’s reelection has sparked sweeping reforms aimed at government efficiency, including proposed tax hikes on elite university endowments. The suggested 21% tax on schools like Harvard and Stanford could drastically increase their financial burdens, potentially raising tuition, cutting scholarships, and stifling academic progress. This policy could widen economic divides, making top-tier education less accessible for underprivileged students.
Schools in Patna up to class 8, which were closed due to extreme cold, have reopened today, January 20, with revised timings from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, effective until January 25. This follows a temporary closure starting January 5 to protect students from the harsh weather. The resumption of classes comes as temperatures in the region begin to improve.
ADRE 2025 results for Grade 3 and Grade 4 positions have been announced on March 7, 2025. Over 13 lakh candidates appeared, making it a historic recruitment drive in Assam. Results and cut-offs can be checked at sebaonline.org. Grade 3 selection includes a written exam and skill test, while Grade 4 selection is based on the written exam alone.
Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, recently announced her decision to retire from her 15-year teaching career at Northern Virginia Community College. Throughout her life, Jill has been dedicated to education, earning multiple degrees and teaching at various institutions. She made history as the first First Lady to continue working outside the White House while serving as First Lady. Her farewell marks the end of a remarkable chapter in her lifelong career as an educator.
St. John's College has introduced a unique admissions process that prioritizes conversation over essays. Instead of personal statements and recommendation letters, applicants engage in two interviews and a Socratic seminar-style discussion, highlighting critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. This approach, focused on dialogue and verbal expression, aims for faster decisions and offers an alternative to conventional admissions models.