Several student organizations affiliated with the INDIA bloc parties protested at Jantar Mantar, demanding the rollback of the National Education Policy, changes to UGC draft guidelines on teacher appointments, and reinstatement of student unions. They sought free and fair student union elections, filling of reserved category seats, and continuation of scholarships.
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IGNOU has released the tentative date sheet for the June 2025 Term-End Examination (TEE). The exams will be held from June 2 to July 11 in two shifts—10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM. Candidates can check the schedule on ignou.ac.in. The exam form submission portal opened on March 15, 2025.
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has announced the 2025 board exam schedule for Class 8 and Class 9. The Class 8 exam will begin on January 28 with two shifts, covering various subjects. Class 9 exams are set for January 29 and 30, with two shifts on the first day and a single shift on the second. Admit cards will be available from January 20.
Elon Musk's Ad Astra, a private preschool in Texas, aims to revolutionize education with a hands-on, STEM-centered approach and project-based learning. It focuses on nurturing curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. The school plans to expand into a university, promoting advanced executive functions and significant educational reform.
Tufts University PhD student Rumeysa Ozturk was detained by federal authorities on March 25, 2025, near her Somerville, Massachusetts apartment. Ozturk, a Turkish national, was arrested by ICE officers, allegedly due to her support for Palestine and engagement in student activism. Her detention, which has raised concerns about academic freedom and immigration policies, has sparked protests at Tufts. Ozturk's family and legal team are challenging the detention, with the Turkish government... Expand
he NEET PG Admission/Counseling Board of Rajasthan has released the updated counseling schedule for Round 2 admissions. As per the notice, the provisional seat matrix, after the allotment of senior demonstrators, will be available on January 11, 2025. Candidates can read check important dates and direct link to the official notice here.
The University of California will no longer require diversity statements in hiring, citing political and financial pressures. This follows federal warnings to protect Jewish students and campus protests against government actions. With an 8% budget cut and a hiring freeze, UC faces challenges in balancing inclusivity, academic freedom, and funding concerns, as reported by The New York Times.
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anada’s reputation as a leading destination for international education faces challenges as new data reveals that nearly 50,000 international students failed to report to their designated institutions during March and April 2024. Indian students, making up 20,000 of these cases, have sparked investigations into potential immigration fraud. Experts call for tighter regulations to address systemic gaps and ensure accountability.
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