The US State Department's freeze on Fulbright and other scholarship funding has disrupted academic aspirations for thousands, particularly from India. Scholars now face financial strain, stalled research, and uncertain futures. The move impacts STEM and policy students the hardest, weakening global academic ties and shifting the landscape of international education. The long-term effects remain uncertain.
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IGNOU has extended the last date for admissions to its academic programmes until March 31, 2025, except for certificate and semester-based programmes. Students can apply through the respective portals for ODL and online mode programmes. Applicants are required to create a DEB ID and upload relevant documents. The registration fee is non-refundable, and the cancellation policy includes deductions from the fee. For more details, students can refer to the Common Prospectus on IGNOU's website.
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 Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Services Commission has declared the Steno ASI result for 2024. Candidates who took the exam on February 23, 2025, can check their results on the BPSSC official website. Successfully qualified candidates will proceed to the next stage, which includes dictation and typing test. The recruitment aims to fill 305 vacancies.
The Open Doors 2024 report reveals a dynamic shift in international student enrollment trends in U.S. higher education, with 56% opting for STEM fields. Undergraduate students lean toward Business and Management (18%) and Math & Computer Science (17%), while graduate students show a stronger tilt toward tech, with 29% pursuing Math & Computer Science degrees.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has opened the re-evaluation window for AIBE 19 OMR sheets. Candidates can apply online through allindiabarexamination.com by April 10, paying a ₹500 fee. Only online submissions will be accepted. Applicants must follow the specified steps to complete the process. Regular updates are available on the official website.
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) will conduct a Class 10 re-exam for Hindi and Science on March 7 and 8, 2025, after canceling the original exams due to a paper leak. The Jharkhand Police has arrested 10 people in connection with the incident. Over 7.84 lakh students are appearing for JAC board exams.
The Jharkhand Academic Council is expected to release the Class 10 board exam results for 2025 soon, following the completion of evaluations. This year’s exams were held from February 11 to March 9. As students await their results, past pass percentages over seven years reflect significant academic growth, pandemic-era shifts, and post-COVID stabilisation.
Greene County, Tennessee, is set to vote on a resolution opposing Governor Bill Lee’s Education Freedom Act, a voucher bill that would divert public funds to private schools. The Greene County Board of Education, concerned about the bill’s potential impact on local schools, argues it would reduce resources for public education. The vote, scheduled for Wednesday, highlights the growing opposition to the controversial proposal across the state, with many local school boards voicing their... Expand
Indian professionals aiming for H1B visas face the challenge of English proficiency testing, which, despite not being an official requirement, is crucial for job offers in sectors like STEM and healthcare. A Pearson survey highlights biases in language assessments, including accent, skin color, and attire, which may influence test scores. These perceptions can affect visa eligibility, job opportunities, and workplace confidence, urging applicants to focus on clarity and fluency over accent.
The CSIR CMERI Junior Secretariat Assistant recruitment 2025 application window closes today, March 16, 2025. A total of 16 vacancies are available in General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase categories. The application process started on February 14, 2025, and candidates must submit their forms online via cmeri.res.in. The selection involves a written exam, typing test, document verification, and medical examination. Eligible candidates are urged to apply before the deadline.