Kerala Higher Education Minister R Bindu defended the state's decision to permit private universities, aiming to make Kerala an international hub of higher education. Investing Rs 6,000 crore in public universities has strengthened the sector. The bill mandates regulatory compliance, land, and infrastructure requirements, while ensuring social justice and strict reservation norms.
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The India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has announced the IPPB Executive Result 2024, revealing the list of selected candidates for Gramin Dak Sevak posts. The merit list, now available on the official IPPB website, includes candidates' names, roll numbers, and allotted locations for posting. Candidates can download the Circle-wise result PDF and check their selection status. The list is based on eligibility checks, application marks, and document verification. Further updates will be provided soon.
A Texas House bill proposes increasing state funding for public schools by $220 per pupil, from $6,160 to $6,380, a figure education advocates deem insufficient. Another bill introduces education savings accounts for private school tuition. Democrats and advocates criticize the proposed measures as inadequate against inflation and insufficient for teacher salaries.
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tripura, has extended the registration deadline for Round 3 of Tripura NEET PG 2024 counselling to January 13, 2025. Previously, the last date was December 9, 2024. Candidates are advised to complete their registration before the new deadline for eligibility in the counselling process.
CBSE Direct Recruitment 2025: CBSE has started recruitment for 212 Superintendent and Junior Assistant roles, with applications closing on January 31, 2025. Superintendents require a Bachelor’s degree and typing proficiency, while Junior Assistants need a 12th-standard qualification. The selection involves Tier 1 and 2 exams and a skill test.
The Punjab State Council of Educational Research and Training (PSCERT) has released the Punjab State Teachers Eligibility Test (PSTET) 2025 results on February 19, 2025. Candidates can check their scores and download scorecards from pstet.pseb.ac.in. The exam, aimed at assessing teacher eligibility for Punjab schools, includes two papers for primary and upper primary levels. Qualifying candidates will receive a certification valid for seven years. To access their results, candidates need their... Expand
Donald Trump's anticipated return as President is expected to bring significant changes to the US education sector, including deregulation of Biden-era policies, financial relief for institutions, potential cuts to diversity programs, and a push for online education. These changes could impact accountability, equity, and academic freedom.
Mesa Public Schools plans to cut jobs and adjust staffing for the 2025-26 school year in response to a projected $18 million budget deficit and a decline of 1,800 students. The district faces funding challenges due to decreasing enrollment, rising costs, and changes in funding models. Despite these financial difficulties, Mesa Public Schools is committed to maintaining high-quality education while implementing operational changes to maximize efficiency and sustain student success.
UPSC has announced the interview schedule for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2024. The personality test will be held from April 21 to May 2, 2025, with 370 candidates appearing. Admit cards will be released soon. The interview round will be conducted in two sessions, as per the official notice.
National Council for Teacher Education introduces a bridge course. This course is for primary teachers holding Bachelor of Education degree. The decision follows Supreme Court's order. National Institute of Open Schooling will conduct the course online. Teachers appointed between June 2018 and November 2023 are eligible. Completing the course within a year is mandatory. The certification protects current employment only.